Friday, October 30, 2009

...

Once upon a time, in a dark, dark forest,
there lived a a strange woman, all alone. She never
saw the sun because the wooded forest's density allowed
no light to permeate the trees.
Every night she heard
creaks and groans, moaning and screaming.

She knew they were out there. Every day
on her morning walk, she observed the tree
trunks she had passed by the day before. And
every morning a new chill crept down her spine
as she saw that the old symbols were gone,
and fresh
symbols had appeared.

Never had she expected them to be so active, so...alive.

Never had she expected to be so scared,
so violently full of horrifying terror that she
couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, couldn't breathe.

Never, had she expected to be wrapped in a darkness
so suffocating she could feel its hand clamped over her mouth.

But it was too late. Too late to for an escape.

They knew she was here.

And they knew why.

She should never have convinced
her husband to move out of the city.
She should never have allowed
him to buy that house.

The dense, foreboding mist seeping
into their yard from the forest seemed
to carry with it the echoes of a scream,
the scream of someone who lived long
ago and died an unnatural death.

Time for lunch. Time to make sandwiches.

The children and their father were playing
a game out back...they're safe. She wished
they'd stay away from those trees, though.
She finished cutting the apples and a
strange sensation fell over her.

Why is it so quiet? Why aren't they laughing?

Where are they?

Gone.

And so she was here, in the pit of an
evil monster, home to the graves of countless
innocents, not knowing as she stepped
through the trees, that she was
walking over blood and bones.

How soon would they be her own?




Friday, October 23, 2009

Sitting colorblind









Wouldn't you love to go find a park bench, curl up on it and just read?


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Monday, October 19, 2009

Kris vs. Adam

Kris Allen's new single, "Live Like We're Dying", is now available on iTunes! It's a beautiful thing and so is he. On October 27, Adam Lambert's single, "Time for Miracles", will be available and is going to be featured on the new movie 2012. It's a nice little ballad and not what I was expecting. To be honest, I was a bit bored with it. I like both these guys, but I personally think Kris beat Adam on this one.

Release dates for debut albums:
Kris Allen - Nov. 17

Adam Lambert - Nov. 24




Saturday, October 10, 2009

Can you feel the love tonight?

Disclaimer: If you're male and you get offended easily and you're not going to want to be friends with us after you read this, then don't read it. Simple. Otherwise, please enjoy.

Naming no names, pointing no fingers - putting aside all prejudices and preconceptions about the male species - we've noticed a few things that don't quite add up about how boys act and speak and look and think. Some boys, at least.

So, girls, your hair is either too long or too short, too frizzy or too flat, too fancy or too simple. But make sure it's what guys like. Your body is either too skinny or too fat, too tall or too short, too busty or too flat, but again, make sure it's what guys like. Your face, well with that, there are only two options: cute or not so cute. But girls welcome ratings. So boys, please rate us. If you think that boys don't notice your fashion and style, they do, and more than you think. Take skinny jeans for example. Did you not know that they make your body look unproportional? Did you not know that they accentuate your butt? Did you not know that boys notice all of that? Especially the butt. Actually, we all know that guys notice butts. Also, did you not know that slightly sheer tops, even if you have something modest underneath, are not fashionable either? Nor are boots, unless you're wearing them with skirts. But by all means, do NOT tuck your pants into your boots. Don't wear shawls either. You might even be pushing it with a scarf.

What else...hmmm...if you're not as cute as the girl next to you, be sure to flirt with the hot guys you're around and make them feel awkward, although they will definitely feel flattered and you'll make their head swell to the size of a watermelon and they'll brag to their friends about how you flirted with them even though you're the 'not-so-cute one'.

Now for things you can actually control: facial hair - only eyebrows are allowed, hair color - make sure you find out what color hair the guy you're interested in likes and then dye your hair that color. It's all about conforming, people. Make sure the ratio between your hips and waist is what will attract guys. Make sure your eyes aren't too far apart. Make sure your teeth are proportional to your nose. Make sure your ears are the right distance from your forehead. If none of that's working for you, don't worry, there are doctors who are willing to fix it for a small fee.

To whatever females read this blog, some of you have been lucky enough to find a male type who is mature enough not to let all of this get in the way of how he sees the world. To all others, we believe there is still hope to find guys like that. In the meantime, maybe the critical boys who fit our description should take a good hard look at themselves in the mirror and realize that they are not all that they think they are and maybe, just maybe, they should not be so stinking picky and judgmental about girls. Wonder why you don't have a girlfriend or you're not married? We used to wonder that, too. But we're beginning to understand. You're waiting for the right girl. But, what makes you think that when that girl with the perfect proportions, perfect face, hair, smile, eyes, body - perfect everything comes along, what makes you think she'll want you? Hmmm...something to think about...

Guys, you know we think you're great. Just be nicer, okay? To those of you who try to be gentlemen, thanks. We appreciate it. You may think that girls are mean to each other, but we're genetically inclined to be protective of our gender when it's getting bashed.

Love, Rose and Holly

p.s. In other news, did you know that if you stick your ipod headphones into your nostrils and open your mouth, you can hear the music playing out of your mouth?

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

So simple...

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Is this not the coolest thing you've ever seen?

I love it.

Rose


Friday, October 2, 2009

It's today

Today, I woke up from a really pleasant dream right before the best part was about to happen. I went back to sleep to try to continue the dream and overslept for a half hour.

Today, is Friday.

Today, I really want to go see Tim Burton's movie 9. Looks so artsy. What a cool man.

Today, a 70+ old violin-maker man with a German accent told me I looked nice. Thing is, I woke up and was out of my house within 10 minutes this morning. His glasses must've been dirty.

Today, it feels really good outside. Fall is wonderful.

Today, I think I've had more conversations through Facebook chat than in person. Sad or...?

Today, I've been studying for an Anthropology test. I've never studied for so long a time and been so unproductive.

Today, I'm looking forward to General Conference tomorrow and Sunday.

Today, I learned that water has been found on the moon. My hope of a future family boating vacation into outer space has been revived.

Today, I get to start reading David Copperfield. It's only 729 pages. Easy.

Today is probably the 985,230,871, 243th day in a row that my friend and I have gotten on Facebook at the same time.

Today, I heard a man sing a cover of Britney Spears' song "Oops, I Did It Again". I will say no more.

Today, I got a text from my brother Stephen that said, "Boo!" Someone's bored...

Today, life is normal. Except for when I saw Andrew skiing down our hill on wood.


Peace,
Rose