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MoogerMint

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PostPosted: Thu May 12, 2011 6:08 pm


Pop the Cork
Time for a little celebration


It may have taken forever and a day to accomplish, but he did it. He did it.

Perhaps the only one that was capable of being more overjoyed over this revolution was Nina, and she would be quick to say otherwise. This was more of a preservation method, however -- her reasons weren't bound by any sort of greedy emotion, but could easily be strewn as such. Most people weren't happy for another, and another alone. If Nina had said otherwise, it was almost assured that someone would draw attention to the faulty foundations beneath the statement. Despite such a record, there wasn't anything other than sincerity that would have sprung from her mouth.

However, the relief that Ephron was feeling over finally landing a job -- even though the it was a rather mundane one at that -- couldn't have come at a better time. With how life had been made into a punching bag these past few weeks, the young man was finally able to catch a break for the both of them. True, the effects wouldn't come immediately into play, but it was a start. In fact, it was a rather large leap.

"This mean we can get the electricity bill payed for before it's shut off this time?" Nina queried, a nudge to her voice. Ephron gave a sheepish wince to the question, but Nina's smirk remained. She was more understanding than she led people to believe. "I think that should be our next goal," she reiterated with a laugh.

But Ehpron remained apologetic, despite the context. After a pause, he tried to explain, "I was only paid a little at the start, nothing enough for something like--"

"It's fine, it's fine, I know," she said, batting at the air, "One step at a time, right? You always say stuff like that. Honestly, as long as we will be able to do that, it's fine."

Maybe she had grown up some since the subject had surfaced, but she wasn't about to admit it. Rather, optimism was able to creep in more, now that things were looking on the bright side. There was always the nagging voice in the back of her mind, reminding her not to get too caught up in the emotion, but she pushed it aside for now. Today was a day to be happy, for celebration, and whether or not her judgment was going to see it that way or not, that's how the day was going to stay!

As such, they were going out to commemorate the occasion with a little something. Well... come to think of it, was Ephron really getting anything? Frowning, she glanced up to her guardian, the man still able to hold height over her despite being so short himself. "Umm... Ephy? What are you gonna get?" she asked, stepping lightly where her words tread.

He responded in kind with a shake of his head, causing the girl's frown to deepen. "I can't think of anything that I'd really want to get," he tried to explain.

However, his response was ended prematurely, "Then I don't think I should get anything, either. If this is suppose to be some sort of little party where the man of honor doesn't get anything while everyone else does... well, I don't want a part of it."

Her statement was firmly-set, and there may have even been a hint of a pout on her face by the end. This was the main reason that, despite knowing better, Ephron couldn't help but laugh. Nina didn't pout outside of being overly-dramatic, and when she did so, it was a sure sign that she was feeling better emotionally. She stuck her tongue out at him to counter his reaction, but he continued to attempt a serious air, "If you want me to, I can get something for myself later, okay? I want you to get something. You've had a rough time of it lately, and I need to make sure you do something nice for yourself every once in a while." Nina inhaled sharply, opened her mouth to argue, but was held back by one last comment, "And I'm not leaving until you do."

Nina's look probably couldn't have been more scathing at the order. That is, unless she meant it, then there could have been potential. Ephron couldn't restrain another chuckle. "Fine, then. But I'm going to pick it without your help. You're just going to have to deal with my choice," she stated matter-of-factly. Two can play at this game, and she wasn't going down without a fight.

Not that she was going to have to. It was her choice to get her ears pierced anyway. She also didn't give an arbitrary answer to which she ultimately decided upon, given that the dangling daggers caught her eye almost instantly.

[[ Word Count: 802 ]]
PostPosted: Thu May 12, 2011 7:49 pm


Playdate #10


Link: Barton and Noble? Sure, why not.
Participants: Julian & Nina
Stage: Preteen
Status: Completed!

Premise: An unceremonious meeting in a bookstore, Nina meets another rare-blooded facility child!

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PostPosted: Thu May 12, 2011 7:54 pm


Playdate #11


Link: Light a Single Candle
Participants: Damien & Nina
Stage: Preteen
Status: Ongoing

Premise: One must cherish those friends that they are able to keep. It's not every day that one can get a second chance!
PostPosted: Thu May 12, 2011 7:56 pm


Nina's Journal
Entry #6


The handwriting was smooth for the mess of emotions that she had felt just weeks earlier. A calm, steady hand and a sense of tranquility through her mind, it was almost as if she wasn't all there. Truth be told, she was just sick of it. Sick of the overbearing emotions, sick of feeling traits that she wasn't familiar with... Just this once, she wanted to forget about it.

No, that wouldn't be possible, and she knew it. However, to quell them every once in a while, to lessen their chokehold to give some breathing space... sometimes that would be just enough. A small break from fraying her nerves was all she needed. If she got that every so often, then she could handle the trauma that life slung at her with greater ease.

It was easy to think that way with a clearer mind, as she was able to realize that she hardly had it bad when it came to a scale of the worst lifestyles she could have been stuck with. Supporting family members might not appreciate her existence, but there were people who she was sure of that cared, and that was more than some people had. So the light demeanor that was spread on the pages was a refreshing change from the ink that seeped into the parchment from before.


Bet you're not going to believe what I finally did. Yeah, the kid that is always worrying about change finally made change happen for herself, and I've gotta say, it's not too bad. Getting ears pierced seems a little girly, but the ones I picked out are pretty cool. Though it made me feel pretty bad that Ephy made me get something when he never got anything for himself. I'm keeping an eye on him to make sure he actually follows through with what he said he'd do and actually get something.

Ephy, if you ever read this, GROCERIES AREN'T SOMETHING SPECIAL. Well, unless you don't share it. It should be something for YOURSELF, got it!?

Speaking of which, the reason I was even able to get my ears pierced is because Ephy finally landed himself a job. Yeah, that wasn't anything I expected, either. You'd think that, with all the "help wanted" signs posted around, that it wouldn't have taken so long. I've seen what they ask for, though, and I'm surprised at how picky they tend to be. Ephy says that summer jobs aren't as bad as that, but they're also temporary. So I suppose it's a good thing he got the job when he did.

Especially with everything else going on. Karma is one thing, but I didn't actually think that there would be something really good happen after something really bad just did. Ugh, I suppose it could have been worse... it could always have been worse, but... Maybe I got off lucky. I'm probably just being really uptight about the whole thing. Overreacting, that's the word.

Actually, I've probably had a lot more good than bad happen. I get to get out and about in the world when I want to. I've been able to meet people new, and I've been able to see friends I've met before. I didn't think anyone would really remember me all that well, considering I don't have the most striking of personalities. I hope it isn't just because of my blood... Remember me for ME, not my parents.

I can't control how people see me, but at least I've got enough going for me. And, you know what, world? I'm happy with where I am. If you were trying to throw me a curveball anywhere in there, you just struck out.

Wow... I don't even watch baseball... Um...

THE WORLD JUST FAILED. There, that's better.
~ Nina Falco



She smiled at the accomplishment. Okay, so there was still a little depression that worked it's way into her words, but it worked itself back out again in the sentences that followed. It even felt as though a weight had been lifted, even though there was little in the way of a rant. It had been so long since the last entry that she forgot that, sometimes, it really could direct her into feeling better.

[[ Word Count: 708 ]]

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PostPosted: Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:43 pm


Spirituality Class #1
Seems Nina's innate skill has to do with blood. This could get interesting... and dangerous.


Link: This May Hurt A Bit...
Teacher: Cat Rowley
Stage: Preteen
Status: Ongoing  
PostPosted: Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:44 pm


Halloween 2010
Nina joins in at a facility-run Halloween event... by smashing some pumpkins.


Link: Games are Good!
Participants: Vali, Ilyrosa, Seth, Damien, Gabriel, Iridian, Cheyenne, Otomeza, & Nina
Stage: Preteen
Status: Completed!  

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PostPosted: Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:45 pm


Playdate #12


Link: Sledding for Two?
Participants: Seth, Damon, & Nina
Stage: Preteen
Status: Ongoing

Premise: Nina gets to meet her best bud's new brother for the first time, and spend some of that quality time taking a nosedive down a hill. Life can be good sometimes when you look to the little things.
PostPosted: Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:46 pm


Playdate #13


Link: Time For a Change
Participants: Phoebe & Nina
Stage: Preteen
Status: Ongoing

Premise: Who would have ever thought that Nina might make a friend while doing something she loathes?

MoogerMint

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MoogerMint

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PostPosted: Sun Aug 28, 2011 1:47 pm


Playdate #14


Link: Holiday Hijacked
Participants: Shylock & Nina
Stage: Preteen
Status: Ongoing

Premise: Despite the obnoxious festivities, there are some good things that come with the hype.
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