.:reflections of twilight:.

Spring is just around the corner. For the first time in what seems like forever, I'm actually looking forward to it.

I never used to think much of Spring. For one thing, I lived in Florida for almost thirty years are there are really only two seasons there: hot and slightly less hot. OK, and maybe rain. There was a lot of pollen which aggravated my allergies, and that was what Spring in Florida was like for me.

Now that we moved to a place that has noticeable seasons, I think I'm going to see Spring the way it's meant to be seen. As green and flowery and new. I can already see the buds on the trees and the flowers that are just waiting for the time to pop open. And after the winter we've had, it'll be a nice change.

I'm trying not to be passive-aggressive toward our neighbors, but it's becoming very difficult. It's primarily a young couple in their twenties, I'd say. Every weekend they have people over to drink and listen to obnoxiously loud music and talk at high volume to anyone within earshot. Unfortunately, our houses are extremely close to each other, and my bedroom window is right above their porch, where a lot of noise is coming from. I'm trying to not go over there and tell them to knock it off or to at least be considerate of other people, but do I really want to become the crotchety young person who has to shake my cane and tell people to get off of my lawn? I'm afraid it might get worse as the weather gets warmer.

At present, they're cleaning out the garage/basement/condo of a bunch of stuff (which I PRAY means they're in the process of moving), and naturally they have to make it into a party. Maybe we should say something to the HOA about it due to noise violation or some such. I don't know. I've never dealt with an HOA before so I don't understand the protocol.

School is going pretty well. I never thought I'd be having to read children's books in order to analyze them for lesson content. I don't think every single book that is in a school library is for the purpose of 'learning something'. Sometimes you read just to read. For an escape into another world. Why does there have to be a lesson involved? Oh well...

Speaking of books, I went on a bit of a book binge the other day and bought a decent stack from the bookstore. I got a few manga as well as YA books (which I still enjoy even though I am not anywhere close to the target age group). I'm in the middle of (or actually almost finished with) a book called Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell. It's been a good, engrossing read so far. It mentions a lot about being in a fandom and having an active role in it, in this case, fanfic. It's a Harry Potter expy, but it could be any kind of fandom that has a decent enough following to have tons of fanfic written about it.

I was never much for fanfic. I've read a bit, if I knew the author or if I liked the pairing or the fandom or the writing style. I only ever once wrote a fanfic myself, and it was for the Trigun fandom. It was a small fluff piece with the main paring I liked, and it wasn't too bad IMHO. Not a lot of people read it, and I was never inspired to write anything else, so that's the only one I ever wrote.

I also know officially have health insurance thanks to the ACA (i.e. Obamacare). A lot of people are totally against Obamacare because they think the government shouldn't have a hand in the health care industry. Like it or not, it's happening, and it does give people who don't have insurance, a chance to actually get coverage. I just wish that the health care issue wasn't such a big damn deal here in the US. I think everyone should have a chance to have health insurance if they need it.

Whatever...

I'm feeling sleepy, so I might take a nap for a little bit. That is, if I can sleep over the noise from next door...

I hope everyone had a pleasant Thanksgiving (those of you who celebrate with the rest of America. You Canadians had yours already).

I did. It was smaller than usual since a few family members were missing. One due to having to work and others due to illness. I think Christmas will have most of everyone back.

We went to my aunt's like we usually do and the food was good as always. Whenever we move to Tennessee (which, like I mentioned before, I hope to be next year at the least), I shall definitely miss the food and company, but maybe we can have our own traditions.

I was planning on putting up my small purple fiber optic tree in my bedroom this weekend, but I never got around to it. Mostly I was distracted by our new kitty! She's mostly for mom since our established cat, Moon, is glued to me most of the time. She said she wanted an older cat (not a kitten), female and that would get along well with other cats.

She called a lady who does cat rescues and fostering and she had the perfect cat! She's a three year old tortie and she's very quiet and gentle. She does have her front claws and so we have to make sure she uses her scratching post and not the couch. But she's spayed and had all of her shots and flea treatments.

Her name was originally Angel, but mom didn't like that name so she's renamed her Tor-T. My mom has a thing for unusual names. I myself was leaning more toward Tortle, but it is what it is.



So far, her and Moon have been guarded toward each other, but Tor-T seems to be making herself at home, so that's good. I told Moon that she can't keep hiding out in my room, so when we leave for work tomorrow, mom and I are cutting off all hiding places so that they'll be pretty much forced to be in the same room together. It may take time, but I think eventually they'll mellow toward each other.

Yesterday, mom and I went to the beach to take some pictures since the waves were numerous over the weekend. We got a couple of good shots of the waves rolling in, as well as a few of some surfers taking advantage of the opportunity.



I will say, that when we do move away from here, I will probably miss a few things about Florida, like the sound of the ocean and walking along the shore, but I think the mountains of Tennessee would more than make up for it!

In fandom related news, we went to the bookstore yesterday, and naturally I had to buy stuff. I bought the December issue of Vogue since it had an interview with Anne Hathaway and some pictures from Les Miz that I wanted. I also got a collectors issue of Star Wars Insider as well as a film magazine about The Hobbit. I got two volumes of manga Sailor Moon Volume 8 and Bakuman. Volume 16. I was also able to find the first two volumes of the color version of Scott Pilgrim, so that was a nice find to say the least. Thank God for Membership cards!

I saw Rise of the Guardians earlier today and I must say, it was well worth the hype. I have a feeling it's going on my 'Must Have' DVD list. And I will say I think Jack Frost is a cutie, but even though Chris Pine is pretty awesome, he doesn't sound like an 18 year old...

I've been rereading the High School Debut series and I almost forgot what a cute series it is. I think, even though I just finished rereading it, I may read it again I love it that much. I might read a few other things in between, like the stuff I just bought as well as another series I've been wanting to reread called Beauty Is The Beast.

And another reminder that I need your address for Christmas Cards. I'll be ordering them soon, so I want to get a count of how many I'll need, so be sure to reply to this post so that I can have your info. Even if you don't plan on sending out any cards yourself this year, I'd still like to send you one so I'd like your addresses. :D

Shamelessly stolen from rosehiptea:

Stolen from THE ENTIRE INTERNET: Your job is now your Time Lord name. The last digit of your phone number is the current regeneration you are in. The nearest clothing item to your right is now the most notable item in your current wardrobe. The last person you texted is your current companion. Your favorite word is now your catchphrase.


Now, I fully admit to not being majorly into the who fandom as some I know. It's not due to lack of trying, however. There's just a TON of history to work with and it's taken me awhile to get into it.

However, my answers are --

Since I work as a Data Entry Clerk, my title would most likely be "The Clerk" which doesn't sound too bad if you think about it.

I am currently in my first regeneration... which would technically mean I haven't regenerated at all yet.

Notable wardrobe item would be socks. That would be cool since I have quite a few pairs of quirky socks already.

My companion would be my dad, which wouldn't be too bad. If it had been the person I texted before HIM though, it'd be my friend who is a big Whovian herself, so that would be cool.

My catchphrase would most likely be 'awesome.' Not because it's my favorite word, I just seem to use it a lot.

Now you guys try!!