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 Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2005 10:40 pm
00:30:00
April 10th, 2005
Tangia's Perspective
Flow through me Spirit
Let Thy works be mine;
Thy goodness and thy mercy,
forever more.
Be gone, days of yore,
Your valley of pain
shall no longer flow
through my Life's veins.
See anew,
eyes of the soul,
behold the great beauty
of Mother Earth and Father Moon.
Let the rains of yesterday
flow through the canyons of my heart
making way for
tomorrow's Spring.
Oh, Kindred Spirit
Balance me on your knees, as a small child
Allow me Life and Growth
and Freedom.
Thy works of Peace and Beauty
share,
that rebirth may open me
as the lilies in the fields
at the first breath of dawn.
These hands, these are my hands, my body, my life. I feel it now more than ever, this is me, a new me. Where am I? It's cold, but not like before, not empty, there is light ahead, bright light. Have I died again? No, this is different, forgiving. Could it be? Is this, sunlight? It is! I'm free, but, something is wrong, my body, it's still unstable, but not as it was, I can see myself, I'm... Real?
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Posted: Wed Apr 13, 2005 7:11 pm
evermore_crystal It's been a while since Shen had last visited the HQ. She looked around the lot, and finding no one there, sat down by the pond for no real reason. Dulcea Tangia crawled out into the light she had seen before her, she had waited a while, just to make sure it was real. And it appeared that it was, so what did she have to lose? The light stung her eyes and before she knew it she was rolling down the mountainside toward the HQ. It seems she had emerged near the light temple, but not close enough to climb up, either way it wouldn't have mattered, she was too numb and exhausted to have been able to. Even now she was slipping in and out of consciousness, not feeling the rocks and sharp edges as they cut parts of her skin. evermore_crystal Shen heard a slight rumble from up on the hills in the back of the lot. Tehn she felt something awfully familiar sliding down along with the rocks...Tangia? she rushed to the bottom of the hill to find clumps of stone and dirt rolling down the slope. But where's Tangia? then she felt her; a tiny, pale little figure lying on an overhang, clearly unconcious. Shen tried to climb up, but the stones only slipped under her feet. She tried again, and again the rocks avalanched. this isn't going to work. and running out of magic in a time like this! She tries to think of a way to get up there. Dulcea She lay there with her head hanging over the edge, bloodstained fur now splotched with dirt and filth. Her mind was quiet for once, though her heart was tight in her chest, each beat exhausting her more and more. She needed sleep, food, water, but why? She hadn't needed those things before... But now, she felt like crying, but she couldn't, she couldn't make herself wake up. evermore_crystal Shen closed her eyes and tries to concentrate, gathering what magic she has left inside her. She gritted her teeth, gave a little grunt, and managed to get up to Tangia. Shen collapsed on the rock for a few seconds, feeling drained. Then slowly, she examined Tangia. She seems to be fine except for the bruises and scratches on her pale body. Now to get down...how do we do that?Dulcea She felt the older girl beside her and desperately tried to move toward her, but she couldn't, her mind was foggy, her body feeling like it was made of lead. A soft noise escaped her throat, sounding much like a wounded animal would, which is essence, she was. evermore_crystal Tangia stirred a little. Shen was reliefed, although she already knew her conditions. She gently picked up the baby, been careful not to touch her wounds. Shen put a foot out to try the stone-littered hillside and created another mini land slide. This won't do; she has to use magic again. She again closed her eyes and tries to scrape up the tibits that are left. It's even more difficult than last time. She couldn't seem to gather up enough for the trip down. And the magic seems to be fighting her grasp; they are escaping every which way. She tried again, but failed. I need help...Dulcea Tangia let out a stifled scream, the girls hands on her body almost hurting worse than the fall. She had a few broken bones and bruises along most of her body, a few new cuts leaking blood that mixed with the older stains. evermore_crystal Shen was on the verge of fainting. She felt weak, and now Tangia is making a strange sound...screaming..? She couldn't tell anymore. She looked down, measuring the possibilities of sliding down. her vision slipped in and out of focus. The slope is almost vertical and its a long way down. She tried again to use magic. She needs to help Tangia. That is her duty; that is why she's here in the first place. I have to do this... maybe the others...? no. Anari's too far away and the other Atunions aren't strong enough to help at all. She Tried again to grip the magic left in her. Just..a little more...They landed softly by the pond. Shen collapsed for the second time, glad to be back down. She turned her head to see Tangia lying next to her, seemingly in less pain now. Shen slipped into unconciousnes... Dulcea She felt the surge in Shen, then felt lower to the ground, cool ground. The pond maybe? Her eyes fluttered a little, though she could only see light. Everything was to vibrant, so bright. She welcomed the light, but it was too much too soon. She felt herself slipping into unconsciousness again, but she didn't care, she wanted to rest. Everything would be better if she could just rest... lia-w Sensing a cry from Shen, Anari reached out, far away, she extended her hand, one to Tangia one to Shen, "Time to go...to leave the past behind, forgotten like..memories..." evermore_crystal Evermore wondered if anybody will be in the HQ today. She opened the door, and seeing no one, went into the garden. She entered the garden to find Shen and a much-injured baby on the ground by the pond. she let out a small gasp and rushed over. Dulcea She heard the other older girl's call, but she couldn't respond. Her mind wouldn't let her move, no less call out. This wasn't right, she should be able to share her thoughts.. But she couldn't, why? Was she hurt that badly? lia-w Lia joined Evermore with Anari smiling a weak smile following, "Anari? the honor?" "Domatres Oncari.." Anari slowly lifted her arms casting a spell of healing magic over hte two rather tattered Illusionaries.evermore_crystal Shen stirred a little, trys to open her eyes but couldn't. so tired...Evermore looked at the two, worried. it has been a long time since she has used her healing magic...she decided not to take the risk. "Should I go make some soup?" she suggested. Food helps...usually. As for Tangia...she could only hope for the best. lia-w Anari widened her eyes, as the spelled was reflected off of Tangia's body, "Wh..why..? A defense... against magic? This is unseen of since the last...." Anari felt tears welling up, "Sohan..." Dulcea Tangia stirred slightly, the only sign she was still alive being her haggard breathing. Her chest heaved with each heartbeat, seeming like it was fragile enough to collapse. Her mind was racing now, her fear and worry driving her heart rate up. evermore_crystal Anari...? she could hear a voice, someone...Shen tried again to open her eyes, but strength has left her. She gave up trying and slipped into a deep sleep.Inside the HQ kitchen, evermore busily prepared the ingredients for the soup. actually, its more of a potion, but she calls it "soup" anyways. it should restore some of the magic in them. She just hopes than Tangia is real enough for this. if not...she might have to call on it again. evermore shuddered at the thought and the risks she'll have to take. lia-w Swallowing her tears, she took a deep breath, and remebered... :insert tragic story yet to be written here:
She closed her eyes to shake away the memory, "Tangia...!" she sharply whispered, "Come," she softly patted Tangia's back, "Let me in, in to your mind, your heart..i am a friend..forever here to guard you..." Slow she tried the healing spell again, waiting in anticepation to see Tangia's reaction. evermore_crystal evermore set the "soup" to a simmer on the stove and went outside to see if there's anything else she could do. Aparrantly, Anari has discovered something about Tangia. She wondered where Ayame might be; its been a while. Dulcea A few of her cuts started to heal over, her eyes fluttering a little though she was still covered in bruises, her broken bones still jostled out of place. She let out a little gasp of pain, her pupils dialated, giving them a rather disturbing look. evermore_crystal Seeing nothing she could do, Evermore sat down on one of the benches. lia-w Anari gave a faint smile, "Yes Tangia, let me take away your pain..." evermore_crystal "i'll just be checking the soup," she murmured lightly and went back inside the kitchen. lia-w Anari smiled and nodded weakly, he energy drain as she kept on healing Tangia, "I must not stop...to save this little one, as i did my Sohan..." Dulcea She slipped back into unconsciousness as the bruises began to yellow and then gradually fade, all that was left were her internal injuries. But her immune system was fighting against the girl's magic, her body still untrusting of any magics. evermore_crystal Evermore walked into the yard again with a tray. She set it down next to Anari and waited. evermore_crystal Evermore gently tapped Anari on the shoulder. Need any help?evermore_crystal It's getting late. "I have to go now, take care," Evermore said, walked over to Shen, and they both disappeared. lia-w Anari slowly ebbed into unconsiousness, "Tangia..."
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Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2005 2:13 pm
Silly silently walked up the path to Dulcea and Tangia's house. She held Ayame in her arms and had a small bunny angel sitting on her head. "Alright lil angel bunny. This is where you get off. You need to take good care of Tangia for us." The small bunny angel nodded her head. "Alright!! I promise to do a great job!!" Silly handed the small bunny a note then set her down in front of the door. "They should be home soon." Note Dear Dulcea and Tangia
I found this little bunny angel to watch over Tangia. Ayame seemed to smile when she saw it. I thought it would be approprate for Ayame to give her sister a gift since they are now going to be completely here soon. We hope to get to see the two of you soon. Ayame seems to get excited when I mention Tangia's name to her.
Silly and Ayame 
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Posted: Sat May 28, 2005 12:20 pm
May 28th, 2005
A Long Overdue Update
Long Road To Recovery
 "Madre!" squealed Tangia, trying to break free of her crib. Ul heard her from the kitchen, setting her glass down before she started to walk down the hall toward the girl's room, a smile brightening her face. This was the first time she'd actually spoken. Tangia pouted and called out again, "Desideri gioco!" Ul had to hold back a laugh, apparently she'd been listening in her slumber, maybe it would have been better to speak English around her. Oh well, it was too late for that, she'd simply have to teach her in the future, for now Italian was as good as anything else. Tangia waited, though impatiently, as her gaurdian made her way into the room. What were the words coming out of her mouth? Her mouth, she was solid again! She felt the side of her face, fabric? Why was there fabric? Oh, it was a bandage, so she really had had fallen down. There were more, she had bandages over almost all of her body, but they didn't really hurt, so why were they still there? She tugged at one on her arm, distracted for a moment by the stinging sensation. "Madre?" she asked, looking up at the teen that stood in the doorway. Ul was startled out of her trance, flashing a smile to the toddler, "Si bambina, sono qui" she responded, lifting Tangia up into her arms. It would be a while yet before the child would learn to walk, but that didn't matter anymore, as long as she was healthy. But what the older girl had said, some wounds may never heal, what had that meant?
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Posted: Sat Jan 28, 2006 6:16 pm
20:05:00
January 28th, 2006
It's been a long time coming... Tangia unlatched the little hook holding up the side of her crib. When it slipped down, she climbed out carefully, landing on the carpet with a little thunk. The rest of the house was busy as usual, the girl had grown used to the noise. She couldn't quite walk, not by herself anyway, so she crawled toward the kitchen, getting a few "Good Morning Sleepyhead"s as she went. Ilori and Isaura were fluttering around, bickering with each other, and Teagan was doing his usual morning routine of a few hundred crunches with Roscoe holding down his feet. Mora was stretched out on the couch reading, and the illusionary could faintly hear the crackling of Ul cooking sausages in the kitchen. It had taken a long time for her to just work on the strength to explore like this, but she was improving. Maybe soon she would be allowed to go an visit the others. Maybe she would see Ayame again...
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Posted: Sat Mar 18, 2006 1:09 pm
15:10:19
March 18th, 2006
Time for a doctor's visit Ul hovered around the little girl's room, cheerfully putting together a little outfit for her. Tangia was on the floor, playing with a few little toy cars she'd found in big brother Teagan's room. He didn't use them anymore, so she saw nothing wrong with taking them to play with. "Ready to go to the doctor?" Ul asked, not really expecting an answer from the child. After all, she'd just recently started using English over Italian for her to learn. Currently, Tangia understood English just fine, and could answer Yes and No and simple things like that, but she still had a lot to learn. Ul had been talking about maybe putting her in a daycare or a preschool, somewhere where she could socialize with other children. It had been a long while since the girl had seen any of the children that were like herself, so maybe meeting normal human children would be good for her. If any of the children nowadays were normal. She was strong enough to leave the house now, so Ul was taking her to the doctor, to get her brain scanned and make sure everything else about her was alright. Everything physical at least. She'd have to take the infant to a psychologist when she was a bit older, and a bit more proficient in English. Things were taking a turn for the better.
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Posted: Mon Mar 20, 2006 9:08 pm
23:00:00
March 20th, 2006
What are you doing? It's been a year since Tangia was born, or came to me. I'm not sure which. But it's strange, it seems like just yesterday I started to hear her voice. The doctor cleared everything, said that physically she's in great condition, and she's been getting a healthier look to her. I don't know, I guess it's just a mother's paranoia starting to get to me again. I just can't shake the feeling that's something wrong. It's the same way I felt when Teagan was a toddler and kept running a high fever, but that turned out to be caused by his dreams. A few years ago I wouldn't have cared, I guess things have changed since then. I don't care how young my birth certificate says I am, I feel so old. Whenever I get a chance, I nap, and Tangia seems to think that's the perfect time to cuddle with me. I've sprouted a few premature grey hairs, though I think those are from Teagan. She's been acting weird these past few days, and it's gotten steadily stranger. On the first day, she stopped eating. Just set down her bottle and her bowl, slipped out of her highchair, and crawled off. Everytime I tried to put something in her mouth she just waited until I turn away and spat it out. The day after that, she stopped sleeping. I've been staying up at all hours of the night watching her, and she hasn't gone to sleep once. Maybe her dreams were starting to get to her again? That doesn't seem right though, she still plays and rarely smiles, just like she has since she woke up. If she were dreaming her world again, she would be more solem, right? After that, she stopped sitting still. It's amazing, not once in the past fourty eight hours has she sat down, or even stopped moving. She's been wandering around the house with no particular purpose. It's starting to worry me, maybe this is what that girl was talking about so long ago? Maybe things are starting to catch up with her? And the latest, this is the one I didn't believe until I saw it with my own eyes. She's been collecting things, flowers and anything else sweet and soft she can get her hands on. I didn't even see her snag the pillows off the couch, and I was watching her the whole way. Surely if she's stuffed them in her dress I would have seen them, so why was it just as if she walked past and they all disappeared? Nothing about this makes any sense at all...
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