Funny thing happened the other day. A really cheap bracelet of mine snapped. Oh well. Not much of a loss.

I think they call these things memes. But I feel like being sociable, so...

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Why am I even opening up something like this? It's not as if I'm an interesting person.


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This is my pet rabbit, Juice, sitting on a table in our house. Sometimes I bring him indoors but I have to be careful about doing so. Mostly he stays outside in his hutch or in the other hutch in the conservatory if it's too cold. Sometimes I let him loose in a corner of the grounds - I just fence off a small area so he can't run away but even so, he doesn't really stray too far. He tends to like staying in familiar places. If I'm not nearby, he freaks out and curls up in a corner until I come back.

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Thank you for the candygrams. I hope that an enjoyable Valentines Day was had by all. Except for you, Ichimaru-sensei.

My mother and father were almost unbearable last night before they went out to dinner. They didn't get back until late (I was still awake watching a late night showing of Donnie Darko) Thank goodness their rooms are on the other side of the house. I was still awake long after the film ended just thinking about stuff.

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My birthday came and went without occasion. I am not really one for big celebrations although my mother seemed to insist on whisking me away for a couple of days somewhere. It was a lot better than I thought it would be; maybe I just needed to get away from Karakura for a little bit. Sometimes this tiny town can be a bit too much. Plus homework, cheersquad and all kinds of things make my head spin.

But while we were away, it snowed where we were. It was pretty.


I wouldn't say that I win any awards for snow sculpture, but the feeling is there.

Valentines Day is approaching and I have already put in for a few candygrams. Nice ones, don't worry. Those prank candies look kind of gross.


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Merry Christmas Ichigo, Tatsuki-san, Orihime-san, Hinamori-san (use it for tennis), Michiru-san, Mizuiro-san and Keigo-san.

I've decided to name my pet rabbit, courtesy of my Secret Santa, Juice. He was sitting in my room poking at a juice box I had decided to drink later no, I don't have trouble opening those things and it seemed appropriate. My parents seem to think that having a pet will teach me responsibility.

Pyon, I don't care what you say, I am deciding the music for the party. You've made my ears bleed enough over the holidays.

To everybody who wishes to attend the party, it will be held around New Years. It seemed better that way after the whole fiasco in my house over the turkey. The less said about that, the better.

Regarding the new cheersquad uniforms, I'm not too sure how I feel about them. They are attractive and striking in their own way but are very daring. Let's see what it feels like trying them on. If I freeze then maybe I can get my father to sue. But, then again, cheerleaders are supposed to inspire hope although we're not meant to be easy targets for ogling and are supposed to, well, encourage the team oh God I can see so many innuendos I think I'll stop now so we have to be cheerful at all times and look our best. We'll see what happens.

Christmas shopping is all done. I'm early this year.

Thank goodness there is no Christmas dance or whatever this year. Although my parents are encouraging us to have some kind of party at home. They've even volunteered to go away for the weekend and leave us all to it. They've told the servants already to clear the place of valuables but we'd be limited to the ground floor and part of the gardens only. Trust me, it's more than enough space to be comfortable.

So, would anybody be interested?

My parents want me to extend the invite to teachers, too. What the hell? If I have to then they'll be at the other side of the house. With my brother.

I shall join the hoards of people who complain about the dance. But then I shall say that perhaps it was my own fault for not making the effort to socialise. Just stood around talking to random people, wishing that I hadn't bothered dressing up and had just stayed at home watching old films. Who am I kidding? I was never a social butterfly to begin with. Hope that some people had a good time.

Now it's back to regular times. Which is better? False festivities or mind-numbing regularity?

The sight of a mask on my bedroom floor the night after struck me as rather profound.

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Results are in and now all of that election junk can be taken off the school walls. The walls are bare again, which I find much more appealing.

Have not decided on a costume for the Masked Ball, which I hear is approaching. Do not really want to think of a costume, but at least I will be masked and so will not have to worry about embarassing myself too badly. Must make sure that I am not identifiable. If I cannot tell who people are, then no way will I make sure people can tell who I am. There must be something comforting about anonymity.

There is going to be a bake sale of some kind, soon. I am being forced to bake and hold no responsibility for any side effects that might happen after you partake of my food. It's for the cheersquad, so, and I hate to say this, come for the girls in uniform if not for the cake.

Ichigo - see you at the food court.

Tatsuki-san - Congratulations.

I will not admit that I am struggling with the Math homework. I'm finding Matsumoto-sensei's Romeo and Juliet assignment a lot more engaging and interesting than I expected. Probably because it's a tragic love story. Wait, what does that say about...ah, never mind.

I cannot walk down the corridors without being assaulted by people's various campaign posters. I hope you all really want this, you know. If you get into office and turn out not to like it, there's no real way to back down. I'm such a pessimist.

But I am hopeful about some things.

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I have heard (at very short notice from my very beloved parents) that there will be another addition to our household. No, not in the form of a baby, I don't think I ccould handle that, and besides, that godforsaken assignment seems to have that taken care of.

My cousin, Miss Pyon Shirayuki is coming to stay with us, for an indefinite amount of time apparently for good. Shit.

Maybe some of the more sociable types will like her. She...is interesting, to say the least.

So, yeah. You'll all get to see a side to my family that you've never seen before. Hm.

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It has to be said that it is interesting having a mother who suddenly sees the need to take her daughter away for some 'quality time', lasting for several days in Tokyo. What is the point? Tokyo is so busy and hectic that there's no space for quality time. I think she just wanted some company for a shopping trip. But why am I complaining? No school, and shopping. I managed to buy a new limited edition Chappy plushie, the one where he's holding a teddy bear and wearing pyjamas. He has been added to the rest of my extensive collection.

Apparently there was some sort of waterpark trip while I was away? Oh darn. I'm very sad I missed it. Sounds like fun. I hate getting wet.

I've got homework to catch up on. But it seems so dull to have to do it when you're feeling so relaxed.

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Not fun, really. Some parts were bearable but the majority of the trip was not fun at all. You would think that they would be better prepared for such an event. In any case, my father has heard about what myself and my brother have had to go through due to the school and he is complaining. To be honest, I'd rather not think about it any more.

Parts of the forest were beautiful, though. And it was nice to relax a little, even though I was sorely reminded that you should never let your guard down in an unfamiliar place. In any case, tensions were running high for everybody. At least we're all back home, more or less in one piece.

Isn't that great?

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[Written in Rukia's notebook during the bus journey]

(Incapable de rester toute seule)
Je deteste dormir sans une présence
Les surprises semblent alléger ma solitude
Alors je ramène quelqu'un dans mon lit
Afin de découvrir comment je me sens
Comme un bébé
Portrait d'une femme
Affiche d'une fille

Me satisfaire
Eviter les novices
Ce Ceux qui cherchent à me faire de taire
Jusqu'à ce que je rentre avec l'un d'eux
Car je connais la sensation
De chercher le fil d'or
Et de ne jamais le trouver
(Coming in your pants)
Qui ne pense qu'à coucher avec une
fille d'affiche

Je sais que tu n'aimes pas ta réalité
Je Vous Tu sais que je n'aime pas ma ta réalité
Tu sais que je n'aime pas ma réalité
Personne ne sait ce que c'est
On (ne) peut pas fabriquer la vérité.

"Only idiots use notebooks for diaries."

I'm confined to the house this weekend. It's not too bad, I suppose. It's not as if I go out much anyway and it's not as if our house isn't big enough that you can't have some freedom inside. But I'm not allowed outside. Only out through the French windows in my room onto the balcony. My parents have told everyone in the house that I am not allowed to step outside the door to the grounds or anything like that. Shit.

My mouth gets me into trouble sometimes. It was only one remark.

Next week though, maybe I will venture out somewhere. But then there's this stupid field trip thing coming up. Whatever. Better than sitting in a classroom.

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+Comment here and I'll pick one of your LJ interests and draw a picture using the mighty MS Paint.
+You have no say in what I draw for you, or in how much it will suck!
+Put this in your journal along with the pictures people drew for you. Only if you want to.


Look, I think I just jumped on a bandwagon.

Well, have not done much of digital art forms. Might be a good exercise in experimentation.

Everybody is posting about the aftermath of the dance, but in all honesty I would rather not talk about it. For those of you who must know, I am perfectly fine and safe, and managed to make it home the next morning after spending the night at an old friend's house.

Stupid spiked punch. This is why you shouldn't drink, kids.

So what fun event do the folks at Karakura have planned for us next? Another dance? Some fun friendly game with a rival high school? A field trip? Well pardon me if I'm not convinced by these attempts to make us have 'fun'. Fun comes from your own freedom, not having to worry about any restrictions, or worry about people forcing you to enjoy yourself.

Otherwise, I had a great time talking with Hanatarou.

I think I left something at my friend's house. Will have to go and collect it at some point.

Unlucky for some, it has to be said.

So myself, Hanatarou, Keigo-san and Soi Fong are going to the dance together. What an interesting group we'll make. Hanatarou, I'm picking you up, right? As for the others, do you also want me to swing by yours in one of the family cars as well? I can't guarantee lifts home, I have a nasty feeling that the chauffeur finishes early that night but at least we get a ride there.

Thanks to the handicrafts club thing, my dress now has a matching shrug.

Things are pretty ready for this dance to happen now.

Sometimes when it rains I go out through the French windows in my room to the little balcony out there. The flowers love the rain and it is beautiful to see shining drops of water on them, like freshly fallen tears. I have a view across the grounds to the streets of Wellington Heights and the streets are usually pretty empty. Out there it feels so lonely, but not in a sad way. Just in a way that inspires reflection and kickstarts some good creativity.

I must be sure to take a photograph of it. Shiba-sensei would appreciate it.

The days seem long, the evenings even longer.

I no longer have a date for the dance. Mizuiro-san said something about being grounded, which can't be good for him. So does anybody want to accompany me?

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There is something oddly perfect about the number 11. Just those two parallel lines.

The dance is fast approaching but at least I managed to find an appropriate and relatively cheap dress. Thank you for spending the day with me, Keigo-san. It was most enjoyable. I'm sure you'll look great in the suit you bought. Guys always look good in suits.

Mizuiro-san, Keigo-san, Chiziru-san, the offer of a ride in one of my family's cars still stands. My parents will not mind lending out a chauffeur and a vehicle. Unfortunately, it is the early week for the chauffeur this week, so while i can guarantee a ride to the dance, I cannot guarantee anyone a ride home. I may even leavce the dance early so I can get a lift back to the west side of town. But we shall see what happens.

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