It has been far too long since my last visit here, but it wasn't by choice. Short version of the story: my faithful laptop wasn't holding it's charge, so it went in for repair. After it came back, dad helped me to load programs back on it...only nothing was working. So it went back. Apparently, VAOI is one of the few brands that 'tattoo' their products so they know what they are, and do not run well if not properly marked. It stayed there for a while, two months to be precise. Ergo, I got an exchange and today walked out with a brand new Toshiba, and have been busy going to sites and checking up on things. Email will have to wait for another day, but at least I'm happy to be able to play on Gaia again.

This summer has turned out to be quite busy. Apart from wedding season, I went to Florida to visit my Granny in the Villages, and to a family reunion in Iowa with my mom and brother. In June I turned 25.

A quarter of a century old already. It prompted me to think of how many things I wanted to do and still had the time (and sometimes money) to do so. I'm not where I want to be, so something has to happen here.

My plans definitely include college, something to do with work skill training, though I have no idea what, and travel. International travel would be a huge bonus.

Well, so long for now. It's getting late.

Ciao.

Yes, you read right...I actually have some new images to put up! Just today I finally got to pick up my rolls of film (6 of them), two of which were dedicated soley to San Francisco. One B&W, one color. Oh, they are gorgeous!

In other news, I am going on vacation soon, to Florida to visit my Granny. I am so excited, as this will be my first airplane trip alone.

Well, got to get those submissions done!

P.S. I have tried and failed to beat Ganondorf 3 times already in Ocarina. I shall try again soon.

It's been ages since I have been here for more than a minute and check my messages. It seems all creativity has been sucked out of me for some reason, but it will come back. It has to, as I am an assistant wedding photographer. People aren't idiots, they can tell when someone doesn't want to be somewhere and is doing a half-baked job.

Just recently I started my own file on Ocarina of Time after watching my brother play Twilight Princess (can I say, the graphics are beyond beautiful!).It has been rewarding and frustrating at the same time, but well worth it.

And as this has taken a priority for me right now, as with any obsession on the back burner, I have looked at fanart by the droves. It's pretty much the only reason I have started to come back more, however pathetic that is.

So sorry to everyone of my friends and watchers....there isn't much of anything to be watched.

Well, I need to sign off and get ready for bed. Ciao.

Edit: Whoot! Just beat Forest temple! What a rush!

Okay, Toonmasta, This is for you. Since you asked me so nicely.


1. Grab the book nearest to you, turn to page 18, and find line 4."Of course. That was the first thing I attended to." A tale of Redwall: Mattimeo

2.Stretch your left arm out as far as you can.
and then…?
Um...okay?

3.What is the last thing you watched on TV?
Jon and Kate Plus 8.

4.Without looking, guess what time it is:
1:23

5.Now look at the clock. What is the actual time?
1:20.

6.With the exception of the computer, what can you hear?
Sweet home Alambama playing on imeem.com. My dad working on his computer.

7.When did you last step outside? What were you doing?
yesterday afternoon to see Mamma Mia!

8.Before you started this survey, what did you look at?
Gaiaonline.com

9.What are you wearing?
Jeans with a buckle, shirt, and socks.

10.Did you dream last night?
I rarely remember dreams.

11.When did you last laugh?
At the movie Mama Mia!

12.What is on the walls of the room you are in?
Wall behind me: nothing, just my bed pushed up against it.
Wall to my right: a bunch of crap I need to organize.


13.Seen anything weird lately?
Not that I can recall.

14.What do you think of this quiz?
Time consuming. I really should be upstairs.

15.What is the last film you saw?
In theaters? You know what it is...I've only mentioned it 2 times already. Next on my list is Dark Knight, however.

16.If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy?
Hmm...first off, I would put a bunch of it into savings, maybe a CD I can't touch for a while. Then, I would be able to buy my dream camera, and help out with renovations for the house. Other than that, I don't know.

17.Tell me something about you that I don't know.
I would love to travel all over the world...except for France. The country doesn't excite me much.

18.If you could change one thing about the world, regardless of guilt or politics, what would you do?
No more heavily scented things, like perfume, lotion, cigarettes, and cigars.

19.Do you like to dance?
I much prefer structured dancing, as my freestyle sucks.

20. George Bush:
He sure has made himself a household name.

21.Imagine your first child is a girl, what do you call her?
Sophie.

22.Imagine your first child is a boy, what do you call him?
Um...that changes day to day. I would consider naming him after my dad, though.

23.Would you ever consider living abroad?
Oh yes, baby!

24.What do you want God to say to you when you reach the pearly gates?
"Welcome home, good and faithful servant!"

There...done! I won't force this on anybody, though.

What is it with titles and me not being able to think of one?

Anywho, I have not been active in some time here. I've been using my time to plan photo sessions for my stock agencies (Istock and shutterstock). It's been slow, but there is something that has me in an obsessive grip.

Easter eggs.

Yes, I know easter is come and gone, but it is relatively easy to work with. It's fun. However, my egg dying skills are a far cry from perfect. Tried using dyes, but a combination of cross contamination of colors (using the same tongs) complicated things. So, I am now going to attempt dying naturally using food. Here is hoping all goes well.

After mastering the dying of eggs in vegetables and fruits, it is on to cupcakes.

That is all that is new to update. Really, I have no social life, aside from church.

Oh, there is one thing new. My nephew is now 1 year and six months, and walking like a maniac. He also adores Hide and seek like games, and hiding behind doors.

He freaking loves to open, close, open close. That extends to drawers, too. Thank God he hasn't discovered banging on pots and pans...that will be fun.

Well, that is all for now.