Think it's Time for a Break?

Hey everyone,


   I spent all day yesterday writing on and off. It felt good to be able to sit down and just write. However, whatever inspiration hit me is gone now and for the moment I'm struggling to crank out the words. I hung out all day at a funeral service, tending to a baby that my Mawmaw is taking care of, and dealing with relatives... Which can be comparable to being a ring master and trying to run the circus from hell... So I'm wondering if exhaustion is part of my problem because I am ready to go to sleep.
... And I'm usually nocturnal.
   But the funeral service was research for my novel and now I have another bit to add in my notes for when I write the second draft. Also, I'm adopting a new bird tomorrow. The dearly departed has a parakeet (budgie) companion that's in need of a home, and I have the room, food, and my dear starling, Yamato, who is desperate for a bird-friend right now... We'll be picking him up tomorrow. I'm really excited for that. He's supposedly tame too, so that's a big plus. As much as I love Yamato, he's not exactly what one would call "tame". He interacts with me, but he's hardly the bird to sit near you and enjoy your company. He'd much rather steal food from my fingers and pry at the keys on my keyboard when I'm not looking-- and when I do look, he then flies away and mocks me from afar while I clean the droppings from my computer keys... It's just his way of showing me that he loves me.
   But back to the subject of writing... I wrote a short story and a half yesterday. And after that, I wrote more to a just-for-fun story I started working on. So I accomplished a lot. I've been trying to take pride in every piece of writing I do and reward myself for everything I finish writing. I noticed I usually don't do that with pieces of writing that have nothing to do with my novels, so I've been trying to change that.
   It seems I am failing at my attempt to write at the moment, though... So I think I need some R&R and a good night of sleep. So off to bed I go!


   Good night, world,


- Siddy




P.S. 
I want to say sorry to my friend, Aiden, who almost disowned me because I signed up for Twitter. If you could only see all the references, connections, authors, publishers, book clubs, and so forth on Twitter, you would completely understand! (jk) Wuff you~! >w<

Happy Birthday, Arcane

   Hey, Readers... Just a quick post to say happy 18th birthday to my friend, Arcane. This post is for her and no one else, really.


   Arcane, I've known you for eight years now. I remember how much I disliked you when I first met you because I thought you were either some kid hyped up on sugar, or some blond preppy school-girl... Now I know it was the first one that was accurate!
   But all teasing aside, I think some words need to be said since turning 18 is such a big event. I'm proud of you. In the eight years I've known you, you've grown and matured greatly, believe it or not. Yeah, you have your immature moments pretty often, but I do too. People like us just don't grow up. We mature, yes... We get older, and we know when to act our age and all that stuff, but in the end, we can be just as childish as the day we first met and that's something that will never change.
   You and I have always had a special friendship. We shared our dreams and hopes with each other. We grew up together and supported each other even though we're hundreds and hundreds miles apart, and help carry each other's weight. You shared your fears with me, and I-- as much as I hated to do so-- have cried in front of you. Our fantasies, beliefs, and secret little worlds are connected... Let's face it. If most other people heard us talk about half of the normal stuff we talk about all the time, then they would think we need to be locked up because we're batshit insane... And that's our normal! Anyway, back  to the point, I also want you to know you are definitely one of my most important sources of inspiration. I know that even the toughest writer blocks could stand in my way and I can overcome it if I can bounce ideas off of you. Our friendship has had its trials and always will, but we'll last through anything if we try. We just have to keep going, no matter what happens. One step after another, together.
   I know the future scares you... And I'll admit, it makes me nervous too, but I look forward to it at the same time. It's like turning the page in a book. You don't know what's going to happen next, so you keep reading to find out. I hope our books are exciting and full of great moments.
   So here's to many, many more years of friendship together. Here's to the unknown road that lies ahead for both of us, intertwining our lives, and adding great new chapters to the stories of our lives.


   Happy birthday, Luff. I hope you know how proud of you I am, and how much I love you. 
Hope your birthday is a happy one,


- Obsidian
AKA: your Hiei

Twitter, Tea, and Gifts

   I've been working on figuring out how to work Twitter the last two days... I seem to slowly converting to social networking things of the sort... When I finally sign up for Facebook, then I'll admit defeat, hehe. So, anyway, between working out Twitter, dealing with family issues, and working on Arcane's birthday gift, I'm beginning to think there isn't enough tea in the world to keep me going.


... My next step will be to turn to coffee... And Gods know we don't want that to happen.


   I'm determined to meet my goal of eighteen short stories for Arcane's gift. I failed to finish the story I was writing for her last birthday (and I will finish it eventually; it's a full length novel) so I'm going to finish this one. But.... I'm going through my English Breakfast tea like crazy... :<


   Until next time,


- Siddy

Meet the Storyteller

Hello Readers,


   I'm Obsidian, or Sid/Siddy for short. I'm a writer. A storyteller. I write fiction. I also like tea. A lot. I already have my randomness blog, Reverie Musings, up and running (as neglected as it can be...) ... But I wanted one I could use specifically for writing. Some place where I can post my random writings and exercises I do. 
   At the moment, I have one first draft of a novel complete and ready for editing and severe re-writing... And another first draft that is almost complete. I have dozens and dozens of characters, and I do argue with them as if they are real. I even argue with them out in public. You'll hear about these occasions as well on this blog.
   To be honest, I would love it if I had regular readers of this blog, but I don't mind if I don't. Really, it's more of a way for me to keep track of my progress, rant, express myself, and so on. Something I think I need in my life. A place where I can rant and be honest.
... Or just post the random little writings I create and bitch about my characters.
   ANYWAY! As always, feel free to shoot me a question on formpool.me, follow my Twitter, or comment on my blogs. Share your opinions, stories, and such. That's what makes life fun.
Until next time~


Read on!


   - Siddy