#Creative Writing Club podcast

[darknightwolves]

October 2023 Goals: Complete!

Terribly sorry for the delay but I do have a perfectly valid reason that actually correlates with one of the goals… I got a job! 🎉 And I really enjoy it so far, but then again it’s only my fifth day today but so far I like it. I get to cook, work alone, and it’s in the early morning so I’m actually back home before 3. But anyway, let’s take a look at the goals for October and how I…

[flygutz]

i’ve decided to go batshit insane in an upwards spiral this upcoming winter

[thefemigirl]

★ Hobbies to Start This Year: Prt 1

Welcome to the first post in a new series talking about hobbies us girls can start this year! You know how easy it is to lose hours scrolling through social media, or caught up with school/work. But what if 2025 became the year you swapped things around for activities that make you smarter, more confident, and undeniably interesting?

This series will introduce you to five categories of hobbies: Mind, Health, Arts & Crafts, Fun, and Money-Making. Today, we’re kicking things off with Mind Hobbies—activities designed to sharpen your intellect, fuel your creativity, and keep your brain busy with curiosity.

▸ Why Choose a Hobby?

Hobbies offer more than a way to pass time; they can help you:

Develop new skills.

Boost confidence and creativity.

Relieve stress and improve mental health.

Connect with like-minded people.

Okay, let's see what Mind Hobbies you can start doing!

1. Reading

Reading isn’t just for school, duh I know—it’s a gateway to new worlds, ideas, and perspectives. You might be interested in a thrilling fantasy like A Court of Thorns and Roses or exploring self-help and non-fiction! Bonus? It’s a screen-free activity that feels like a mental workout while being pure joy. Or be like me who loves using her Kindle!

How to Start: ⋆ Pick a genre you love (fantasy, mystery, romance, etc.). ⋆ Join a book club or follow #BookTok for recommendations. ⋆ Set a goal, like reading one book a month.

2. Writing Poems or Love Letters

I initially thought I wasn't a poem-lover kind of person, but when I actually started trying to write poems, I started to like it more and more. Expressing yourself through writing can be deeply fulfilling. It can be heartfelt love letters to yourself or someone special, or playful poems inspired by your day, writing helps you process emotions and cultivate creativity.

How to Start: ⋆ Research poems online e.g. Google, Tumblr, Pinterest ⋆ Start writing letters to yourself / future-self ⋆ Practice writing poems

3. Learning a New Language

Learning a new language opens up a world of opportunities—from connecting with people in other cultures to boosting your resume~! Apps like Duolingo (for some languages) or free online lessons on YouTube can make it easier to start learning.

How to Start: ⋆ Choose a language you’re passionate about (French, Spanish, or Japanese, perhaps?) ⋆ Dedicate 10–15 minutes daily to practice with an app. ⋆ Explore media in that language, like movies, podcasts, or music.

Best of luck! See you in part 2!

[cyberclouddream]

What Recharges or Motivates Us

What to do if you feel unmotivated or drained. Based primarily on Sun placements, but can also apply to Venus, Mars, or Jupiter if strong, along with Chart Ruler. Also look for the houses where you have Aries [ inspiration ], Taurus [ comfort ], Scorpio [ rebirth ], and Sagittarius [ adventure ].

Through the Signs

Aries

- engage in a competitive activity, like sports or games that gets your blood pumping

- tackle a quick, challenging task, like a workout, difficult puzzle, hiking, cycling, or running

- spend more time in the sun and other natural light, like candles or bonfires

- leading others, like leading a group project or initiative

- take a spontaneous trip or adventure, exploring nearby towns or new places

- do a hands-on activity, like a DIY or home improvement project

- take a class or workshop you always wanted to try, like pottery, cooking, or dancing

- engaging in activities that remind you of your childhood

More Ideas: try extreme sports like rock climbing or bungee jumping; pack a bag and take a road trip with a specific destination; set up a friendly competition like a race or game; create a playlist that represents your personal anthem; join a public speaking/Toastmakers club or open-mic events; try a martial arts class, parkour, or fire dancing

Taurus

- spend time outdoors in nature, through hiking, gardening, or simply relaxing

- indulge in sensory experiences, through cooking your favorite meal, taking a bath, or lighting aromatic candles

- treat yourself to a self-care day, like a massage, facial, or luxurious bath to reconnect with the body

- rearranging or redecorating your safe space, like adding plants or artwork

- listen to music, like uplifting or calming tunes that boost your mood or energy

- engage in creative hobbies, like painting, pottery, or crafting

- cooking or baking, since the process of preparing food can be therapeutic or satisfying to them

- gentle forms of physical movement, like yoga, dancing, or tai chi

- mindfulness practices, like meditation or deep breathing

- spending quality time with loved ones, like close friends, family, or animal companions

More Ideas: visit a local farmer’s market, experiment with cooking a new cuisine; take a worship in pottery or candle-making; host a wine and cheese testing; visit local artisan shops or craft markets; explore local flora or take up a nature identification project; host a themed dinner party; use more vibrant colors, fragrant herbs, or unique textures when cooking

Gemini

- organize a gathering with friends or participate in a social event

- explore new ideas, through trying a new book, podcast, or documentary

- plan a short trip or spontaneous outing to a new location

- participate in group activities, like joining a club, workshop, or class, like a writing group, art class, or dance lesson

- trying different hobbies, like crafting or playing a musical instrument

- take a short social media break, to calm mental chatter and focus on more fulfilling tasks

- host a themed movie or game night, like inviting friends over for a movie marathon or game night to combine entertainment with socializing

- try guided meditations

More Ideas: take a quick-paced online course on a random subject that interests them; join an improv class; go on a themed trip, like visiting a historical landmark or art installations; write a short story or poem based on a random word generator; host an online discussion group on an eclectic topic; try VR experiences that offer adventure or learning opportunities; host a trivia night; create a collaborative story where others contribute paragraphs; participate in a flash mob; join a local debate club

Cancer

- spend time at home or in a cozy and comforting environment, and even declutter or redecorate

- engage in nurturing activities, like cooking a favorite meal or baking something comforting

- spend quality time with family or close friends

- practice self-care routines, like taking a long bath, practicing skincare, or enjoying a good book

- artistic outlets, like painting, crafting, or writing

- nature walks, especially near water, like lakes, rivers, or the ocean

- journal, to write down thoughts or feelings to help bring clarity to process emotions

- volunteer or help others, since acts of kindness are fulfilling

More Ideas: curate a playlist that represents current feelings and listen to it while journaling; setup a home sanctuary with blankets, pillows, or favorite items; try art therapy as a form of emotional expression; create a scrapbook or photo album full of cherished memories; cook a dish from childhood; host a memory sharing night with friends or family; create a comfort box with things like favorite books, scented candles, photos, or treats; plant a healing garden

Leo

- expressing through art, like painting, dancing, or acting

- host a social gathering, like organizing a party or get-together with friends, since they like being the center of attention and sharing their energy

- engage in a physical activity, like a fun workout, dance class, or group fitness session

- pamper yourself, like having a spa day, try a new hairstyle, or going shopping to make your feel great

- leading a project at work or a group setting

- surrounding themselves with positivity, like curating a playlist or watching uplifting movies

- trying a new hobby that challenges them, like photography, writing, or playing an instrument

- connecting with nature, like a botanical garden or beach

- practicing gratitude, like writing down things they appreciate

More Ideas: dress up as a favorite character or icon for the day; write a personal manifesto of their goals, dreams, and values; host a talent show with friends and family; volunteer to mentor others and share skills; have a solo dance party at home or wherever they feel free, like nature; enroll in local acting or improv class; create a personal website; plan a photoshoot; attend a live performance; establish a celebration ritual for achievements big or small

Virgo

- spend time tidying up, like cleaning and organizing their environment

- going for a nature walk or hike, to ground and reconnect with surroundings

- create a to-do list, like writing down tasks and goals to have a clear plan

- try a craft or DIY project, like gardening, artisan crafts, or home improvement

- cook a healthy and nourishing me that focuses on healthy ingredients

- taking a break from screens and social media to reduce mental chatter and focus on priorities and passions

- read for pleasure, like a book or audiobook, listening to a story that can provide an escape and stimulate the mind

- volunteer or help others, like community service or lending a hand to someone in need

- practice self-care, like a bath, yoga, or quiet evening with a favorite movie to recharge emotional and physical energy

More Ideas: create a personal wellness day with yoga, healthy cooking, and meditation; go outside and journal about the sights, sounds, and feelings they experience in nature; organize a workshop where everyone teaches each other something they’re good at; craft a detailed vision board outlining goals and aspirations; organize or join a nature clean-up event; join a book club; attend a cooking class

Libra

- cultivate aesthetic spaces, like redecorate or rearrange a living space to create a more visually pleasing environment

- spend time with friends or loved ones

- visit art galleries or museums to immerse in art or culture

- practice self-care like a spa treatment or skincare ritual

- try yoga or pilates

- listen to uplifting music, like creating a playlist of favorite songs or explore new genres

- try hands-on creative activities, like painting, crafting, or fashion design

- ensuring they have a balance of social time and solitude to recharge effectively

- seek out beauty and inspiration, like botanical gardens, floral shops, or scenic views

More Ideas: curate a playlist that evokes peace and balance while engaging in calming activities; host a themed potluck dinner where everyone brings dishes from different cultures; explore Feng Shui and rearrange living space based on the principles; color mandala designs or use adult coloring books; participate in a dance class like salsa or ballroom; join or create a group where people discuss philosophical ideas, art, and ethics; spend a week experimenting with different fashion styles

Scorpio

- engage in intense workouts, like martial arts, kickboxing, or dance

- try self-reflection through journaling or meditation

- connect with nature, especially near water

- transforming their space to reflect their current emotional state or desires

- engage in creative outlets like painting, writing poetry, or playing music

- incorporate mindfulness practices, like deep breathing or yoga to center themselves

- delve into mystical practices, line astrology, tarot, numerology, divination, or the craft

- plan a personal retreat, like a weekend getaway or a day of solitude at home

- volunteer for causes they care about, like community service or activism that aligns with values

More Ideas: try shadow work journaling about fears, desires, and emotions to explore depths of psyche; stimulate senses through aromatherapy, candle-making, or visiting a sensory deprivation tank; create a mystery box full of random things and challenge themselves to craft a story or project around items; take a weekend away to a secluded location for introspection and reconnecting with themselves; explore darker-themed artists or galleries; create a personal tarot deck; try intuitive cooking, as in without strict recipes

Sagittarius

- plan a spontaneous trip, like a weekend getaway or a trip to a nearby city or nature spot

- engage in outdoor activities, like hiking, biking, or camping

- attend workshops or classes, such as cooking, art, or philosophy

- connect with different cultures, like cultural events, festivals, or cuisine

- read inspirational books, like travel, philosophy, or personal growth

- join a social group or club that focus on their interests, such as travel clubs or book clubs

- practice gratitude to reflect on things they appreciate to reignite enthusiasm

- engage in physical activities, like yoga, dance, or team sports

- attend lectures, seminars, or discussions on topics that interest them

- take a digital detox to unplug and reconnect with themselves

More Ideas: start a travel journal documenting last adventures and future dreams; choose a random topic or skill to learn, like a new language or dance style; visit a cultural museum, theater, or festival to immerse in new perspectives and experiences; create a bucket list; create an accountability group; start a nature journal that documents observations about nature, seasons, and personal reflections during walks or hikes; join an outdoor adventure group; start a travel blog or vlog; participate in a poetry or storytelling night

Capricorn

- set new goals, like reassessing personal or professional goals and create a clear plan to achieve them

- engage in physical exercise, participate in strength training, running, or hiking

- tidy up living or workspaces, since they appreciate order

- connect with nature, like taking a walk in the park or hike in the mountains

- establish a routine that includes time for work, self-care, and leisure

- network and build connections, like attending professional network events or social gatherings, to open new doors and inspire ambition

- prioritize self-care activities, like massages, spa days, or quiet evenings at home

- learn a new skill or hobby, through cooking, a new language, or musical instrument

More Ideas: set up a structured personal challenge, like a month-long fitness routine; take an unconventional course in a field of interest outside career path; create a detailed vision board of long-term goals; create a personal development podcast about self-improvement, productivity, or career tips; delve into ancient philosophies [ like stoicism ] or classic literature that resonates with values; try minimalist living for a week

Aquarius

- try innovative projects, through art, writing, or technology

- explore new ideas, through reading books or articles on unconventional topics, science, or philosophy

- participate in social activism or community service

- connect with like-minded individuals, like joining groups or forums that align with interests

- take time alone to reflect and recharge to renew motivation

- try new experiences, like new acting, foods, or adventures, which can invigorate curiosity

- experiment with technology, like new gadgets or apps

- spend time in nature, like hiking, bike riding, or a picnic in a park

- practice mindfulness techniques or meditation to calm busy mind

- create a vision board with goals and aspirations to visual dreams

More Ideas: brainstorm creative solutions to social issues or personal projects; explore workshops on unusual topics, like improv, urban foraging, or alternative therapies; conduct a social experiment, like “random acts of kindness” challenges to explore human connection in a unique way; join hackathons or creative meetups that focus in technology or social change; use VR technology to explore new worlds or experiences

Pisces

- try artistic pursuits, like painting, drawing, writing, or playing music

- practice mindfulness meditation to center themselves

- spend time near water, whether it’s the ocean, a lake, or a river

- volunteer for a cause, like community service or supporting a cause they care about

- create a dream or aspirations journal to process emotions and thoughts

- immerse in music that resonates with their mood or inspires them

- explore spiritual practices, like yoga, tarot reading, rituals, or belief systems

- surround themselves with beauty, like creating a peaceful or aesthetically pleasing environment; add plants, soft lighting, or artwork

- spend time with loved ones, and share thoughts or feelings to provide emotional support

- take a break from routine and allow for spontaneity, whether it’s a day trip, new hobby, or an adventure

More Ideas: write a short story or poem based on their dreams or fantasies; partner with other artists or creatives to collaborate in a project to blend imagination with others; join a meditation or spiritual group to share experiences; try underwater exploration, like snorkeling or scuba diving; attend a sound bath session; volunteer at an animal shelter or sanctuary; create a collaborative playlist where friends can contribute; start a book swap; participate in a poetry slam

Through the Houses

First House

- focus in self-care and personal expression; engage in activities that boost self-esteem; exploring their identity; setting personal goals, establish limits that honor personal needs; explore personal interests and passions; find authentic ways to express themselves

Second House

- explore what they value most in life; educate and reassess financial priorities; find creative ways to utilize resources; ensure life choices align with core values; declutter material possessions; explore new income sources; cultivate gratitude for resources; work towards greater financial autonomy

Third House

- enhance communication skills like increasing active listening skills; build local connections; expand knowledge and explore new ideas; engage in stimulating conversations like knowledge exchange; embrace curiosity more; engage in puzzles, games, or brain-training exercises; blog or write to communicate thoughts, feelings, and ideas

Fourth House

- nurture family relationships; create a supportive home environment like understanding and improving family relationships; reflect on emotional foundations; connect with heritage and traditions; find comfort in solitude; design a space that promotes peace and comfort

Fifth House

- embrace creativity and self-expression; build or deepen romantic connections; explore leisure activities; try hobbies that excite them; focus on seeking joy and playfulness; explore various forms of artistic expression; reconnect with their inner child and joyful nostalgic experiences

Sixth House

- address stress and well-being; find satisfaction at work; engage in acts of service that contributes to well-being; find efficient ways to manage daily tasks; more regular exercise and nutritious meals; focus on quality good and being present while you’re eating food; create boundaries to avoid burnout; incorporate more self-care routines; gratitude journaling; integrate more therapies like acupuncture, massages, or aromatherapy

Seventh House

- foster open communication; strengthen personal relationships; navigate conflicts more constructively; build new partnerships; set shared objectives for growth in partnerships; engage in projects that require teamwork; engage in community more like clubs or community activities; practice gratitude for relationships; balance give and take in all types of relationships

Eighth House

- address fears and desires; explore intimacy and vulnerability; embrace personal transformation; let go of old patterns; delve into unknown aspects of life like psychology and spirituality; understand the importance of collaboration with shared resources

Ninth House

- explore different cultures, philosophies, or spiritual practices; question beliefs and values; pursue higher education or spiritual growth; plan traveling; define long-term goals; join discussion groups

Tenth House

- define career aspirations; reflect achievements and legacy; explore networking opportunities; enhance public image; seek leadership opportunities; cultivate leadership skills and confidence; consider what they can contribute to society;

Eleventh House

- nurture friendships and social connections; purse collective goals; connect with others with shared ideals and visions; engage in community involvement; work with friends on common goals; strengthen ties with friends and like-minded individuals; visualize future aspirations and dreams

Twelfth House

- explore spirituality; reflect on subconscious influences; address emotional healing; engage in solitude for introspection; focus on cultivating creativity and imagination; incorporate rituals or meditative practices into routine; address past traumas and emotional baggage; explore dreams through recording them; cultivate a compassionate mindset that acknowledges shared struggles and fosters a sense of community; find healthy outlets for emotional release, like through movement, art, or conversation

[astroismypassion]

✨PART OF FORTUNE IN SIGNS AND HOUSES SERIES: 3RD HOUSE✨

Credit goes to astrology blog @astroismypassion

I'm continuing with asteroid Part of Fortune series in signs and houses. Next one is in the 3rd house. Asteroid POF shows how you build material wealth, how you feel abundant and even around which people you feel the wealthiest or the most abundant.😀

PART OF FORTUNE IN ARIES IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Aries and Gemini Sun people in your life. You create wealth by journaling your goals down, writing it on paper, when you come up with new, fresh ideas that have a niche for something. You are most abundant when you make new close friends, but also low key when you are able to outperform them a little bit. You are abundant when you have friends that you can learn from, friends that make you ambitious and driven. You need new starts in thinking, expressing your opinion, ideas, beliefs.

PART OF FORTUNE IN TAURUS IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You could discover abundance by preparing meal plans for others or even writing your own recipes or put a twist on them. You feel the wealthiest when you have Taurus and Gemini Sun people in your life. You may also earn money by giving financial advice or how to budget. You are very organised when it comes to your finances and it comes more naturally to you than other people. You can also prepare an enjoyable fitness plan or workout plan that isn't restrictive for those around you.

PART OF FORTUNE IN GEMINI IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Gemini Sun people in your life. You are tthe wealthiest when you have lots of friends that you learn from (but also teach them) and when you belong to different friendgroups. You could attract wealth by talking, having a social media account about teaching people when the new interesting spots in your neighbourhood, local town are, because you sure know the best ones!

PART OF FORTUNE IN CANCER IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Cancer and Gemini Sun people in your life. They literally bring wealth to your life. You could give advice on parent child relationships, you may also be an excellent tutor, teacher to elementary and high school kids, even children. You may be excellent at writing a children's story. You could also attract wealth by talking, speaking about your family, since you have very interesting home life with lots of adventures. You receive wealth from your mother or a female sibling, cousin.

PART OF FORTUNE IN LEO IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Leo and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via life couching, joining politics, with public relations, speaking, marketing, web design, making posters, content for others. You could earn money with videography, daily blog, because you have an exciting life. You might also start a platform for other people and helping them discover their vocation, profession or introducing everything it take to become an event planner, producer etc., basically showcasing which steps you need to take.

PART OF FORTUNE IN VIRGO IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Virgo and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via tutoring, helping others with home chores, home work, selling e-books, pdfs, selling your study notes, starting a podcast. Another placement that is great for introducing your profession to other people.

PART OF FORTUNE IN LIBRA IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Libra and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via translation, speaking or using foreign language at work, for your job, starting a business with a sibling, having a social media platform. You may start your own book club and make money through it. You could write reviews on resturants in your local city. You are good at finding a sponsor for your activities or selling something creative that you make and enjoy doing.

PART OF FORTUNE IN SCORPIO IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Scorpio and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via writing erotica (shocker I know, but you definitely have writer potential), talking about mental health. You would be able to write profound blog posts about astrology, tarot. You can give great advice on counselling, be an intimacy coach or a sex educator, relationships expert.

PART OF FORTUNE IN SAGITTARIUS IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Sagittarius and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via furthering your education, taking a course on something, learning a new language, expanding formal and non-formal education, teaching elementary and high school kids and helping them with homework. Ahh your stories are very inspiring to people, even just hear about your past life experience.

PART OF FORTUNE IN CAPRICORN IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Capricorn and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via publish research papers, e-books. Also, take your parents' advice more often, they could introduce you to a money making opportunity. You can give great advice on parent child relationships or write a guide or a self help book for those in need.

PART OF FORTUNE IN AQUARIUS IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Aquarius and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via online, social media, via friends (because they tell you about job opportunities the moment when you need it the most), having an online small business, selling bracelets, earrings, necklaces. You are abundant when you discover a niche in your field of interest. You have a higher chance of finding a sponsor for your activities.

PART OF FORTUNE IN PISCES IN THE 3RD HOUSE

You feel the most abundant when you have Pisces and Gemini Sun people in your life. You make money via tarot, selling your poetry, writings, marketing, doing fotography for someone or audio production, video editing. You feel abundant near a body of water, taking frequent showers, making a difference in other people’s lives, selling your ideas or advice.

Credit goes to astrology blog @astroismypassion

[acepodcastweek]

2023 Ace Week Fiction Podcast Fan Event (October 22nd-28th)

October 22nd to October 28th 2023 is ace week, and fiction podcasts are a great medium to be asexual.

Prompts

Sunday, 22nd October

Ace of Spades | Realisation/Acceptance

Monday, 23rd October

Cake & Garlic Bread | Invisible/Seen

Tuesday, 24th October

Ace of Diamonds | Effort/Rest

Wednesday, 25th October

Space Ace | Past/Future

Thursday, 26th October

Ace of Hearts | Isolation/Connection

Friday, 27th October

Dragons | Divergence/Diversity

Saturday, 28th October

Ace of Clubs | Mourning/Celebration

More information on each list is available here.

How does this work?

I've made up two lists of daily prompts, above, to get you started. Using them is encouraged but entirely optional, and you may do as many or as few as you'd like. One per day is great, and one in one week also great. You can pick and mix, stick with one list, do both, or even just do your own thing entirely.

You can start working on them any time from right now up until during ace week, but if you're comfortable sharing them be sure to schedule or save them for the date and either @ me here at @acepodcastweek, or tag them with #ace podcast week, which I'll check daily up until November 1st.

You can join in by:

Creating art of any kind: visual, baking, music, etc

Writing fanfic

Doing poetry

Media analysis

Making recommendation lists

Holding polls

Highlighting creators

Sharing headcanons

And whatever else might strike your fancy.

Whether you want to dote on (or, let's be real, torment) your favourite ace characters, help other people find new shows they'd like, show the creative teams behind these works your appreciation, flex your brain creatively, just think it'd be interesting, or any other one of a myriad reasons, you're welcome to give it a go.

Image descriptions for visual art are not mandatory, but are strongly encouraged.

Creator Featurettes

Podcast creators and contributors who are acespec or have acespec characters are very welcome to put together little features of their characters and/or projects in advance of (or during) the week, which I'll reblog here.

Resources

There are many acespec characters in audio fiction, and I've attached two lists below to get you started.

Questions & Queries

If you have any questions, concerns, ideas, or anything else in that realm, get in touch with me here. You can drop them in the comments, my DMs, or send me an ask. Is there something I could be doing better? Let me know!

If you run any kind of community group or are a creator and would like to run a podcast ace week event, go for it. I sure don't have exclusive rights, and would welcome the company. If you let me know, I'll even promo it.

A list of asked and anticipated questions can be found here, and will be updated as additional questions are asked.

[lifegoeson-wecarryon]

A rereading of Carry On, by an amnesiac: Log 2

(Or, I guess, ARROCOBAA. Chapter 3-4)

I’m Jace— though I used to go by Simon, largely due to how much this book meant to me when I needed it most. But due to amnesia, I forgot everything about it— so now I’m reading it all over again. This is the second part of my thoughts log while reading.

Log 1 | Previous Log | Next Log

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Healing is a long process, and my first log was 20 days ago. And that’s okay— this isn’t something I should be rushing anyway. It took a while, but I’m ready for the next chapter. These are a bit more scattered thoughts than last time.

Chapter 3: Simon

I do not mention it here, but CW Car Crash for those reading along.

The way Simon was talking about Candle in the wind made me spit my drink out— and it was worse by the implications of it setting on fire! I don’t even have one, but that’s terrifying!

I had no idea Simon gets kidnapped much less in CHAPTER 3? And why is the goblin singing Elton John? Is this implying Elton John is goblincore?

Simon makes everything about Baz somehow. I thought his obsessiveness was a fandom designated trait since that’s just how fandoms treat some ships, but MAN. DOWN BAD AND IN DENIAL!!!! But also me too, I would love to be Simon and have Baz start speaking to me in French….

Simon just casually decapitating a goblin in one sentence, no big deal. Taking a sec to shill the podcast Inn Between, I am thinking about it because that’s how the inn there was named, haha. If you like found family, DND, and queer main characters, go check it out.

Simon not knowing how to drive is actually real. I’m 24 and still don’t have a license.

I don’t know Simon, the mage has got a point for once. Regional slang is important, I’d be damned if I wasn’t allowed to talk about my jojo fries or grabbin some steamer or a little jimmy. But that is not to say, eating people and regional slang are equal issues! One may be more important than the other!

Ebb mention :) Love how it’s a little lore drop but also ebb crumb :) I sure do hope nothing bad happens to her :)

I remember now, back in high school. I would write Carry On fan fiction for creative writing club, and my instructor would get so excited by names like Crowley, Merlin, Methuselah, stuff like that. And I would just sit here like “they just say this normally in the book why are you praising me for mentioning these people😭” But he was just really excited over literature.

Is this the first time we actually meet Penny in person? I love her so much already. We love a snarky best friend that will tell you the truth straight up.

Elspeth mention! I think she was in one of my fanfic series where I shoved a lot of background characters in there to give them some attention. Congratulations for your perfect attendance, sorry for the interruption!

It’s unlisted now, but I made a book trailer for Carry On for class way back in the day. I remember it now because I threw in the scene here, where Penny was mad at Trixie for coming back. Her dynamic with her was always really funny to me, I wish we could have seen it explored more.

The Humdrum looks like the 11 year old version of Simon, does this mean that it’s supposed to represent his childhood, somehow?

The chapter ends on that little lore drop that brings about my million dollar question.

Chapter 4: Penelope

Our first chapter without Simon, featuring Penny! I love that for her, but it already looks short.

She cares about him so much and that much shows from her perspective, though his state also worrying to me… every autumn he came back like that? No wonder, the mage never even attempts to care for him. I’d like the idea of a little AU where Penny does run off with Simon and get that flat in Anchorage— or Casablanca, or Prague. Wherever it is, it feels like a cute little slice of life. I’m not sure if she means they would live to see the far end 19-20 years old, or 2019-2020. For their sake, I hope it’s not 2020, haha.

But as much as she is willing to run away, I’m glad she also recognizes his importance other world… sadly. But, and this may be an uncommon take, what obligation does he have to save this world in the first place? I’m not sure if he would pose the question himself, with his reluctant devotion to the great mage.

· · ──── ⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅ ──── · ·

I think ending it here is good. We got a few lore drops, a few surfaced questions, and I feel more at ease getting further. I don’t think it’s gonna take another 20 days for the next log to come out, but I can’t make any promises. Once again, if you made it this far, thank you for listening. I hope that if you’re trying to heal, you find a way that works for you— like revisiting a beloved book is for me.

[nenelonomh]

the bucket list

✧. ┊ philosophy club (my school has one)

✧. ┊ music: piano, guitar, singing

✧. ┊ sports: karate, volleyball, netball, long distance running, dance

✧. ┊ peer tutoring

✧. ┊ robotics club, book club, chess club, engineering club, esports club, board games club

✧. ┊ start a business (?)

✧. ┊ misc hobbies: photography, coding

✧. ┊ spanish culture club (again, my school)

✧. ┊ be a student leader, write a school paper

✧. ┊ get back into creative writing

✧. ┊ card games

✧. ┊ maximise nutrition, culinary arts

✧. ┊ yoga (?), pilates (?)

✧. ┊ astronomy, sign language,

✧. ┊ start a podcast, make a youtube video/channel

✧. ┊ gardening, knitting/crocheting, diy projects

✧. ┊ get my first-aid certificate

✧. ┊ travel overseas

✧. ┊ try some type of extreme sport

✧. ┊ learn how to speak a new language FLUENTLY

✧. ┊ look after someone else's pet (like dogsitting)

[lowkeyrobin]

OH MY GOD I FORGOT ABOUT MY GHOSTBUSTERS PHASE AND YET AGAIN IM BACK 😼

could you maybe do ghostbusters with of what kinda after school clubs you would have imagined they did ???

-🫐 i ADMIRE ur work ur so awesomesauce

HIII POOKIEEE I MISSED YOU!! ; AND TYSM 🫶🫶🫶🫶 ; but ofc I can do that, no worries!! ; thanks for requesting, hope you enjoy!

GHOSTBUSTERS ; school clubs

includes ; trevor, phoebe, podcast, & lucky

warnings ; language

masterlist

TREVOR

e-sports

he's a gaming god

he honestly gives off mario kart god vibes

and he'd smash the other competing schools to the ground

trust

he tries to get you to join too

PHOEBE

chess club

I mean come on???

she loves the challenge of some of the pros in there

its fun and lowkey therapeutic for her

she loves the people in there too

hashtag besties

PODCAST

foreign language club

he's fluent in English and Korean

and there's a Korean class/club so he helps with speaking in proper tone and helping tutoring people a bit

he gets pbis points for it, so...

(pbis is some school website thing where students can get points and then rewards for good behavior and stuff)

LUCKY

creative writing club

she looks like she'd be a writer in another life

it's just a fun outlet for her and stuff

she loves challenging her writing skills and seeing what she can come up with

and she loves seeing what others have come up with too :)

[zethsdumpster]

More at midnight au

did y'all see that official picture of Ace and Luffy for the radio show? yeah

Whitebeard (&co) worked at a radio station till Akainu (&Teach) fucked them over and Whitebeard decided to go -let´s see what are the youngsters into these days- and it's gonna end up growing from podcast to vtubers or sth

Whitebeard's crew becomes so popular people are begging for them to do those podcast videos but ofc Whitebeard won't make them reveal their faces so those who aren't comfortable doing so end up getting vsonas lmao Ace, to whoever is making the characters: make them look super cool

Ichiji has insomnia and Ace's narcolepsy also fucks up his schedule so his talk shows tend to be quite late at night and Ichiji always listens to his shows .... He's just a big fan of Ace's voice and the wide variety of topics present on his shows....

Deuce is Ace's writer At some point Ace and his team get in trouble for no reason (and by no reason I mean Akainu is being difficult cuz he doesn't like them) so they stop working at the radio station and Ichiji is distraught until he finds Whitebeard now has a podcast channel...

Ichiji doesn't know it but he's closer to Ace than he thinks

He and Deuce grew up in the same social circles so they've been friends since forever (went through an edgy phase together lmao) and Deuce has been besties with Ace since they became roomies at college (after Deuce was disowned for dropping med school in favour of creative writing)

And on top of that Yonji is dating Sabo (they attend the same mixed martial arts club/class)

And Sanji is also besties with Luffy

It's nothing less than divine intervention that he hasn't met Ace because they have a lot of people in common

Ps, Ace is studying veterinary while Ichiji is studying anthropology (Robin is his tutor) Sabo is in law school and Yonji is in robotics with Niji (Franky is their fav teacher)

Ichiji ends up meeting Ace through his internship at the closest vet, Ace might be specializing in working with big animals but he also has to learn to deal with the small ones Nyasha gets sick and Ichiji takes her to the vet, where Ace assists them Ichiji is internally panicking because he knows that voice...

Ace is happy to know that Ichiji enjoys listening to him and that he helps with his insomnia, so ofc he asks him about his favourite shows Ichiji will never admit that it´s the Valentine´s events so he says sth random

Ichiji stick his foot all the way in his mouth like “have you ever considered doing ASMR I hear it’s trendy” and then the next episode he regrets it so much because Ace is just whispering in his ear -> worst thing is that Ace thanks "Red"'s suggestion and Ichiji wants to throw himself off the balcony

Now let me add the lemon:

has Ichiji jacked off to Ace´s voice? Hint: the answer isn´t no

what better use of Judge's money than paying for access to "spicy" audios that Ace has in the Patreon

some involve Ace saying dumb pic-up lines and Ichiji "hates" that Ace makes those bad pick-up lines work

and it's lines someone else has already tried on him and it very much did not work then but now... from Ace...

Ace trying to see if can make Ichiji come with just his voice Spoiler: he probably can

Ichiji cockwarming Ace while he's doing a live...

[cryptgrrrl]

About The Blogger

Stats:

🦇Name: Cryptgrrrl

🦇 Gender: Cis-female

🦇 Sexuality: pansexual possibly Demi sexual? (I'm still figuring it out)

🦇Age: 25

🦇Location: Texas

🦇 Political ideology: leaning towards anarchist (don't ask me about it I need to read more into it)

🦇Birthday: 03/05

🦇Big three: Pisces 🌞 Libra🌙 Virgo 👆🏻

🦇(MBTI): INFP

🦇 Ethnicity: Mexican

🦇 Height: 5'0"

🦇 Diagnosis:

Schizoaffective disorder, ADHD,

🦇 Disabilities/Handicap: Left arm is paralyzed due to major stroke.

Favorites & Interests

🦇 Favorite Horror Movie: Halloween (1978), Nosferatu 2024, The Hunger 1983

🦇 Favorite Book: The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson, The Tropic of Cancer by Henry Miller, The Passion According to G.H by Clarice Lispector

🦇 Favorite Music: Lana Del Rey, Slayer, The Cure, Black Flag

🦇 Favorite Color: Black, Pink, Violet, Indigo,

🦇 Favorite Holiday: Halloween 🎃 (duh!)

🦇 Favorite Season: Autumn 🍂

🦇 Dream Travel Destination: Transylvania, Salem, or Scotland

Personal Quirks

🦇 I'm painfully shy and awkward

🦇 Favorite Animal: Cats, Dogs, Bunnies

🦇 Fun Fact: I'm working on starting a spooky podcast called Shadows and Curiosities, I'm writing a Gothic horror novel

🦇 Hobby You Love: Collecting candles, reading, watching movies, writing poetry and novels

Aesthetic & Vibe

🦇 Core Aesthetic: Romantic goth/trad goth, whimsigothic, dark academia, punk rock vibes

🦇 Moodboard: Haunted forests, moonlit nights, vintage Ouija boards, and lace gloves.

🦇 Favorite Quote: "When you have insomnia...you're never really awake and you're never really asleep" - Fight Club

Random

🦇 Favorite Food: any kind of pasta 🍝

🦇 Favorite Drink: Cabernet Sauvignon🍷 or a vodka Red Bull

🦇 Fears: I still have a slight fear of the dark 🙈

Lifestyle

🦇 Sleep Schedule: Basically nocturnal—my best ideas come after midnight.

🦇 Love Language: Words of affirmation and quality time.

🦇 Go-To Comfort: Curling up with a blanket, a good book, and a glass of wine.

🦇 Daily Ritual: Lighting candles and journaling by moonlight.

Creative Projects

🦇 Dream Goal: Write a gothic novel or create an award-winning horror podcast.

🦇 Current Obsession: Nosferatu (2024)

🦇 Writing Style: Dark, poetic, and dripping with atmosphere

Pop Culture Loves

🦇 Favorite TV Shows: Game of Thrones/House of The Dragon, What We Do In The Shadows, AMC's Interview with The Vampire

🦇 Favorite Video Game: The Sims 4, any Doom game, Cyberpunk 2077

Random Oddities

🦇 Favorite Characters: Wednesday Addams, Lestat de Lioncourt, Nancy Downs

🦇 Favorite Villains: Jennifer Check, Dracula, Maleficent, Maxine, Pearl

Spooky Beliefs

🦇 Belief in Ghosts?: Absolutely. I've had my share of paranormal experiences

🦇 Astrology Obsession?: I'm a big astrology hoe, I blame it on my Pisces energy.

🦇 Weirdest Fear: Being stuck in a mirror dimension.

🦇 Guilty Pleasure: Cheesy 80s horror movies and overly sweet cocktails.

[darknightwolves]

Episode 156: It Is Time For Us To Part Ways | Creative Writing Club

https://youtu.be/KGW0uloYvBU The time has officially come. It was a fun 4 years together but alas, our time together has come to an end. Details on my departure and and plans moving forward can be listened to in the episode but in general, to sum it up, I got bored with podcasting and had even begun to despise it. This will be the last official episode you will see of the podcast. As for the…

[dark-rx]

Ask Me Anything (Dark-RX Clean Version)

1–25: General & Personal

What’s one thing you wish more people knew about you?

What’s your go-to way of introducing yourself to someone new?

Do you have a life motto or a personal mantra? What is it?

Where did you grow up, and how do you feel about your hometown now?

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

What’s your favorite day of the week and why?

If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be?

What’s your biggest pet peeve?

Do you prefer big city life or the quiet countryside? Why?

What’s your favorite type of weather and how does it affect your mood?

What’s the last thing that made you laugh uncontrollably?

Do you have any weird talents or party tricks?

What’s your favorite childhood memory?

If you could relive any age of your life, which would you choose and why?

What’s the hardest lesson you’ve learned so far in life?

Which fictional character do you relate to the most?

What’s a goal you’re working on right now?

What’s your proudest accomplishment to date?

Which family member are you closest to, and why?

What’s something you want to learn or become better at this year?

If you could master a musical instrument overnight, which one would it be?

Do you have any nicknames, and what’s the story behind them?

What’s your zodiac sign, and do you relate to it?

What’s something you wish you could tell your younger self?

Are you more of an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert?

26–50: Hobbies & Interests

What’s a hobby you’ve recently picked up?

Do you have a favorite board or card game?

Are you into any sports or fitness activities? Which ones?

What’s a skill you’ve secretly always wanted to learn?

What’s one hobby you’d love to turn into a career (if you haven’t already)?

Do you prefer reading physical books or using an e-reader/tablet?

What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever collected—or wanted to collect?

Who is your all-time favorite author or poet?

Have you ever tried creative writing? If so, what do you like to write about?

What’s your favorite way to unwind after a stressful day?

What’s your current obsession—TV show, podcast, video game, or something else?

Do you prefer cozy nights in or exciting nights out?

Are you a crafty person? What’s your favorite craft project so far?

Which outdoor activity do you enjoy the most?

Do you like to cook or bake? Any specialty dish you’re proud of?

Have you ever tried cosplay or dressing up for conventions?

What’s a weird or unusual hobby you find fascinating?

If you had unlimited free time, how would you spend it?

Are there any clubs or groups you’re part of (online or offline)?

What’s your favorite genre of music? Do you have a favorite artist/band?

Do you play any musical instruments? If not, which one would you try first?

What’s your favorite museum you’ve ever visited?

Do you prefer solitary hobbies or group activities?

What’s a movie or show you’ve watched recently that you’d recommend?

What are your top three must-visit websites or apps?

51–75: Daily Life & Routines

What does your typical morning routine look like?

How do you usually wind down before bed?

What’s your favorite type of breakfast food?

Are you a planner or do you prefer being spontaneous?

How many hours of sleep do you usually get?

Do you drink coffee, tea, or neither?

What’s your go-to work or study playlist genre?

Do you have a daily or weekly ritual that you never skip?

Are you more productive in the morning, afternoon, or at night?

What’s a day in your life typically like? Give a quick rundown.

How do you keep track of appointments, tasks, or events?

What’s one part of your daily routine you wish you could change?

Do you consider yourself a multitasker, or do you prefer focusing on one thing at a time?

What’s your favorite chore to do? Least favorite?

Do you listen to music or podcasts when you do chores/housework?

How often do you try to incorporate exercise or movement into your day?

What’s your favorite way to take a break when you’re working or studying?

How do you deal with procrastination? Any tips or tricks?

Do you have a dedicated workspace, or do you like to work anywhere?

How often do you treat yourself to something special?

What’s your favorite self-care method?

What do you do when you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed?

Are you neat and organized or comfortably messy?

Do you keep a journal or diary of any sort?

What’s your favorite thing about your daily routine?

76–100: Pop Culture & Media

What’s your favorite movie of all time?

Which TV series can you binge-watch over and over again?

Do you prefer watching shows weekly or waiting to binge them all at once?

What’s the most memorable concert or live performance you’ve attended?

Do you watch reality TV? If so, which show is your guilty pleasure?

Which actor/actress would you cast to play you in a movie about your life?

What’s your favorite music streaming platform and why?

Which social media platform do you use the most?

What’s your favorite viral internet trend or meme from the past year?

Are you into true crime shows, documentaries, or podcasts?

Do you remember the first album or single you ever bought?

Which fictional world would you most like to live in?

Do you prefer long-form TV series, short web series, or movies?

What’s a classic movie you think everyone should watch at least once?

What’s your favorite animated film or series?

Which celebrity or public figure would you love to meet in person?

Have you ever met someone famous? How was the experience?

What’s your favorite streaming service for movies and TV shows?

Which upcoming movie or series are you most excited about?

Do you like fan theories? Any favorite theories about a show/movie/book you love?

Which movie or show’s ending disappointed you the most?

Do you prefer reading reviews before watching something or going in blind?

Who is your favorite YouTuber or online content creator?

Are there any celebrities you used to love but no longer follow?

If you could delete one movie or show from your memory so you could watch it fresh again, what would it be?

101–125: Love & Relationships

What’s your love language? (Words of affirmation, quality time, etc.)

Do you believe in soulmates? Why or why not?

What’s the best date you’ve ever been on?

What’s your biggest turn-on in a partner?

What’s your biggest turn-off?

Have you ever had a long-distance relationship? How did it go?

What’s your take on flirting? Do you consider yourself good at it?

Are you the type to say “I love you” first or wait to hear it?

What are three traits you absolutely need in a partner?

How important is romance in a relationship to you?

Have you ever been in love? How did you know?

What’s your idea of a perfect night in with someone special?

What’s your stance on marriage—do you see it in your future?

Have you ever tried dating apps? How was your experience?

How do you handle disagreements or arguments in a relationship?

Do you believe that opposites attract or birds of a feather flock together?

What’s your best piece of relationship advice for others?

What’s something you wish your past partners understood about you?

What’s the most romantic gesture someone has ever done for you?

What’s the most romantic gesture you’ve ever done for someone else?

Do you prefer grand gestures or small everyday moments of affection?

Have you ever had your heart broken? How did you cope?

How do you define a healthy relationship?

What’s your favorite way to show someone you care?

Would you or have you ever been in an open or polyamorous relationship?

126–150: Intimacy & Personal Boundaries

Do you find it easy or difficult to talk openly about intimacy?

What’s the best way for someone to make you feel comfortable?

How important is communication in intimacy for you?

Do you think emotional connection is necessary for physical intimacy?

Have you ever felt pressured to do something you weren’t comfortable with?

What’s your favorite form of physical affection (hugs, holding hands, etc.)?

How important is privacy in a relationship for you?

What’s a boundary you set that you’re proud of maintaining?

Do you have any funny or embarrassing moments related to intimacy you’re willing to share?

What’s one thing you appreciate about your body?

Is there a part of intimacy you wish people discussed more openly?

How do you show respect for someone else’s boundaries?

Have you ever felt judged for your preferences or boundaries?

What’s the sexiest quality a person can have, in your opinion?

Do you have any favorite ways to build trust with a new partner?

How do you communicate your desires or needs in a romantic situation?

What’s something you’ve learned about yourself through intimate experiences?

How do you handle situations where your needs and your partner’s don’t align?

Are there any misconceptions about intimacy or sex you wish people would clear up?

How do you feel about discussing past relationships with a current partner?

Have you ever explored something you never thought you would?

What does healthy intimacy look like for you?

What’s a myth about sex or intimacy that drives you crazy?

How do you define consent in your own words?

How comfortable are you with talking about fantasies or desires?

151–175: Random Fun

What’s the weirdest job you’ve ever had?

Which fictional character would be your best friend in real life?

If you could travel back in time, which era would you visit first?

What’s your favorite holiday, and how do you usually celebrate it?

Which superpower would make your life easier right now?

What’s your go-to karaoke song?

Have you ever won a contest or a competition?

What’s the most spontaneous thing you’ve ever done?

Would you rather explore outer space or the depths of the ocean?

What’s your favorite animal, and why does it fascinate you?

If you could have dinner with any historical figure, who would you choose?

Do you have a dream vacation spot you’ve yet to visit?

Which language would you love to speak fluently?

What’s your most-used emoji these days?

If you could rename yourself, would you, and what would it be?

Do you believe in astrology, and if so, how seriously do you take it?

What’s your biggest irrational fear or phobia?

If you had a theme song that played every time you entered a room, what would it be?

What’s your favorite comfort food?

Do you believe in life on other planets?

If you could go on a reality show, which one would it be and why?

What’s something silly that never fails to make you smile?

If you found a magic lamp, what would be your three wishes?

Which season do you love the most, and what’s special about it?

Do you believe in ghosts or the supernatural?

176–200: Deep & Meaningful

What does “success” mean to you personally?

How do you practice gratitude in your daily life?

What’s a lesson you learned the hard way?

Do you believe that people can truly change? Why or why not?

When was the last time you felt genuinely proud of yourself?

Do you think it’s ever okay to lie? Under what circumstances?

What’s one thing you’d like to be remembered for?

What’s the best way to comfort someone who’s feeling down?

How do you handle feeling misunderstood or misrepresented?

What do you think about taking risks? Are you a risk-taker?

How do you recover after a failure or setback?

What’s one thing you haven’t forgiven yourself for yet, and why?

Is there a cause or social issue you’re particularly passionate about?

If you could rid the world of one problem, what would it be?

What’s the kindest thing a stranger has ever done for you?

How do you show kindness to others in your everyday life?

What does vulnerability mean to you?

Has there been a defining moment that changed your life’s direction?

What’s one core value that guides your life?

How do you handle difficult conversations or confrontations?

Do you believe in fate or that we create our own destinies?

What’s something that continues to motivate you through tough times?

Have you ever had an epiphany or a sudden realization that changed you?

What’s a piece of advice you’d give to someone who feels lost?

In one sentence, how would you sum up your life philosophy?

[daylilifiedsundrewdrops]

Tape Recording #1.

[ CLICK ] Hm... Ah, I didn't know tape recorders were this big... What was that thing they used to say? Testing, testing. 1, 2, 76... ... Good enough! Soo... I should introduce myself, shouldn't I?

[They clear their throat.] So, uh, Hi there, Mr. Tape Recorder! I'm Maricel Mylene V. Rosarinde. Or just Maricel. That should work too. The 'V' stands for Vallenza, in-case you were wondering. I'm a student at Avidenia Willow Institute. Grade-6 specifically. I've always seen my classmates have these like... personal diaries. But! I thought it was way cooler to have an audio diary. Like a podcast or something! Though, I've never actually listened to one, hm.... Anyway, since Tape Recordings can't consent, Let me tell you aaaaa---lllllll about my day and about events at scho- Oh- Shi- [Silence for a couple minutes... Now, it sounds like someone stood up and is now hitting their head onto a pillow.] [Never-mind, they're back on the chair.] ...Haha, sorry, Mr. Tape Recorder. Had a headache for a moment there. Anyway, as I was saying, All about my day and about events at my school. So, to start off! I was late to school today. Again. For the third time this week. But no worries, the teachers could really uh... care less this time around. So, all I got was a slap to the arm and I was good to go. Speaking of being late! I also conveniently forgot one of my journals I used for creative writing while I was rushing for class which suuuccckssss... but it's fine. Whatever. Anyways, so school itself was mostly uneventful. Except for during recess when Nathaniel accidentally spilled juice on Angel's uniform! It was actually funny how Angel got so mad at him. She had to change into the P.E uniform because of it. Luckily, she packed an extra grooming kit in her classroom. She unfortunately could not save her uniform from getting stains, however. [They're laughing through their words.] Anyway, sorry, sorry. So, on another note, the Book Club has organized this year's new readathon for those who wanted to sign up! Guess their campaign's succeeded cause nearly everyone in the school joined. Including me, of course. It started today, and oh-ho, I think all the books in the school library has been hoarded completely. I went there and it was absolutely deserted. Mr. Lauriette was still hangin' by his desk like he always did though. I read only one book today, '' The Second World '' by Sarah Eviernes. Club Leader, Carmelita, announced that the 3 winners of the readathon will have 3 unique, mystery prizes given to them. Neat! I hope it's going to be good like a cat or something. Aside from that, I heard there's a local art contest about to be opened near the school. And I am SO signing up for it once the organizers start looking into our school for volunteers. The theme this time is something 'Magical' and I'm sure I'll ace it completely! I mean, there's like a 5% chance of me actually winning but, ya' know, it's worth a shot just for that small, small chance that I would win! Plus, the prize is a sweet 5,000 PHP, and I want that money. Plus, runner-ups get 700 and people who participated but didn't win still get 100. So, the money's worth it. Now, on another, more... negative note. Another 5 students were reported missing. 2 From our school and 3 from Wilvewood High. It's strange, though. Luis and Andrea were there. They were always cautious and... y'know, stuff like that. So, I don't think they could've gotten kidnapped unless.... Hmmm. Anyway, this is getting waayyyyyyyy too not-so-positive for me! [Sounds of someone wrongly imitating a cough-sound.] Cough, cough... anyways. Let's end the tape recorder off with after-school. I walked home because my parents didn't wanna come get me and it wasn't that far. So, my mom was home early. Guess what! She uh.. cooked dinner for us. Sinigang. But no rice. It tasted salty without the rice, I didn't like it. Though, afterwards, I managed to sneak in my phone up here in my bedroom and of course, this tape-recorder! Which I am currently using right now to record... you know! [Silence.] Gee, I'm- Ow- going to end this off here, I'm having another headache, see ya tomorrow, Mr. Tape Recorder! End recordi- Damnit this is- killing my head- [CLICK]

[musicblogwales]

Chroma - 'I Wanna Be Where You Are'

Pontypridd, Wales bi-lingual alt-rock trio CHROMA are pleased to reveal the official video for their new single ‘I Wanna Be Where You Are’ out now via Alcopop! Records. The news comes ahead of a huge support slot with Foo Fighters for the band this week, and they also support Newport comedy hip hop troupe Goldie Lookin Chain on their forthcoming 2024 headline dates later this year, with limited tickets remaining. The track is the latest to be taken from the band’s gigantic Alcopop! Records 2023 debut album Ask For Angela. Commenting on the single, vocalist Katie Hall said: "This song is about limerence. It’s a new word I’ve learnt from the Lalala Let Me Explain podcast. It means to be emotionally and romantically infatuated with someone. It’s like when you have an intense crush on someone who’s not good for you. It’s not necessarily because they're a bad person, it’s because you’re in a bad place so you try to mask your problems with love.  In an age of modern technology, love and dating seems disposable. When I fall into limerence it’s usually because I feel lonely. I think it’s something a lot of people go through. We wanted to write a punk song about turbulent love that people could maybe relate to." The track comes with an official music video directed by Ren Faulkner, with artistic direction from the band's Katie Hall, movement director Bronwen Wilson Rashard, hair and makeup by Yasmine Davies, featuring model Emily Koko, styling by Alaw Griffiths and clothes by Rosie Evans. “One of the coolest things about being in a band is being able to creatively direct your own music video,” says Hall of the challenge. “The idea for ‘I Wanna Be Where You Are’ came from a hinge date I went on in Port Talbot. I’ve always been fascinated by the steel works every time we drove past that area as a kid, and it’s been on my music video bucket list.” “On the date we chatted a lot about the steelworks closing. It’s an estimated 20,000 jobs in the area. It’s hard to think of the pressure this puts families under during a cost of living crisis. I think Port Talbot is lush, the people and the place. The video also features Welsh designer Rosie Evans' clothes. I love Rosie’s work, and it’s been a dream of mine for some time to wear one of her corsets.” Recorded at Giant Wafer Studios, Llanbadarn Fynydd in the heart of Wales, CHROMA’s much lauded debut was produced and mixed by Steffan Pringle (Adwaith, Future of the Left, Boy Azooga) and mastered by Tom Langrish at E1 Mastering (IDLES, Fontaines D.C, DITZ) in London. The band recently presented an episode of S4C’s returning TV series Curadur, with Hall inviting some of her favourite bands and artists to join her Clwb Cysgu Cwl (Sleepover Club). Featuring performances from The Joy Formidable, Panic Shack and of course Chroma, the episode is available on catch-up via BBC iPlayer and S4C Clic. Riding high on a run of packed shows at SXSW Festival, FOCUS Wales, and a support slot with The Mysterines, the band announced their signing to Alcopop! Records in early 2023 and were recently hand-picked to support legendary US rockers Foo Fighters at Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester on 15th June 2024 alongside Courtney Barnett. They also played further shows alongside Bob Vylan and more. The trio have just been announced as one of the latest patrons of the Music Venue Trust, and will support the work of the charity in sharing the importance of Grassroots Music Venues and their crucial role in the music industry's ecosystem. 2024 UK Live Dates:

SOLD OUT - MANCHESTER - Gorilla * SOLD OUT - PRESTON - The Ferret * 19 Sep - NORWICH - Epic Studios * SOLD OUT - NOTTINGHAM - Metronome * 19 Oct - NEWCASTLE - The Cluny * SOLD OUT - GLOUCESTER - Guildhall * 02 Nov - BRISTOL - SW * SOLD OUT - NARBERTH - Queens Hall * SOLD OUT - BIRMINGHAM - Hare & Hounds * 09 Nov - SWANSEA - Sin City * 16 Nov - LONDON - Electric Ballroom * SOLD OUT - BIRKENHEAD - Future Yard * SOLD OUT - NEWPORT - Corn Exchange * SOLD OUT - NEWPORT - Corn Exchange * * w/ Goldie Lookin Chain

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Your recent post about books was incredibly interesting and very much resonated with my experience with reading. I sometimes listen to this Australian book club podcast and they reviewed “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow”. Their experiences with the book were very different from each other. One of the hosts gave it a very high rating, and the other pretty low. And if I remember correctly, the main problem was with the one of the characters, and how she treated other people, her closest friends included. They read out some bits from the book, and some of them were really bad in terms of what f*cked up things they would say to each other with no resolution of it later in the story. You pointed out things, that they didn’t discuss, so it was very interesting, and it got me thinking about what I value more in stories. It’s definitely relationship and connection between people. So thank you for sharing your thoughts. Always happy to see those long thought provoking posts :)

Yeah, I really do think people read books for different reasons, and so you've got to know what's important to you. A lot of people would read that book and not be bothered by the relationship issues because they're so focused on the clever metaphorical writing. I will give the book credit that a thing I thought it did incredibly well was not shying away from talking about the videogames these people were creating. Like, if you decide your characters are creative geniuses, it can be really hard to show that in your story, but I really bought that these people were talented because the games sounded cool.

If anybody wants my opinion on "The Idiot" and "Either/Or," for both books the first 100-150 pages are HILARIOUS and I laughed so much over them and then after that it's all blah-blah-random-plot-about-random-boy(s).

I have been a little disturbed that in the year 2023 I have read two consecutive critically acclaimed books in which smart, independent women get derailed by (inexplicable) infatuations with undeserving men, like, I feel like we should have come up with better narratives for women by now, but apparently not.