Jiggling the Handle

I have fallen quite behind on my updates for someone with nothing better to do. Of course, with nothing better to do, there isn't much reason to update. Ah... life's little ironies. Let's roll.

First off, I'm not going to be submitting anything to the DCF film festival. The betting types among you may collect your winnings now. I haven't thrown the idea to the dogs, though. It's on a back burner while I develop the story idea further and hone my artistic skills (which may end up being less merciful than a quick death). One thing I'm thinking of is posting snippets of story here. I may write up some 'future history' as I work out the background, then maybe some specific scenes. I think feedback here would be good for my writing. Well, I hope.

Another thing that has recently joined my previous idea in the Quill and Parchment section of my mind is my idea for a series of Star Wars novels. Huzzah bubbah whaa~?. Yeah, I know. I had the idea for it after playing Knights of the Old Republic for the PC. Hubbah bubba Max. Claymation lizards, heehee... Anyway, the story would be about a Third Order of the Force forming, separate from Jedi and Sith yet trying to balance the two out. As Arnold pointed out, though, such groups are always opposed by both sides. Instead of discouraging me, I became excited; it'd make for a gripping story. What furrows my brow in frustration is my Viagraless impotence in the realm of Star Wars knowledge extending beyond the films. I am wary of venturing into the maelstrom of Star Wars fandom in what would amount to a canoe. I would ask for help if I thought anyone reading this could help. Since this blog doesn't regularly talk about the proper mining techniques for lightsaber crystals, much less the variety of photonic shafts that can be extracted from them, I'll keep myself in restraint.

Oh, yes. I have gaming news. Under the auspices of visiting Arnold (heehee), I acquired some new titles. I had already asked him to pick me up a $15 EyeToy with game (quite a value), and I got Dance Dance Revolution Extreme to augment my new gadget. Now I just need a DDR mat. There's even a Workout mode! I'm still hoping I can pickaxe my butt into finally doing some Yoga, thus rendering that particular mode unnecessary. I also picked up Ephemeral Phantasia (it caught my eye and was cheap) and Kingdom Hearts (heard good things... 3 years ago). As for Arnold's place, it is now a throbbing orgy of video gaming goodness, with multiple party games and now both DDR and Karaoke Revolution (which I apparently suck at). I must thank you, DDR, for giving me just cause to remove my pants before a girl.

Finally, I now begin the heart of my job search. I get to send in requests to Life Careers for info from their (esspensive) database on industries, companies, or even locations that might interest me. Then I get to beg them to hire me. At least I'll have pinstriped padding for my knees.

So, in closing, I'd like to wish Jeromie focus in his final degree work, Becky fortitude in her continuing efforts, Arnold patience with Charleston drivers, Spautz, well, sleep, and Laura peace with a very unsettling period in her life (Believe me, I sympathize). If anyone else is reading this blog, please tell me. I'll squeal with joy. Or do the Whee Dance, your choice.

Twilight out.