I hope the Holidays have treated everyone well. Time has flown past me. Each year seems to draw a shorter time-span... Christmas came and went and here we are facing the new year again. 2010? That doesn't seem real. But a new year opens up vast amounts of new opportunities and experiences... treat each day kindly, and it will bestow you with goodness in return.
Sadly, I've yet to find out what will become of my laptop or my files. Its been 3 weeks since the hard drive crashed. At first I was quite intent on getting it fixed as soon as possible. But as Christmas got closer, I became busier. Slowly, the problem with my laptop became less and less of importance. I hate to admit it, but the time away from editing and other concerns has given me the chance to enjoy the Holidays more and spend it with friends and family rather then in front of the computer screen.
I can’t lie though, I miss my unfinished projects. Nearly everything lost can be replaced, except for the things I was working on. But I believe times are changing for me. If I don't get my files back, I think I'll view it as a very clean start to the new year...and carry on with other aspects of my life. I'm sure I'll continue editing eventually, but it may be awhile. I hope you are all patient with me when that times comes. You don’t know how hard it was for me to not be able to upload something for the Holidays. I truly want to do something for you all in the future. You have been loyal friends to me and great fans of my work. I’ll try not to let anyone down, so no worries <3
On to other matters...
Has it ever really bothered you when you discover something that you enjoy, and then you mention it to one person, and then all of a sudden the whole world is into that one thing, and you hate yourself for ever sharing your interest in the first place? That’s what happened with a certain Higashi no Eden. No one even knew what it was a few weeks ago, and I really liked that. It was something I could enjoy on my own. It really is such a great anime, after all. (I recommend it). But naturally, as how most good things end up, it has become so mainstream now that its almost impossible to look at it in the same light. Its rather irritating. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against people becoming fans of it. Everyone has a right to like something, I don't have a problem with any of that and its not like I could stop that from happening anyway. But its simply the fact that you think you’ve found something totally unique, and then surprise!, its not so unique anymore. Now youngsters I don’t even know are telling me, oh have you watched this? And I'm like, gritting my teeth saying "Yes...months ago."
Similar story with Owl City. I remember when a few of my friends and I were the only ones who knew about it, and now all of a sudden, the entire Universe is singing to it, and I'm just rolling my eyes.
I think I'm ranting about this for no reason... but has this sort of thing ever happened to you? I feel like I'm the only one in the world who feels this way xD
Christmas was good this year. I had more fun shopping for other people than wondering what I would get. I got my mom an ipod.. She was stoked! That was probably the highlight of my Christmas, watching her unwrap it. I got a new Camera and a few odds and ends. I really have been dying for a Kindle! Like soooo bad. But I'm probably going to have to save up my money for one of those. I received a huge bonus this year, which I happily spent in the city on gifts for my mom and friends.
I'm still without a car. I'm going to apply for a job at the bank to roll in some extra moo. I'm going to attempt to save up some money for a down payment somehow. I'm probably going to go for a Volkswagen Golf...black or white. My obsession has been a black jetta for years. But lately, the Golf has been calling to me. That or an audi. Ooh my god, what I wouldn't give..
I have one week left until I return to school. I've been having some difficulties placing in all of my classes. I think I'm still on the waiting list for one...
This is going to be an extremely hard quarter for me. I'm taking Math, Sociology, and Biology. Hopefully I won't drive myself crazy.
I would love to just avoid school at all costs, but I need to get my AA by next Fall and then figure out what I want to do after that...
it never ends, does it?
I’ve been making some big decisions lately…as far as my future goes. I’ve become very content with my choice of major, which will at the moment be English. Writing is my most beloved hobby and strongest subject. Since I was a 5th grader, I have been told by teachers that I have a gift of some sort…. Not that I’m sure I believe them, but I feel most confident when I’m doing something literary. So that’s the path I choose.
I’m also thinking seriously about moving to the LA area in a year or two… my mom did the same thing when she was my age, and I feel that most of my ambitions can be fulfilled down there, if I approach things correctly.
There’s much to be thankful for this Holiday season. I hope you all found happiness and warmth amongst your friends and family, and can carry on the Christmas spirit throughout the new year. Thank you all for being so good to me <3 I will try to return to you with a new video someday. You can rest assured that the next project I ever release will be dedicated to all of you.
Bless you and live in the music.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
such is life.
I have quite some lovely news for everyone - My laptop is el doneo
As of this moment, I'm not sure what to expect. It happened so suddenly. I've backed up SOME things on my external, like old projects, CTAS episodes, and a few editing materials from way back in the day. But my main projects, my current animes, all of my photos, documents, CTAS info, K-On Fandub files, Sound effects, and all of my plug-ins, Vegas, particle, textures, brushes, Photoshop, and converting programs are ALL on my laptop..... which is basically locked away from my reach. According to people whom I've discussed the issue with, it appears to be a crash of my Hard Drive. What my laptop does is when I go to start it up, it plays this very sad sounding 3 note tune over and over a few times, then the HP logo appears as if it's going to start up, then after that it goes to a black screen and sits that way. In the upper left-hand corner, there's a little blinking underscore. That's it. How quaint.
I'm surprised I didn't kill over along with it! Seeing as I have some very dear things to me on that hard drive. I've gone into this very solemn state of depression xD ....Nah, I kid. But it is very unsettling. What makes matters worse is that the project I've been working on since August was JUST about done. I was going to release it by Christmas. I was also about to start editing for K-On and a few other projects I've been planning..
I'm not sure what I'll do. First thing, of course, is seeing if I can save my hard drive. I'll take it to a professional who can try and have a go at it. If I can salvage my files and programs, then I'll be able to re-boot my laptop and solve the problem. If and when this will happen, I'm not sure. Hopefully within the next 2 weeks or so.
I'm not limited to internet access however. I'll still be around. I just won't be editing for awhile...<3
I don't think I will stop editing if I lose everything. I view it as an art and I won't let such a skill escape me. I'll be keeping everyone posted on what becomes of my files, and ultimately my computer.
<3
As of this moment, I'm not sure what to expect. It happened so suddenly. I've backed up SOME things on my external, like old projects, CTAS episodes, and a few editing materials from way back in the day. But my main projects, my current animes, all of my photos, documents, CTAS info, K-On Fandub files, Sound effects, and all of my plug-ins, Vegas, particle, textures, brushes, Photoshop, and converting programs are ALL on my laptop..... which is basically locked away from my reach. According to people whom I've discussed the issue with, it appears to be a crash of my Hard Drive. What my laptop does is when I go to start it up, it plays this very sad sounding 3 note tune over and over a few times, then the HP logo appears as if it's going to start up, then after that it goes to a black screen and sits that way. In the upper left-hand corner, there's a little blinking underscore. That's it. How quaint.
I'm surprised I didn't kill over along with it! Seeing as I have some very dear things to me on that hard drive. I've gone into this very solemn state of depression xD ....Nah, I kid. But it is very unsettling. What makes matters worse is that the project I've been working on since August was JUST about done. I was going to release it by Christmas. I was also about to start editing for K-On and a few other projects I've been planning..
I'm not sure what I'll do. First thing, of course, is seeing if I can save my hard drive. I'll take it to a professional who can try and have a go at it. If I can salvage my files and programs, then I'll be able to re-boot my laptop and solve the problem. If and when this will happen, I'm not sure. Hopefully within the next 2 weeks or so.
I'm not limited to internet access however. I'll still be around. I just won't be editing for awhile...<3
I don't think I will stop editing if I lose everything. I view it as an art and I won't let such a skill escape me. I'll be keeping everyone posted on what becomes of my files, and ultimately my computer.
<3
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
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Its been far too long, blog!
Oh, where to begin. It has been so hectic. Have you heard the news? I'm 20! Oh, the joy of reaching near adulthood. This event occurred on the 15th of October, on which day I also was blessed with the happenings of my car breaking down, losing my lucky ring, eating terrible asian food, and being miserable as one of my friend's decided to throw nothing but drama at me while we were shopping that afternoon. Tell me, where is the love?
Oh, alls well that ends well. I was later treated to many amazing bday videos from YT friends and my best friend brought me cake at 11 p.m. It turned out to be quite a nice evening.
Unfortunately, my car never recovered. A similar break down happened last year and the temp fix we had done in December 08 served its purpose of merely being "temp." Now the car is officially done. So since October, I've had to punk my friends and family into giving me rides to and fro. I'm constantly on the look out for a new car, despite my lack of a down payment. Some friends of ours might be giving me one of their cars for free, so that might be the best route. I wouldn't have to make payments on a car I dont really like, and I can start saving up for a down later on. This takes me one step closer to the ultimate goal of owning my precious Black Jetta, Golf, and/or Audi <3
It will complete me.
Aside from that trauma, things have been well. I'm almost finished with my Fall quarter of school! I'm so stoked on Christmas break. This year, I'm going all out for the Holidays, and hoping to make many snowboarding trips.
~
I would like to throw out a few apologies for my current inactiveness on youtube! I haven't had the time to work on my full-length films, although I do plan to have my main project done before Christmas. Also! Something else to look forward to before Christmas, the first episode of the official K-On! Fandub! I'm so proud of it already. I have a lovely cast and we're in the process of recording. I'll be doing all the editing myself. I think it will turn out wonderfully! :]
Clannad The Abridged Series!.. 0__e Needless to say, TBS came after us, as I expected they would eventually. I'm a bit surprised that they took so long to find us! We've been official since August 1st, but TBS didn't catch us until early November. It was nice while it lasted! I've insisted that we need to relocate the main account, but as of right now we've only come to a joint agreement on making a back-up account. Shadowfoxx85 has decided to try re-uploading the episodes to the clannadTAS channel. Le sigh...we'll see how far that gets.
I'm not very devastated about all this, honestly. I find myself caring less and less about CTAS. I don't wish to abandon it, but TBS makes me so discouraged. We'll see. If we get more strikes, I almost see no point in continuing, unless we were to make our own website like TeamFourStar did. And even then, our series isn't nearly popular enough to take part in a venture like that. Oh well, there's always the abridged underground!
Meanwhile, both shadowfoxx85 and I are brainstorming ideas for episode 3, and he's waiting for me to make the announcement video reguarding these matters..... I should probably do that.
Oh the life of a nerd. I missed it so <3 I am currently watching Kamichu (episode 10) and Earth Girl Arjuna (W/SUBS!!) (episode 10). I find myself loving Arjuna so much. At first I wasn't sure about it, it's pretty controversial. But the subject of the story is intriguing to me, as I am "save the planet" crazed myself. Perhaps not to that extent, but its in my ballpark. Kamichu is adorable! But DO NOT watch the dub. Funimation did an awful job. Come to me and I'll hook you up with subs if you'd like. I have many other animes lined up to watch over the coming break...amoung my list, I'm most looking forward to Higashi no Eden and Kimi ni Todoke. There are so many others, but those two seem to stand out in my mind.
Is anyone as excited for Black Rock Shooter as I am?? April bebe! Now THAT'S my type of animation. The detail, the color, and character designs. So gorgeous. I personally can't wait to edit with it. -drools-
So, what keeps me busy in the editing world, aside from the abridged series and my fandub? I've been working on many MEP's for SSP as of late. I love them so. They are always down for some sort of fun excursion. I've found myself growing as an editor, thanks to them. Expect to see some awesome mep's coming out soon!
Frozen Wonderland Studios is beginning to gain activity again! I'm so glad!
Other groups I'm debating on dropping out of, because I simply don't have the time, espiecally when most of them are inactive.
Well, so many wonderful videos have caught my eye recently, but here is my favorite atm:
Oh, it is love.
Anyway, I've perhaps bored you at this point. The word "nap" come to mind. I only have today to finish a massive mep part, study for my anthropology test, and clean my room. I'm about to kill over though, so time for a bit of sloth mode.
Oh, where to begin. It has been so hectic. Have you heard the news? I'm 20! Oh, the joy of reaching near adulthood. This event occurred on the 15th of October, on which day I also was blessed with the happenings of my car breaking down, losing my lucky ring, eating terrible asian food, and being miserable as one of my friend's decided to throw nothing but drama at me while we were shopping that afternoon. Tell me, where is the love?
Oh, alls well that ends well. I was later treated to many amazing bday videos from YT friends and my best friend brought me cake at 11 p.m. It turned out to be quite a nice evening.
Unfortunately, my car never recovered. A similar break down happened last year and the temp fix we had done in December 08 served its purpose of merely being "temp." Now the car is officially done. So since October, I've had to punk my friends and family into giving me rides to and fro. I'm constantly on the look out for a new car, despite my lack of a down payment. Some friends of ours might be giving me one of their cars for free, so that might be the best route. I wouldn't have to make payments on a car I dont really like, and I can start saving up for a down later on. This takes me one step closer to the ultimate goal of owning my precious Black Jetta, Golf, and/or Audi <3
It will complete me.
Aside from that trauma, things have been well. I'm almost finished with my Fall quarter of school! I'm so stoked on Christmas break. This year, I'm going all out for the Holidays, and hoping to make many snowboarding trips.
~
I would like to throw out a few apologies for my current inactiveness on youtube! I haven't had the time to work on my full-length films, although I do plan to have my main project done before Christmas. Also! Something else to look forward to before Christmas, the first episode of the official K-On! Fandub! I'm so proud of it already. I have a lovely cast and we're in the process of recording. I'll be doing all the editing myself. I think it will turn out wonderfully! :]
Clannad The Abridged Series!.. 0__e Needless to say, TBS came after us, as I expected they would eventually. I'm a bit surprised that they took so long to find us! We've been official since August 1st, but TBS didn't catch us until early November. It was nice while it lasted! I've insisted that we need to relocate the main account, but as of right now we've only come to a joint agreement on making a back-up account. Shadowfoxx85 has decided to try re-uploading the episodes to the clannadTAS channel. Le sigh...we'll see how far that gets.
I'm not very devastated about all this, honestly. I find myself caring less and less about CTAS. I don't wish to abandon it, but TBS makes me so discouraged. We'll see. If we get more strikes, I almost see no point in continuing, unless we were to make our own website like TeamFourStar did. And even then, our series isn't nearly popular enough to take part in a venture like that. Oh well, there's always the abridged underground!
Meanwhile, both shadowfoxx85 and I are brainstorming ideas for episode 3, and he's waiting for me to make the announcement video reguarding these matters..... I should probably do that.
Oh the life of a nerd. I missed it so <3 I am currently watching Kamichu (episode 10) and Earth Girl Arjuna (W/SUBS!!) (episode 10). I find myself loving Arjuna so much. At first I wasn't sure about it, it's pretty controversial. But the subject of the story is intriguing to me, as I am "save the planet" crazed myself. Perhaps not to that extent, but its in my ballpark. Kamichu is adorable! But DO NOT watch the dub. Funimation did an awful job. Come to me and I'll hook you up with subs if you'd like. I have many other animes lined up to watch over the coming break...amoung my list, I'm most looking forward to Higashi no Eden and Kimi ni Todoke. There are so many others, but those two seem to stand out in my mind.
Is anyone as excited for Black Rock Shooter as I am?? April bebe! Now THAT'S my type of animation. The detail, the color, and character designs. So gorgeous. I personally can't wait to edit with it. -drools-
So, what keeps me busy in the editing world, aside from the abridged series and my fandub? I've been working on many MEP's for SSP as of late. I love them so. They are always down for some sort of fun excursion. I've found myself growing as an editor, thanks to them. Expect to see some awesome mep's coming out soon!
Frozen Wonderland Studios is beginning to gain activity again! I'm so glad!
Other groups I'm debating on dropping out of, because I simply don't have the time, espiecally when most of them are inactive.
Well, so many wonderful videos have caught my eye recently, but here is my favorite atm:
Oh, it is love.
Anyway, I've perhaps bored you at this point. The word "nap" come to mind. I only have today to finish a massive mep part, study for my anthropology test, and clean my room. I'm about to kill over though, so time for a bit of sloth mode.
Monday, October 5, 2009
they were all. {dreaming}
Autumn has begun, and I've made it through my first two weeks of classes. It's rough, but it could be worse. Actually, I have a feeling it WILL get worse as the quarter drags on. I'm worried about my math. Since that seems to always be the only thing that holds me back. I'm going to try my best, hopefully make it through 72 so I can move on to 99, and suffer some more xD Once I get out of 99, I'll have one more math unit to accomplish, and then never again will I have to worry about the subject. That's a day I'm looking forward to.
The days are getting colder and colder. I'm finding it more difficult to make myself get out of bed at 5:30 each morning, lol. The blankets are so amazing and warm, I'd rather just sink further into them than have to get up and face the world. So metaphorical, but it's true!
My editing, as expected, has slowed. It's hard to find time and motivation to sit down and work on something! Nonetheless, I've completed a birthday video for 3 friends from SSP, which I'm hoping they'll enjoy. I have plans to finish my technicolor project, as well as a possible Halloween video I would like to start on. I love the idea, it's so bomb. But I need to finish watching some animes first before I start on it. The project might be late for Halloween, if I do it at all. I'm almost tempted to ask someone....to collab with me on it? It's such a killer idea. It must be brought to life!!
My birthday is in 10 days. How the heck did that happen so fast?! I'm so old and decrepit, in my prime. Idk what I'll be doing for my birthday... possibly nothing. Most of my friends have gone back to their Uni's now, and the ones I have here are busy with...eh, partying and not having to suffer through math like me lol. So more than likely, I'll just go out for dinner and maybe skip school that day lol. Oh joy.
I want to have an ice cream cake hand crafted for me, and have a smexy guy take me to the Space Needle for dinner and dance with me under the stars!! xD Anyone up for the clubs too?
Ok, I'm done.
There was no compition for the feat.
Which reminds me I haven't updated this thing in 2 weeks, so here's another that you MUST watch: [Soulmate]. Lovely creation by aoisenshi9 for Yor's bday.
Well, today will more than likely be spent studying for my math test tomorrow. First one of the quarter...rapture. At least I don’t have classes on Mondays. Gives me time to pick up the pieces.
Much love <3
The days are getting colder and colder. I'm finding it more difficult to make myself get out of bed at 5:30 each morning, lol. The blankets are so amazing and warm, I'd rather just sink further into them than have to get up and face the world. So metaphorical, but it's true!
My editing, as expected, has slowed. It's hard to find time and motivation to sit down and work on something! Nonetheless, I've completed a birthday video for 3 friends from SSP, which I'm hoping they'll enjoy. I have plans to finish my technicolor project, as well as a possible Halloween video I would like to start on. I love the idea, it's so bomb. But I need to finish watching some animes first before I start on it. The project might be late for Halloween, if I do it at all. I'm almost tempted to ask someone....to collab with me on it? It's such a killer idea. It must be brought to life!!
My birthday is in 10 days. How the heck did that happen so fast?! I'm so old and decrepit, in my prime. Idk what I'll be doing for my birthday... possibly nothing. Most of my friends have gone back to their Uni's now, and the ones I have here are busy with...eh, partying and not having to suffer through math like me lol. So more than likely, I'll just go out for dinner and maybe skip school that day lol. Oh joy.
I want to have an ice cream cake hand crafted for me, and have a smexy guy take me to the Space Needle for dinner and dance with me under the stars!! xD Anyone up for the clubs too?
Ok, I'm done.
There was no compition for the feat.
Which reminds me I haven't updated this thing in 2 weeks, so here's another that you MUST watch: [Soulmate]. Lovely creation by aoisenshi9 for Yor's bday.
Well, today will more than likely be spent studying for my math test tomorrow. First one of the quarter...rapture. At least I don’t have classes on Mondays. Gives me time to pick up the pieces.
Much love <3
Monday, September 21, 2009
And so...
{summer ends, and the autumn air drapes itself across me. But it is refreshing, and somehow soothing. The sky looks further than before.}
Today is my last day of summer <3 And quite literally, the last day of the season too. I planned on sleeping soundly for most of the day, but I was woken up early by my phone. A friend is heading back to western today, so she, myself, and another friend went for some coffee to say our goodbyes.
I'm feeling a lot better than last week. I guess you could say I'm fully cured, despite the occational sloth moment. This sloth will be in ultra status from now on though. There won't be anymore time to sleep in late and do as I please. School will make or break me. I'm excited, and a little bit scared, but it is something I'm hoping will fulfill me. Even though it's my sophomore year of college, I still feel so new to this. I feel like I should still be in grade school...how did time pass me by?
Since school will take up most of my time now, I'll mostly be focusing on things in this fashion:
1.)School.
2.) Friends and Fam (aka hang out sesh, concerts, road trips, parties, snowboarding etc.)
3.) Work.
4.) Personal things. (my art, writing, and photography)
5.) CTAS.
6.) One Main Amv Project at a time.
7.) K-On Fandub.
8.) MEP's.
I'm sure all of this will vary from time to time. I do want to have one main project going on. CTAS will also be a main focus, above most of my editing. K-On fandub hasn't established it's importance yet, but it could in the future. MEP's are near and dear to me, but I'm only taking part in a few at a time. I'll really have to be interested to say yes.
Anyway, sorry to bore.
Feat. video of the week is this amazing piece of work.
Some have told me this anime is a bit strange, but the animation looks beautiful, and I'm really tempted to begin watching it.
Also, please watch this. Por favor!
[Shattered]
I know, since when am I an HP fan? But it's Draco <333 Come on.
I get paid today...Ima paid, biz. I need to go buy paper or something lol. And wash my God awful car. It's filthy.
Wish me luck in school this week. I can't believe it's starting... I'll miss summer. But there's a lot to look forward to in autumn too :] I turn 20 in 24 days!! Oh gosh.
I'm at the 3:08 mark in my project! Out of 5:10, I think that's pretty good progress, considering I started like over a month ago XD! This will be dedicated to you guys <3 It's for me too, a bit. The message I want it to portray is an important one for everyone, including myself. Because you're all so dear to me and keep my spirit creating, I wanted to give this project my all. I'm finding more and more inspiration every day. I hope I can pass that inspiration on through my work.
{love.}
Today is my last day of summer <3 And quite literally, the last day of the season too. I planned on sleeping soundly for most of the day, but I was woken up early by my phone. A friend is heading back to western today, so she, myself, and another friend went for some coffee to say our goodbyes.
I'm feeling a lot better than last week. I guess you could say I'm fully cured, despite the occational sloth moment. This sloth will be in ultra status from now on though. There won't be anymore time to sleep in late and do as I please. School will make or break me. I'm excited, and a little bit scared, but it is something I'm hoping will fulfill me. Even though it's my sophomore year of college, I still feel so new to this. I feel like I should still be in grade school...how did time pass me by?
Since school will take up most of my time now, I'll mostly be focusing on things in this fashion:
1.)School.
2.) Friends and Fam (aka hang out sesh, concerts, road trips, parties, snowboarding etc.)
3.) Work.
4.) Personal things. (my art, writing, and photography)
5.) CTAS.
6.) One Main Amv Project at a time.
7.) K-On Fandub.
8.) MEP's.
I'm sure all of this will vary from time to time. I do want to have one main project going on. CTAS will also be a main focus, above most of my editing. K-On fandub hasn't established it's importance yet, but it could in the future. MEP's are near and dear to me, but I'm only taking part in a few at a time. I'll really have to be interested to say yes.
Anyway, sorry to bore.
Feat. video of the week is this amazing piece of work.
Some have told me this anime is a bit strange, but the animation looks beautiful, and I'm really tempted to begin watching it.
Also, please watch this. Por favor!
[Shattered]
I know, since when am I an HP fan? But it's Draco <333 Come on.
I get paid today...Ima paid, biz. I need to go buy paper or something lol. And wash my God awful car. It's filthy.
Wish me luck in school this week. I can't believe it's starting... I'll miss summer. But there's a lot to look forward to in autumn too :] I turn 20 in 24 days!! Oh gosh.
I'm at the 3:08 mark in my project! Out of 5:10, I think that's pretty good progress, considering I started like over a month ago XD! This will be dedicated to you guys <3 It's for me too, a bit. The message I want it to portray is an important one for everyone, including myself. Because you're all so dear to me and keep my spirit creating, I wanted to give this project my all. I'm finding more and more inspiration every day. I hope I can pass that inspiration on through my work.
{love.}
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
last summer days
I always miss summer when it goes. Summer for me is a time of free spirits and good times. I feel like this summer came and went so abruptly.
Much has happened though, most of which I'm grateful for <3 I have high hopes for the coming season. I hope everyone had an amazing summer, and are taking memories with them :]
Have I reached my corny/mushy level yet? :3
This week had been quiet and slow. I've been sick since last weekend and have missed work. Hoping to get over this by the time school starts..... in 6 days -___- Oh woe is I!! But the doc told me to rest my weary bones, so that's what I've been doing!
This has given me extra time to work on things like CTAS and some projects of mine. Scripting is finally done btw for CTAS, and now we're waiting on lines! I'll start editing bits at a time. Probably you can expect the episode to be out by the end of the month, at the latest. (Depending on how rough school treats me.)
Shockingly, I decided to take a dangerous leap and start a K-On Fandub! I'm actually really excited for it, but the progress of this project lies entirely in the auditioners hands. If I don't get a huge response and find the right VA's for my cast, then I might just drop the project. I can't be wasting my time now that college will be back in my life.
It's going to be a rough year.... I'm dreading math, but I'm going to try and get all my math classes done this year. So that means A LOT of studying and possibly tutoring... ugh. But I gotta face the music sometime, right?
I'm still slowly working on my main project... but I'm finding less and less inspiration for it. I haven't been able to just sit down and finish an amv in so long. (so long must mean a week or two, right? lol)
I'm hoping to just work on one thing at a time through the course of the school year. I may still participate in mep's, but very seldom. This won't affect VA work or Clannad abridged though. I'll try to keep a steady pace with those.
Feat. video of the week:
This is quite the masterpiece, I was astonished when I watched. This is the type of editing I admire. [sorry for the strange cut off in all these feat. videos. Thank YT for being rude in more ways than one.)
"Tama. You cannot strip here."
And so…the plot thickens xD
Live well and love often.
So long sweet summer
<3
Much has happened though, most of which I'm grateful for <3 I have high hopes for the coming season. I hope everyone had an amazing summer, and are taking memories with them :]
Have I reached my corny/mushy level yet? :3
This week had been quiet and slow. I've been sick since last weekend and have missed work. Hoping to get over this by the time school starts..... in 6 days -___- Oh woe is I!! But the doc told me to rest my weary bones, so that's what I've been doing!
This has given me extra time to work on things like CTAS and some projects of mine. Scripting is finally done btw for CTAS, and now we're waiting on lines! I'll start editing bits at a time. Probably you can expect the episode to be out by the end of the month, at the latest. (Depending on how rough school treats me.)
Shockingly, I decided to take a dangerous leap and start a K-On Fandub! I'm actually really excited for it, but the progress of this project lies entirely in the auditioners hands. If I don't get a huge response and find the right VA's for my cast, then I might just drop the project. I can't be wasting my time now that college will be back in my life.
It's going to be a rough year.... I'm dreading math, but I'm going to try and get all my math classes done this year. So that means A LOT of studying and possibly tutoring... ugh. But I gotta face the music sometime, right?
I'm still slowly working on my main project... but I'm finding less and less inspiration for it. I haven't been able to just sit down and finish an amv in so long. (so long must mean a week or two, right? lol)
I'm hoping to just work on one thing at a time through the course of the school year. I may still participate in mep's, but very seldom. This won't affect VA work or Clannad abridged though. I'll try to keep a steady pace with those.
Feat. video of the week:
This is quite the masterpiece, I was astonished when I watched. This is the type of editing I admire. [sorry for the strange cut off in all these feat. videos. Thank YT for being rude in more ways than one.)
"Tama. You cannot strip here."
And so…the plot thickens xD
Live well and love often.
So long sweet summer
<3
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
{we used to leave the blue lights on}
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{and there was a beat.}
Bumbershoot 09 was pretty much the most epic way to end the summer. I don't even know where to begin!
I was there on Saturday the 5th and Monday the 7th, and saw Natalie Portman's Shaved Head (a current favorite), All-American Rejects, Telekinesis, The Knux, Black Eyed Peas, Franz Ferdinand, Modest Mouse, and Metric (another current favorite). There was so much going on... Dance parties in tents, shopping the indie markets, crowd surfing, and Flatstock. Crowd surfing was MAJOR Bomb. Once I did it, I was so pumped. We did it once during Franz and again during Modest Mouse. I got right up to the front of the stage, in the mess of it all. So brutal, in terms of being thrown at least 20 feet in the air and then landing on top of people who are unaware of your arrival from the sky above haha. I must have a ton of fresh bruises, but I would do it again in a heartbeat.
Flatstock was the band poster expedition, where indie artists came to showcase their work. Seriously I could have stayed in the showcase all day, both days. Indie art is something I'm personally passionate about, so I was basically forcing my friends to go through the exhibit countless number of times. I'm sure I drove them crazy, but it couldn't be helped. I was in love.
Overall, both days were amazing. Black Eyed Peas, Franz, and Metric were my favorite bands to see, I think. If anyone wants to check out my pictures, just ask me for my facebook account. I should really put them up on flicker too....man I haven't updated that thing in ages.
Anyway, not much else happened this past week. I saw Ponyo! So adorable. Uhh, reunited with a few friends, got my tuition stuff taken care of... Ready for classes to start on the 22nd. Holy F Bomb, that's like...2 weeks away. I'm not looking forward to the immense homework and studying, but I'm excited about school to start. With Autumn must come great changes... despite my love for summer.
My birthday is almost a month away 0__o I'm going to be 20.....Jules 2.0! Idk if I can handle that upgrade ahah....
Ouran is love. Tama is Love. He's become my favorite fictional male :3 When did this happen! Oh Tama, you please me so...
Bumbershoot 09 was pretty much the most epic way to end the summer. I don't even know where to begin!
I was there on Saturday the 5th and Monday the 7th, and saw Natalie Portman's Shaved Head (a current favorite), All-American Rejects, Telekinesis, The Knux, Black Eyed Peas, Franz Ferdinand, Modest Mouse, and Metric (another current favorite). There was so much going on... Dance parties in tents, shopping the indie markets, crowd surfing, and Flatstock. Crowd surfing was MAJOR Bomb. Once I did it, I was so pumped. We did it once during Franz and again during Modest Mouse. I got right up to the front of the stage, in the mess of it all. So brutal, in terms of being thrown at least 20 feet in the air and then landing on top of people who are unaware of your arrival from the sky above haha. I must have a ton of fresh bruises, but I would do it again in a heartbeat.
Flatstock was the band poster expedition, where indie artists came to showcase their work. Seriously I could have stayed in the showcase all day, both days. Indie art is something I'm personally passionate about, so I was basically forcing my friends to go through the exhibit countless number of times. I'm sure I drove them crazy, but it couldn't be helped. I was in love.
Overall, both days were amazing. Black Eyed Peas, Franz, and Metric were my favorite bands to see, I think. If anyone wants to check out my pictures, just ask me for my facebook account. I should really put them up on flicker too....man I haven't updated that thing in ages.
Anyway, not much else happened this past week. I saw Ponyo! So adorable. Uhh, reunited with a few friends, got my tuition stuff taken care of... Ready for classes to start on the 22nd. Holy F Bomb, that's like...2 weeks away. I'm not looking forward to the immense homework and studying, but I'm excited about school to start. With Autumn must come great changes... despite my love for summer.
My birthday is almost a month away 0__o I'm going to be 20.....Jules 2.0! Idk if I can handle that upgrade ahah....
Ouran is love. Tama is Love. He's become my favorite fictional male :3 When did this happen! Oh Tama, you please me so...
Feat. Video!!!!
The small yet gorgeous preview xKaosu uploaded for 9/9/09. I'm so truly looking forward to the premiere <3
Currently, I am locked in an editing pause. I can't seem to work on anything, though my mind is overflowing with ideas! I wanted to continue my main project, but I have a feeling it will take much more than what I am expecting it will take to complete it in a timely manner. Instead I veered off to finish CTAS 02 script, which is finally done now. We're waiting for the proof readers opinions to move ahead or to fix things. I'm glad we have the script done now. I can't lie, it gets very aggravating when you know you have this daunting task on your shoulders. I want Clannad Abridged to be fun for everyone. Hopefully it will reach that level.
Anyway...I think I've ranted enough.
Thanks for 600+ subs @ Warmhearted Productions. I love you all so much, you inspire and bring out the best in me. I hope to continue creating.
Live and love, my friends.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
overflow inspiration}.
-interpretation-
[sick and amazing. the waves of sound pounding at the roof of my mind. pushing me off the regretless edge of transmission. take over my life, i am already lost in the white noise of technicolor inspiration.
when can I expect you to be sitting right there beside me? the only way is up, and i am already there//far in the atmosphere where you can't find me.]
Summer is leaving! The first September day. But to my astonishment, I'm looking forward to school and seeing new faces, experiencing new things.
This week was really my last chance to be listless. 6 days of work, and determination to finish my {distant star} video. I've wondered so far from my main project that I almost have no focus to complete it! But I will. The ideas in my mind are just so much, and I always lose space to keep track of them all.
I started reading Ouran today! Yes. After I finish I want to work on my film ideas <33 I'm new at manga editing, but I'm determined to get it down.
When did I begin to like rainy autumn days? It feels so good, like the world is fresh again.
I'm beginning to wonder how I'm going to take on another job, be at classes from 8 a.m. til 12:30 p.m. Tues-Fri, getting homework and studying done, have time for parties and friends, as well as any hobby... it's going to be such a rough year and to be honest I'm tripping out. Hopefully I can find it in me to keep going... there has to be something waiting for me up this steep mountain.
ft. video this week is the K-On! bebop Parody... I think from a mad editor. Pretty F Bomb awesome.
I'm so unbelievably STOKED for Bumbershoot 09 this weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See you there? Maybe? Be there Saturday and possibly Monday. [crossed fingers]
love is blue in the sky at 6:47 p.m.
[sick and amazing. the waves of sound pounding at the roof of my mind. pushing me off the regretless edge of transmission. take over my life, i am already lost in the white noise of technicolor inspiration.
when can I expect you to be sitting right there beside me? the only way is up, and i am already there//far in the atmosphere where you can't find me.]
Summer is leaving! The first September day. But to my astonishment, I'm looking forward to school and seeing new faces, experiencing new things.
This week was really my last chance to be listless. 6 days of work, and determination to finish my {distant star} video. I've wondered so far from my main project that I almost have no focus to complete it! But I will. The ideas in my mind are just so much, and I always lose space to keep track of them all.
I started reading Ouran today! Yes. After I finish I want to work on my film ideas <33 I'm new at manga editing, but I'm determined to get it down.
When did I begin to like rainy autumn days? It feels so good, like the world is fresh again.
I'm beginning to wonder how I'm going to take on another job, be at classes from 8 a.m. til 12:30 p.m. Tues-Fri, getting homework and studying done, have time for parties and friends, as well as any hobby... it's going to be such a rough year and to be honest I'm tripping out. Hopefully I can find it in me to keep going... there has to be something waiting for me up this steep mountain.
ft. video this week is the K-On! bebop Parody... I think from a mad editor. Pretty F Bomb awesome.
I'm so unbelievably STOKED for Bumbershoot 09 this weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See you there? Maybe? Be there Saturday and possibly Monday. [crossed fingers]
love is blue in the sky at 6:47 p.m.
Monday, August 24, 2009
[how I miss your ranting. do you miss my all time lows]
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Is it seriously almost September? Wow... summer flew by so quickly..I'm home from my trip <3 I had an awesome time, though it was short-lived. Normally I would go over to visit for 2 or 3 weeks. But work is a beast, I had to take what I could get off. I'm still surprised that my boss allowed me the time off in the first place, after I had already taken off 2 weeks earlier in the summer for camping and Coldplay. But I'm grateful.
I spent my short vacation laying on the beach, in the hot Eastern Washington sun, up in the mountains, jumping off the rope swing into the lake, star gazing in the warm nights, and spending zealous time with my best friends. I always make sure to spend these times very carefully. Not a day goes by that I don't miss my life there. A part of me stays there when I leave.
I spent all day Saturday on the road and made it home in the night. Then had to turn around and work all day on Sunday.
I have today and tomorrow off, thank goodness. I needed the rest.
Shadowfoxx and I will be starting the rough script for CTAS ep 2 this week. He'll be heading back to college starting next week, so we decided to try and pick up the pace.
My mind has also been flooded with ideas for videos lately. As you know, I'm in the middle of a huge project right now, with a side YumemiXMunto amv I want to get going on as well.
I have been spending most of my fandom time musing over TamaHaru, which has quickly become my newest OTP. OTP's are rare for me. I don't normally follow the crowd or like a pairing that's popular. It has to happen by chance, I stumble across a good pairing after awhile and I'm hooked! For awhile now TamaHaru has been capturing my attention.. So I have plans for a big TamaHaru video, where I want to try my hand at editing with not only the anime, but the manga as well <33 Wish me luck! My song: Soular Flares by The Ready Set.
I didn't have much time to watch videos this week, but I think my feat. choice would have to be mentalprodigy's .star & sky}:
I totally just watched this a moment ago, but the song has always sung to my soul <3 Auto win.
I've done nothing today but sleep in and loaf around and catch up with friends online. It's a good day to be sloth.
I'm glad to be home. I have exactly a month until I start classes, so I'm hoping to use the time I have left wisely.
So tell me, do you have [soul <3]
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Ello Love
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I'm updating a day late! :3
Logically, I was unable to do much of anything yesterday because I was on the road for 7 hours, driving back home to spend time with friends before college. It's so good to be back here. There's no place like home.
Logically, I was unable to do much of anything yesterday because I was on the road for 7 hours, driving back home to spend time with friends before college. It's so good to be back here. There's no place like home.
So I've been rather curious, and I wonder if you could do something for me, dear reader. I really haven't a clue who reads this, but if someone does read my updates regularly, I would love to know! Send me a little message on my youtube account.
This past week was just a waiting game for this week. I worked and spent time with a friend before she heads off to her Uni. We're planning a goodbye party for her when I get back. I'm still working on that big project of mine, but to take a break from it I started a little project entitled Haruhi in Wonderland, which I finished within a day and uploaded to my account. I'm quite fond of it! Thanks for all the great comments thus far! I love you guys. I've been re-watched Ouran lately. I'm not sure when it happened, but TamaHaru is suddenly my OTP. I'm in love! I'm going to start reading the manga finally when I have time.
As I said in my last post, my current project won't be done until September probably. But I'm hoping it will turn out great!
My feat. video of the week was hard to choose, since I kept seeing some gorgeous works by all sorts of editors! But this one took the cake. It's aoisenshi9's From a Distance:
Of course I would pick a TamaHaru video this week, due to being so keen on them afterall. It's love.
Oh goodness, a grand thing that occured this week! I FINALLY got a new camera! A wondrous Nikon. I can finally get back to my photography and photo editing.
Anyway, I'm on vacation for a week now. This is the last big time off I'll get, so I'm taking advantage of it! It's hot and beatiful today, and the OC is on. Simple things can always make life better.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
-you know me-
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An overworked, anti-morning girl with a love for sleeping in and editing late is who I have become these past few weeks. Sad, really. So self-inflicted. But I'll take advantage of these carefree days as long as possible. Before I know it, classes will be starting in September and I'll have no time to paint my roses red.
By all means, please count down the days with me until Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland comes to theatres next year! I'm so stoked. I'm not really sure why, I was never a fan of Tim Burton. The Nightmare before Christmas thing just didn't do it for me. But his Alice in Wonderland will surely be a masterpiece.
Another movie I'm keen on is Where the Wild Things Are, which comes out in theatres the day after my birthday! Oh my goodness, let's goo!!
This week was rather interesting. For once. A good friend of mine and I drove over to Seattle to see Half Blood Prince at the imax. Honestly, it was so crazy awesome! Who knew Harry Potter would get so good! I used to despise HP, but now thanks to imax and Draco Malfoy, that has all changed <333
Oh yes, my feat. video of the week is Starsy7's Fairy Tale:
Not sure what is it, perhaps the fact that I've always loved this song. But she really captured the classic movie well in the lyrics, and I really enjoyed it.
Scripting for CTAS has begun, slowly. I have a lot of ideas, but I can't seem to sit down and make myself write them out! Now that our pilot is out, there's a lot of expectations weighing on us. Let's hope we can please everyone this time, not just the run of the mill youngens, who will laugh at anything you throw at them.
Recently, I have hit the 500 sub mark, and that was really a great thing to discover. Thank you so much to everyone who watches and enjoys my work. I'm honored! At this time, I am working on a big project for you guys. I'm thinking it won't be finished until September, but I've been diligent with it, and it takes up most of my time when it comes to editing. So please look forward to that... it will be dedicated to all of you.
I'm leaving again in a week to drive across state to visit friends in my hometown. My boss gave me some extra time off, thank goodness! I'll be gone all week, but I'll try to check my mail when I can.
Thank you again to all of you who have been so supportive and good to me. When I lost my account in March, I never dreamed I would make it back to this many viewers. I am truly appreciative.
Much love
Monday, August 3, 2009
[Give love Away]
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This past week has been quite the repeat of the last, in terms of none stop working. I pretty much want to scream at this point. I'm so done with working 5 days a week!! Two days off just doesn't seem to be enough anymore!
To get to some good news, Shadowfoxx85 and I have released Clannad The Abridged Series!! I'm SO glad that it's done. I was about to kill over. We're going to jump right into scripting for episode 2 though, so we don't get behind. The first episode was split into two parts, which we thought might be troublesome to viewers. But so far, everything has been great in terms of popularity! I want to thank EVERYONE for being so patient with us.... and when I say us, I mostly mean thanks for being patient with me. ^^; I was gone a lot in June and July, and also went through some matters of the heart, so it took me longer than it probably could have to get the first episode all edited and ready. But that's all behind us now!
I want and plan to continue CTAS with Pete onward throughout the coming year. So please stay tuned!
I'm just glad that the pilot hasn't been torn apart yet by a serious reviewer.
Anyway. I'm so graciously thankful for a day off today! I slept in til 3 p.m....oh dear.
My featured video of the week is Fayt's NNT R4 entry, For Ever:
I fall in love with it every time I watch it. It's truly beautiful and makes me want to watch ToraDora a-sap!
I sat through and watched the first arc of Umineko no naku koro ni last night. It's a different story and setting than Higurashi, but it's tied together. Very creepy! But I still prefer Higurashi to it. Umi's still airing in Japan though, so I must wait to continue the series.
I haven't continued watching SM yet. I'm actually re-thinking if I will or not. It's so hard to watch a story you already know, even though I never watched the classic or R seasons. It's sort of obvious what happens. But we'll see.
It was SO outrageously hot earlier in the week. I was loving it! It reached 107, which is rare for the coastal area. But it only lasted about 3 days. The heat wave passed, and I found myself awakening Thursday morning to a chill in the air. The temp had dropped to 60 degrees and would never again climb back to the 100's.
I can't believe that I braved up and made my tagged video! With real footage of myself. 0__0 It was a bit scary to upload, but I've been reassured that people like it, so huzzah for revealing myself to the YT world!
I'm finally getting registered for college this week (took me long enough) I think I'll for sure be taking math 072 and Anthropology. I need one other class, but I can't decide which one at the moment. All the good classes has been cut due to the budget at my school. So not cool!
I'm not looking forward to this coming year....it's going to be my hardest I think. But I'll stick through it and climb this steep mountain of mine!
Catch you next week, loves <3>
Monday, July 27, 2009
When I think of you, I don't feel so alone <3
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A week goes by so quickly these days!
I figure I better update this NOW, while it's still on my mind.
I have literally worked none stop since I last posted! I feel like I do nothing but work now! It really sucks.
No parties, no summer fun, just work.. come home... work on a tiny portion of something each night.. and then sleep and do it all over again. Quite frankly, it blows.
But August is just around the corner now! And with August comes things to look forward to <3
I figure I better update this NOW, while it's still on my mind.
I have literally worked none stop since I last posted! I feel like I do nothing but work now! It really sucks.
No parties, no summer fun, just work.. come home... work on a tiny portion of something each night.. and then sleep and do it all over again. Quite frankly, it blows.
But August is just around the corner now! And with August comes things to look forward to <3
I discovered a few days ago that I'm now apart of Disney Remixed Studios! I know... another mep group? I would have declined, but I've never really been involved with the Disney community before, so I feel a bit honored. I hope to make a ton of new friends, as well as some awesome projects with them! I've decided to brave up and get my hair cut! Omg. I'm totally fearful. It's guna be like, MAJOR short. I've had long hair for years! But it's about time for a change... Now that my 2nd year of college is steadily approaching, I feel like it's time for some major changes in my life. There's always room for improvement :) I just hope it won't make me look younger or something...eek, don't need that. I already know I'll be carded until I'm 50 XD My featured video of the week, loves:
Idk, just epic. The fact that SM can be THAT awesome. I had forgotten that the S season was that kick ass.
Speaking of SM, I've started watching all the episodes from 1 in Japanese, the way it was meant to be seen. It's been forever since I've seen the show. Retro. 90's stock footage.
Also speaking of SM and Animeboost, check out the trailer for SMX that I've uploaded to my YT channel!
Also...follow these links if you'd like. Help support this project! :]
ANIMEBOOST CHANNEL:
http://www.youtube.com/animeboost
SMX CHANNEL:
http://www.youtube.com/smxseries
SMX SITE:
http://www.smxseries.webs.com
Finally I have 2 days off!! And I'm finished with my Bloody Lust beta, as well as my Viva la Pop mep part! w00t. I'll probably try and finish CTAS this week. I really want to get the first episode out of the way. I'm also currently in an editing frenzy, and have a lot of cool ideas I want to try out. Bare with me!
<3
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
:p
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I totally DIDN'T forget that it was Monday 2 days ago ..... XD
This passed week has been a very unproductive one. In terms of being....productive. I've been fighting this horrid cold and missing work and outings in the summer hotness. Finally, this weekend I felt better and went back to work, only to be pummelled by massive hours and rude co-workers. Rawr or lol? I can't decide.
On the bright side, I finally got some CTAS editing done! I'm nearly done with scene 9. Shadowfoxx85, my partner in this project, also edited a scene, much to my relief. I don't think I can do ALL this by myself! But I feel like I'm finally getting the hang of the abridged series editing. I'm starting to see the enjoyment in it :)
I've decided to start something a bit different in each of my blog posts, and feature a video that caught my eye or made me think. Something outstanding!
This week, I wanted to feature Zitronencake's EVER EVER AFTER video.
It's seriously adorable.
I also wanted to make a quick shout out to MentalProdigy from youtube. Hang in there, girl. I wish you the best!
Anyway... I guess that's it for my week. Nothing too exciting to report! I'm pretty much here for the rest of July now... working and going about my days. I'm so glad to not be sick anymore!! Let's hope for some excitement in my next post, yes?
Catch you next week, Navaho's <3
Monday, July 13, 2009
All that noise. All that sound.
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The new Monday.I feel like this past week has been so eventful! But really, it consisted mostly of the weekend going-ons. I got home last night from Coldplay!!! It was an amazing concert at the gorge...seriously an inspiring experience. It was like we were in heaven, right at the base of the canyon overlooking the sunset and the thousands of people! The Eastern air was hot and fresh. I was in love. I won't lie though, I was slightly disappointed with the performance though. I think they could have played WAY better songs than they did, and the show overall could have been longer. I felt like it was over in a flash! My friend and I made our own shirts for the concert, and on the back on my shirt I wrote my favorite line of lyrics from the song I wanted them to play most; Speed of Sound. I waited and waited. And sadly, they never played it! We were shocked! Instead of singing the more well-known and loved songs, they sang a lot of weird stuff....like Billy Jean. What was that? I don't think I've ever even heard that before!
Despite that though, I was stoked on the show. I mean...it was Coldplay. You can't go wrong. Viva La Vida was my favorite part of the entire thing. Everyone was singing! It must have echoed through the canyon for miles. It was epic.
We spent the weekend with my friend's cousin at their lake house at the Sun lakes. We went wake boarding and wavered in the boating world for a couple days. Way worth all the driving we had to do on Friday and Sunday. I can't believe my junker of a car made it all the way! But it ended up being a nice road trip across state, both ways. We bumped our jams and sailed through the open desert freeways. My air conditioning quit working once we got into the 100 degree weather, so we were sitting in hot Seattle traffic at one point, with hardly any clothes on and embracing icy bottled water as our only source of cold. It was a perfect summer scene.
Earlier in the week, I worked and finally got some editing done!! So stoked about that. Somehow I manged to get Sae's Birthday video done, as well as my NNT R3 entry! Thank goodness for that extension Key and Tree let me have. Now I'm eagerly awaiting the results. I hope to continue on to R4, but if I don't it's all good. As you're all well aware of, I have too much on my plate as it is. One less thing will benefit me.
When I got back home late Sunday night, the weather was completely opposite from the weather on the east side. Total down pour of rain and humid coldness. Not something you want to come home to! Now I'm sort of fighting a summer cold and have done nothing today but sleep and watch He's just not that into you while drinking tea and eating Twizzlers.
hey, its a living.
It's back to work on Wednesday. I don't have anymore big plans for the rest of July now, so I'll just be working and chillin around here. Hopefully the weather improves! I thought about going to Summer Jam on the 25th at White River, but I'm sort of leaning towards not going now. Save up my money for something better, like Bumbershoot if it's happening this year. Cross your fingers!!
Here's to another week.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Monday already?
104
I feel like I've now stepped into a new stage of life. It's made up of mixed emotions and strange occurrences, but definitely some sort of new level.
Last Monday, I ended up going to see STAR TREK! Pretty much, it was amazing! Definitely one of the best sci-fi block busters of the year. Heck, maybe even the decade! I'm now convinced that I could have been a Stark Trek geek. Is it just me or is Spock super hot in the film? :P
That evening I was accompanied by my boy and his friend. Afterwards we spent zealous time together and watched the stars. It was a very good evening, despite not feeling up to par earlier that day.
Tuesday was uneventful. I went to the river for a short while with a friend, then came home and wallowed. Wednesday I attended the goodbye party for that person of mine. Sad, but good times.
Thursday was spent in a low state. I had to work. That night I went over to say my final goodbyes to him. Tried not to cry. Hoping that we would stay close, despite the upcoming unavoidable distance between us. That night my friend stayed with me and we slept out on her trampoline.
As you can imagine, Friday was no stroll in the park. But to be sincere, I was oddly at ease with the situation. Perhaps I had finally found the peace of mind I had always searched for.
Nonetheless, I look forward to his letters and will continue to miss him. Here's to the 2 years ahead of us <3
Saturday was the most uneventful 4th of July I had ever had. I had to work, then I came home and laid in our front lawn and watched the nearby fireworks light up the sky. Sunday I had to work a 12 hour shift and about killed over once I got home. I also discovered that the deadline for NNT R3 happened to be that night, rather than on the 15th. I was wrongly informed and felt it unfair, so I tried to get an extention with Tree and Key. Hopefully they'll allow it. If not, I won't feel bad dropping out. I have so much to do these days anyway that it's hard to keep up.
5 DAYS TIL COLDPLAY!
Anyway, 104 weeks. Can I do this? Live long and Prosper, my friends
Monday, June 29, 2009
She's back yo!
I've returned from my camping trip! Which disabled me from updating last week....
so I guess I have 2 weeks to cover for you!
A lot of amazing good times have been going down! Like....finding out that the only boy I've ever truly harbored feelings for has felt the same way about me all these years and finally we can rekindle our old friendship <3
Also, camping on the East Side! Yes! My favorite place to be in the nice hot weather where I at last got my tan and spend zealous time diving off cliffs into the lake, tubing, jamming out on the road trip, wake boarding, henna drawing, and livinnggg!
I got home on Saturday night and had to turn around and work the next morning at 7 a.m. to 3 p.m..... then came home and crashed. I have today and tomorrow off, where I'm hoping to spend time with that certain someone, as well as get a few Bday vids out of the way.
Wondering about CTAS? Not to worry. Its still on, just going at a slow rate since I've been traveling and dealing with real life things. I'm eager to get back into the groove of editing. Before I finish episode 1 of CTAS though, I'll be dedicating most of my editing time to my NNT R3 entry. I don't plan to drop out of NNT! I want to keep going, it's been a fun tournament, and I love how generous they are with their deadlines :3
Anyway, I also want to get my other tagged video out, as well as my mep spring collection so I can clean up my channel a bit.
Oh yes....and DOWN WITH THE NEW CHANNEL DESIGNS ON YT!! That's a load of crap. I never liked the beta and from what Ive seen, no one else did either!
You wana go, YT? Bring it.
so I guess I have 2 weeks to cover for you!
A lot of amazing good times have been going down! Like....finding out that the only boy I've ever truly harbored feelings for has felt the same way about me all these years and finally we can rekindle our old friendship <3
Also, camping on the East Side! Yes! My favorite place to be in the nice hot weather where I at last got my tan and spend zealous time diving off cliffs into the lake, tubing, jamming out on the road trip, wake boarding, henna drawing, and livinnggg!
I got home on Saturday night and had to turn around and work the next morning at 7 a.m. to 3 p.m..... then came home and crashed. I have today and tomorrow off, where I'm hoping to spend time with that certain someone, as well as get a few Bday vids out of the way.
Wondering about CTAS? Not to worry. Its still on, just going at a slow rate since I've been traveling and dealing with real life things. I'm eager to get back into the groove of editing. Before I finish episode 1 of CTAS though, I'll be dedicating most of my editing time to my NNT R3 entry. I don't plan to drop out of NNT! I want to keep going, it's been a fun tournament, and I love how generous they are with their deadlines :3
Anyway, I also want to get my other tagged video out, as well as my mep spring collection so I can clean up my channel a bit.
Oh yes....and DOWN WITH THE NEW CHANNEL DESIGNS ON YT!! That's a load of crap. I never liked the beta and from what Ive seen, no one else did either!
You wana go, YT? Bring it.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
OMEGA MONDAY
Guess what.
It's Monday.
Or...it was 41 minutes ago.
If you didn't catch my last post, I'll be updating this thing every week on Mondays, to keep yah all up to speed with my life..
Not that anyone really reads this, and if you do, then hello there reader!
Anyway.
Events since last Monday.... let's make this interesting now.
It was the 8th! And I returned home from my trip across state to visit one of my best friend's high school graduation back where I grew up. It was good to get away and see everyone. It was a short-lived trip, however, because I had to be back for work again on the 10th. I'm hoping to drive over again sometime in July and visit again.
But yes, Monday and Tuesday were spent lazily laying about, watching Leave it to Beaver and Magnum PI....because I'm THAT cool.
It was back to work on Wednesday. Normally when I work, it's like the day is already wasted. I end up sleeping in too late and then I having to speed off to work. Before I know it, it's 9 at night and I'm back home on the computer until past midnight. It gets old.
When Friday finally rolled around, a friend of mine was determined to drag me to a party some guy friend's of ours were having. I really wasn't in the mood, but I decided to humor myself and join them. It's seriously been forever since I drank. Not since rain dance night, lol. So it was super fun, and then as the beer pong got busted out, I had a little too much after my round (total losing streak) and ended up getting sick. How embarrassing! I never get sick!
But surprisingly, everyone pampered me for the rest of the night. I was swooned over my countless people. It was fun to be with everyone and just get lost in the evening. <3 I've been out of the loop for so long, due to not taking classes during Spring quarter. It was SO awesome to chill with everyone again. I can't wait to start in the Fall again and get back into the college scene :)
I was pretty out of it on Saturday, but gave it my all at work. Sunday I had to work all morning, and finally got home and totally crashed and burned in my bed. Best thing ever.
And that's where I leave you! I'm on my only 2 days off, Monday and Tuesday, and I'm enjoying them quite amazingly.
In case you were curious, NO I have not edited A THING. Because I DO have a life. Places to be and people to chill with. I'm getting rather frustrated about editing recently. It is a hobby, yes. And something I feel I've worked hard at. But I don't like it when it becomes something of a job more than a hobby. It's when it becomes a job where I would much rather chuck my laptop into a river and run off into the obis! I don't want to get tired of it, but I want people to expect less mep's from me and more of my own stuff. I'm excited about CTAS, but don't expect me to pump out episode after episode. It's something that I never thought I could accomplish, but now with the help of Shadowfoxx85 and all of my amazing VA's, I'll now have what it takes to complete this project! But please keep in mind that this is something I plan to do ON THE SIDELINES this summer. It's not my main concern, and I'll get to scripting and editing episodes when I am able. And by able, I mean, when I actually WANT to.
I'm mostly just saying all this to vent. I feel like I've lost touch with the personal and rewarding side of my editing. I have many plans that I want to reach within the upcoming summer months, and I don't think I can go on much longer without tackling at least a few of them.
I promise I won't disappoint <3
It's Monday.
Or...it was 41 minutes ago.
If you didn't catch my last post, I'll be updating this thing every week on Mondays, to keep yah all up to speed with my life..
Not that anyone really reads this, and if you do, then hello there reader!
Anyway.
Events since last Monday.... let's make this interesting now.
It was the 8th! And I returned home from my trip across state to visit one of my best friend's high school graduation back where I grew up. It was good to get away and see everyone. It was a short-lived trip, however, because I had to be back for work again on the 10th. I'm hoping to drive over again sometime in July and visit again.
But yes, Monday and Tuesday were spent lazily laying about, watching Leave it to Beaver and Magnum PI....because I'm THAT cool.
It was back to work on Wednesday. Normally when I work, it's like the day is already wasted. I end up sleeping in too late and then I having to speed off to work. Before I know it, it's 9 at night and I'm back home on the computer until past midnight. It gets old.
When Friday finally rolled around, a friend of mine was determined to drag me to a party some guy friend's of ours were having. I really wasn't in the mood, but I decided to humor myself and join them. It's seriously been forever since I drank. Not since rain dance night, lol. So it was super fun, and then as the beer pong got busted out, I had a little too much after my round (total losing streak) and ended up getting sick. How embarrassing! I never get sick!
But surprisingly, everyone pampered me for the rest of the night. I was swooned over my countless people. It was fun to be with everyone and just get lost in the evening. <3 I've been out of the loop for so long, due to not taking classes during Spring quarter. It was SO awesome to chill with everyone again. I can't wait to start in the Fall again and get back into the college scene :)
I was pretty out of it on Saturday, but gave it my all at work. Sunday I had to work all morning, and finally got home and totally crashed and burned in my bed. Best thing ever.
And that's where I leave you! I'm on my only 2 days off, Monday and Tuesday, and I'm enjoying them quite amazingly.
In case you were curious, NO I have not edited A THING. Because I DO have a life. Places to be and people to chill with. I'm getting rather frustrated about editing recently. It is a hobby, yes. And something I feel I've worked hard at. But I don't like it when it becomes something of a job more than a hobby. It's when it becomes a job where I would much rather chuck my laptop into a river and run off into the obis! I don't want to get tired of it, but I want people to expect less mep's from me and more of my own stuff. I'm excited about CTAS, but don't expect me to pump out episode after episode. It's something that I never thought I could accomplish, but now with the help of Shadowfoxx85 and all of my amazing VA's, I'll now have what it takes to complete this project! But please keep in mind that this is something I plan to do ON THE SIDELINES this summer. It's not my main concern, and I'll get to scripting and editing episodes when I am able. And by able, I mean, when I actually WANT to.
I'm mostly just saying all this to vent. I feel like I've lost touch with the personal and rewarding side of my editing. I have many plans that I want to reach within the upcoming summer months, and I don't think I can go on much longer without tackling at least a few of them.
I promise I won't disappoint <3
Friday, June 12, 2009
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Better be sunny up this road
Here I am at 4:00 a.m. I had revived my sleeping pattern over the weekend, and now I've gone and blown it.
I've been gone on a trip across state for a friend's graduation. It was so amazing to get away! It reminded me that there is life to be lived out there! When I came home, I felt like putting off editing all together... But then I was reminded of the many obligations I now have -___-
I've come to the decision to discontinue mep work for the summer. Its almost a hollow decision, because I'm sure if I come across an mep in one of my groups or a megamix that I can't go on without being apart of, I'll probably enter... But besides that, I won't be doing any mep parts from here until September. I've finally shortened my list down to 2 remaining parts.... One for the Viva Pop mep for Eternal Illusion, and the other for Bloody Lust hosted by Yorleni. Aside from those, I'm putting my foot down.
I'm getting rather aggravated. My book of ideas is overflowing with great inspirations, and yet I find myself having no time to work on ANY of them! (Of course I have time to write in a blog at 4 a.m. but that's beside the point!)
This month will be a busy one. It's already the 9th of June! Summer is underway. I'll be working long hours this summer to help with bills at home and to start saving for classes next Fall. I'll be online less, and spend most of my time with other things... as I feel that summer is too amazing of a season to miss sitting in front of a computer screen wasting away.
But I want to at least work on some of my own creations. No more mep's to tie me down and no more collabs!! Just TIME to embrace editing as more of a personal art, rather than a job.
Once summer ends, I'll probably take leave from my editing for awhile. Not because I feel I have to, but because I need to start focusing on college. I can't be fooling around with a hobby when I have science and math to get out of my hair by this time next year.
I'll probably work on one thing at a time, slowly, once school starts. So summer is really the only time I have to do as I please in the YT world.
So my summer work will include CTAS and personal projects :3 Oh yes, and NNT entries, depending on how far I get in the tournament.
-I want some cereal, but the milk is bad!
-I really hope to hang out with this old friend before he leaves!
-I miss Eastern already
-I want to finish EP 1 of CTAS SOON!!
-I want to cut my hair
I've been gone on a trip across state for a friend's graduation. It was so amazing to get away! It reminded me that there is life to be lived out there! When I came home, I felt like putting off editing all together... But then I was reminded of the many obligations I now have -___-
I've come to the decision to discontinue mep work for the summer. Its almost a hollow decision, because I'm sure if I come across an mep in one of my groups or a megamix that I can't go on without being apart of, I'll probably enter... But besides that, I won't be doing any mep parts from here until September. I've finally shortened my list down to 2 remaining parts.... One for the Viva Pop mep for Eternal Illusion, and the other for Bloody Lust hosted by Yorleni. Aside from those, I'm putting my foot down.
I'm getting rather aggravated. My book of ideas is overflowing with great inspirations, and yet I find myself having no time to work on ANY of them! (Of course I have time to write in a blog at 4 a.m. but that's beside the point!)
This month will be a busy one. It's already the 9th of June! Summer is underway. I'll be working long hours this summer to help with bills at home and to start saving for classes next Fall. I'll be online less, and spend most of my time with other things... as I feel that summer is too amazing of a season to miss sitting in front of a computer screen wasting away.
But I want to at least work on some of my own creations. No more mep's to tie me down and no more collabs!! Just TIME to embrace editing as more of a personal art, rather than a job.
Once summer ends, I'll probably take leave from my editing for awhile. Not because I feel I have to, but because I need to start focusing on college. I can't be fooling around with a hobby when I have science and math to get out of my hair by this time next year.
I'll probably work on one thing at a time, slowly, once school starts. So summer is really the only time I have to do as I please in the YT world.
So my summer work will include CTAS and personal projects :3 Oh yes, and NNT entries, depending on how far I get in the tournament.
-I want some cereal, but the milk is bad!
-I really hope to hang out with this old friend before he leaves!
-I miss Eastern already
-I want to finish EP 1 of CTAS SOON!!
-I want to cut my hair
Friday, May 15, 2009
Abridged, anyone?
Totally procrastinating on my NNT trailer, so I thought I would update.....it's such a rare occasion, after all XD
So..... Clannad Abridged! Holy mother. I had this idea so long ago, like way before After Story began. And I thought.... no way, I will never be a good enough editor, nor popular enough, to make an abridged series and have it actually be successful...
BUT, low and behold the day my dear friend Shadowfoxx85 came into my life! And we decided to partner up and do this biznatch! So we are sharing the director role, got us some awesome VA's, and officially are an abridged team!!!
CLANNAD THE ABRIDGED SERIES YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Currently TRYING to write episode 1 script... ^^; Its hard. But we will make this amazing for everyone!! Many promises on that <3
So..... Clannad Abridged! Holy mother. I had this idea so long ago, like way before After Story began. And I thought.... no way, I will never be a good enough editor, nor popular enough, to make an abridged series and have it actually be successful...
BUT, low and behold the day my dear friend Shadowfoxx85 came into my life! And we decided to partner up and do this biznatch! So we are sharing the director role, got us some awesome VA's, and officially are an abridged team!!!
CLANNAD THE ABRIDGED SERIES YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Currently TRYING to write episode 1 script... ^^; Its hard. But we will make this amazing for everyone!! Many promises on that <3
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
-suspicious glance-
Hola!
So wow, it's been awhile since I updated this thing!
What on earth has been going on lately? Nothin off the top of my head...
Let's see......last post on March 14th...
Oh yes. So my warmhearted1717 account was suspended.... hard times a'comin! I was quite melancholy about this for about a month. It sucked having to start over from scratch...I wont lie about that. And yes, I'm not THAT selfless....I DID miss my 400+ subs.
BUT, a shimmering ray of hope presented itself to me at last, when my dear friend Sae (Gold3nPho3nix on YT) pulled me out of my rut and got me talking more with the amv editor community.
Ok, I know this may sound silly, but I never really communicated with any other editors! It was
very rare. I was sort of on my own in this vast waste land called youtube. But wow, now that that phase is over, I have quite a number of wonderful people looking out for me, and vise versa.
Let's see.....Winter Quarter finally ended in March, and Spring Break started. I didn't do hardly anything except work and hang out with a few friends from time to time. The next week, my best friend and I went over to Canada for her 19th bday. Crazy times <33
I decided I needed to take a quarter off school to start focusing on saving up more money, so I'm currently not taking any classes up at the college. Kinda bummed about it, but I really needed to prioritize my life (whatever that means).
I started working on more projects in April. I finally got my Simply Being Loved video done, and that totally wiped me out! So I decided to stay on track with my mep parts for awhile until all of them were finished and out of my hair! However, seems like after I finish one, another takes that one's spot XD So I'm still diligently working. Its all about the mep's right now, I'm guessing. I've been asked I don't know how many times to join other mep groups. I feel bad declining the leader's offers, but I just can't right now! I've got so much to do as it is!! T__T Sorry everyone.
However, a bit of a spontaneous event occurred a week or so ago. I was offered a spot in Silver Starlight Productions mep group. Now this, above other things, was more of an honor than a request. I about fell over in my chair!
So of course I accepted :3
Check out that beautiful member list, please:
I also joined two other megamix projects that SapphireStar and Yorleni are hosting. Quite excited about those. Shadowfoxx85 is also hosting his own Trance mep, so I worked on that with everyone....and I was ecstatic to work on the Lady Gaga Megamix too ^^
Oh man, runnin' out of time!!
Let's see.....
I finally...FINALLY finished After Story. And wow. It was perfect. A bit unrealistic towards the end, but heck, it was beautiful in my eyes.
I also at long last finished To Heart, which turned out to be an adorable little slice of life story, but nothing worth making an amv for. Maybe someday...to some indie song. But so far, no inspiration has conspired from it.
I began to watch Kodomo no Jikan for some reason XDD aaandd....let's just say it's a bit over the top with the ecchi-ness. It's still cute though. I probably would have continued the series, had I not run out of uncensored .avi file to use. All the files on veoh are censored, and its now confusing half the time.
Something I DID enjoy watching though, and gained massive inspiration from, was Munto TV. How could I miss something like this while it was airing back in the beginning of the year?! It's amazing...beyond amazing!! I highly recommend you watch it. KyoAni ftw!!!
I'm also head over heels in love with K-On! right now. It's just my little darling. It airs every Thursday, and subs come out on Fridays...just like Clannad did. So it all works out for the best :3
Well...I would love to stay and chat, really I would. But work is calling me and I'm still not even dressed. Curse this word and the horrible work schedule of mine...
Things I neeeed to do!!!
1.) Get a hair cut
2.) Ride bike more
3.) Start tanning
4.) Finish Hold your Colour mep this week!!
5.) Apply for that bistro job...
Saturday, March 14, 2009
-cries-
So...
My beloved youtube account of 2 years was suspended. F you, Tokyo Broadcasting Inc....
I had a gut feeling that this would happen! I thought, wow I've already reached over 400 + subscribers, I'm finally where I want to be in my film editing, and I'm so in love with my account design.... I've got all my wonderful and supportive YT friends, I'm involved in 4 great MEP Studios......this is just too good to be true!
And low and behold! Thursday morning I was awoke early, thought I would pop on to say good morning in a bulletin, and there is was...the message of complete desolation..
'Your account has been permanently Disabled'
I about died! DX Not this! It happened looong ago to me, back when my account was it's original warmhearted17! That poor account never stood a chance!
But this one was going strong.
Well, surprisingly, I didn't get as upset as I thought. I tried my best to think positively and try to shape this into an opportunity to refresh! I'd been meaning to take down all my older videos anyway... They weren't a good reflection on my current works.
Well, thankfully I have AMAZING companions there on YT, who have helped and encouraged me through this. I'm feeling a lot better.
It IS still sad though. I was about to start a dedication film to my first 400 subscribers. Who knows if I'll ever reach that many again. The number had built up over 2 years! But, it's not as much the subscriptions that I lost as it was the contact with people and other editors I look up to. Hopefully I can rebuild and recreate once again. I'm not down about this anymore! ^^
Oh gosh, I've got like 3 essays and 3 months worth of quick writes to finish before next Friday, the 20th! T__T
Counting down the days until Spring Break.....
I was going to go to an Andrea Nickatina (sp?) concert tonight with some friends, but...rawr, I have the flu and had to cancel on them last minute. I hope they don't hate me for it!! Plus I was running late getting ready, and they needed to gooo! So I just decided to skip out. But for payback, I have to go bungee jumping with my best friend one of these days. Let's hope she'll forget about that though...eh heh
Oh gosh, and I STILL haven't found the time to watch ep. 21 and 22 of After Story!!!! -dies- I must! It's the final episodes!!
Maybe I'll do that in the morning, hm?
If I'm awake that is..
My beloved youtube account of 2 years was suspended. F you, Tokyo Broadcasting Inc....
I had a gut feeling that this would happen! I thought, wow I've already reached over 400 + subscribers, I'm finally where I want to be in my film editing, and I'm so in love with my account design.... I've got all my wonderful and supportive YT friends, I'm involved in 4 great MEP Studios......this is just too good to be true!
And low and behold! Thursday morning I was awoke early, thought I would pop on to say good morning in a bulletin, and there is was...the message of complete desolation..
'Your account has been permanently Disabled'
I about died! DX Not this! It happened looong ago to me, back when my account was it's original warmhearted17! That poor account never stood a chance!
But this one was going strong.
Well, surprisingly, I didn't get as upset as I thought. I tried my best to think positively and try to shape this into an opportunity to refresh! I'd been meaning to take down all my older videos anyway... They weren't a good reflection on my current works.
Well, thankfully I have AMAZING companions there on YT, who have helped and encouraged me through this. I'm feeling a lot better.
It IS still sad though. I was about to start a dedication film to my first 400 subscribers. Who knows if I'll ever reach that many again. The number had built up over 2 years! But, it's not as much the subscriptions that I lost as it was the contact with people and other editors I look up to. Hopefully I can rebuild and recreate once again. I'm not down about this anymore! ^^
Oh gosh, I've got like 3 essays and 3 months worth of quick writes to finish before next Friday, the 20th! T__T
Counting down the days until Spring Break.....
I was going to go to an Andrea Nickatina (sp?) concert tonight with some friends, but...rawr, I have the flu and had to cancel on them last minute. I hope they don't hate me for it!! Plus I was running late getting ready, and they needed to gooo! So I just decided to skip out. But for payback, I have to go bungee jumping with my best friend one of these days. Let's hope she'll forget about that though...eh heh
Oh gosh, and I STILL haven't found the time to watch ep. 21 and 22 of After Story!!!! -dies- I must! It's the final episodes!!
Maybe I'll do that in the morning, hm?
If I'm awake that is..
Thursday, March 5, 2009
-smile-
So I'm not moving after all. Thank goodness.
Now I get to stay in my house and make it a perfect little home. For now anyway. It's strange what you don't realize you have, until you lose it...or in my case, almost lose it. And for so long, I had neglected to realize that this IS a home, no matter how much I denied it for years.
-Day dreams off-
I cant believe After Story is ending in 2 episodes...and then a special! It better be an amazing special. Clannad's been like, my life! I am so not ashamed to admit that.
I'm guessing that something similar to this will happen in the last episodes:
Ushio will get very sick and die and Tomoya will be destroyed by this. Somehow Tomoya dies shortly after, and he finds himself in the alternate world in the metal body of the robot doll. Accompanying him is the young girl, the only inhabitant of the cold alternate world. He vaguely remembers the real world and convinces the girl that they need to go there. They build a machine that can take them there so that they can live a happy life. Their efforts are legit, and somehow Tomoya gets the light orb and he gets his wish...and he remembers everything from his other life. The girl he's with is Ushio, and he and Ushio go back to the real world, where everything starts over. Nagisa ends up never dying, and Ushio is born safely into the world. Their family is together at last.
AHH, what am I saying?! I have no idea what's going to happen! I never played the game, so sue me.
But I have strong faith that the conclusion will be a spectacular one. Tomoya HAS to somehow get the light orbs and grant his wish! And Nagisa will be back, and their family will be complete. And then the special episode might be about their life together with all three of them as a family. Aw. Now THAT'S the ending I'm praying for.
Ok, ENOUGH! Sorry, I never get this intent on a show. Especially anime o__0 But Clannad is just different, for some reason.
Oh I got my Dango Daikazoku on Sunday. Oh gosh, its precious.
I have to go to class in the morning...but...I THINK I might skip it and just get some rest, then clean my room and do some homework for once.
Yes.
The wind is howling outside my window.
Now I get to stay in my house and make it a perfect little home. For now anyway. It's strange what you don't realize you have, until you lose it...or in my case, almost lose it. And for so long, I had neglected to realize that this IS a home, no matter how much I denied it for years.
-Day dreams off-
I cant believe After Story is ending in 2 episodes...and then a special! It better be an amazing special. Clannad's been like, my life! I am so not ashamed to admit that.
I'm guessing that something similar to this will happen in the last episodes:
Ushio will get very sick and die and Tomoya will be destroyed by this. Somehow Tomoya dies shortly after, and he finds himself in the alternate world in the metal body of the robot doll. Accompanying him is the young girl, the only inhabitant of the cold alternate world. He vaguely remembers the real world and convinces the girl that they need to go there. They build a machine that can take them there so that they can live a happy life. Their efforts are legit, and somehow Tomoya gets the light orb and he gets his wish...and he remembers everything from his other life. The girl he's with is Ushio, and he and Ushio go back to the real world, where everything starts over. Nagisa ends up never dying, and Ushio is born safely into the world. Their family is together at last.
AHH, what am I saying?! I have no idea what's going to happen! I never played the game, so sue me.
But I have strong faith that the conclusion will be a spectacular one. Tomoya HAS to somehow get the light orbs and grant his wish! And Nagisa will be back, and their family will be complete. And then the special episode might be about their life together with all three of them as a family. Aw. Now THAT'S the ending I'm praying for.
Ok, ENOUGH! Sorry, I never get this intent on a show. Especially anime o__0 But Clannad is just different, for some reason.
Oh I got my Dango Daikazoku on Sunday. Oh gosh, its precious.
I have to go to class in the morning...but...I THINK I might skip it and just get some rest, then clean my room and do some homework for once.
Yes.
The wind is howling outside my window.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Hello Snow
Its hard to believe that we're snowed in right now, and it's nearly March! So much for an early spring I guess...
I'm not complaining though! This means no class in the morning (I'm guessing)... and perhaps even some extra time on the move! The Uhaul was supposed to come tomorrow, but with all this snow, I can't imagine us trying to move all our furniture back and fourth from the truck. So yay :3
All the excitement ends there though, with this cold I've been fighting all week. I wouldn't call it a cold, more like a cold bordering the lines of the flu. I've been miserable for the past week! I'm sure this is all thanks to running through the night like a delinquent from a party that got busted last Friday. T__T Who knew a good time would end with my huddled in a ditch with 2 other friends, with only tank tops on because we had no time to grab our sweaters.
But it was worth it, it was a goodbye party for one my friends whose going off to Mexico to play soccer! I'll miss him so!
Oh when did this blog become a place where I talk about lowly things like anime?? Well...apparently it has. Lately I've been procrastinating on all homework like some sort of deluded geek to watch different shows I've always wanted to watch, but never had time. I finished Loveless last week. It was alright. I love me some yaoi now and then. I'm also in the middle of Lucky*Star, as well as becoming obsessed with Ouran High School Host Club <33333 Oh my goodness, I love it. How on earth could I have neglected to watch it all this time?
Oh my head is killing me, but I have much to say!
It's official! My friend and I are going to Coldplay in July! I'm quite enthused. She's more of a fan than I am, but after our trip to see Radiohead last summer, we made up our minds that going to see a Coldplay concert would be just as amazing! And when I heard they were going on tour, I jumped for some tickets! Should be fun...
I also just recently discovered a new program I'm thinking of taking next year! It's a study abroad program that goes to Hawaii for a month to do some environmental work! I am so stoked, there's no way I'm missing out on an opportunity like that!
The bright screen in front of me is not good for this headache.
I'm not complaining though! This means no class in the morning (I'm guessing)... and perhaps even some extra time on the move! The Uhaul was supposed to come tomorrow, but with all this snow, I can't imagine us trying to move all our furniture back and fourth from the truck. So yay :3
All the excitement ends there though, with this cold I've been fighting all week. I wouldn't call it a cold, more like a cold bordering the lines of the flu. I've been miserable for the past week! I'm sure this is all thanks to running through the night like a delinquent from a party that got busted last Friday. T__T Who knew a good time would end with my huddled in a ditch with 2 other friends, with only tank tops on because we had no time to grab our sweaters.
But it was worth it, it was a goodbye party for one my friends whose going off to Mexico to play soccer! I'll miss him so!
Oh when did this blog become a place where I talk about lowly things like anime?? Well...apparently it has. Lately I've been procrastinating on all homework like some sort of deluded geek to watch different shows I've always wanted to watch, but never had time. I finished Loveless last week. It was alright. I love me some yaoi now and then. I'm also in the middle of Lucky*Star, as well as becoming obsessed with Ouran High School Host Club <33333 Oh my goodness, I love it. How on earth could I have neglected to watch it all this time?
Oh my head is killing me, but I have much to say!
It's official! My friend and I are going to Coldplay in July! I'm quite enthused. She's more of a fan than I am, but after our trip to see Radiohead last summer, we made up our minds that going to see a Coldplay concert would be just as amazing! And when I heard they were going on tour, I jumped for some tickets! Should be fun...
I also just recently discovered a new program I'm thinking of taking next year! It's a study abroad program that goes to Hawaii for a month to do some environmental work! I am so stoked, there's no way I'm missing out on an opportunity like that!
The bright screen in front of me is not good for this headache.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Actually...
I have to take some of what I said in my last post back...
There CAN be some anime that are better suited for dubbing..... take for example, Lucky * Star!
I just started watching this, because I looove KyoAni and the characters are everywhere to be seen...I needed to check it out for myself. I started watching it in Japanese, and oh Lord...it's SO confusing, even with subs! So much conversation is going on, and it's hard to follow...if the subs aren't perfectly translated, you'll miss the whole point of what the characters are talking about! It was very frustrating.... so I thought, there's a dub of this, maybe I should take a peek at it.
And what do you know!!!
I actually prefer the dub better than the sub or the raw! D: I shocked myself. The VA's were great and the convos were WAY easier to comprehend.
Take a watch for yourself if you want:
On to other matters..... I think I might just explode. I don't want to move!!! This is going to be a difficult transition. Moving from the house I lived in all through high school, and going to some strange new place a town over....
I'm having a hard time keeping up in school too. As I've said in previous posts, I'm only taking 2 classes...both writing classes so I could take a break from math and get my life back on track. But NO...journalism turns out to be the hardest class I've ever taken. It's like a job rather than a class!! I'm just not feeling it... I guess I can scratch Journalist off my list of possible careers.
I think I might have an opportunity to go to the Art Institute I wanted... but that would mean leaving college for a trade school. And the whole point of going to college is to get my Bachelors Degree and amount to something. T__T But if what I'm doing right now isn't fulfilling my ambitions, what good is it to keep going through all the motions like a robot for 3 more years to get a diploma?? And then end up empty handed in the end?
Why can't things be more simple?
I have to go through all my old stuff and organize for the move. I don't feel like it. I have to go to work at 5 also...yuck. And then I have a ton of homework to catch up with... And a huge pile of MEP parts to work on...And totally bummed that I didn't make it very far in a recent contest I was in! aaaah..
Much love
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
SUB ftw
Its true what they say. Dubs almost always ruin a good anime.
Now, I'm not one to boast about being a devoted anime watcher. For years now, I've been oblivious to the going ons of the anime world, and am very selective of the ones I HAVE kept up with.
But I have noticed, in nearly every subbed anime that I come to enjoy, that once the English dub is released, it changes my entire impression of that show. In so many terms, it ruins the once great show.
Its sad that professional English VA's cant be better...
That's why I'm absolutely terrified to see my precious Clannad dubbed this summer. I'll die if it turns out to be another Air TV incident! Or worse yet....some disaster like The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.....
Poor Haruhi....
So PLEASE ADV Films......don't ruin Clannad for us! Or at least make sure that Nagisa and Tomoya are properly cast, if nothing else.
Oh why am I rambling on about all this? I'm always so surprised to see so many people supporting dubs. Just watch in SUB, kids. I promise you, it will be worth your while.
Now, I'm not one to boast about being a devoted anime watcher. For years now, I've been oblivious to the going ons of the anime world, and am very selective of the ones I HAVE kept up with.
But I have noticed, in nearly every subbed anime that I come to enjoy, that once the English dub is released, it changes my entire impression of that show. In so many terms, it ruins the once great show.
Its sad that professional English VA's cant be better...
That's why I'm absolutely terrified to see my precious Clannad dubbed this summer. I'll die if it turns out to be another Air TV incident! Or worse yet....some disaster like The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.....
Poor Haruhi....
So PLEASE ADV Films......don't ruin Clannad for us! Or at least make sure that Nagisa and Tomoya are properly cast, if nothing else.
Oh why am I rambling on about all this? I'm always so surprised to see so many people supporting dubs. Just watch in SUB, kids. I promise you, it will be worth your while.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
You go through things too, right?
This move is about killing me. I didn't WANT to move in the first place! But my mother insists its a good idea...she's promised TV! Wow! (We don't usually have tv because it's a waste of money when we never even watch it in the first place)
But we will have to remodel this entire house from nearly the ground up....and it is going to be a huge task and I probably wont even be able to comprehend it.
MEANWHILE, I finally redesigned my entire room to the point of it's perfection...and I am sad to now be leaving it. Life wants to throw me.
I have a very hard time dealing with change. How will this go down?
Well, I must think of the alternative. I will be leaving off to a university (hoping) in a year or so...and that would mean leaving home anyway....so this is really just a head start.
Mustn't let the world stop.
I have recently made a TWITTER! Come follow me! :D
I also finally finished my Tagged video and uploaded today on YT.
livelavalive font ftw!
But we will have to remodel this entire house from nearly the ground up....and it is going to be a huge task and I probably wont even be able to comprehend it.
MEANWHILE, I finally redesigned my entire room to the point of it's perfection...and I am sad to now be leaving it. Life wants to throw me.
I have a very hard time dealing with change. How will this go down?
Well, I must think of the alternative. I will be leaving off to a university (hoping) in a year or so...and that would mean leaving home anyway....so this is really just a head start.
Mustn't let the world stop.
I have recently made a TWITTER! Come follow me! :D
I also finally finished my Tagged video and uploaded today on YT.
livelavalive font ftw!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
The beginning...of the life of a roaming hippy?
....no....of my Journalism career. It has gotten off to a rushed and exhausting start. In the long run, I want to be a photo journalist....but in order to reach that goal, I have to take normal journalistic classes to grasp everything first.
I wasn't going to take a course in it until next year, but seeing as I had the extra time due to dropping math, I thought I would give it a try. I took journalism in high school, so it shouldn't be too bad, right?
I soon learned that this was going to be a hugely difficult task. The prof, although very nice, is so hardcore about what he teaches it's almost frightening! I felt so silly sitting in there, nearly 3 weeks into the quarter, while he ranted and raved about using tape recorders during interviews. Then after class, I had some questions I needed to ask him, and he snaps, "Walk with me." So we leave the classroom...my bag is about falling off my arm and my books are nearly slipping out of my hands....he's talking talking talking....I felt like a little secretary chasing after some big time executive with a notepad, trying to take notes!
Finally he stops and tells me that I need to work hard and blah blah... so I utter a little sheepishly, "So, do I need to be thinking of a topic?" and he replies bluntly, "No, you need to be WRITING it."
ACK! Heart attack. This was my first day in the class and I'm already expected to be writing an article for the upcoming school newspaper! D:
Well....turns out I only need to be writing my leads....but still. I feel so rushed and agonized!
I said to my best friend...Come, let's run away. We can quit school and buy a Volkswagen and bum hitch hike across America, bathe in public bathrooms, and hippy it up without a care in the world.
We decided to wait until summer.
While I have your attention...whoever you may be (if anybody at all), please pay a visit to Free City.
A place for artwork, musica, aspirations, nature, aviator sunglasses, subtle sound effects, and vintage bicycles. The cause is huge. I want a sweatshirt, but the price is outrageous. This could save the world...(yea right, I just like the sweatshirt)
Don't let the opera singer scare you.
I wasn't going to take a course in it until next year, but seeing as I had the extra time due to dropping math, I thought I would give it a try. I took journalism in high school, so it shouldn't be too bad, right?
I soon learned that this was going to be a hugely difficult task. The prof, although very nice, is so hardcore about what he teaches it's almost frightening! I felt so silly sitting in there, nearly 3 weeks into the quarter, while he ranted and raved about using tape recorders during interviews. Then after class, I had some questions I needed to ask him, and he snaps, "Walk with me." So we leave the classroom...my bag is about falling off my arm and my books are nearly slipping out of my hands....he's talking talking talking....I felt like a little secretary chasing after some big time executive with a notepad, trying to take notes!
Finally he stops and tells me that I need to work hard and blah blah... so I utter a little sheepishly, "So, do I need to be thinking of a topic?" and he replies bluntly, "No, you need to be WRITING it."
ACK! Heart attack. This was my first day in the class and I'm already expected to be writing an article for the upcoming school newspaper! D:
Well....turns out I only need to be writing my leads....but still. I feel so rushed and agonized!
I said to my best friend...Come, let's run away. We can quit school and buy a Volkswagen and bum hitch hike across America, bathe in public bathrooms, and hippy it up without a care in the world.
We decided to wait until summer.
While I have your attention...whoever you may be (if anybody at all), please pay a visit to Free City.
A place for artwork, musica, aspirations, nature, aviator sunglasses, subtle sound effects, and vintage bicycles. The cause is huge. I want a sweatshirt, but the price is outrageous. This could save the world...(yea right, I just like the sweatshirt)
Don't let the opera singer scare you.
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