Hello, all!

Aiden wrote
Yeah, that's the difference between your play and ours. The friends that you made, you would only see at the rehearsals. Because our church homeschool group puts on our plays, I see my friends from the play all the time.
Ah, that does sounds fun!

I know, and I consider you very lucky because of that. I wish I could see my friends more . . oh well. Hope you're having fun!
It was!
Ah . . this is getting shorter and shorter - we should pick a new topic. =)

Djaq wrote
I am doing great, thanks, dear! How are you? Ooh, that's so exciting that you auditioned for another play! Let me know what you find out, please! Oh, and could you please pass on a "hello!" and a hug from me to Dennie? Thank you!

I'm doing great as well - and I really enjoyed talking to you last night. I hope we can do it again soon! I know, it is exciting - though nearly hopeless . . . me and Dennie both want the same part, and it isn't probable that either of us will get it.
I will definitely let you know, though. And I passed on your hug!

Prince Cor wrote
@ Elanor. As it is good to be seen. How are you and your sister doing these days, if I may ask?

We're doing great (I think I can speak for her there) . She's really busy with work, and we're all busy with holiday stuff. But life's good!

Farewell everyone! *waves*

*comes in, debating whether or not she is as hyper as Liberty* Eh, probably not. I've now seen VotDT for the second time, and I enjoyed it even more than the first time, so I am quite happy. (I am a little surprised at how pleased I am, considering how unhappy others are with it, and the silly seven swords, but... I'm happy. )

there's even an obscure connection between my choice of that character and my NaNo story.

Ah. Cool!

Hi, wolfloversk. Welcome to the Square!

But I totally understand how it is to have your name misspelled, my real name has been misspelled quite a few times. On that note, do you have a nickname at all?

I usually get my real name spelled correctly. I have a bigger problem with introducing myself and the other person hearing a different name entirely. It's almost enough for me to wonder if I hath a lithp or thomping. My nickname around here is Mel, and you're certainly welcome to call me that.

Ruby, it sounds like your trip was a lot of fun. I've never been skiing, even though I live in a currently very snowy state. Were you doing downhill or cross-country?

Congratulations on getting your license, Djaq!

Congratulations on your grades, Cor! That's great. I'm sure Vern was a help to your studies?

be kind to the typos; they need homes every once in awhile

Hmmm, is that why they show up on my doorstep looking all forlorn every so often? I feel very sorry for them and let them stay for a little while. It's good to see you back! I hope you had a good semester?

*bounces out to look for a Christmas-y avatar or maybe an "I've seen the movie" signature featuring Captain Drinian*

:nervously walks in...?:

After almost 3 years and 3,000 posts on NarniaWeb, I realized I have no idea what goes on in Ditto Town. Is this just a place where people chat, or talk about whatever?

:nervously walks in...?:

After almost 3 years and 3,000 posts on NarniaWeb, I realized I have no idea what goes on in Ditto Town. Is this just a place where people chat, or talk about whatever?

Haha! Yep, you got it. The Town Square is a place where you can basically just talk about your life/whatever/anything you want and converse with all of the other people.

I've been meaning to come back in here for a while now so... I might as well do this now, HI EVERYONE! Hope all is well. It's been way way too long since I have visited the square. I'll try to post more in here later but I need to eat dinner now *runs off*

*timidly peeks in*

I have been persuaded by a certain person to come and visit this part of the forums. So for now, Hello!

Wow, things are moving past a bit more quickly here. I might have to stop lurking and post a bit more often.

I'm feeling better since my last post. Actually though, we might be gearing up for another round of sickness, though - and this time it's some sort of stomach bug. So far two of us have had it. My mom's fighting it off right now so today has consisted of fending for ourselves. I'm hoping I don't get sick again, but if I do I hope I get it before Christmas.

Oh, wow! At first I was going to do 30k and the Young Writer's Program, but it wasn't working, so I decided it was sign to do NaNo itself. And I'm so glad I did! Super duper congratulations!! Yes, I finished my novel within November, which I'm very glad about it. And I'm hoping to get the copy of it - though I hate to have anyone read it . . (it stinks!!).

Yeah, I like the YWP a lot but the adult NaNo is fun too. I'm so glad I decided to do it this year - it's the first time I've ever gotten past 40k, much less reached 50k. I still haven't finished mine yet and I'm not sure how much longer my plot will go, but I'm hoping to get it done by June 1st so I can get the copy. I totally agree with you, my novel stinks too. But isn't that what NaNo is about?

*waves back*
Indeed we have met. Ah fun times at the monestary, a shame its almost over I'm fine and how are you?

Yes, I loved the monastery, even though I chose not to dwell there this time around. But I love the monks there and I shall miss it when it's gone. Perhaps now that you have seen the movie you can come visit the Lair more often?
I'm good, dealing with a little dizziness (I hope it's not related to the stomach bug my family has) but I'm doing fine for the most part.
Am I right in assuming you are new to The Square? If so, welcome! If not, welcome back! Regardless, it's wonderful to have you here!

Alright, Mountie it is, then! Glad you're feeling better! I'm doing very well, thanks!
I was on NarniaWeb a long time before I'd even heard of Robin Hood. It was because of NW that I got interested in it. Now it seems like everybody's a fan of it. I was excited when I got one of my friends interested in watching, and he loves it, but he's my only real life friend that has seen it.
My favorite character is Allan. He's so fun to watch.

Thanks, me too. Actually, the possibility for another round of sickness exists (see the beginning of my post), so I hope I don't get sick again.
My friend told me about Robin Hood but it wasn't until a year later that I finally watched it. By that time I already knew all the characters and many of the plot twists, but I enjoyed watching it anyway. It does seem like everyone's a fan of it; too bad it didn't have a more worthy ending.
I love Allan too! Even after what happened in Season 2, he's still one of my absolute favorites. "I'm not being funny, but..."
My second favorites include Will, Djaq, Much, and Robin, of course. But I love them all.

Praying for you all.
I keep seeing the name "Djaq" in your posts, but you're talking about the Djaq from Robin Hood, not me, so I get confused at times.

Thanks for the prayers! I could use some more (see the beginning of my post). Please pray the rest of us don't get sick, especially not around Christmas.
Haha, that's funny you should mention that because I actually wondered if that confused you at all. You have a great namesake - both of you are just so awesome.
Conga-rats on getting your driver's license!

*waves back* I actually came back. Surprise! I'm doing great, thank you! How have you been?

Yay! Glad you came back! I've been good, thanks for asking! Life has been busy though, as I can see you have been by reading your post! School and babysitting have mostly been taking up my time. It's going to be good to have a Christmas break for a while.
Then there is the fact that no one in my family (including me) has gone Christmas shopping yet... this should be interesting.

@ MountainFireFlower. Yes, but I'm not related to Lady Arwen, just related to Lady Amalthea. It does cause some confusion me calling her "Lady A" since there is Lady Arwen who goes by that name as well.....
Yes, the dragon effects were much better than I had thought they would be. Still think the Green Mist was both pointless and extremely embarrassing compared to the other CGI....

Aha, I thought you were referring to Lady Arwen. I'm sad to say that in my time here in the square I have not encountered Lady Amalthea, but I shall keep watch.
Yeah. Green mist. I have a love/hate relationship with that plot element. I'm going to put my thoughts in a spoiler box, just in case.

Spoiler

It could've been done so much better, although I do see why they put it in. To me, it just seemed like they took the Dark Island out of the book and made it really, really big, emphasizing it way more than it was in the book. Oh, plus adding some random green mist that likes to kidnap people. The temptation part was done nicely, and I liked the subplots it added. But still...

*waves to Lady_Liln... er, her Narrarator* Hi! It is so lovely to see you! After all, you, or at least, Lady_Liln, was the one who persuaded me to come to the Square in the first place. Now I love it here. So thank you! How have you been?

I usually get my real name spelled correctly. I have a bigger problem with introducing myself and the other person hearing a different name entirely. It's almost enough for me to wonder if I hath a lithp or thomping. My nickname around here is Mel, and you're certainly welcome to call me that.

A lithp? I don't think you hath a lithp. Sometimeth I wonder the very thame thing.
Alright, Mel works for me! You're welcome to nickname me Mountie or Fireflower or whatever other nickname you can come up with.

*waves to MinotaurforAslan* Welcome to the Square! Like MissAravis said, this is just a place just to talk about whatever. It's really a nice place in here, and I hope you stick around. We're a pretty friendly bunch.

*waves to MissAravis* Hi! I'm MountainFireflower, but feel free to shorten it! How are you?

*waves enthusiastically to Melian* You're here!!! Yay! I'm so glad you're here, and here's that warm welcome that I promised. How are you?

Good mortereve, everyone!

Mortereve all

I'm glad to hear it! Yes, Christmas break is so nice!
Should we restart our quoting conversation? I could go back and find our other one, or we could just start from scratch. Whichever you'd prefer.

Oh, yes it is! That's one of the main advantages to starting school early like we do—I get an extra week of Christmas vacation.
Well, we've been going on for so long, it'd be a shame to stop now. I suppose, if it's not too much trouble to find it, we could continue from where we left off!

Good point! Though surprisingly the dome has withstood 27 Minnesota winters without a problem since the roof last deflated (due to snow) in 1983 (hurricane-force winds caused a breach in 1986 during a baseball game with the California Angels. Some friends were there and had some exciting tales to tell). Maybe it's just getting old. And it was built before the days of fancy movable roofs like Safeco Field and other modern stadiums have.

Good luck to the Patriots! Though the Vikings are out I'll still keep an eye (or two, if I can spare them ) on the playoffs this year.

Ah, I didn't realize it was that old. I guess it's fared better that I thought.

Interestingly, this was the first time an NFL game has been postponed since Hurricane Katrina swept through New Orleans.

So, I hear neither Brett Favre nor Tavaris Jackson will be starting this Monday against the Bears, but it'll be their third-stringer Joe Webb. The Vikings will definitely be looking to rebuild their team in the next couple of years.

The Pats seem to have a good shot at the Super Bowl, but it's still early!

Congrats on your last final this semester, LL! It'll be good to see you around more!

I know, and I consider you very lucky because of that. I wish I could see my friends more . . oh well. Hope you're having fun!
It was!
Ah . . this is getting shorter and shorter - we should pick a new topic. =)

Yep, that's definitely an advantage of doing a play with a small homeschool group.
Haha, yes, there's less and less to talk about! Nothing comes to mind, though. And ideas?

🙂 Thanks, me too. Actually, the possibility for another round of sickness exists (see the beginning of my post), so I hope I don't get sick again.
My friend told me about Robin Hood but it wasn't until a year later that I finally watched it. By that time I already knew all the characters and many of the plot twists, but I enjoyed watching it anyway. It does seem like everyone's a fan of it; too bad it didn't have a more worthy ending.
I love Allan too! Even after what happened in Season 2, he's still one of my absolute favorites. "I'm not being funny, but..."
My second favorites include Will, Djaq, Much, and Robin, of course. But I love them all.

Aw, another round of sickness, huh? Well, I hope it doesn't last long!
Now, I should tell you, I've only seen Season 1. But, being around enough Robin Hood fans, I pretty much know all about Seasons 2 and 3, so don't worry about spoiling anything for me. I may watch Season 2, eventually, but I certainly won't watch 3.
Yeah, he starts everything with "I'm not being funny", and yet he always is funny.
I wasn't the biggest fan of Will. He didn't really seem to add much to the show. Though, I've heard he has a more expanded role in Season 2.

Mortereve all!

*waves*

School is out! *breathes a sigh of relief as the work stops for 3 weeks*
Well.. I have exams when I get back, and a project draft to hand in.. and some other homework, but apart from that..

Actually, AC (<-- I really think I should come up with a more unique username for you. Just saying. Any ideas?), I haven't seen Deathly Hallows yet. (Your post was okay though, those weren't really spoilers - I've heard plenty already.) I really want to see it, though. I'm hoping my sister will take me one of these days.
Glad you enjoyed it! Deathly Hallows was my favorite of the series, and I'm really glad to hear that they pulled it off well.

(*agrees* No ideas, though.. I'm hopeless at nicknames. ) Oops. I think I rambled on a bit. Well, I hope you enjoy/have enjoyed it!

That's it, and I love it so much!! Yay Tan . . it looks like an older song, but he said it was newer. Who knows? Thank you so so much for finding it for me!!!

I love it too! Hehe, and TAN. No problem.

*waves to Aslans Country*

*waves back* How are you doing? I saw you enjoyed VDT? Well, not that I ever thought you wouldn't.. but.

Yay, let the Saga of the Long Quotes continue and never ever die!

*finally does the sensible thing and breaks them up*

Oh. I didn't think about the different release dates. I'm sorry you have to wait that long. And I thought waiting two days was going to be hard...

Hehe.. it's okay. I've been spoiling myself silly in the forum and basically know most of the details by now, and I've judged that I probably won't enjoy it too much. Of course, I'll reserve my judgement until I've actually seen it, but it doesn't sound.. great. Which makes me sad. Did you enjoy it?

Yeah, I like Lifehouse. I haven't heard much other than You and Me, partly because I don't know which ones are good. Any recommendations?

Ooh, you have to listen! (sorry, I'm a bit of a fan ) Let's see.. Everything is an absolutely amazing song, if you haven't heard it before. Just.. go look it up. Also Breathing, Storm, Simon, From Where You Are, Take Me Away, Broken.. and yeah, I could go on for awhile. I just really like the lead singer's songwriting, and as a rule their older songs are better than the newer ones, especially the newest album. It's not actually that bad, but I miss the depth in the lyrics that used to be there. Anyway, go listen. If you like that kind of music, that is.

Yeah, guitar is actually a lot harder than I thought it would be, but it's so worth it. Let me know if you pick it up again - maybe you could even try learning on your brother's guitar. It would probably be easier to learn on because it's so small! I've had my guitar for about three years. I had prayed for it for a really long time, and finally God provided a whole guitar package, including everything I needed, for only $50. I've only started to really learn things this year, and I absolutely love it. I also have a bass guitar, but I don't know how to play that yet. I want to play drums too.

I think the problem with my brother's guitar was that the strings just hurt my fingers too much. But I play on my friend's guitar when she brings it to church. The thing is, I can't sing well, so there isn't much to do apart from strum out chords. That's so cool! I love picking up random instruments and trying to play them.. with mixed success.

I know, Owl City is hilarious yet writes beautiful songs all at the same time. He posts so many funny things on Twitter; he's got a great sense of humor. YES! I've heard his song, Peppermint Winter. I love his Christmas/winter/minty song, as usual!

Have you seen his blog posts? Wonderful mixture of randomness and beautiful stuff. Do you have any idea when his new album's coming out? Because I assumed that that's his single.. but I don't think he's said anything about an album? *wants new OC album*

I think that counts as fantasy. Harry Potter's considered fantasy, right? And that doesn't even take place in a fictional universe.
That sounds really neat! Is it something that you're going to keep seriously working on/editing? (At least to get the free copy, although I know some people try and get their novels to the point where they could be published.)

Yep. I might try to work more fantastical elements into my editing.. if it'll work. And yes, I'm planning on working on it throughout this break off school, (I downloaded Scrivener yesterday, and it looks great. ) and I really hope I can get my free copy. I was so happy when I found out that NaNo offers that! Although I don't know if I'll ever manage to be satisfied enough to send it off.

*pictures Kathy staggering in to her teacher with 97 pages of Word Document and saying, "Do you believe me now?!"*

*laughs*

And THAT sums up in a nutshell the amazingness of NaNo.

Absolutely. Now that I'm looking at my work, it's looking.. less promising, but it's been a great opportunity. I just hope I can persevere as much in my editing.

*waves to all newcomers and returners(?) to the Square* Hope you all stick around! This place is looking slow..

Hope everyone is having a fantastic week-before-Christmas! Love this season..

Sometimeth I wonder the very thame thing.

That reminds me of a little scene I wrote for last years NaNo...

"And we canth uthe our excthuthe to thignal whath goingth on here!" said Harold. "We thay that the thong ith an alarm, and if all ith well we thay it wath to remindth uth to bruth our theeth, and if there ith danther, we thay we needth to feedth the dog."
"Harold," said Brandon. "Aren't you supposed to be communicating in a non-verbal fashion? You sound like you havth a lithp and it is irritatingly contagious."
"I havth a limited vocathbulary," said Harold. "And ith doethn't hurt. I juth havth to be careful not to bithe my tongue."

I'm working on revising what I wrote this year. I've been using the suggestions for PlotWriMo in hopes that it'll come out closer to what I want it to be.

We had our Christmas program at church today. It's mostly readings and poems, but there were a few songs. (Most of which were played by me... and I didn't practice enough. ) But I got to play one of my favourite songs: In the Bleak Midwinter.

What do y'all do at your Christmas programs? Any traditions? Ours is that we hand out apples to everyone after the program.