"The night is always darkest before the dawn, and I promise you, the dawn is coming."

Holy knitted socks Batman! For once, it's not me being cynical!

...Well... At least not concerning the instance that I am about to blog about.

I digress, as always...

In less than 24 hours, a new year begins. For many of us, 2008 was a less than... enjoyable year, for some it's been the worst year of their lives. Illness, injury, death, pain, hate... none of these were in short supply this year. With the war, bills like Prop. 8, or even just personal issues, we've all given, and received our fair share of anger and hate.

I think 2009 is the year we should all fight to change this. Not sit around and say: "Damn, I wish things were better." No... that's not what I am talking about. I am talking about being the person you want to see others to be, fighting for the change you want to happen.

Quite recently, I was talking to a friend who has had arguably a worse year than any of us. One statement they made that stands out in my mind is: "Nothing magical is going to happen when the clock strikes 12 on January 1st."

You're wrong.

I will say, no, there will be no faery dust, a few magic words, and poof, all your troubles and hardships will be gone, but that's not the only kind of magic we have in our world.

All of our magic as completely un-magical beings lays in our belief. Our belief that we can change things. Our belief that people can be decent. Our belief that we, ourselves, can change.

Human beings are naturally lazy creatures, it's why we rely so heavily on technology. Being naturally lazy creatures, most of us are completely content with sitting around and complaining about how unfair life is, or how indecent people are, when we ourselves are sitting and doing nothing to work on our lives, and are ourselves indecent people when the time comes.

If you don't like the way your life is going... work to change it this year... don't compromise your beliefs... show kindness to someone you've never met before, just because you can.

Live, laugh, love, dream, believe, cry, dance, play... anything... everything.

Fight to make your life the life you want it to be, and help others see that there is indeed still kindness in the world.

Happy 2009 guys,
here's to hoping.
-Fae

"There can be decent men, even in the most indecent of times."

1. Who are you?

2. Are we friends?

3. When and how did we meet?

4. How have I affected you?

5. What do you think of me?

6. What's the fondest memory you have of me?

7. How long do you think we will be friends?

8. Do you love me?

9. Do you have a crush on me?

10. Would you kiss me?

11. Would you hug me?

12. Would you ever make out with me?

13. Physically, what stands out?

14. Emotionally, what stands out?

15. Do you wish I was cooler?

16. On a scale of 1-10, how hot am I?

17. Give me a nickname and explain why you picked it.

18. Am I lovable?

19. How long have you known me?

20. Describe me in one word.

21. What was your first impression?

22. Do you still think that way about me now?

23. What do you think my weakness is?

24. Do you think I'll get married?

25. What makes me happy?

26. What makes me sad?

27. What reminds you of me?

28. If you could give me anything what would it be?

29. How well do you know me?

30. When's the last time you saw me?

31. Ever wanted to tell me something but couldn't?

32. Do you think I could kill someone?

33. Do you think I would kill someone?

34. Are you going to put this on your journal and see what I say about you?

In the beginning of his speech, I kept wondering why so many people were teary eyed... by the end of it, I found myself with tingles.

I know it's stupid, to put so much hope into something like a politician. Call me naive, I'm certainly of the same opinion right now... but I'm willing to allow it, just so I can keep the faith that maybe, just maybe..... We really -can-.

I voted today, for the first time in my life, and I am proud to say it was for Barack Obama, and that myself, the rest of my generation, and everyone else who got out today, helped shape history.

I believe we can. Do you?

Mile High Con was a blast, went much better than all of us had expected, and left us all smiling (and about to pass out) once it was all said and done. I think we all managed to agree that this was a successful term for Avistrum, all of us students had an amazing time, and all of the Staff did a wonderful job at running things smoothly, even with Brian unable to attend. The House cup is back with it's rightful owners! Parador took it back with the help of Andrew dominating once again in the Quidditch tournament, leaving Parador with both the House, and Quidditch cup. It was a wonderful bonding experience with old and new friends. Angi, it was wonderful to meet you and I am glad you had such a good time, and have decided to return to future terms. All the other students I met and got to play with, thank you for helping make this term great!

For those of you I haven't updated personally, Brandi-Ann and I finally found an apartment, the move in date is December second. We will be living in Littleton, and finally going back to school at ACC.

Also, fun little tidbit, Bamm finally joined Avistrum, her character name is Sable, and she was sorted into PARADOR, -sniffles- I was so proud!!!

I cried. Nearly broke something. Then cried some more.

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Propoganda? Sure. True? Absolutely.
I'm disgusted.