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 Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2006 8:12 pm
Charity's eyes widened as she watched Arashi grab for the hair mascara. You're putting color in my hair... she started slowly with a deep breath. And not just any color, but lime green? She looked at the other nervously.
Ah...and how old is his father, the one in the picture, then? she asked with a raised eyebrow. He looks about that age himself! Giovanna adverted her eyes to Ashili. And your son, does he look like his father?
Don't start being shy or down now, she began in a low voice, smiling to Tatsumi. Now, look... Chiyoko lightly lifted his face so he was looking into the mirror. Don't close your eyes... I want you to see that you are beautiful... She brushed the hair from his face and pointed at the reflection. What don't you like about your face? And don't tell me everything. If you want to say that, tell me specifically why. And, no telling me something like 'because it's ugly' either...
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Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2006 10:51 pm
Arashi giggled. Don't worry about it, Charity-chan... she said, pulling the wand out, applying it to small sections of her friend's hair. She giggled, grabbing for the pink.
Ashili's mouth cracked into a small smile as she looked to Giovanna. Kazuki is 19. Makoto looks like his father, yes, but he's got his natural hair color, he doesn't bleach it, she said, resting her hands in her lap once more.
Tatsumi frowned slightly as he stared at himself in the mirror. Well, starting with my face, what I don't like about it... he said lowly, clearing his throat. I don't like my nose, it's thin and long. I don't like my lips, they're thin. I don't like my jaw, it's too squared. And my forehead is strange, I don't like my hairline. My eyebrows are arched weirdly, and my eyes are too close together, he huffed.
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Posted: Mon Aug 14, 2006 2:12 pm
Pink, too?! Charity shrieked in mock-horror, covering her face with her hands. She warmed up to the idea of a makeover. Arashi had said it could be reversed, after all. I can't take it! she "sobbed", shaking her head rapidly. I just can't... she continued with a giggle after a moment of silence. Hmm... Charity cleared her throat and looked at Arashi. Sorry... I was getting dramatic.
Giovanna stifled a laugh. And he's only a year older than his son? Why would you two want it that way? she asked curiously. She had, herself, thought about "upping" the ages of her own children, but ultimately decided against it some time ago. I suppose everyone's got their own reasonings though, she went on. I'm sure your son is lovely as well. Your whole family thus far seems to consist of beauty pageant contenders, she smiled.
First off, let me say that everyone's face is unique and different in many ways, Chiyoko started with a smile. I for one, have a round face and it bothers me sometimes, but I still have learned to live with it. She nodded, giving him a quick hug. Now... your nose. She looked at it closely and smiled. I like it. It's not too long and it's not thin. Look at the rest of your face and you'll notice the proportions are nice. You don't want your lips to be too full, or you'll look very feminine...unless you want to look that way, which is perfectly fine! She took a deep breath and continued. Your jaw isn't too terribly squared. It does have a nice shape to it, but it's not like the bottom half of your head is a block. I think it looks nice with your complexion and features. Chiyoko smiled warmly to Tatsumi in the mirror before laughing. And what's wrong with your forehead? It's... a forehead! Besides, you seem to wear your hat most of the time and your hair does seem to have a tendency to fall into your face anyhow... She moved to look at his forehead. How is it strange? It's nice. Like I said, proportion. Your face is well proportioned, and lovely... Your eyes aren't too close together either, and your eyebrows aren't arched oddly. Chiyoko shook her head, still smiling. Your face is... she sighed happily. So beautiful... Ahem. She cleared her throat and stood straight up. So, would you like to think about all I just said? I mean, look at your face in the mirror and play back I said. It's true, she nodded. Totally.
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Posted: Mon Aug 14, 2006 3:15 pm
Arashi cackled, nodding rapidly to her friend. Yes, yes, yes! Pink! she squealed, striping some pink onto the dark blue-black hair of her friend. She smirked, leaning closely to examine it. Don't be a drama queen, I'll fix it all after this is over, she said, giggling.
I'm not sure why he wanted it that way, Ashili said. But they are very, very close... she nodded. Thank you, for the kind words, you're really too nice, she smiled, bowing her head lowly.
Tatsumi sighed softly, examining his facial features very closely. He glanced over to Chiyoko's reflection, forcing a slight smile. I guess you're right, he mumbled lowly. There's nothing proportionally wrong with my face... he laughed softly, showing off his pearl white fangs, his teeth much like you'd see on a dental commercial. He folded his arms over his chest, waiting for instructions on what to do next.
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Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2006 1:38 pm
Charity nodded slowly with a smile. I trust you, don't worry. I was just being dramatic... she giggled. I look weird! I don't know if it's me.
Ah, at least they're close, Giovanna nodded. It's good when children and their parents are close. She put up a hand and waved it slightly. Don't thank me for anything, I was just speaking the truth.
Oooh! Chiyoko squealed. Your teeth! She moved so her eyes were practically against his mouth, admiring his teeth. They're so white and pretty. And you have fangs?! Do you bite people? She looked up at Tatsumi and smiled. Everything is so lovely about you. Chiyoko stood up again and ruffled his hair. Hmmm... So I told you, your face is nice. It's proportionate and... I just want to swooooooooooon. What else do you have issues with? Are you at least beginning to see you're not so bad? She stopped herself from asking anymore questions for fear she would annoy him. Well, dear Tatsumi?
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Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2006 11:20 pm
Arashi smiled brightly, giggling as she stood Charity up, beginning to strip her from her dress. We'll have to get you some other clothes, she said with a smile, brushing her friends bangs out of her face.
But you're very kind with your words, I'm not so sure I'm worth them, Ashili said. It's very nice when children and parents are close. I am close with all my children, as close as they let me be, as some of them have a great disliking for me, she said, her voice trailing off.
Tatsumi closed his mouth, locking his jaws as he studied Chiyoko. He shook his head before taking a deep breath through his nose. I don't bite people, he murmered under his breath. I have issues with everything, I have issues with myself. My body. My face, as we've covered. My hair. Everything.
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Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2006 9:49 pm
Other clothes, huh? Charity blinked, watching Arashi as she stripped her down, feeling slightly embarrassed. Eh... O-okay... she blushed.
Ah well, I think you're worth many more kind words than what I've supposedly said, Giovanna nodded, smiling warmly. At least you try to be close with your children. Some are just...not the type to want to even know their parents, though. She sighed. Greta and I aren't very close, but we understand each other.
I was playing around, Chiyoko started in a quiet tone. And even if you did bite people, I wouldn't mind... I do, too... but not with fangs. She laughed softly before sighing. Well, I don't know why you still have issues with your face. Don't you find yourself the least bit attractive or likeable? I think you're both... Chiyoko sat back on the edge of Tatsumi's bed and looked down. I don't think I can do it...I thought I could...
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Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:49 pm
Arashi smiled brightly, stripping her friend down to her undergarments. She rummaged through her closet, deciding on a bright pink tube dress and a lime green mesh top. This will be good with your colors, she said, tossing the outfit to Charity. She dug through to find a pair of fuzzy lime green boots. And these!!
Ashili nodded, smiling to her guest. She took a sip of her tea before sighing softly. Where is your daughter again? she asked, not sure if she remembered being told or not.
Tatsumi sighed, moving to cover his face with his hands. I'm so sorry, he mumbled, falling to his knees. Please don't be upset with me... he whispered under his breath. I'm so sorry...
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Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 2:26 pm
Heh... Charity laughed nervously for the umpteenth time, pretending to wipe sweat from her forehead before giggling. It's an interesting ensemble, she went on, holding the outfit out before herself, studying it. Very interesting... she murmured before beginning to put it on. After successfully squeezing herself into it, she eyed the boots. Ooh, furry... she cooed, picking them up and rubbing them against her cheek.
Greta? She's...well, I left her... It was her choice. Charity and I bounced between Paris and Tokyo, but our main home was in Europe, she nodded slowly. Greta lived full time in Tokyo with a friend. She hated Paris. Giovanna sighed a smile. She opted to stay there when I told her we were coming here.
Oh no... No... Chiyoko frowned, moving onto the floor with Tatsumi and brushing the hair from his forehead before tugging slightly on his hands. Don't be sorry... You're... just a little difficult. I'm not the best person to try to boost one's self-esteem. I wanted to try. I thought I could... she trailed off, shaking her head.
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Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 8:20 pm
Arashi giggled softly, hugging tightly to Charity. You look so great!!! she said, sitting down to help her friend put the boots on. You'll look awesome, I'll take pictures, she said with a bright smile.
Ahh, I see, Ashili said, smiling to her guest. Well, maybe she'll get in contact sometime? she said, resting her hands back onto the arms of her chair. She stretched slightly, moving her head in a circular motion in order to pop her neck. Children... should always keep in contact with their parents... she mumbled.
Tatsumi took a deep breath, sniffling slightly as he clung to the girl, shaking his head. I'm too difficult... it's not that you can't do it... I'm just so stupid... he mumbled, sniffling more as he tried to control his feelings. He sighed, his eyes falling shut as he remembered words from his father.
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Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 11:46 pm
How fun, we can have a photoshoot! Charity giggled, pulling the boots on. So, how do I look? she asked cheerfully, standing up and doing a twirl which resulted in her landing on her rear. Oof... I'm not used to boots like these! she exclaimed breathlessly.
Are there children of yours that don't keep in touch with you? Giovanna asked, slightly cringing at the sound of Ashili's neck popping. Ah... I hope she does try to at least contact me, it would be nice to hear from her.
No... she stated firmly, yet quietly, embracing him. You're not stupid. Yes, you are a little difficult, but you must take after somebody in your family, so you're not to blame. Chiyoko ran her fingers through his hair before kissing his forehead. Tatsumi, is liking yourself so wrong? I mean, who cares what other people say? Everyone has faults, and I know it sounds cliche, but most people who make fun of others have their own insecurities that they don't want to face... She sighed deeply, continuing to hold him close although not wanting him to ultimately ask her to leave.
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Posted: Sat Aug 19, 2006 1:33 pm
Arashi laughed, clapping happily before pulling her friend back to her feet. You look great! she said, hugging Charity tightly. Let's get a camera... she said, looking around before making one appear in her hands. She snapped a few shots, giggling.
Yes, there are many children of mine who don't keep in touch, she said, frowning slightly before pushing her feelings aside, fronting a bright smile to Giovanna. I'm sure she'll try, it's unlike children not to contact their parents every once in a while, Ashili said with a nod.
Tatsumi took a deep breath before his bright apple-minty eyes looked up to Chiyoko. He sighed softly, hugging her tightly. I'm sorry for being like this, it wasn't always this way, I assure you, he mumbled, sighing once more before resting his forhead to her shoulder. Please give me another chance, I'm trying to put this aside...don't let this be the image you have of me...
Haruna pulled Greta into the large sitting area, smiling brightly to her before flopping onto a seat, patting the plush cushion beside her. Do you want anything? she asked. I wanna sit here for a while before we go into my room, kay? she asked with a bright smile.
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Posted: Sat Aug 19, 2006 8:27 pm
Charity struck a few "vogue" poses for her friend, giggling. This is kinda fun! she exclaimed, jumping around. More than I thought it would be!
Yeah, the idea of me not being around anymore probably hasn't sunk in fully, Giovanna chuckled. I'm sorry to hear some of your children don't keep in touch, though... She smiled to Ashili. Is it a sore subject?
The only image I have of you... Chiyoko started with a sigh, cracking a smile. Is one of... love... and adoration. She embraced Tatsumi, nuzzling against him. I never stopped giving you any chances, either. Another chance for what, anyhow? She moved her cheek against his and purred before giggling softly. Tatsumi, I like you a lot. In fact, I love you a lot. Don't worry, I'm willing to spend time with you in order to make you feel better about yourself. I want you to have a nice level of self-esteem, not a low one.
No thanks, I'm quite alright, she smiled, taking a seat next to Haruna. So, your house is really nice in itself, I wonder what your personal space is decorated like? she smiled brightly, trying to ignore a strange overwhelming feeling of something familiar being near.
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Posted: Sat Aug 19, 2006 9:56 pm
Arashi giggled softly, nodding before taking a few more shots. Very nice! she chimed with a soft giggle.
It's not a very sore subject, Ashili started. It's just that I wish things would have gone much different between them and I, so it's a load of regret that I can't erase, she sighed softly.
I just can't think of anything good about me, Tatsumi mumbled, shaking his head. And I know that frustrates so many people, but I can't help it... It's like I can't stop thinking of all the bad things about me, so much that I can't think about a good thing...
Thank you, Haruna said with a giggle. My personal space is so big and plush and... you know, we can go there now, she said, pulling Greta by the hand upstairs. Let me tell my mommy I'm back first, though, she said, knocking on the door.
Let me get that, sorry, Ashili said to Giovanna, walking over to the door and opening it.
I'm home mommy! Haruna giggled. I've got a friend with me, we're going to go into my room! she chimed.
I see... Ashili said, studying Greta. She looked over her shoulder to Giovanna, stepping aside to give her guest a clear view.
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Posted: Sun Aug 20, 2006 6:45 pm
You really think so? Charity asked, bouncing around. I feel so different in this outfit!
Yeah, I guess so... Giovanna said, sighing with Ashili. But, regret is a bad thing to waste or spend time on... there's not much anyone can do about it... she nodded to Ashili as she watched her open the door.
Just because you can't think of anything good about yourself doesn't mean that other people can't. Chiyoko shook her head slightly. Take me for example, I think so many things about you are good and nice. And even if it's just one person, at least someone thinks something good about you...
Okay then, Greta smiled, following Haruna up the stairs, standing behind her new friend.
Giovanna looked to Ashili questioningly. Yes?
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