Hi everyone, I'm just popping in to say hello. I haven't really updated a lot recently because I've been starting my new life at college. We moved in just two weeks ago and it's been hectic. I've met a ton of new people and joined a few clubs. I've been having fun at all the different events and living in my new room. My classes are actually pretty fun. My Greek teacher is a riot and any classes I want to take that he teaches, I'm so going to try and get him as my teacher. My English classes will be some work, especially the Plot and Narrative Lit course, but I'm thinking that I should be able to make it through. I'm looking forward to Nanowrimo in just a few weeks, but I have no clue what my novel's going to be on. So, good luck with that. This is really just a post to tell a little about what's been going on. So now I'm going to go read some more of Covet by JR Ward. Great book so far
Stay sharp people
Bella

I know haven't posted a lot recently, but that's because not a lot has been going on. My summers just been quietly winding down and I leave for college in just over a week. What I really need to be doing is packing, but I haven't gotten around to it yet. I did manage to finish all the books I'd put on hold at the library though, so those can all go back before I have to leave. I'm a little sad to be leaving, but I'm also excited. I'm going to be on my own, practically, for the first time and it's scary wand awesome all rolled into one. I'm glad I've already made some friends who are going (thank god for the internet) and I'm really looking forward to my classes. Now I just have to get it together and pack so that I have everything I need before I leave.
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Bella

I had a blast at the zoo today with my friends. It was our last big get-together before we all leave for college this fall. We left at like seven in the morning and stayed until almost noon. We assigned animals to each of us as we walked through the zoo. I was a gerenuk, which is a long necked type of antelope. My other friends were a gazelle, a columbus monkey, duiker (which is an antelope relative who eats stuff close to the ground and loves ants), and some other animals I can't remember. One highlight of the trip was getting attacked by a lorikeet. I was standing there while my friend fed one and then it few off her hand and towards my face. It didn't scratch me or hurt me, but it shocked me a bit. It was also Zoo Camp Day, which is when they have these little groups of kids walk around with a guide and they are party of an animal group. They all have little matching t-shirts in different colors. It's adorable. I wish they had groups like that for adults or kids-at-heart since I was actually learning a bit listening to the group guides. This last bit is about me making a fool of myself for the sake of the Harry Potter Fan in me. So, if you're not a Harry Potter fan, quickly avert your eyes. So when we were in the snakes area, my friend calls to me and tells to come speak to the snake a free it (since I am Harry and she is Ron due to skits in Freshman Drama). So I walked over and spoke a bit of parseltongue to it. I made it up as I went, but the tone is creepy enough. Sadly nothing happened, but it was still fun.
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Bella

So I'm a fan of True Blood on HBO and since I don't have cable, every Sunday I go over to my friend's house and watch the newest episode. We missed last week because we were in Bellingham for Freshman Orientation, so we got to watch two episodes in a row this week. This is sort of a character spoiler for Episode 6 and 7 of season 2, but not anything major. I just have to say, I love Godric. He is amazingly forward thinking and sweet. I love how he wants to be equal to humans and doesn't see himself as better. I also love that he understands why some people attack vampires and why some human react the way they do. The guy is pretty amazing and he never yells. I just wish he would grow his hair out a bit, but overall, fantastic vampire!

These past two days were the Freshman Orientation for my university. I went and learned more about the campus, financial aid, programs, etc. It was pretty fun actually. I got to eat in the Dining Halls and learned a little about getting involved in the choir as well as other programs. I also registered for my classes for Fall. Since I already earned my Associate's I got to have mar status and get a couple of English classes that I really needed. One of the classes is so important that is if I didn't get it, I wouldn't be able to do anything more to earn my degree except take electives. But then I have one sort of off-the-wall, spur-of-the-moment class. I registered for Greek 101. Now I have never intended to take Greek or had a real drive to do so, but maybe it'll be fun. Can't wait for fall.
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Bella

So a lot of people want to be bitten by vampires from one of four categories: Vampires from Buffy, vampires from Twilight, vampires from Anne Rice's books, or vampires from True Blood. I agree that many of the vampires there a sexy and awesome, but in favor of being different I have to bring some vampires of my own to the table.

First, I would choose any of the Brothers from the Black Dagger Brotherhood (aside from Phury. Sorry Phury, you're great but something about you rubs me the wrong way). They are super sexy and amazingly loyal. Of course, for the most part I'd have to actually be a vampire myself, but that's beside the point.
Not mine, but Oooo shiny Brothers

I would also love for Jeaniene Frost's Bones to bite me. He's super sexy, loving, amazing, accented vampire. He cares deeply and takes care of those who are his. Bones is high on my list.
Again, not mine. But it is my screensaver

There's also Vayl from Jennifer Rardin's Jaz Parks series. The guy can be dangerous, but he wants to do the right thing always. He usually drinks blood that comes in bags, but still, the guy is awesome.

So who are your favorite vamps? Some of the ones listed above? Or someone else entirely? Spread the love
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Bella

As you maybe able to tell, I am a Harry Potter nerd. I grew up with the books and they've been there for most of my life. So last night I went to the midnight premiere of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. I even dressed up because that's the kind of nerd I am. I had a white t-shirt, black cape, knee-length black skirt, black flats, and a red and gold clip-on tie that used to be black. It was fun taking pictures and hanging out with fellow nerds. The best part about midnight premieres is you don't usually get people talking during the movie or being obnoxious, because they're all fans as well.
So the movie was great. There were some things I didn't like, but overall they did a great job with it. They did a wonderful job of adapting the story for the big screen and putting in the details we needed. There was a lot of humor in the movie, which was great as times get darker. I also loved that it was two and a half hours long. Time zipped by, but it didn't seem too choppy or disjointed. The movie also did a good job of making Dumbledore look older and more fragile. Overall, the movie was amazing and I can't wait for the next one. Hopefully, it'll be done just as well as this one
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Bella
(I love that I finally get to use my HP in on something HP related!)

So at least a year ago, probably longer, Mom rented this movie from Netflix. It was about this man who puts his girlfriend second in his life and when she dies, he's given the chance to relive his last day with her and show her how he really feels. Up until the end, this was a great movie that had a sweet love story. *******SPOILERS! DO NOT READ IF YOU DON"T WANT TO KNOW THE ENDING!!!*********** Now, at the end, the guy gets into the cab with his girlfriend, the cab she died in the first time. Then the cabbie turns to him and says something about fate. And this time when the car crashes, he protects her. This would be great and cause for a wonderful moment at the hospital except for one fact. He dies! I couldn't believe he still had to die even though he saved her! Shouldn't that have changed fate? Anyway, the point of this post was that I'd forgotten the name of the movie, probably repressed it because of the horribly sad ending. But I went searching and I found it this evening! It's called If Only and has Jennifer Love Hewitt in it. Mostly, this post is so I can remember the name of the movie for future reference.
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Bella

I feel very proud of myself right now. I finally have my room cleaned. And not just a "Oh I don't want to clean, but Mom's nagging me so I'll move three things" clean. It's clean enough that we can rearrange the room finally. To put this in perspective for you, my room has not really been cleaned since before Christmas. How do I know? I found a Christmas card hidden in the crap and a receipt from back in December. There were clothes piled on my chair in the corner (some clean and some not), old soda bottles, binders of old school work I hadn't bother cleaning out, you get the picture. I even went through all of my clothes and put the stuff I didn't wear in bags. We're going to donate it to this thrift store that gives at least a portion of its proceeds to animal shelters. I also vacuumed! The clean-ness is actually strange, but in a nice way. And it only took be about three weeks to actually get it done.
Oh, and I got a $1500 scholarship from the Navy Wives Clubs of America in the mail recently! Yippee!
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Bella

I spent today at a graduation party for my friend Annie. It was a lot of fun, playing Life and talking with friends from school. Plus we watched Accepted, which I really enjoy. But one of the best things about today was the food Annie's mom made us. Not only was it fantastic, I ate quite a bit and I don't feel sick right now. I think I ate more today than I have in quite a while. Egg rolls and chicken and strawberries and a bunch of other good stuff. I didn't gorge on it, but I ate quite a bit. I am so glad that I was able to eat food at a friend's house for once. Usually I have to pass on everything, but today I was able to say, "Yes, I would like another egg roll." I had a great time.
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Bella

So last night, my family and I watched Eagle Eye. I absolutely loved this movie! ( More about Eagle Eye (SPOLIERS!!!) ).
( Sister Rant )
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Bella

Under the cut is a rant. It's not really got any purpose other than making me feel better. Feel free to ignore

( Arrrrgggg! )

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Bella

People who have a Facebook may know of the Application called Flair. I am addicted to this app. Every time you send a flair someone you get a flair credit, one person=1 flair credit. Every time you add a flair to your collect you use flair credits. 1 added flair= 1flair credit. I have 883 flairs and 2396 air credits. Under the cut are some flairs for your viewing pleasure.
( Mmmmmmm Flair )Enjoy these. Yes, I do enjoy Math humor
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Bella

I know I haven't posted in such a long time. A lot of stuff has just been happening. I was sick for like a week and then I fell behind in pottery so I had to make up a bunch of time by going in extra hours. Then I didn't have anything to post about. But right now I have a meme. Because I have fun and get bored. Stole this from lezlishae 
I want to know 36 things about you. I don't care if we never talk
or if we already know everything about each other. Short and sweet is fine.
You're on my list, so I want to know you better!

BE HONEST! COPY FROM HERE THEN SEND DIRECTLY TO ME IN A COMMENT THEN, REPOST THE EMPTY QUESTIONS.

1) Are you currently in a serious relationship?
2) What was your dream growing up?
3) What talent do you wish you had?
4) If I bought you a drink what would it be?
5) Favorite vegetable?
6) What was the last book you read?
7) What zodiac sign are you?
8) Any Tattoos and/or Piercings? Explain where.
9) Worst Habit?
10) If you saw me walking down the street would you offer me a ride?
11) What is your favorite sport?
12) Do you have a Negative or Optimistic attitude?
13) What would you do if you were stuck in an elevator with me?
14) Worst thing to ever happen to you?
15) Tell me one weird fact about you.
16) Do you have any pets?
17) What if i showed up at your house unexpectedly?
18) What was your first impression of me?
19) Do you think clowns are cute or scary?
20) If you could change one thing about how you look, what would it be?
21) Would you be my crime partner or my conscience?
22) What color eyes do you have?
23) Ever been arrested?
24) Bottle or can soda?
25) If you won $10,000 today, what would you do with it?
27) What's your favorite place to hang at?
28) Do you believe in ghosts?
29) Favorite thing to do in your spare time?
30) Do you swear a lot?
31) Biggest pet peeve?
32) In one word, how would you describe yourself?
33) Do you believe/appreciate romance?
35) Do you believe in God?
36) Will you repost this so I can fill it out and do the same for you?

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Bella

So last Saturday was my prom. I actually ended up having a lot of fun. I got my hair done before at the hair salon and it looked awesome. My dress was long and purple satin and I had sliver shoes with low heels. I went with a huge group of people which was a lot more fun than having a date. We all went to Olive Garden to eat before the dance and i ended up just eating some bread sticks (Curse you IBS!). Then we went to the dance. I actually danced a bit and had a lot of fun. Ron took  bunch of pictures. My favorite dance was when we did the Cha Cha Slide. We kept backing up towards the refreshments table. I think the adults manning it were getting a little nervous, considering we got within just a step or two of the table. I also slow danced with one of Joe's friends, Syring (I probably spelled that wrong). We both couldn't stop laughing the whole time. I did get dizzy a couple times and ended up falling at one point. Meg says I fainted, but since I didn't actually lose consciousness, I don't think it counts as fainting. After the dance we went to a local $3 theater. But neither our driver or our navigator seemed to have a good idea of how to get there because they went down the freeway and wound around. It took us, like an hour to get there. Then we went to Wal-Mart so everyone could buy some snacks. By this time it was about 12:30 at night, which is after my craziness point. So I was wandering around behind my friends, singing to myself. I don't even really remember what I singing because I was making it up as I went along. Then we got in line to buy the food and Jenna picked up this candy called a Fling. I said wanted to have a fling with a Fling. Then I said, "Somebody should make a candy bar called a Hershey's." Then I picked up a bar and said, "Look, they do." This is when I burst into hysterical giggles. Clearly I should have been asleep by then. Then we all went to my house and watched Labyrinth. At three in the morning everyone finally went home. It was a lot of fun.
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Bella

Um, I suck at being outdoors. I seriously don't like it and even fully equipped I wouldn't last very long. I have a tenuous grasp on how to use a compass (it comes and it goes. No seriously, sometimes I totally understand how it works and other times I look at it like it's a foreign device). I learned at one point how to make a tent out of a tarp, but I think that skill is gone.I don't know which plants are poisonous or edible. I can't start a fire using twigs and moss. If we were graded for Outdoor School (this three day camp thing in 5th grade were we went and tried to learn about living in the outdoors) I totally would have failed. If I was still alive after three days, I'd be seriously surprised. So, if I mention I'm going on an outdoor trip (camping, hiking, etc.) and I don't post a complaining post within about three days, please send someone to look for me.

I love finally reading new books. It's so great. This week has been good for me because I am unofficially done with high school! I have no more credits to take for high school, and on Monday I passed my Culmination Project! Details are under the cut. ( My Presentation Experience )
Now, the book I want to recommend is Blood Price by Tanya Huff. The book is about this detective, Vicki, who had to leave the police force, which she loved, because of her failing sight. She's now a private investigator and she can't help getting involved when a series of bodies start turning up with the blood drained. The city is shouting vampire and Vicki is determined to get to the bottom of it. She meets Henry Fitzroy, a romance novelist, who give her some help. Turns out Fitzroy is actually a vampire. He was in life the illegitimate son of Henry VIII. Together, they race to solve the mystery, before more deaths unleash something worse. It's a great fun read, sort of like the Dresden files, but with some more romance and a little less sarcasm.
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Bella

I haven't had a book day in a while and recently I read a book I really loved. It's called Wishes and it's by Jude Deveraux. The story is about this woman who's died and she was neither good nor bad, so she goes to a sort of waiting room. To get to Heaven she has to do this task, which turns out to be helping this woman from the 1890s get this guy (who is totally awesome by the way). The woman is sort of older, but she a sweet great girl. Unfortunately, most guys don't see that because she's more curvaceous than her younger sister. So the woman (Nellie) mostly stays home and tends to her sister and father. Then this man, Jace, comes to town and he actually sees her. But because she has low self-esteem she doesn't really see it. The story is about Nellie and Jace overcoming things and falling in love. Great romance novel and very low on the explicit bedroom scenes, which means that younger readers (not super young, but like mid-teens) can enjoy it too.
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Bella
PS. If anyone is on goodreads.com, come look me up. I'm under Ashleigh

I'm writing this because I sitting at a table in the college waiting for one' o'clock to finally drag itself around so I can go to class. I should be working on my journalism homework, but I keep getting distracted. I started writing a story based on a dream I had the other night whose character keeps nagging at me, but she's just as distracted as I am, so I thinks he keeps running off while I'm trying to write. I probably wouldn't be so unfocused if there wasn't the fact that I've been sitting here for about two hours now. I have such a long break on Thursdays (and today because I don't have my lab) that it's ridiculous. Four hours is way to long to be sitting at the school but if I go home, it wastes gas. Which especially sucks right now because my cash supply is stagnant at the moment. If I run out before I find a new job, I'm pretty much screwed. I love the class I'm taking at one though, so maybe I'll be able to stick it out without complaining so much.
Wish me Luck
Bella

I don't often sleep through the night, which makes it very strange to me that I have dreams a lot and I almost always remember them. A few are fairly easy to understand, like the ones where I'm searching for my classes or I'm late to a class (of course this is never in a traditional fashion of just being late or searching. I'm like searching for a dragon slaying class or I'm late because I had to beat down a flying hamster that breathed fire. Not that this has happened. It's just an example of how even my normal dreams are strange). Every now and then I think about trying to interpret my dreams, but usually I can't understand the reasoning behind them. I'm going to post a few here just so you don't think I'm exaggerating about the insanity factor. These are just a five from within a five month period. Enjoy and if you have any clue what they mean or you're taking a dream interpretation class, have at it.

( The Dreams )

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Bella