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Forum: Introductions 08-27-2008, 12:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,241
Posted By Kristin
I thought you were fun before he started posting....

I thought you were fun before he started posting. And then he showed up and all kinds of crazy happened. I needed that today.

Egads, I hope I don't have "air of emo." I think it's mainly the...
Forum: Introductions 08-27-2008, 12:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,241
Posted By Kristin
I get the Might ring, you can have the Sodomy...

I get the Might ring, you can have the Sodomy one...It's not something I would want to leave lying around the house, with little kids and all...


I mentioned that tongue-in-cheek.
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 06:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,108
Posted By Kristin
Snakes on a hangglider...

Snakes on a hangglider...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Well, I didn't dislike it, but my brain does not...

Well, I didn't dislike it, but my brain does not process abstract well, and MM was very abstract. I would probably have to watch it over again, then I'm sure I'd appreciate it more.
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 06:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,404
Posted By Kristin
I've heard horror stories about some teenage boot...

I've heard horror stories about some teenage boot camps...
Forum: Introductions 08-26-2008, 06:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,241
Posted By Kristin
Thread hijackers unite! I really should be...

Thread hijackers unite! I really should be cooking dinner now. You guys are evilly addictive.

Darkangel, I get called emo too. And I'm 35, old enough to be yer momma! Fill out the questionnaire...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 06:42 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
I used to have it on VHS, but it disappeared a...

I used to have it on VHS, but it disappeared a few years ago. Sad, because my dad gave it to me, and he's gone now.

Mirrormask kind of freaked me out. That was a Neil Gaiman film, wasn't it?
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 06:33 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
It was both FLAME WARS LOLOLOL and rinse and...

It was both FLAME WARS LOLOLOL and rinse and repeat that got me.

Oh, and dragging the topic back to Beetlejuice for a millisecond, I'm listening to the opening song right now. I have it on my...
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 06:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,589
Posted By Kristin
I'll see you there...in a bit. Got a function to...

I'll see you there...in a bit. Got a function to attend at Barnes & Noble in a few. Must put on my anti-spending-money suit...
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 06:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,589
Posted By Kristin
I think most of us do at one time or another....

I think most of us do at one time or another. I've had my moments quite a bit this last year, actually. My mom came dangerously close to suicide a few times too. I had to talk her out of it one time....
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 06:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,589
Posted By Kristin
That's a funny mental image.

That's a funny mental image.
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 06:16 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
You have made my day, Lethean!

You have made my day, Lethean!
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 06:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,589
Posted By Kristin
Darkangel, I lost my step-dad last October to...

Darkangel, I lost my step-dad last October to suicide, and can't even describe how it destroys the lives of the ones left behind. I really hope you aren't seriously considering this. Please post an...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 06:10 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Ohhh okay! I'm sorry. Silly me. I'm just having...

Ohhh okay! I'm sorry. Silly me. I'm just having an insecure day because I'm about to face the critics at my writer's critique group tonight. I know though, I only visit this forum and one other, and...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 05:52 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Just tried to make a funny on the randomness...

Just tried to make a funny on the randomness thread. BTW, I love the movie too.
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 05:15 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
Aw Jeez, Humane. Do you do what I do, and...

Aw Jeez, Humane. Do you do what I do, and normally obsess over mistakes, or is this because of the nature of this particular one? We're all human. Sorry that happened, and wishing you some luck...
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 05:13 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Here you go, DementiaNocturne: BEETLEJUICE...

Here you go, DementiaNocturne:

BEETLEJUICE IN 5 SECONDS (http://thatguywiththeglasses.com/videolinks/thatguywiththeglasses/5-second-movies/78-beetlejuice)

Hee hee.
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 05:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,108
Posted By Kristin
How about going clubbing with Seal?

How about going clubbing with Seal?
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,949
Posted By Kristin
Aw, I'm sorry. It's hard to give up those pets...

Aw, I'm sorry. It's hard to give up those pets that have become your family members. Maybe you can sneak them over? ;) I don't know, I don't think they should be illegal. They're required to be fixed...
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 10:08 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 17,109
Posted By Kristin
Bastard, you got that song stuck in my head!

Bastard, you got that song stuck in my head!
Forum: Introductions 08-26-2008, 09:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,386
Posted By Kristin
I don't know whether to be proud or disturbed...

I don't know whether to be proud or disturbed that I knew the origin behind Sephiroth's name as well. LOL

And nice to meet you. Oh hey, I got to meet the members of Within Temptation last summer....
Forum: General 08-26-2008, 09:56 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Bwuahaha! Natural bustle! I have one of those...

Bwuahaha! Natural bustle! I have one of those myself. ;)

Oh no, the whole wedding was about 40K, but I'm sure the dress itself was several thousand. I don't have anything against people who want...
Forum: Whining 08-26-2008, 06:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,152
Posted By Kristin
They have ROTC in our high schools here too. It's...

They have ROTC in our high schools here too. It's probably regional, as I think I remember there wasn't ROTC when I went to high school in California.
Forum: General 08-25-2008, 09:37 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Tam, I waited too, and our sex life is fine. It...

Tam, I waited too, and our sex life is fine. It took some practice, but we have no complaints in that department now!

I think your dress is lovely. Kudos for not indulging in an insane...
Forum: Spooky News 08-25-2008, 09:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,259
Posted By Kristin
Heh, seriously!

Heh, seriously!
Forum: Spooky News 08-25-2008, 08:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,259
Posted By Kristin
He was probably upset that her "virtual persona"...

He was probably upset that her "virtual persona" did not match her actual physical persona.
Forum: Whining 08-25-2008, 08:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,297
Posted By Kristin
Can't wear the corsets in hot, sticky weather....

Can't wear the corsets in hot, sticky weather. Well, I could if I really wanted to be that miserable. I'm counting the days until it gets cooler.
Forum: Whining 08-25-2008, 05:17 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 17,109
Posted By Kristin
Neither! I hate soda, except the occasional root...

Neither! I hate soda, except the occasional root beer.
Forum: Whining 08-25-2008, 03:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,297
Posted By Kristin
You are right! Nevada to be exact, which was...

You are right! Nevada to be exact, which was getting some big ones but has settled down somewhat in the past few months. *knock on wood*

My husband stayed home to help with getting the kids off to...
Forum: Whining 08-25-2008, 11:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,297
Posted By Kristin
That's scary! We get earthquakes. I guess we all...

That's scary! We get earthquakes. I guess we all have our natural disaster zones. Ugh. LOL

I am hating life, I got about one hour of sleep last night, and my mom is coming over today so instead of...
Forum: Whining 08-25-2008, 08:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,297
Posted By Kristin
I love fall, it's my favorite season. Boo about...

I love fall, it's my favorite season. Boo about the hurricanes though. I've woken up to that siren once, it's not a pretty alarm clock noise!
Forum: General 08-25-2008, 08:34 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
You made that? I love it!

You made that? I love it!
Forum: Whining 08-25-2008, 12:50 AM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
Jeez Saya, you have all the forces of nature...

Jeez Saya, you have all the forces of nature against you today! LOL But I don't mean to laugh, I have been there myself. Hope you feel better soon.

Have a nice first day back Solumina and anyone...
Forum: Fashion 08-25-2008, 12:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
Oh BTW NightmareInShiningArmour, do you know...

Oh BTW NightmareInShiningArmour, do you know where the D rings might be sold? I'm loving this idea more and more by the minute. So many possibilities with just a few basic tees and tanks.
Forum: Whining 08-24-2008, 09:28 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
LOL Laptops suck sometimes, but it's still the...

LOL Laptops suck sometimes, but it's still the one non-living thing I'd save in a fire. *sigh* Stupid dependence on electronic appliances that I didn't have to worry about before this decade.
...
Forum: TV, Movies, & Games 08-24-2008, 09:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,452
Posted By Kristin
My co-worker sent that one to me. She says my...

My co-worker sent that one to me. She says my daughter and I are emo. I just raised my eyebrows at her. But it is rather funny. "Available at a Hot Topic near you." Hee hee
Forum: General 08-24-2008, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1,011
Views: 92,770
Posted By Kristin
..Musical..

..Musical..
Forum: Whining 08-24-2008, 09:22 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
Sometimes the kids bang on the keyboard, but...

Sometimes the kids bang on the keyboard, but they're not allowed on it anymore, and I was on it for about an hour before it happened. So weird! Maybe it's residual damage from something the kids did....
Forum: Whining 08-24-2008, 09:12 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
It was happening on every application. But I...

It was happening on every application. But I restarted the computer and it's working fine now, although I'm still bewildered by it. LOL I need to back up my files, but I'm having a problem with the...
Forum: General 08-24-2008, 08:53 PM
Replies: 621
Views: 69,726
Posted By Kristin
At this point in time: fragile

At this point in time: fragile
Forum: Whining 08-24-2008, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
Testing...what in the crap is going on? I'm on my...

Testing...what in the crap is going on? I'm on my desk computer now. My laptop is typing everything backwards. It's a Dell Inspiron. Has anyone run across this kind of problem? I'm sort of amused but...
Forum: Whining 08-24-2008, 08:41 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
???sdrawkcab gnipyt potpal ym si yhW ?potpal ym...

???sdrawkcab gnipyt potpal ym si yhW ?potpal ym htiw gnorw si lleh eht tahW
Forum: Fashion 08-24-2008, 07:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
Oh, I agree. I wear mine with a top under them so...

Oh, I agree. I wear mine with a top under them so they're not revealing, but they'd still look too adult on her. However, a vest would be a good look for her.
Forum: Fashion 08-24-2008, 03:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
That's a cool idea. I was trying something...

That's a cool idea. I was trying something similar to that but with grommets instead, and failed miserably. The D rings are a great idea, and probably much easier.
Forum: Fashion 08-24-2008, 03:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,859
Posted By Kristin
Boy, you sure have me pegged! *falls on the floor...

Boy, you sure have me pegged! *falls on the floor laughing*
Forum: Fashion 08-24-2008, 03:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
That vest is great, isn't it? I love it too. I...

That vest is great, isn't it? I love it too. I think that vests are going to be her signature thing when she really gets into this. She still makes a face when I mention her trying a corset. That's...
Forum: General 08-24-2008, 03:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,404
Posted By Kristin
We lived in a haunted house when I was 10. We saw...

We lived in a haunted house when I was 10. We saw some horribly scary things there. Whatever it was, it wasn't friendly. I've always said the Ghost Hunters would have a blast at that house. I've also...
Forum: Fashion 08-24-2008, 02:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
Barghest, I always thought fashion design would...

Barghest, I always thought fashion design would be so much fun! I love sewing, but am not good at designing things. My mom taught me how to sew too, but only a couple of years ago. LOL I'm actually...
Forum: Introductions 08-24-2008, 12:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,192
Posted By Kristin
Nice to meet you! We have a lot in common with...

Nice to meet you! We have a lot in common with books and music taste. Depeche Mode... Slurp.
Forum: Whining 08-24-2008, 12:08 AM
Replies: 762
Views: 99,066
Posted By Kristin
That sucks, I hope it isn't that. I've heard...

That sucks, I hope it isn't that. I've heard shingles isn't much fun.
Forum: General 08-24-2008, 12:06 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,228
Posted By Kristin
I am so right-brained I can't even force the...

I am so right-brained I can't even force the dancer to go the other way with my mind; when I was a kid, we used to drive by those giant wind turbines on our way to Santa Cruz, and I'd be able to make...
Forum: Fashion 08-24-2008, 12:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,859
Posted By Kristin
I do that sometimes, and it surprises me too...

I do that sometimes, and it surprises me too because I'm non-confrontational to a fault. I like you though GJ, or at least I don't think I dislike you. Not like I think you were holding your breath...
Forum: Fashion 08-23-2008, 11:58 PM
Replies: 2,745
Views: 472,105
Posted By Kristin
Also dressed for slacking after work. Hair in...

Also dressed for slacking after work. Hair in pigtails, black tee, black jammie pants, my favorite leather and silver bracelets, silver shot bead necklace. Although I have to change into jeans for...
Forum: Whining 08-23-2008, 11:50 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 99,066
Posted By Kristin
Why is the rash suspicious? Were you doing...

Why is the rash suspicious? Were you doing something naughty with your elbow? ;)
Forum: Whining 08-23-2008, 10:03 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
I'm crossing my fingers that it will dry out, but...

I'm crossing my fingers that it will dry out, but not holding out for it. My husband's out of town, but he called me at work, laughing at me because a few months ago he ruined his PDA by dropping it...
Forum: Fashion 08-23-2008, 09:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,859
Posted By Kristin
Some people on this forum can be turds, which is...

Some people on this forum can be turds, which is why I've only been back a few days after a couple months' absence.

I like the romantic goth look too, and I've found that I have a budding fondness...
Forum: Whining 08-23-2008, 03:26 PM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
I JUST PUT MY CELL PHONE IN THE WASHING MACHINE!!...

I JUST PUT MY CELL PHONE IN THE WASHING MACHINE!! My wonderful, super cool cell phone, sim card, extra storage card, and all. It's my second-favorite material thing next to my laptop. My previous...
Forum: Literature 08-23-2008, 01:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,424
Posted By Kristin
Got me lots of lyric sites. LOL But I get it.

Got me lots of lyric sites. LOL But I get it.
Forum: Literature 08-23-2008, 01:41 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,424
Posted By Kristin
Thanks. I must have been tired (graveyard will do...

Thanks. I must have been tired (graveyard will do that to you) not to have made the connection yesterday, I have actually seen it. LOL
Forum: TV, Movies, & Games 08-23-2008, 02:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,911
Posted By Kristin
I was going to say that one! LOL We've started...

I was going to say that one! LOL We've started quoting it in our family as a bad joke.
Forum: General 08-23-2008, 02:26 AM
Replies: 3,459
Views: 273,985
Posted By Kristin
Many snuggles, hugs, and maybe a sneaked-in kiss....

Many snuggles, hugs, and maybe a sneaked-in kiss. Because according to my 8yo who was reading over my shoulder, "This is the goth forum. Goths don't hug!"

"Yes they do, Eva. I'm goth and I like...
Forum: General 08-23-2008, 02:14 AM
Replies: 1,632
Views: 146,536
Posted By Kristin
10/10 because I just love that picture of you!

10/10 because I just love that picture of you!
Forum: General 08-23-2008, 02:11 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Oops, edited because I posted in the wrong...

Oops, edited because I posted in the wrong thread. Silly me.
Forum: Whining 08-23-2008, 02:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,447
Posted By Kristin
I'm a waitress and get that attitude a lot from...

I'm a waitress and get that attitude a lot from my customers, probably more than the generous ones. But the nice ones make far more impact on me. A few weeks ago, one of my customers left me a $50...
Forum: Literature 08-23-2008, 02:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,686
Posted By Kristin
Mitsy: I prefer 3rd person too, which is why I'm...

Mitsy: I prefer 3rd person too, which is why I'm having such a hard decision about whether to keep my book in 1st. It was much easier to write in 1st person, but I have no idea if it's really what's...
Forum: General 08-22-2008, 05:39 PM
Replies: 3,459
Views: 273,985
Posted By Kristin
Hugs all around! I like hugs.

Hugs all around! I like hugs.
Forum: Literature 08-22-2008, 05:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,424
Posted By Kristin
I'm silly, but I don't remember ever hearing that...

I'm silly, but I don't remember ever hearing that phrase used. Can you give an example?
Forum: Literature 08-22-2008, 05:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,424
Posted By Kristin
Someone recently asked a question like this at...

Someone recently asked a question like this at yahoo.answers. I remember some of the replies:

Starting a book with a weather report, that bores the reader and doesn't give him/her the hook to want...
Forum: Literature 08-22-2008, 05:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,686
Posted By Kristin
Who cares what they think anyway Duane, as long...

Who cares what they think anyway Duane, as long as your safety isn't threatened. I know what you mean, though. You don't want your views to be misconstrued, and who likes really negative criticism?
...
Forum: Whining 08-22-2008, 05:15 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 11,871
Posted By Kristin
I just stumbled upon this, and you have my...

I just stumbled upon this, and you have my prayers, good thoughts, and emotional support.
Forum: General 08-22-2008, 04:18 PM
Replies: 1,632
Views: 146,536
Posted By Kristin
Aw. I just didn't want to look like a show-off...

Aw. I just didn't want to look like a show-off mom. LOL

8/10 for cool hair and enviable paleness.
Forum: Fashion 08-22-2008, 04:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,299
Posted By Kristin
Hee hee. It's like my 2yo got a time machine and...

Hee hee. It's like my 2yo got a time machine and showed me what she'll be doing in 10 years. Most likely with my makeup, as usual.
Forum: General 08-22-2008, 01:34 PM
Replies: 1,632
Views: 146,536
Posted By Kristin
8/10 for being animated. I changed mine!

8/10 for being animated.

I changed mine!
Forum: Fashion 08-22-2008, 01:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
She's been DIYing some steampunk jewelry but is...

She's been DIYing some steampunk jewelry but is taking a break from that while we search for some larger gears. I haven't had any luck there.

I'm going to sew a few of her vests, and she'll watch...
Forum: Whining 08-22-2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 750
Views: 89,440
Posted By Kristin
I'm being forced to go to the movie with my...

I'm being forced to go to the movie with my daughter Lia, her friends, my friend, and possibly her boyfriend (who hopefully will puke with Lia and I). Lia's friends are Twilight fans but one of them...
Forum: Fashion 08-22-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
Chelseagirl, we're both really liking your...

Chelseagirl, we're both really liking your suggestions! I have a few tops like the Target one, I wear them all the time with and without my corsets.

She really loves the long-sleeved poofy tops...
Forum: Fashion 08-22-2008, 01:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
She got her taste from me! ;) I've mentioned...

She got her taste from me! ;)

I've mentioned this site to her a few times, but she spends most of her free time on the piano. And soon school is starting, I don't imagine she'll have much free...
Forum: Whining 08-22-2008, 11:31 AM
Replies: 750
Views: 89,440
Posted By Kristin
Oh yeah! I was going to check out that link but...

Oh yeah! I was going to check out that link but forgot!
Forum: Whining 08-22-2008, 11:28 AM
Replies: 750
Views: 89,440
Posted By Kristin
Which song are they putting in the movie anyway?

Which song are they putting in the movie anyway?
Forum: Fashion 08-22-2008, 02:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,983
Posted By Kristin
Back to school shopping! Help needed

My 15yo has outgrown her old tomboy style and really needs some new clothes. She loves the Victorian style and steampunk, but I have a feeling she's going to feel a little awkward changing her style...
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 10:41 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 99,066
Posted By Kristin
I think so, but I'm not sure if child-related...

I think so, but I'm not sure if child-related damage (would that be under negligence or willful destruction? LOL) is covered. I'll have to resume whining at the hubby about it when he comes back from...
Forum: Fashion 08-21-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,035
Posted By Kristin
Glad you went with the burgundy, that along with...

Glad you went with the burgundy, that along with red is the perfect lining color, in my opinion. And it's not pink, sheesh. It's GOTH PINK! ;)

I'd love a cloak myself, it's kinda close to a cape...
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 08:59 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 99,066
Posted By Kristin
Mine's a Dell too. Got any advice on how I can...

Mine's a Dell too. Got any advice on how I can get another screen?
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 08:50 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 99,066
Posted By Kristin
One of my kids put a huge dead line down the...

One of my kids put a huge dead line down the right/center of my laptop screen, so my laptop has a boo-boo that won't heal. :(
Forum: General 08-21-2008, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1,632
Views: 146,536
Posted By Kristin
10/10 because it's pretty, and a good shot for a...

10/10 because it's pretty, and a good shot for a small picture. I really need to get a new one for myself.
Forum: Spooky News 08-21-2008, 08:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,012
Posted By Kristin
It's soo Artemis Fowl!

It's soo Artemis Fowl!
Forum: Literature 08-21-2008, 08:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,686
Posted By Kristin
Wise words, Humane. I would guess that extreme...

Wise words, Humane. I would guess that extreme popularity also breeds extreme hatred. I wouldn't want either; having gaggles of screaming teenagers fawning over your characters' every move is...
Forum: General 08-21-2008, 08:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,345
Posted By Kristin
I showed a couple of them to my 10yo and she...

I showed a couple of them to my 10yo and she freaked out. It would be like the best punishment ever. "If you hit your brother again, you're getting the DOLL in your room tonight!"
Forum: General 08-21-2008, 08:02 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
I am uber-multitasking: posting on g.net, reading...

I am uber-multitasking: posting on g.net, reading posts on another forum, directing my kids in how to cook their own frozen pizzas, and trying to keep my cat's greedy paws out of my delicious chicken...
Forum: General 08-21-2008, 06:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,345
Posted By Kristin
Oh yeah, I can imagine giving any of those to my...

Oh yeah, I can imagine giving any of those to my kids for Christmas! LOL
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,150
Posted By Kristin
Well, I'm 35 and I don't have stuff figured out...

Well, I'm 35 and I don't have stuff figured out either. When my mom was going through the worst of it, I felt like a little kid again, way out of my league. It's really scary for even an adult child...
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 99,066
Posted By Kristin
It's gonna hurt a while but the worst will be...

It's gonna hurt a while but the worst will be over before 2 weeks. I still remember that pain. (HUGS)

I'm teaching my 15yo how to drive and she's crazy, so all my nerves have boo-boos.
Forum: General 08-21-2008, 07:12 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
I am having random username regrets. I hate that...

I am having random username regrets. I hate that I used my boring real name (I like my real name, it's just boring on g.net), instead of coming up with something more creative and gothlike. Bleh.
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 07:05 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 10,453
Posted By Kristin
Well, I hope it helps at least a little. I do...

Well, I hope it helps at least a little. I do know just how you feel. It also didn't help that my sister was Little Miss Popular. Ugh. LOL
Forum: Literature 08-21-2008, 07:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,686
Posted By Kristin
Hypothetical question here: Since many of us are...

Hypothetical question here: Since many of us are probably hoping to get published someday (in my case I aim for being published, but not for inexplicable, annoying tweenage fame, please spare me...
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 06:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,150
Posted By Kristin
I can just say that I know exactly where you're...

I can just say that I know exactly where you're coming from. There isn't a person on this earth who hasn't run across the kind of people you're describing, many times in fact. Sucky people are...
Forum: Whining 08-21-2008, 06:35 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 10,453
Posted By Kristin
Chances are there's nothing much wrong with you...

Chances are there's nothing much wrong with you other than you just don't fit in. It was like that for me in high school too, no matter how much I tried to fit in or be liked, nothing worked. I'm...
Forum: General 08-21-2008, 06:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,007
Posted By Kristin
Congratulations, and what a beautiful name the...

Congratulations, and what a beautiful name the baby has. Over 8 pounds and no pain meds! You're a brave woman. I did that only once. LOL
Forum: Whining 08-20-2008, 09:58 PM
Replies: 750
Views: 89,440
Posted By Kristin
Tam, I am really looking forward to checking out...

Tam, I am really looking forward to checking out those links! Tomorrow though, because right now I should be dressing for work instead of messing around here.

I'm beginning to like my decision to...
Forum: Literature 08-20-2008, 09:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,686
Posted By Kristin
I have a first draft, but am working on the...

I have a first draft, but am working on the rewrites. On the 3rd rewrite now. It's sucking my will to live! I will return to this thread to get advice on my most urgent concerns such as 3rd vs. 1st...
Forum: Fashion 08-20-2008, 09:23 PM
Replies: 413
Views: 60,231
Posted By Kristin
I usually get teased by my friends and my...

I usually get teased by my friends and my husband, but a few weeks ago at work this older guy asked me if I dress "gothic" (his word) when I'm not at work. I guess that means I'm doing something...
Forum: Whining 08-20-2008, 09:17 PM
Replies: 750
Views: 89,440
Posted By Kristin
Now I'm considering putting my fake nails back...

Now I'm considering putting my fake nails back on, so I can bitchfight you for Matthew! ;) WHAT song are they using in the movie? Please tell me it's not a Muse song.

They opened for MCR?! My...
Forum: General 08-20-2008, 09:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,261
Posted By Kristin
That's because boys are nasty little creatures....

That's because boys are nasty little creatures. ;-P
Forum: Whining 08-20-2008, 06:51 PM
Replies: 750
Views: 89,440
Posted By Kristin
Unfortunately, I am reading Breaking Dawn out of...

Unfortunately, I am reading Breaking Dawn out of morbid curiosity (and I did read the others, please flog me). It's nauseating by the second chapter, and my daughter tells me it only gets worse.
...
Forum: General 08-20-2008, 06:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,261
Posted By Kristin
I'm a lazy mom in some ways. (Interpretation: I'm...

I'm a lazy mom in some ways. (Interpretation: I'm easygoing, or try to be.) I have six kids, so I do have a little bit of experience in the pottytraining area. Four of my kids were pottytrained...
Forum: General 05-22-2008, 07:51 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,869
Posted By Kristin
Megansmom, message me through my profile, okay?...

Megansmom, message me through my profile, okay? We can get in touch that way. I'm pretty sure I'm done here.
Forum: General 05-22-2008, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1,632
Views: 146,536
Posted By Kristin
It's because you sense her evil! She scares me...

It's because you sense her evil! She scares me too.

8/10 because I love the hair, but I'm unclear whether it's you.
Forum: General 05-22-2008, 01:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,860
Posted By Kristin
My husband is a sensei, and two of our girls take...

My husband is a sensei, and two of our girls take karate. They've gone to 3 or 4 tournaments. They started out being really nervous like you, but now they know they're lots of fun. Nerve-wracking...
Forum: General 05-22-2008, 12:18 AM
Replies: 1,632
Views: 146,536
Posted By Kristin
10/10 because I love the understated makeup and...

10/10 because I love the understated makeup and the pretty blue.
Forum: Whining 05-21-2008, 04:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,184
Posted By Kristin
*Hugs SOD*

*Hugs SOD*
Forum: General 05-21-2008, 04:51 PM
Replies: 22,630
Views: 2,690,676
Posted By Kristin
Honeythorn, you look great in your swimming suit!...

Honeythorn, you look great in your swimming suit! Your curves are really sexy - and I say this as one jealous girl to another. LOL I can't do swimming suits anymore, so when I'm swimming I'm in...
Forum: Introductions 05-21-2008, 02:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,364
Posted By Kristin
Well, at least we're being conversational. Fine,...

Well, at least we're being conversational. Fine, welcome, nice to meet you. My brother lived in Hawaii for a few years.
Forum: General 05-20-2008, 11:04 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Hippy bathday! (My brother put that on my...

Hippy bathday! (My brother put that on my birthday cake a few years ago.)
Forum: Introductions 05-20-2008, 11:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,364
Posted By Kristin
I spent a week in North Carolina in July and...

I spent a week in North Carolina in July and wanted to die. 99 degrees, 90% humidity. And I thought our summers were bad here in Nevada. Give me our blistering dry heat any day over Southern humidity...
Forum: Whining 05-20-2008, 08:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,752
Posted By Kristin
Poor thing, she must be so stressed out. I hope...

Poor thing, she must be so stressed out. I hope she can catch up soon. At least her teachers are being good about it.
Forum: Fashion 05-20-2008, 08:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,797
Posted By Kristin
I found some great patterns in Simplicity. I...

I found some great patterns in Simplicity. I haven't tried McCall's yet, but I will. In your experience, which has the easier patterns? I'm still kind of a beginner.
Forum: Fashion 05-19-2008, 11:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,344
Posted By Kristin
True dat. I've always wanted to say that for some...

True dat. I've always wanted to say that for some bizarre reason. But I recently got a tank top from Hot Topic (I had to go there to get some striped tights and could not resist this top) that has...
Forum: Introductions 05-19-2008, 11:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,196
Posted By Kristin
Yeah and you end up paying for it out the wazoo...

Yeah and you end up paying for it out the wazoo too!
Forum: Fashion 05-19-2008, 05:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,797
Posted By Kristin
Uh-oh. I can hardly wait to begin. LOL I'm glad I...

Uh-oh. I can hardly wait to begin. LOL I'm glad I bought cheap stuff to start with.

Oh, on a slightly related note, my husband just replaced my broken sewing machine with a pretty cool floor model...
Forum: General 05-19-2008, 01:03 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
On a dare from my kids, I ran out to my car to...

On a dare from my kids, I ran out to my car to get a book, wearing nothing but a short towel. Tee hee
Forum: General 05-19-2008, 12:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,068
Posted By Kristin
I would have gone with my daughter too and we...

I would have gone with my daughter too and we probably would have had a little fun making fun of everyone else, but otherwise we'd have been out of there early too. I know a few guys who do no drugs...
Forum: Fashion 05-19-2008, 12:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,797
Posted By Kristin
I'll have to look for some of that tape when I'm...

I'll have to look for some of that tape when I'm at the fabric store. I did find an eyelet tool for about $1.50 (it was on sale), and I bought a few cheap tank tops to experiment with.
Forum: Introductions 05-19-2008, 12:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,196
Posted By Kristin
Oh, I didn't know that. Well, at least you...

Oh, I didn't know that. Well, at least you weren't doing something wrong. I've only been posting here for a few weeks, so it won't be long before you can post links to your goofinesses too. ;)
Forum: Introductions 05-18-2008, 06:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,196
Posted By Kristin
Yeah, you could totally complete the game right...

Yeah, you could totally complete the game right away if you know how to do it, but what fun is that? LOL

Allow me to provide the shrubbery for Oblivious Nexus: THE ROYAL SHRUBBERY...
Forum: General 05-18-2008, 06:07 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
That happened to me a couple weeks ago. I bought...

That happened to me a couple weeks ago. I bought something that should have been medium burgundy, and it turned my hair dark purple-black. It looked horrible on me.
Forum: Introductions 05-18-2008, 04:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,196
Posted By Kristin
You just mentioned Myst, which makes you even...

You just mentioned Myst, which makes you even cooler in my opinion. </shameless buttkissing> And growing up around a mortuary also sounds like it was very interesting.
Forum: General 05-18-2008, 04:08 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
I would break my ankles in those things! LOL I'd...

I would break my ankles in those things! LOL I'd totally be that wobbly model who kept falling down on the catwalk.

They are, however, very cool. But because of my height, I tend to get shoes...
Forum: General 05-18-2008, 04:06 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 11,209
Posted By Kristin
Mine said ADD. ?!?? Noooo. I do in real life,...

Mine said ADD. ?!?? Noooo. I do in real life, however, have OCD and Tourette Syndrome.
Forum: Literature 05-17-2008, 01:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Posted By Kristin
Thanks, HP. I haven't yet edited this, and...

Thanks, HP. I haven't yet edited this, and probably won't since I wrote it just to be writing something - it's nothing I want to polish and send off anywhere, since it was a personal experience and...
Forum: Fashion 05-17-2008, 12:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,215
Posted By Kristin
Well, I emailed the girl I got it from, and she...

Well, I emailed the girl I got it from, and she says I can send it back and she'll send me the proper size. I have a ton of beautiful, good-as-new dresses and tops that I'm giving to charity this...
Forum: General 05-16-2008, 04:22 PM
Replies: 22,630
Views: 2,690,676
Posted By Kristin
Solumina, you're a cute little pixie. ;)

Solumina, you're a cute little pixie. ;)
Forum: Fashion 05-16-2008, 03:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,215
Posted By Kristin
Aw man...I just got the bustier today. It's...

Aw man...I just got the bustier today. It's gorgeous, but much too big. It seems like I lost a little weight--not a lot, but enough to make a difference with this item. I'm going to exchange it,...
Forum: Fashion 05-16-2008, 02:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,797
Posted By Kristin
My favorite pants are my work pants, they're not...

My favorite pants are my work pants, they're not jeans but some kind of cotton blend close to jeans. They're boot-cut, and I'm toying with the idea of doing something with ribbons on the sides of the...
Forum: Literature 05-16-2008, 02:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Posted By Kristin
Shots fired? Where is that? Thanks for the input....

Shots fired? Where is that? Thanks for the input. :) I'm only writing this for fun and not for any desire to get it published. But I probably should have cleaned up the writing and dialogue before...
Forum: Introductions 05-16-2008, 02:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,196
Posted By Kristin
We the Goths of Ni demand a shrubbery! Or prepare...

We the Goths of Ni demand a shrubbery! Or prepare to perform the fish slapping dance.
Forum: Literature 05-16-2008, 03:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Posted By Kristin
What the crap? How come M ichelle is censored...

What the crap? How come M ichelle is censored out? *sigh* Guess I'll have to change her name.
Forum: Literature 05-16-2008, 03:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Posted By Kristin
A short work in progress

“Come on!” Sarah bounced up and down on the needle-strewn path. “My mom and Linda said they could only distract the boys for a few minutes. They'll realize we're not in the house anymore.”

“I...
Forum: Fashion 05-16-2008, 01:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,797
Posted By Kristin
Oh yeah! Thanks, Kontan. Walmart is about the...

Oh yeah! Thanks, Kontan. Walmart is about the only place you can go to around here for gadgets like that - or I could try craft stores. I've been looking around at thrift shops and more obscure...
Forum: Music 05-16-2008, 01:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,454
Posted By Kristin
Yeah, it was REALLY her, she owned that look. It...

Yeah, it was REALLY her, she owned that look. It was ugly as hell on me, but she looked classic. I wasn't a fan of her matronly, stark lipstick though.
Forum: Spooky News 05-16-2008, 01:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,838
Posted By Kristin
She is really into DIY now, and she's very...

She is really into DIY now, and she's very excited that nobody else in town seems to be into steampunk. I won a few lots of gears on Ebay for her birthday. I kid around with her about her shoes, call...
Forum: Fashion 05-16-2008, 01:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,797
Posted By Kristin
Eyelets/grommets

I'm sure my idea is far from original, and maybe even silly, but I claim tiredness. Heh

Anyway, today I bought a tank top with a corset-style ribbon threaded down the front. Looks awesome in my...
Forum: Spooky News 05-16-2008, 01:20 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,838
Posted By Kristin
Yeah, the high school that my oldest is going to...

Yeah, the high school that my oldest is going to next year I jokingly refer to as Emo High. During lunchtime, the Port of Subs across the street becomes Port of Emos. It's fun to drive through the...
Forum: Whining 05-16-2008, 12:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,546
Posted By Kristin
Solumina, the cost has definitely been...

Solumina, the cost has definitely been prohibitive and the reason I haven't done anything before now. I know some people to talk to about getting started though, plus we're on a new insurance where...
Forum: General 05-16-2008, 12:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,907
Posted By Kristin
I wish I could carry that button around with me...

I wish I could carry that button around with me in portable form.
Forum: Music 05-16-2008, 12:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,454
Posted By Kristin
I remember trying to do my makeup like her when...

I remember trying to do my makeup like her when Peek-A-Boo came out, and failing miserably. She has such beautiful eyes.
Forum: Spooky News 05-15-2008, 11:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,838
Posted By Kristin
What about mainstream kids who commit suicide? I...

What about mainstream kids who commit suicide? I went with my mom to her suicide support group a few times. Many of the members were grieving the loss of teenagers or young adults, none of whom fit...
Forum: Music 05-15-2008, 05:48 PM
Replies: 369
Views: 67,726
Posted By Kristin
I think most of the music I listen to isn't...

I think most of the music I listen to isn't considered goth by the elitists, but it isn't mainstream either. I hate mainstream passionately (as in what's Top 40, if they even do Top 40 anymore, I...
Forum: Whining 05-15-2008, 05:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,546
Posted By Kristin
Thanks guys! I do need to join that site. I know...

Thanks guys! I do need to join that site. I know he is verbally abusive at times, and that it goes in cycles that will not stop on their own without help. I'm trying to line up help now. The...
Forum: Whining 05-15-2008, 04:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,184
Posted By Kristin
(((HUGS EVERYONE))) I've never really been a...

(((HUGS EVERYONE))) I've never really been a huggy person until recently, now I just love to hug.
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,752
Posted By Kristin
Oh hey, Lia and I talked to her counselor today,...

Oh hey, Lia and I talked to her counselor today, and he said that she can work on her credits through high school and summer school for as long as she needs. He said every class is flexible except...
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 05:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,546
Posted By Kristin
Ophelia, you sound like my mom, but that's a...

Ophelia, you sound like my mom, but that's a compliment. My mom's one of the wisest people I've ever met and I would have been a lot better off if I'd listened to her more often.

We talked a...
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 03:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,546
Posted By Kristin
I think that's exactly what it is. I remember...

I think that's exactly what it is. I remember when he was still in college, during finals he was an absolute monster to be around. I'd love it if he would talk about what stressing him out, or just...
Forum: Fashion 05-14-2008, 02:03 PM
Replies: 1,442
Views: 287,986
Posted By Kristin
When I was in high school, my sister and I got...

When I was in high school, my sister and I got our wisdoms pulled within a couple weeks of each other. I kept the teeth (even hers, heh gross), cleaned them up, put clear nail polish on them, and...
Forum: Literature 05-14-2008, 01:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,599
Posted By Kristin
I'm not; I was replying to you because you...

I'm not; I was replying to you because you replied to me.
Forum: General 05-14-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,765
Posted By Kristin
That sounds cute, and I look forward to seeing...

That sounds cute, and I look forward to seeing your avatar when you find it. Sorry I can't help; I searched for a good one too before I settled on this one, my youngest looking goth after she got...
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,546
Posted By Kristin
THANK you guys! It's so baffling to me, how he...

THANK you guys! It's so baffling to me, how he can hold his resentment in and then let me have it when I'm not expecting it. I tried talking about it with him during lunch and it just got worse. He...
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 01:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,546
Posted By Kristin
Tell me I'm not crazy!

I really need to know. Am I just way too sensitive, or is this out of line? Because my husband just seems to either get his buttons pushed way too easily, or likes to push my buttons, or both. Or I...
Forum: General 05-14-2008, 01:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,235
Posted By Kristin
I would miss my laptop the most, because it's my...

I would miss my laptop the most, because it's my doorway to most of the people I know in my life.

I would regret putting things off so long that I never got any of my dreams accomplished, even...
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 01:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By Kristin
Oh, I forgot to add that my step-dad didn't have...

Oh, I forgot to add that my step-dad didn't have insurance, therefore no regular doctor. He kept getting shuffled around, and wasn't given the best of care since nobody he saw even seemed to care....
Forum: Whining 05-14-2008, 12:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,533
Posted By Kristin
Depression isn't a sign of weakness, so don't...

Depression isn't a sign of weakness, so don't beat yourself up over that. I've suffered from depression off and on over the years. Zoloft made me feel the most normal, but wreaked havoc with my sex...
Forum: Whining 05-13-2008, 09:26 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,732
Posted By Kristin
What Megansmom and Renatus said. It's hard to...

What Megansmom and Renatus said. It's hard to believe my intelligent, responsible, articulate daughter - who would never dream of speaking to adults that way - is the same age as the original poster....
Forum: Whining 05-13-2008, 07:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,062
Posted By Kristin
Sometimes it's really fun to lead them on, make...

Sometimes it's really fun to lead them on, make them think they got you.
Forum: Fashion 05-13-2008, 07:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,344
Posted By Kristin
It was something she said, I hadn't seen them...

It was something she said, I hadn't seen them before then. I don't know if she's right or wrong, but she went through a phase where she was scared to death that anything goth she wore would mislabel...
Forum: Fashion 05-13-2008, 07:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,544
Posted By Kristin
Oh, never mind my question in the other thread...

Oh, never mind my question in the other thread about where you had the pictures. LOL I'll go look at these now...
Forum: General 05-13-2008, 07:05 PM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Yay! Where do you have the pics? I'll show them...

Yay! Where do you have the pics? I'll show them to Lia and she can tell me her favorites.
Forum: General 05-13-2008, 08:17 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Korinna, sorry I just saw this. Sometimes gnet...

Korinna, sorry I just saw this. Sometimes gnet doesn't mark a thread as having anything new in it, even if it does. Does this happen to anyone else?

Anyway, if you still have them after we get...
Forum: Fashion 05-12-2008, 11:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,544
Posted By Kristin
Oh, I'd love to see. Although I might not be able...

Oh, I'd love to see. Although I might not be able to buy. :( Spent way too much money lately.
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 10:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,599
Posted By Kristin
This was one of those personal writing...

This was one of those personal writing preferences things, and once he told me why he used that particular word to convey his point, I told him I understood what he meant. He writes with more imagery...
Forum: Introductions 05-12-2008, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,842
Posted By Kristin
Hi! So far that's about three of us original 80s...

Hi! So far that's about three of us original 80s goths who married country boys. I myself have six kids, and my oldest is a nerdy goth - if that subcategory even exists.
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 09:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kristin
I so appreciate your advice, AC! *big cyber...

I so appreciate your advice, AC! *big cyber cookie to you* My daughter has told me as well that the romance takes off too quickly. I tried to fix it but am still at a loss, since I don't usually...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kristin
Part 5 and finally the end! # Emalind...

Part 5 and finally the end!


#
Emalind was glad it was overcast; bright light still bothered her eyes. She sat on her chestnut mare, while Reed tightened the saddlebags. He finished, and...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kristin
Part 4 # . . . The dirt underneath her...

Part 4


#
. . . The dirt underneath her was surprisingly soft, and she found she could stretch out without bumping into wooden walls. She smelled hot cider, but she shouldn't be able to smell...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kristin
Part 3 Emalind cracked one eye open. ...

Part 3


Emalind cracked one eye open. After several minutes of squinting and forcing her eyes open a fraction at a time, she was finally able to see the edges of the hole Reed had carved, the...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kristin
Part 2. I'm not sure why the paragraphs and tabs...

Part 2. I'm not sure why the paragraphs and tabs aren't showing up. I have them in the actual document. Sorry about that.


And the last words he'd said had started to gnaw at her mind like her...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kristin
Seven Years for Seven Berries

It's also a tentative title. Please let me know if it doesn't work. I'm planning on sending this out to magazines this week, so don't be afraid to be brutal in your critiques. And I know, it's long...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,816
Posted By Kristin
Okay, I'll post it, and if I foresee a problem...

Okay, I'll post it, and if I foresee a problem with first publishing rights in the off chance that I get a bite from an editor, I can just ask that the story be removed for the time being.

And I...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,599
Posted By Kristin
Okay, sometimes the author picks a word just for...

Okay, sometimes the author picks a word just for the specific effect it has on the passages around it, and I can understand that. :)
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 06:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,599
Posted By Kristin
It's and its are easy: "It's" is only for "it is"...

It's and its are easy: "It's" is only for "it is" and nothing else. If you can't break the word into "it is," throw the apostrophe out.

Nice creepy little story too. I have a suggestion: I found...
Forum: Whining 05-12-2008, 04:54 AM
Replies: 8,089
Poll: Rant Thread
Views: 732,129
Posted By Kristin
Speaking from personal experience, if he keeps it...

Speaking from personal experience, if he keeps it up and doesn't show any signs of changing, he's not going to. Nothing you do will get him to change. It's a lot easier to break up with someone...
Forum: Spooky News 05-12-2008, 04:41 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,157
Posted By Kristin
Okay, but only if you want to talk about it. If...

Okay, but only if you want to talk about it. If it's hard for you to talk about, I'm not trying to push you, just so you know.
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 04:03 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,816
Posted By Kristin
Hee hee, I had actually looked that title up 3...

Hee hee, I had actually looked that title up 3 times while searching for it and still got it wrong! Shows you how tired I am. Thanks for the link!

Hey, I'm wanting to send out my short story to...
Forum: Fashion 05-12-2008, 04:00 AM
Replies: 2,745
Views: 472,105
Posted By Kristin
I was wearing a black-and-white striped...

I was wearing a black-and-white striped nightshirt that said, "Property of Alcatraz - denied, too cute" that my husband just brought me from San Francisco, but I took it off because it's too hot in...
Forum: Fashion 05-12-2008, 03:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,344
Posted By Kristin
My daughter went through about 30 seconds where...

My daughter went through about 30 seconds where she thought they were cool and wanted a pair, then her brain caught up with her and she said, "Emos wear those, I'll just do black or gray jeans." LOL...
Forum: Introductions 05-12-2008, 03:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,513
Posted By Kristin
Hi! Your outfit sounds inspiring, I'd love to see...

Hi! Your outfit sounds inspiring, I'd love to see a picture.
Forum: TV, Movies, & Games 05-12-2008, 02:17 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 40,812
Posted By Kristin
When I was a kid: some really cheesy low-budget...

When I was a kid: some really cheesy low-budget crap from the early 80's called The Children was the first scary movie I ever saw, and gave me nightmares for years. Hmm, what else? I don't watch very...
Forum: Literature 05-12-2008, 02:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,816
Posted By Kristin
Darn you HP! Darn you to heck! You're the reason...

Darn you HP! Darn you to heck! You're the reason I'm unable to sleep right now. Farkin' creepy story. I've been searching for your other story, When Crows Sleep, and can't find it. Do you have the...
Forum: General 05-12-2008, 01:18 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
I keep sitting with one foot under me. And then...

I keep sitting with one foot under me. And then my foot falls excruciatingly asleep. Then I do it again. I never learn.
Forum: Fashion 05-12-2008, 01:02 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,970
Posted By Kristin
I forgot a few. She was blasting Queen today.

I forgot a few. She was blasting Queen today.
Forum: General 05-11-2008, 04:31 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
That's ironic, I myself was shocked rather...

That's ironic, I myself was shocked rather painfully a few hours ago, by an exposed wire near the top of the light for my aquarium (there's no way it can get submerged, so don't worry). I need to...
Forum: Fashion 05-11-2008, 04:21 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,970
Posted By Kristin
There were a few songs of theirs she didn't like...

There were a few songs of theirs she didn't like very much either. They're a lot better than mainstream crap anyway. Hee

To Beauismyhorse: These are not in order since I'm naming them off the top...
Forum: Fashion 05-11-2008, 04:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,698
Posted By Kristin
Gah, that's nuts. I don't have the courage. I...

Gah, that's nuts. I don't have the courage. I heard today from a friend, "If I'd known how much my nose piercing would have hurt before I got it done, I never would have done it."

That decided it...
Forum: Spooky News 05-11-2008, 04:09 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,157
Posted By Kristin
Holy crap. You found him? How old were you? The...

Holy crap. You found him? How old were you? The idea is something I can't even fathom in my nightmares. I had to run over to my mom's house as soon as I found out about it. My husband was out of town...
Forum: General 05-11-2008, 04:00 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Watermelon with salt? I've never heard of that...

Watermelon with salt? I've never heard of that before! Almost necessitates a pre-dawn trip to the grocery store...
Forum: General 05-10-2008, 01:19 AM
Replies: 24,061
Views: 2,409,100
Posted By Kristin
Sooooo jealous. GRRRR

Sooooo jealous. GRRRR
Forum: General 05-09-2008, 04:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,553
Posted By Kristin
This, to me, is the ultimate prom dress: CLICKY...

This, to me, is the ultimate prom dress: CLICKY...
Forum: Introductions 05-09-2008, 03:29 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,719
Posted By Kristin
I was wondering about that! I was thinking either...

I was wondering about that! I was thinking either GC started writing when she was really little, or she's a little older than I thought. Bwaha. But I've done that too, with my daughter's youtube...
Forum: Introductions 05-09-2008, 02:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,719
Posted By Kristin
Not to mention that most big publishers will not...

Not to mention that most big publishers will not accept work without an agent. When I'm finished rewriting my book as much as I can, I'm starting the hunt for an agent. I have a few in mind already....
Forum: Introductions 05-09-2008, 02:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,719
Posted By Kristin
Me too! What was fun, at least for me, in my...

Me too! What was fun, at least for me, in my first book was teasing readers with the possibility of romance, but snatching it away right at the end. It pissed off my test reader, but she admitted it...
Forum: Fashion 05-09-2008, 02:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,970
Posted By Kristin
I'm really laughing right now. My daughter came...

I'm really laughing right now. My daughter came bouncing in a little earlier saying, "I like a Steampunk band!" I asked her who it was, and she said Abney Park. I told her lots of people on the goth...
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