A Funny Fairytale

A few years ago, I posted this short story. 

Today I decided to launch it on Wattpad. ^_^

This story was fun to write, and I may write more, depending on how it is recieved. 

I'm working on a collection of poetry now. 

The original post for this story is here: 

http://crystallizedheart.blogspot.com/2011/06/fantasy-fridays-2-funny-fairytale.html

You can read it on Wattpad here: 

http://w.tt/1ESSKqe

How to not write

(A list of various truths from many different writing observations)

1. Claim to have writer's block: This is usually a reasonable excuse, unless the amount of time is too long to be believable anymore.
2. Focus on other things: Cleaning, working and of course "doing nothing" are the things that are normally prioritized when a writer isn't writing.
3. Whine and complain: Usually about not being able to write.
4. Read other's writing: This includes random gossip on the internet, your favorite classics, ads, and various titles of different genres.
5. Play video games: What better way is there to distract oneself from writing then bashing buttons and yelling at the screen during boss fights? Wasn't that relaxing?
6. Watch movies: Ah yes, the classic way to observe a story without reading anything.
7. Watch TV: This depends on your criticism of the characters, plot and over all story, versus what is actually on screen.
8. Take a walk: Every now and then, this gives you some ideas, like wearing a warmer jacket, or deciding to eat ice cream for no reason.
9. Talk to friends and family: Try to avoid bringing up writing.
10. Force yourself to write: You know reverse psychology? Maybe it is best to tell yourself not to write, and you may find yourself writing again.
11. Sing: But avoid songs like "Paperback Writer" by the Beatles, "Unwritten" by Natasha Beddingfield and other songs about writing.
12. Sit and stare at a blank page or computer screen: Trust me, many writers have done this.
13. Tell yourself that you will write eventually: Other ways to spout similar nonsense include, "I will write when inspiration strikes," or "I haven't found my Muse yet"
14. Tell yourself that this time will pass: You'll be writing again soon . . . maybe in a month, or a year.
15. Read your own writings: Hey, at least you're doing something with them!

There are many other ways to procrastinate, avoid and attempt then fail to write. These are a few that I have noticed.

What other "Writer's Blocks" have you faced?

Austenland: A movie review

When one discovers that they have a particular obsession with Jane Austen novels, and an infatuation with the fictional character of William Darcy, it may be time to find a solution. For the rich, bored and clever woman, there is Austenland, a wonderous place filled with grand estates, a proper wardrobe and plenty of good looking men to partake with in witty conversation and dancing.  But for Jane Hayes, the world of Austen is a part of her identity, and she delights in dressing up, drinking tea and spending Saturday date nights with the BBC version of Pride and Prejudice. 

Once her friend voices her opinion on this obsession with William Darcy, Jane forms a deal in which she will quit the fantasy after one last visit to the world of an Austenite. If she can look beyond the fantasy, Jane must remove William Darcy from her life all together. 

With this deal ever present in her mind, Jane encounters the world of Austenland, and she must discover the difference between reality and fantasy. 

If one enjoys the novels of Jane Austen, as well as the films that retell these charming stories, one will find Austenland amusing, clever and a good form of entertainment. From the exaggerated obession of Miss Hayes to the delightful quips related to the eighteen hundreds, this film is sure to communicate that feeling that fans of Austen know well from her stories. 

Will Jane conquer this humilating obsession? Will she find what she truly wants? The answer to these questions await you in Austenland.

I give this film a charming row of five fake pheseants.

The Canoe adventure: Told perfectly by my father . . .

except for the part where I complained about being wet. That was my brother, not me. My fear of lightning is perfectly valid, in my opinion.

http://www.cosmicconservative.com/weblog/?p=10835

What to expect when your house is for sale

Patience- it is a virtue after all

Chaos- from new updates to odd schedules

Cleanliness- a clean house is a marketable house

Dedication- this is a project you can't back down from

Shopping- Mostly for decorations and furniture to make the house look better

Phone Calls- Your house is no longer your home- people will be visiting without you in it
People- they come with the phone calls

Getting kicked out- Hopefully with enough notice beforehand you will be away for at least two hours going who knows where at who knows what time until you believe the people have left
Road trips to anywhere- from the grocery store to the parking lot

Realtors- I hope you don't have that irrational fear like Aunt Josephine

Criticism- Luckily if you have been through workshops or reviews at school you will already know how to take some of it with a grain of salt

Hope- lots of it

Kdrama month prompt 29: A Kdrama that made you happy

Rooftop Prince

From the classic frying pan scene to the Joseon Power Rangers, this drama was a comedy, historical story and a mystery. The prince and his subjects getting used to the future had me giggling endlessly. Not to mention Park Ha's babysitter role in the first five episodes to show them the ropes and help them blend in. I really enjoyed this drama because it was a different type of genre, and it had many great symbolic and well written scenes that helped you figure out the mystery in the end.

Some funny stills :)

Frying Pan

Learning about the Escalator

Crane machine

Job interview

Kdrama month prompt 11: Your Favorite Dialogue

My Princess: Episode 4

The scene where Lee Seol's letter is read as a prayer request while Park Hae Young and Lee Seol are trying to get her letter back before her mother reads it. Still one of the most memorable scenes in the drama :)

Priest: This person wrote a letter. It is not important how long it is, but what the heart has written. Okay, I will begin reading. Mom. It's me Seol.
(Lee Seol's mother looks at her in surprise.)
Priest: I guess this person calls the Lord "mom"
(Lee Seol's mouth drops open and she waves at the priest, as if to quiet him)
Priest: Well, mother or father  . . . I will continue reading.
(Lee Seol crosses her hands and shakes her head)
Priest: First, go to the kitchen.
(Park Hae Young sits down next to Lee Seol)
Park Hae Young (whispering): Hey it wasn't there. What happened?
Priest:  . . . get a glass of water
Park Hae Young (whispering): What? Do you have to go?
Priest: If you open the drawer without the handle, you'll see the medication to calm you down.
(Lee Seol's mom looks at her again)
Priest: What is this person saying? Take that first. Did you take it? Then, calm down and keep reading.
(Lee Seol bows her head in shame)
Priest: Mom, by the time you read this letter, I'll be on a plane headed to Egypt.
(Park Hae Young's eyes widen and Lee Seol shakes her head while her mom listens)
Park Hae Young (whispering): How did this happen?
Priest: Truthfully, I've always wanted to go.
(Now Lee Seol's mom has caught on)
Priest: But because you might be heartbroken, I couldn't say anything. From what I have read, I think this person is trying to run away from home.
(Park Hae Young nudges Lee Seol)
Preist: Seol's mother. Isn't that congregant Kim Da Bok? Are you here today congregant Kim Da Bok?
Seol's Mother: Yes . . . I'm  . . . right here.
(Park Hae Young nudges Lee Seol again)
Priest: It seems your daughter has run away from home.
Seol's Mother: Well that is . . .
(Park Hae Young and Lee Seol bolt for the door. And Lee Seol's mother turns around.)
Seol's Mother: Seol! You! You two better stop right there!
(She chases them out to the front of the church.)

This was one of the best scenes and so unexpected. 

watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXWRFlyeus8

The Case of the Missing Coffee Cake

 The Evidence

Culprit1: Dingo

Culprit 2: Haley

The Case: 

             It took only seconds, a run to the laundry room and a few minutes of folding towels for something to go missing. The item in question? A coffee cake. My one indulgence on a busy day of cleaning. The culprits in question? Two dogs. A black lab named Haley and a mixed breed named Dingo. I left the cake on the table just for a moment, planning to eat it when I was done with the laundry. But, when I came back, the delicious morsel was gone, and two dogs stared at me with sad eyes. I looked around, waiting for a clue to solve this case. I knew it was one of them, or perhaps both, but surely they didn't eat the plastic? That would be tasteless. My first question loomed in my mind. Why did they do it? I had just given them their food, water and I took them outside for some fresh air. They couldn't be hungry. It must have been revenge. I knew Haley to have a temper when it came to getting into trouble. Whenever she was angry with me, she would sneak off and try to find the nearest trash bag, just waiting to make a mess for me to clean up. Dingo wasn't innocent either. He had once gobbled up my favorite turkey sandwich in one quick gulp when I returned with a glass of water. No, it was both of them, but where was the evidence?
            I looked around. Nothing on the table, no scratch marks or piles of papers on the floor. How did they get it? Finally, I found what I was looking for. Under the table, pushed by the trash can was the plastic wrap for the cake. Licked clean, no doubt, and confirming my suspicions. The dogs had done it. Now for the questioning. I started with Dingo, who bowed his head in shame. I asked a simple question. "Did you eat my coffee cake?" His response was a roll to the side, as if he was avoiding the situation. He did not look me in the eye. I knew he wasn't innocent. Next I turned to Haley. She was better with the interrogation, having years of practice and a good innocent act. I asked her the same question and she let out a sigh, as though the question was pointless. I kept my eye on them as I reached in the cake box and pulled out another pastry.
"You're not getting this one." I said with triumph as I grabbed my glass of chocolate milk and walked away. I learned a lesson that day. Never assume that your food is safe, with two suspicious canines in the house. 

Solution: Grab another coffee cake

Magazines I'd love to read

 I found these on Tumblr and had to share my favorites.
Find the rest here

(http://www.geekologie.com/2011/12/disney-princesses-as-magazine-cover-mode.php)

Lolipop?

I had to do this he he. Palace is an awesome show and these two (Shin-goon and Chae) are adorable ^_^

The Scrapbook of the Teenage Girl

Congratulations Twilight fans! Now you too can go out in the woods, force your boyfriend to wear glitter and make pained expressions at each other while a friend or family member captures it all in photos. The Immortal Love scrapbook allows you to add finesse to your attempts with flashy backgrounds of meadows, apples and moons and the gothic red letter stickers mark your adolescent pact in blood. All you need to add to the fun is a battle of the teams with Team Edward and Team Jacob fans duking it out for the camera. This photo can go on the page with a spooky full moon and forest in the background. . . how romantic. If your boyfriend refuses to glitterize, you can do it yourself by sprinkling the stuff on the photo and pasting the picture next to the apple, just to make it official. Throw in a random rose that covers the entire page and you're done! So what do you think? Would you buy this product? I think if it is used for anything it has to be pictures of your boyfriend either trying to bite you, or howling like a wolf. Whatever team you're on, I'm sure your boyfriend will appreciate the honor (torture) to indulge your girlish fantasies.