Houston, We Have a Problem

Hey guys. By the title...you can already guess. Yes, a problem is going on. The reason for the lack of posts recently this week is because the Internet at my house has been going nuts. How am I typing this post, you ask? Well I'm currently at the Library and on one of their computers. So yeah, expect a post maybe tomorrow? Where I'll tell you everything that's going on.

~The Authoress

Musical Mondays

I love music. And I'll bet you can guess that by now. So therefore, I officially declare every monday, a favorite song shall be posted. And that makes this: Musical Monday.

By now you are probably thinking, "Oh great, she's gonna drive us crazy with Disney music every Monday." Well you are wrong. Disney is not the only music that I love. In my favorites, I love piano music, Celtic(as Irish is in me blood), and violin just to name a few. And while browsing Youtube one day, I came across this...



It just like...blew my mind! Now you all know I am a big fan of Lord of the Rings, and, as I previously mentioned, violin music combined with singing. And this pretty well summed it up for me! Very beautiful, very well done. And I just love her dress! It reminds me so much of Eowyn's white dress in The Two Towers.

~The Authoress

This thought didn't occur to me til' now...

SO TRUE! Who wouldn't be counting it down?

~The Authoress

Literary Heroin Quiz

I saw this on one of my friend's blogs. It started on someone else's blog on the 16th, but I hadn't heard of it then. So, just for fun, I'm going to answer the questions myself today.

~ The Questions ~

1. Introduce yourself! Divulge your life's vision, likes, dislikes, aspirations, or something completely random!

Well, for privacy reasons, I can't say my name. But I will say I am the middle child in my family, my dad is a pastor, and I'm homeschooled! The LORD saw fit to bless me with two special talents--Singing, and Writing. I never neglect the minute to use those skills, and hope to be an author or performer in the future. I love reading, dancing around outside and singing when nobody is looking, playing my guitar, baking tasty things to eat, and walking around barefoot. As for dislikes...I really hate being up high. It scares me.

What, to you, forms the essence of a true heroine?

Well first things first, she must be fearless. Not afraid to speak out for others, stand up for people when they are being persecuted. The heroine knows she must do the right thing, even though it means a big risk to herself.

Share (up to) four heroines of literature that you most admire and relate to.

Carliss from "Lady Carliss and the Waters of Moorue"

Anne Shirley from "Anne of Green Gables"

Jo March from "Little Women"

Eowyn from "The Lord of the Rings"

Five of your favorite historical novels?

"Pride and Prejudice"

"The Falcon and the Sparrow"

"The Blue Enchantress"

"On the Banks of Plum Creek"

"Little Town on the Prairie"

Out of those five books who is your favorite main character and why?
Probably Dominique from "The Falcon and the Sparrow". She was a Christian, and had a strong belief in God. I always look for that in a main character and I found it in this one.

Out of those five books who is your favorite secondary character and why?

Probably...um...oh dear. I really can't decide on this one.

If you were to plan out your dream vacation, where would you travel to - and what would you plan to do there?

Oh, it would most likely be Paris, France. I've always dreamed of sitting in one of the outdoor cafes and eating croissant rolls and fancily-shaped ice cream while eyeing a marvelous view of the Eiffle Tower.

What is your favorite time period and culture to read about?

Definitely Medieval Times and the Victorian Era.

You have been invited to perform at the local charity concert. Singing, comedy, recitation - what is your act comprised of?

That, my dear, was a too easy question. I would sing.

If you were to attend a party where each guest was to portray a heroine of literature, who would you select to represent?

Probably either Carliss from the Knights of Arrethrae series or Eowyn from Lord of the Rings.

What are your sentiments on the subject of chocolate?
Chocolate is heaven in your mouth....except mixed with pretzels. Yech!

Favorite author(s)?
J.R.R. Tolkein

C.S. Lewis

Laura Ingalls Wilder

Lucy Maud Montgomery

Louisa May Alcott

Jane Austen

Marylu Tyndall

Chuck Black

Besides essentials, what would you take on a visiting voyage to a foreign land?
My Journal

Ipod

Camera

A fancy hat(like a beret!)

In which century were most of the books you read written?

Oh well um, they're kind of mixed. I'll have to check.

In your opinion, the ultimate hero in literature is…
Oohh I was really gonna say Frodo but that's only because I like him. I'm gonna go with Aragorn. :D

Describe your ideal dwelling place.
A cozy little cottage in the countryside. On the outside, there would be an stone path that leads through a garden full of roses, lillies, and marigold, with a goldfish pond in the center. On the inside, there would be a neat little library alcove where I keep all my books. The curtains would be lacey and the windows would be open all the time to sound of bluebirds chirping.

Sum up your fashion style in five words.

Skirts, culottes, flip-flops, t-shirts, capris

Have you ever wanted to change a character’s name?

Quite frankly, I've been satisfied with every name in a book.

In your opinion, the most dastardly villain of all literature is...
That title belongs to Sauron. He makes most villains look like the Queen of Hearts.

Three favorite Non-fiction books?

"Before You Meet Prince Charming: A Guide to Radiant Purity" is the only one I can think of at the moment.

Your duties met for the day, how would you choose to spend a carefree summer afternoon?
That being said, I would go swimming, and take long walks outside to gather inspiration.

Create a verbal sketch of your dream hat - in such a way as will best portray your true character.

Ok, I'm not exactly sure what you mean.

Share the most significant event(s) that have marked your life in the past year.

Becoming a teenager

Share the Bible passage(s) that have been most inspiring to you recently.

Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."

~YourHighness

A LONG BELATED POST

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Sorry I just needed to belt out my frustration. I am so so so so soooooooo sorry for not posting in like, three weeks! Life has been busy, school has been...ehhh I don't know....and I haven't been in the mood to post! I feel so ashamed of myself for not keeping you guys updated. When I first started blogging, I doubted I would have time for it but I forced myself to make time and now I keep forgetting to post....sigh. From now on, I'll try to be more active. Tomorrow, expect a "life business" post and soon I shall post another book review. I want to make my blog more interesting to look at.

~The Authoress

Erm, Google? What is up with you?

Ok guys, this isn't a long post. I just wanted to pop on and let everyone know I am absolutely fine! If my blog disappeared for a bit, I am really sorry. Google said they detected some "unusual" activity on my account and wouldn't let me login unless I provided my mobile phone number. I got really frustrated and after a few days of unsucessfuly trying to long in, I told my mom about it. So to make a long story short, I didn't wander into a wardrobe and go to Narnia(or Middle Earth for that reason). It was just technical difficulties.

For those who thought I had actually left, I am truely sorry. I would never leave Blogger if my life depended on it.

~The Authoress

February: The Month of Love

Well I'd pretty well consider it so. Valentine's Day is this month, so hey! Not that I'm really into the cupid stuff, I just like getting the chocolate hearts.

So, how's it been? I've been behind in my schoolwork and due to that, I have found my head too crammed to post. But now I'm all caught up and my brain is clearing. Things just haven't been my way in the school area lately....History is the Civil War, which I am good at that but it depends on how many problems are in the lesson or quiz. Like one quiz I had last week had over thirty-some questions...I can't take that. Bible is on the persecution of the Church. Language Arts is(thankfully not a lot of scary grammar) on writing tips or something. Math is easy(for once! Thank the LORD). And Science is....on...quite frankly at the moment, I forget.

Life has been fine. I'll be getting a new guitar soon so I'm excited for that! See, I've had my old one for about a few years now, and my music teacher says my fingers have pretty well gotten used to it(and I can agree to that), so it is time for me to get a bigger one. I've really progressed far in my music. I've gone from picking strings to strumming, which I'm still working on. It's fun, hard(with the fact I have to move my fingers around alot), and sometimes even easy. I think it's worth it.

I think my dog is upset. See, Pets Mart sent us a birthday coupon for her, so it means she turned a year older. Penny is now 5, but acts like she is still a puppy. I asked her how she liked being a year older and, being a grumpy dog, she groaned.  Was it bad that I laughed? It's like she actually understood me. Oh well, I guess I can agree with her. The years go by so fast and the next minute you are actually grown up.

I'm upset to say I've progressed no further in my stories, except I am in the middle of yet ANOTHER one. I'm coming up with ideas every minute of my life. Sometimes I'm glad I have a second talent, that way I can succeed in that if the other fails. But I'm glad for night time! It gives me a while to think about what I want. Like I said before, I have no idea how I want to begin my stories. THAT IS ALWAYS MY PROBLEM.

On the subject of real life, well...things in my home have been...say...interesting. My brother is busy with college stuff and it's driving me nuts. See, he graduated High School last year. And now he is going to college this fall. He is also planning to volunteer at the summer camp I went to last year. Oh great...anyways, Dad is getting a new computer, which means he is going to move the one in the room to the living room, and that one is going to his church office. Sound complicated? Then you don't know my dad. He is excellent with computer stuff.

I don't know how many times I've honestly watched "The Hobbit" movie trailer. I have to wait until December for it to come out! I have the up-most faith in Peter Jackson to make this one good, as he did beautifully with Lord of the Rings which I am a big fan of. The cast looks great. And my sister(who read the book) says they've left out nothing so far, except for the fact of adding new characters and bringing back some of the old ones. And frankly, I'm anxious to see how it all turns out.

Yes, 2012 will be a year of great movies. The one I mentioned above will be coming out, then there will be the Disney/Pixar movie "Brave", and well...I really don't know any others. I just know that there will be a lot I want to see.

Well, I think that's all I wanted to say. I'll leave you with a video! YES!  A video!



In honor of the best Disney film that was just re-released in 3D.

~The Authoress