.:reflections of twilight:.

If I was a Jedi, I'd think I'd like to be a cross between Mace Windu and Yoda. Both were bad asses who had mad skillz. Of course, only Yoda survived the Jedi Purge. Oh well, you can't win 'em all...

OK, enough of me geeking out about Star Wars... for now.

I found this really cool Princess Tutu AMV via sir_hellsing's journal. I really like the song and I'd like to try and find the mp3 of it, but I don't know if iTunes has it. It's called "Hold Me" by a Swedish artist named Nanne Grönvall.

I picked up the latest issue of 'Shojo Beat' yesterday. They've started doing something different. They're printing the manga parts in different colors. Still monochromatic, but in either pink or blue. I think some of the Japanese phonebook compilations do the same thing, but it still looks strange to me. I mean, I think I prefer it in the regular black and white. Not as glaring.

There's a new series that started in it called 'Vampire Knight.' It looks pretty interesting. It's got bishies, good art, intriguing story, and bits of humor. I think I'll keep an eye on this series.

And in 'Kaze Hikaru,' Okita looks really cute with his hair down (he'd just gotten out of the bath)!

I also got 'Saiyuki Reload 4.' The conclusion of the 'Burial' arc and the beginning of the longest arc yet, 'Even A Worm.' We see youkai!Hakkai again and we meet Hazel and Gato. And since I've been rereading the series, I have definitely noticed a change in Minekura-sensei's art style. Hakkai's hair isn't as poufy and the guys are looking even tastier...

Trivia of the day: A United Parcel Service delivery person typically makes up to 300 pickups or deliveries a day. That compares to someone doing 600 sets of step aerobics a day.

*looks at the time* Nope. you're not seeing things. I'm posting later than usual. The power went out sometime during the night. I don't really know why. I think something happened with one of the utility poles down the street. That's where all the power trucks were congregated. Anyway, it was back on why I got back from dropping off mom at work. Went by my usual routine in the morning. I checked some of my e-mail, went on my forum, then the browser went all wonky. I looked at my modem, and sure enough, the green "cable" light was out. I unhooked it, waited and then hooked it back up again thinking it was something with the modem itself. It worked for a little while, but then it went blotto again. So I turned the TV on to check and, sure enough, the cable was out. Even though we had power again, we still didn't have cable. So, since I couldn't really do anything online, I burned a few CD's and packed up a few things from the bedroom. Then I had to leave and go to the orientation. Everything is fine now, obviously.

Speaking of which, the orientation itself went fine. I sat, filled out a shitload of paperwork and watch some "videos." I almost fell asleep during one of them. And I filled out enough paperwork with enough personal information that I felt as though I was signing away my firstborn child. I took two tests. One was a typing test (35 wpm in case you were curious) and another a data entry test. I scored good on the typing test (surprisingly considering the amount of typos I make) and fair on the data entry test. I attributed it to it being timed and stuff. If it wasn't being timed, I think I would've done better. I have to return tomorrow to give them another form of ID since I apparently need two and I didn't have another one with me. It's not like I carry my Social Security card around with me all the time. Since I don't remember where I put it, I'll have to use my birth certificate to prove that, yes I was actually born. I think next they'll ask me for a vial of my blood.

I was able to get some help in regards to BitTorrent (thank you thesnipe). I haven't been able to fully test it yet since I wasn't able to get online for much of the day and was gone for the rest of it. The torrent I had originally downloaded was corrupted, which explain why I could hear it, but not see it.

We got a call back from the lady about the duplex. She seemed interested in my mom's proposal about the pets, and she wanted to know when we could move in. My mom said at the first of the month. The realtor said that she'd told the owner that they need to shampoo the carpet and paint first. Mom said she wanted to have a look at it before we commit. I don't blame her. I'd want to as well.

After I finished my orientation, I stopped by BAM and was able to pick up the May issue of 'Shojo Beat.' I haven't read very far in it yet, but I do agree that the chapter of 'Kaze Hikaru' is undeniably cute. I may do a write up either tomorrow or Friday depending.

And out of the Tori songs I've collected thus far, I think this one is my favorite. "Spark" is my second favorite...

Trivia of the day: Scientists have determined that most rocks on the surface of the Moon are between 3 and 4.6 billion years old.

Last night was bath night. The older cat, Missy was the first victim. She handled it pretty well. She complained of course, but didn't really fight us. The second vitim was the culprit of all this mess: The dog. Of course, he just jumped right in. He must love getting bathed. Weirdo. We had to blow dry him. It wasn't too bad. He loved that, too. He kept trying to lick my face, though. Yick. Of course, the real challenge to come is when we have to bathe the other two. They're fighters they are. It's like a wrestling match. A wet wresting match (and you of the perverted persuasion, just stop right there).

I went to the bookstore yesterday. I bought stuff (don't act like you're surprised). Two novels andthe April issue of 'Shojo Beat.' The novels are 'Mr Darcy Takes a Wife' and 'Darcy and Elizabeth.' Now, I know ofthe story of 'Pride and Prejudice.' In fact, it's oneof my favorites, but these two 'unofficial' sequels ('unofficial' in that they weren't written by te original author), intrigued me. And no, not just because of the passion inside... I have a bit more depth to me than that, I'll have you know.

I aslo rented a few videos (DVD's to be precise). 'Walace and Grommit and the Case of the Were-Rabbit,' 'Walk the Line,' 'Zathura,' and 'Harry Potter and the Gobletof Fire.' All are due Wednesday, so I have a lot to watch...I watched one last night, actually.

And I have the tesimonials up if anyone wants to look.

OK, I'm goingto do a short summary on two of the chapters in 'Shojo Beat.' At least, I'll try to keep them short...

( Then I'll love Vietnam too! )


This took me two hours to do. If there are any typos, too bad.

Trivia of the day: Despite the strong presence of Latino baseball players since the 1940s, Armando Rodriguez in 1974 and Rich Garcia in 1975, both in the American League, were the first Hispanic umpires in the majors.

Wilst I was lurking, I came across many interesting 'Samurai Champloo' links. Of course, this has absolutely nothing to do with the fact that I absolutely lust over adore Jin...

Someone on the _champloo comm. posted this. I know which one I want...

This site has super cool wallpapers. Again, guess which one I have gracing my desktop?

I saw the newest issue of 'Shojo Beat' out in the bookstore yesterday. I didn't get it just then since I had other things I had to do, but I have to go out again today (despite what I said yesterday), so I'll probably pick it up then.

I found the Image Ready program on my harddrive. I made a shortcut icon on my desktop so I can have easy access in order to fiddle with it more. I think I have a basic idea of what I want to do. I think, instead of making a really complex one, I'll try and do a lyric icon. I still have much reading up on it to do.

I recieved my birthday gifts from my dad yesterday. Even though I technically know what they are already, mom still says I have to wait until tomorrow to actually open them.

I've thought of another contest idea for the vash_meryl comm, but I need to wait until vashysgirl finishes the graphic for the background.

Quote of the day: "The secret of joy in work is contained in one word -- excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it."-- Pearl S. Buck