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12:52 pm
[Link] | I've been busy. I don't know how long it has been since my last post. Forgive me. I've also noticed a troubling thing; folks are asking me if I'm alright, if anything is wrong. I feel I owe anyone who asks an explanation:
Things are consistently dark here. I'm always busy, and really struggling to find my motivation to get off my ass and participate in life. Nothing seems to be sufficiently entertaining to justify the expenditure of my already-miniscule funds.
I'm really bummed out that Jessika isn't here. REALLY bummed out. I'm not suicidal but I won't deny that I'm certainly not happy and that I haven't been happy in some time.
The real bitch of the issue is that I've also developed a distinct anti-social bent. Large gatherings just bother me now; it was bad at Pub Sing but now it's hellacious.
My writing is getting better, on the plus side. Hopefully, I get to see Jessika soon.
I miss Faire season. At least I enjoyed the performing.
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12:15 pm
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Hah, 15 weeks later!
The Rumrunners have gotten better. We now have a CD out and many new songs.
Today is Sunday. I am sick today and not at GARF.
All my favorite wenches aren't going to be at GARF this year!
Invasion will be very sad.
Also, I need to update the pics. I have a mustache and goatee now.
Current Mood:  sick
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12:57 am
[Link] | New Job. Pay sucks, but it's so rewarding.
Ren Fest - anxious.
Girlfriend - just had a fight. God, I love her, but she's driving me fucking crazy!
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06:48 pm
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Happy Fucking New Year
Ever have one of those days where life/the universe/everything decides to shit on you?
Welcome to my week. The only blessing I have is that I'm now in Norfolk with my love. Even that is starting to strain me, between her mother and goddamn everything else.
I want to curl up with a bottle of rum and my Johnny Cash music, but it's sunday. Thank you, fucking blue laws. I hate organized religion, and any attempts to stuff it down my throat. I'm a christian, but by God, I'm sick of this shit.
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11:07 am
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Post-Thanksgiving Blues
The Holidays aren't so bad. Not when you're busy.
I'm gonna clear 35 hours this paycheck. 27 of those were Thanksgiving-related.
Papers, Working, and I think I've either got the flu, diabetes, or a brain tumor. Regardless, I'm not feeling well, I'm mal-nourished and sleep-deprived.
And on top of the rest of it, I'm not speaking to my brother anymore. He's one step away from being run-through with a screwdriver.
I still miss Jessika. I got to see her earlier this month, but I miss her so much that I can't wait to get home. It is like a drug - and I'm addicted to her.
Current Mood:  listless
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04:00 pm
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Has it really been two weeks?
Time flies when your life is busy. Here's my bi-monthly list of updates.
1. WaHo is the worst job ever. I'll give you the Pepsi Challenge, and WaHo will win. My regional manager came in on Tuesday and cut FIVE HOURS off of my shift because he needed them. Filthy fucker. May his flesh burn in an oil-fueled inferno.
2. Techno is grand. http://www.di.fm. Grand stuff.
3. Nekocon was also great. Radialmonster.com links to a flikr site with pics. I'm Dr. Hentai, can't miss me. If you're laughing at that, you're as guilty as I am. ;)
4. I am the bohdisattva of wisdom. I hope.
5. Graduation plans are definitely going to be completed by summer.
Anyone coming to the Celtic Coffe House to see us on the 16th? Oh, shit...I need to ask that night off. Soon.
In friend-related commentary:
Psyche: My heart goes out to you. I wish I'd read it sooner, but my thoughts are with you.
Kevin: I'm not going anywhere for Thanksgiving, so I'm available. Poor, perhaps, but available. Maybe we can celebrate at my house - I'll check on that.
Allie: If I had the free time, I'd cut the slats for you myself. Much love, and don't take any crap from idiotic landlords. You deserve better.
Maybe I should start a rennie community. Not online, but in real life. A place for good people to live without stupidity and ignorance. With booze.
Much love, my friends and aquaintances. Be safe, be happy, and give me a call if you need to. I'm always available. Especially tonight, as I'll be "working" from 9:00 until 7:00 a.m.
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04:37 pm
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I wanna go home.
I'm sick, folks. I'm coughing my lungs out, and it feels as though my brains are leaking from my nose. Robitussin only makes the drainage worse, and the coughing unbearable.
I'm going to Norfolk in less than two weeks. I don't want to come back.
Here's my list of updates.
1. Saw the Dalai Lama.
2. 15 hours at school.
3. Nekocon in 9 days.
4. Finally got my IFRP pin.
I love being in Georgia and around my friends, but I miss Jessika terribly much and I want to go back to her arms. Those of you with your loved ones, I envy you. My life would be bearable if I could just hold her, but she's eight hundred miles away. I feel like curling up under my blankets and sleeping for the next two weeks, but I can't.
I'm too lonely to cry. I'm too lonely to do anything else but plod along on the hope that I'll have her in my arms soon.
Encouragement is always appreciated, and definitely needed right now. I think I'll drown my sorrows in a six-pack tomorrow, if I'm not working.
Current Mood:  depressed
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12:43 pm
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11 Weeks
Wow. I really don't get so much time on here. I should try and post more, but things are so hectic.
I started a new job. If anyone is ever in Tyrone on 74, I work at the Waffle House across from the Grocery Store. Come give me a visit.
Classes are insane.
I'm planning a trip to Norfolk to visit the lady, hang with my buddies, and attend an Anime Convention. Hopefully all will go well.
Ladies of the Ren Fair, if you can give my lady-love some pointers on corset aquisition, I'd appreciate it. Hell, the rogue in me will appreciate it very much.
Much love, if you'd like a status report, gimme a call. The number is still floating around somewhere.
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01:30 am
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I've been Crazy Busy, but I found this...
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/portal/main.jhtml?xml=/portal/2007/07/12/nosplit/ftharry112.xml
I suddenly don't feel like I've done much of anything great. At all. Ever.
I can't even imagine what it must be like for him.
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11:39 am
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Thank you, Mr. Talbert
http://www.chiptalbert.com/photoalbum/thumbnails.php?album=270&page=3
And
http://www.chiptalbert.com/photoalbum/thumbnails.php?album=270&page=4
You've made this young pirate a very happy man.
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01:17 pm
[Link] | My To-Do List
1. Go home, find envelope with creamy goodness inside.
2. Go to bank. Deposit creamy goodness.
3. Return home, join Privateers.
4. Go through Rum Runners pics, create new MySpace/LiveJournal/Forum pictures.
5. Buy rum.
6. Watch TV and play Videogames to normalize after Faire season.
7. Talk to my new fiance.
8. Get in touch with the RenFest LJ Community?
I'm sure there's more, but thanks to classes kicking off Monday, I'm still working around the bits.
Also, could someone call me and remind me to order my g****** books for the classes? I need those books.
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12:59 pm
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Post-Invasion Update
Well, that went very well. I'm still getting used to the idea that she's my fiance, instead of my girlfriend. A few things here:
1. Primarily, I'd like to thank you all for being at Invasion, and being at pub-sing on Saturday. There's no group of people I'd rather have at my proposal than the Rogues and the Wenches, and you all made the day even better. A very special thanks to Tommy, whose flask calmed my nerves to the point of stability.
2. On that note, if anyone has pictures of the event, I'd be grateful to get them. If someone was actually filming, I'll give you love and goodies to get a copy.
3. Tempest: If you could, send me a copy of the MP3 you mentioned, and the pictures of Bert in the Royal Pavillion. Everyone wants to see those.
4. Update on the Privateers Guild: I'm still working on the cash for it. Soon...
Beyond that, I really had a great time this year, and as soon as I recover fully, I'll post my personal highlights.
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03:35 pm
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Invasion Weekend
Gawd, I can't wait for this weekend. Exciting times!
In addition to the usual Rogues & Wenches in attendance, I'll be seeing people I haven't seen in a year.
Also, and this one is a secret, I've got a surprise Saturday that will make the wenches' eyes pop out of their heads. If you already know, please don't say anything, and if you don't know, you'll have to wait. Comments are screened for this reason.
Bwaha!
Current Mood:  excited
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02:59 pm
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May 4th
New pics forthcoming, from the ultra-huge pics that several folks (notably Amanda) were kind enough to snap and send to Cat. Eternal gratitude for such a thing.
Cinco De Mayo is tomorrow. I, for one, plan on celebrating in the traditional method, involving Everclear and Jaegerbombs. Hooray alcohol!
As I look at my Friends Page (which I need to do more often), I almost feel ashamed at having been away for so long. I won't go into details, except to say that I will be keeping those of you who are in need in my prayers. Feel free to call me to chat, and we'll catch up.
Special Bonus: Big plans for May 26th, potentially. You'll get to meet her, I hope, and there'll hopefully be a huge surprise that day.
Special Bonus Two: I'm working on a song, and of course, I'm pandering to the Wenches' Guild. Any suggestions for things I could mention (besides the apple incident)?
Special Bonus Three: Round 1 of Rum Runner pins has been completed! I finished the little bastards this afternoon.
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01:59 pm
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Ren Fest
You ever have one of those Faire weekends that leaves you excited and waiting for Sunday?
These days, I find myself wishing I could sleep in on Sunday morning. I'm not going to lie, I love the faire, and I really appreciate all the good folks who've come to see us, but Saturday nights remind me that no matter how much I love being there, it's still a job.
Especially the humiliation. God knows I love to entertain, but Saturday was almost too much. At least I learned a vaulable lesson: apples taste good, lipstick is terrible, and I will be better prepared next time. Speaking of, does anyone have pictures? I'd love one of the apple, so as to have a new user pic.
Now, for my unwarranted gushing: It's incredible to actually play sets with the likes of Joni Minstrel and Three Quarter Ale. Having sat for so long on the other side, I still get nervous when these people come to listen to our sets, or when we get to play with them. I love it.
Much love to all, and I'm still working on the Privateers Guild. I have made a decision, and it's still a difficult decision to make, but that's the last I'm mentioning it until I get my pin.
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06:33 pm
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Too Busy
Folks, if I've not gotten to you in a while on LJ, it's because I'm being run ragged by life. Between the glorious school schedule (I've got a paper due tomorrow and a test tonight), the shuttle service I seem to be running for my grandmother, keeping in touch with the bandmates and the girlfriend, and the faire, I'm exhausted.
I do invite you all to give me a call - 757-685-8908. If you can't call long-distance numbers (as it's a Norfolk line), lemme know and I'll give you another number to reach me. Phone is the absolute best way to get in touch with me, outside of physically grabbing me at faire, so don't be shy about calling. Beyond that, try my e-mail (brentcouch@mindspring.com or eric_drago@hotmail.com)
In other news, I'm going to join the Privateers Guild. Can't say much more than that, at this time, but as soon as I get the money, I'll be in. Also, any faire that isn't GARF will likely not be attendable by me, due to finances, school, and prior commitments.
Finally, I'm in a bit of a creative mood, and looking for song-fodder. Any suggestions?
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08:49 am
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Fucking Cops
Pardon my language. I'm annoyed as hell.
Yesterday afternoon, I was driving home, when I realized that I had a police officer behind me. NO big deal, but I don't like the cops in this town. It seems whenever one gets behind me, I get pulled over for some stupid-ass charge. I pull into a gas station, and that fucker followed me. When he realized that I was getting gas, he pulled through and parked in a business lot across the street, keeping an eye on me. Worried now, I pulled into a parking spot and called my grandmother. That fucking cop sat there for thirty-five minutes, then pulled into the gas station parking lot and parked in a nearby spot, watching me for another fifteen minutes. He then shoots me a dirty look and leaves, once he realizes I'm going to sit there until Hell freezes over, if necessary.
Now, folks, I respect police officers. I enjoy having them around when the do their jobs properly and to the letter of the law. When I have to sit in the parking lot of a gas station for an hour because some FUCKING ASSHOLE of a crooked cop wants to try and bust my balls, that makes me upset.
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08:16 pm
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WAHOOO!!!!!!!!!
Seems as though I am now a member of one of the newest bands at GARF. The Rum Runners are in!
HUZZAH!
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09:18 pm
[Link] | Well, Hot Damn!
We've gotten through the first hurdle. Apparently, they like us, so we're going back Monday for a follow-up.
I hope we get in. Gawd, how wonderful it will be not to have to spend all that money on faire tickets this summer. Even if I have to play a drum/beat a tambourine/sing for most of it. I don't even mind it. Huzzah!
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03:42 pm
[Link] | http://anonymouse.org/cgi-bin/anon-www.cgi/http://www.dabomgfx.com/turner/refresh.htm
Gawd, I hate White Supremacists. The above link takes down the site of a Mr. Hal Turner, who deserves nothing less.
In other news, I'll be at Invasion this year. Nekocon isn't working for me, so NCRF, GARF, and maybe even MDRF are all in m appointment book.
In yet other news, I'm trying to cut back on my smoking. Pipes aren't the easiest things in the world to smoke, and it's raining outside, which sucks x 10. Any advice from friends/family who've cut back/kicked the habit? I'm not trying to quit, just cut back on the cravings.
Finally, the band is kickin' ass. We sound awesome. We just need to get solid, and we'll be in for sure.
Much love to all, and happy new year!
p.s. Phone is dead. Charger is in the car, which is getting an oil leak fixed. Huge pain in the ass, and it's gonna cost me $250. Back to the grindstone.
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