Reaching over with my right, I pluck one of the truffles off the plate. Eating half of it in one bite, I sip from the glass of wine in my left hand. It had been a long week and I needed to unwind. Taking a deep breath, I exhale slowly. TGIF!
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Friday, May 16, 2014
TGIF!
Reaching over with my right, I pluck one of the truffles off the plate. Eating half of it in one bite, I sip from the glass of wine in my left hand. It had been a long week and I needed to unwind. Taking a deep breath, I exhale slowly. TGIF!
Saturday, March 1, 2014
Shopping Trip
*Somewhere in the Middle East*
Looking at the mirror, she smiled, no one would recognize her. With her burqa covering her from horns to feet, she could pass as a local human, no problem. Now to the market. Turning to her bodyguards, she checked that their horns were tucked into their turbans. Satisfied that they wouldn't stand out, she headed towards her litter.
Listening to the noise of the souq soothed her. Signalling a halt, she was helped to stand. Bangles, bracelets necklaces and perhaps a sweetmeat or two were on her to buy list. Taking a step forward, her guards fell into place flanking her sides and back. Moving from stall to stall, she haggled and bargained throughout the afternoon. Looking at her purchases on the way back, she sighed. These would be perfect.
Looking at the mirror, she smiled, no one would recognize her. With her burqa covering her from horns to feet, she could pass as a local human, no problem. Now to the market. Turning to her bodyguards, she checked that their horns were tucked into their turbans. Satisfied that they wouldn't stand out, she headed towards her litter.
Listening to the noise of the souq soothed her. Signalling a halt, she was helped to stand. Bangles, bracelets necklaces and perhaps a sweetmeat or two were on her to buy list. Taking a step forward, her guards fell into place flanking her sides and back. Moving from stall to stall, she haggled and bargained throughout the afternoon. Looking at her purchases on the way back, she sighed. These would be perfect.
Pity Party
Mia:
Looking around, I sighed feeling out of place and overwhelmed. This human realm was so...NOLA so different from Rothkalina. What am I doing here? This despondency was such a pain.
*sigh*
The emptiness was getting hard to bear. Feeling on the outside was nothing new, but looking around at all the happy couples was just depressing. She thought of calling Zoe, but having to explain that she was feeling sorry for herself for not having a mate, was not a conversation she wanted to contemplate. No need to dredge up old hurts. She was happy for her brothers, really she was. After so long though, hope was getting a little thin on the ground. With everyone finding a mate this Ascension, was it too much to wish hers was here too? What if I never find him? *shaking off that thought* It must be seeing Holly pregnant. Damn this hormonal bs.
*cracks neck*
Time to shake off this pity party crap. Dialing up Sabine on her phone, "You and Melanthe feel up for some fun tonight? I feel the need to go release some steam."
Sabine:
Sabine moved restlessly through the big house that she and Rydstrom kept in NOLA, her footsteps echoing through the empty rooms. He was so busy lately working to bring Rothkalina into modern times and she had needed a break from all the construction and chaos. She wasn't feeling neglected, far from it, but she had loved being in NOLA when they first got together and had wanted to explore the city more. It also gave her the opportunity to spend time and get to know her sister-in-laws more. She had already seen Holly who was practically glowing from her pregnancy. She wanted to make sure to make time to get something for the twins. She smirked...ok...she had to make time to BUY something for the twins. Rydstrom would kill her if she didn't pay for it.
She had yet to see Mia and Zoe. Rydstrom adored his younger sisters but she had to spend a lot of time with them. She had said as much to him and how she wished they would find mates of their own. He had warned her not to play matchmaker on her trip here. She smiled...she would try to refrain. But she still wanted to see them. Determined to find them, she went in search of her phone. Finding it on the desk in the study she reached for then jumped as it rang. Picking it up, she smiled. "Hello Mia...I am definitely up for some fun tonight!! Come on over and let's see what kind of mischief the Woede women can get into.
Looking around, I sighed feeling out of place and overwhelmed. This human realm was so...NOLA so different from Rothkalina. What am I doing here? This despondency was such a pain.
*sigh*
The emptiness was getting hard to bear. Feeling on the outside was nothing new, but looking around at all the happy couples was just depressing. She thought of calling Zoe, but having to explain that she was feeling sorry for herself for not having a mate, was not a conversation she wanted to contemplate. No need to dredge up old hurts. She was happy for her brothers, really she was. After so long though, hope was getting a little thin on the ground. With everyone finding a mate this Ascension, was it too much to wish hers was here too? What if I never find him? *shaking off that thought* It must be seeing Holly pregnant. Damn this hormonal bs.
*cracks neck*
Time to shake off this pity party crap. Dialing up Sabine on her phone, "You and Melanthe feel up for some fun tonight? I feel the need to go release some steam."
Sabine:
Sabine moved restlessly through the big house that she and Rydstrom kept in NOLA, her footsteps echoing through the empty rooms. He was so busy lately working to bring Rothkalina into modern times and she had needed a break from all the construction and chaos. She wasn't feeling neglected, far from it, but she had loved being in NOLA when they first got together and had wanted to explore the city more. It also gave her the opportunity to spend time and get to know her sister-in-laws more. She had already seen Holly who was practically glowing from her pregnancy. She wanted to make sure to make time to get something for the twins. She smirked...ok...she had to make time to BUY something for the twins. Rydstrom would kill her if she didn't pay for it.
She had yet to see Mia and Zoe. Rydstrom adored his younger sisters but she had to spend a lot of time with them. She had said as much to him and how she wished they would find mates of their own. He had warned her not to play matchmaker on her trip here. She smiled...she would try to refrain. But she still wanted to see them. Determined to find them, she went in search of her phone. Finding it on the desk in the study she reached for then jumped as it rang. Picking it up, she smiled. "Hello Mia...I am definitely up for some fun tonight!! Come on over and let's see what kind of mischief the Woede women can get into.
Mia:
*smiling as she hung up the phone* Hmm, what to wear, what to wear. Heading to the closet, I started tossing outfits on the bed. Too bright, too short, too formal. Ahhh there it is, perfect! Flipping the scarf over my shoulder, I head out to Sabine's place.Saturday, October 19, 2013
Costume Shopping
Mia:
Tilting my black beret a little to the right, I check the mirror to make sure my horns are covered. Shopping today! *happy dance* I really need a costume for the Halloween Party in a couple weeks. With no idea what I want to go as I need to do a little browsing. Not wanting to go as a demon, again this year, I would have to be creative. Strolling down the sidewalk, I peek inside shops as I make my way down the street. Nothing appeals. What am I going to wear? — with Holly Woede.
Holly:
* She had spent the better part of the day trying to find things that would fit. She was just starting to show but none of her skirts were getting a bit uncomfortable. With an arm full of bags and she reached for her cell phone, to let Cade know where she was. Rounding the corner not paying attention she ran smack into Mia as her phone and bags went flying* Oh Gosh Im so sorry, Mia? How are you?
Mia:
*Helps Holly pick up her bags and phone* I'm feeling frustrated, Holly, very frustrated. I'm trying to find a Halloween costume for the party in a couple week but I'm having no luck. Nothing screams "Me! Pick Me!" for an outfit and I don't want to go as a demon again this year. *sigh* I don't suppose you've picked a costume for the party or have a suggestion on where I should look for one?
Tilting my black beret a little to the right, I check the mirror to make sure my horns are covered. Shopping today! *happy dance* I really need a costume for the Halloween Party in a couple weeks. With no idea what I want to go as I need to do a little browsing. Not wanting to go as a demon, again this year, I would have to be creative. Strolling down the sidewalk, I peek inside shops as I make my way down the street. Nothing appeals. What am I going to wear? — with Holly Woede.
Holly:
* She had spent the better part of the day trying to find things that would fit. She was just starting to show but none of her skirts were getting a bit uncomfortable. With an arm full of bags and she reached for her cell phone, to let Cade know where she was. Rounding the corner not paying attention she ran smack into Mia as her phone and bags went flying* Oh Gosh Im so sorry, Mia? How are you?
Mia:
*Helps Holly pick up her bags and phone* I'm feeling frustrated, Holly, very frustrated. I'm trying to find a Halloween costume for the party in a couple week but I'm having no luck. Nothing screams "Me! Pick Me!" for an outfit and I don't want to go as a demon again this year. *sigh* I don't suppose you've picked a costume for the party or have a suggestion on where I should look for one?
Holly:
Actually I need to get one I almost forgot about the party. We could go down to the party store and see what we can find, there has to be something. What have you always wanted to be?
Mia:
I don't know what I want to be, that's the problem. I just know what I don't want to go as, which isn't very helpful. I do know, I'm not going in anything pink. *shudders* Black is more my color. Gothic works, but I want something more cute than dark. Animals are cute, right? Something fluffy and cuddly but with claws. *snaps fingers* I know, a cat, a black cat. *tilts head to the side, thinking* Kitty cat ears would cover my horns too.
Holly:
Oh they would cover your horns and with your body Mia you would look great! Cade may kill something but you would look hot. *Points to a costume shop* Lets go see if we can find both of us something hot to wear!
Mia:
Ooh, that would be fun to watch. *snickers, as we head inside the costume shop* Have you thought about what you want to be this Halloween? Are you and my brother planning on going as a matching set or individual costumes?
Actually I need to get one I almost forgot about the party. We could go down to the party store and see what we can find, there has to be something. What have you always wanted to be?
Mia:
I don't know what I want to be, that's the problem. I just know what I don't want to go as, which isn't very helpful. I do know, I'm not going in anything pink. *shudders* Black is more my color. Gothic works, but I want something more cute than dark. Animals are cute, right? Something fluffy and cuddly but with claws. *snaps fingers* I know, a cat, a black cat. *tilts head to the side, thinking* Kitty cat ears would cover my horns too.
Holly:
Oh they would cover your horns and with your body Mia you would look great! Cade may kill something but you would look hot. *Points to a costume shop* Lets go see if we can find both of us something hot to wear!
Mia:
Ooh, that would be fun to watch. *snickers, as we head inside the costume shop* Have you thought about what you want to be this Halloween? Are you and my brother planning on going as a matching set or individual costumes?
*walking out of the shop with their purchases* Holly, do you need a ride back home or is Cadeon coming to get you? *hears a car and turns* Nevermind. *Waves as she sees Cadeon pull up to the curb* I'll see you guys later.
Thursday, October 17, 2013
A Glimpse into the Future?
The leaves turn red, orange and brown
Then they fall all over the ground.
Sweep, Sweep, Sweep
Rake, Rake, Rake,
These damn things are all over the place!
In my house and on my walk
Looking at the tree, I yell "Don't you ever stop?"
Turning around I spy the twins faces
Peeking out of the leaf pile bases
"Oh boy, you guys are gonna regret that."
They smile at me, with their cute, innocent faces.
"Auntie, you love us. Now we play 'Chase Us'?"
Then they fall all over the ground.
Sweep, Sweep, Sweep
Rake, Rake, Rake,
These damn things are all over the place!
In my house and on my walk
Looking at the tree, I yell "Don't you ever stop?"
Turning around I spy the twins faces
Peeking out of the leaf pile bases
"Oh boy, you guys are gonna regret that."
They smile at me, with their cute, innocent faces.
"Auntie, you love us. Now we play 'Chase Us'?"
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Mia's Formal Wardrobe
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| Fairy Princess |
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| Dark Blue |
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| Blue and Breezy |
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| Beautiful in Black |
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| Royal Purple Strapless |
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| Cotton Candy |
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| Blue with Gold |
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| Pale Yellow |
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| Purple Swirls |
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| Sea Foam |
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| Sunshine Yellow |
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| Dark Purple |
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| Blue and Silver |
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Saturday, October 12, 2013
Rage and Sorrow
Disgust rolled off her in waves, as she watched the head fly away from the body. Filthy parasites, she thought, weak and useless.
Remind you of anyone a voice purred, taunting her with the past. Ignoring the voice, she brushed dust off her leather jacket and strode towards her baby, Linnet, a Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. As she started off in the direction of home, she let her mind drift back...
The rage and sorrow consumed her. The anger pushing, destroying, tearing her apart from the inside out. As her vision washed red, she thought, This wasn't how it was supposed to be.
She felt raw, cold and alone. Her heart shattered. Gone was the sound of children's laughter, the warmth and happiness she had previously known. Falling to her knees she lifted a handful of soil. "Ashes to ashes and dust to dust," she whispered.
The world suddenly felt awkward and strange, painful to be in. She longed to be free of the memories, tainted as they now were. Most of all she wished to be free of the sorrow consuming her soul. Cutting all ties, she decided, that was the key. Complete disassociation, leaving only room for vengeance. Vengeance and anger and rage.
No longer holding back but freeing her rage; she felt cleansed, powerful and ready to destroy. Bring the rain, she thought, let my rage burn bright and long. Ashes to ashes and dust to dust, destruction comes for all who litter my path. May the gods have mercy on you for I have none in me.
Snapping back to the present, she realized she was already home. She pulled into the garage, parked the car and heading inside...
Remind you of anyone a voice purred, taunting her with the past. Ignoring the voice, she brushed dust off her leather jacket and strode towards her baby, Linnet, a Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. As she started off in the direction of home, she let her mind drift back...
The rage and sorrow consumed her. The anger pushing, destroying, tearing her apart from the inside out. As her vision washed red, she thought, This wasn't how it was supposed to be.
She felt raw, cold and alone. Her heart shattered. Gone was the sound of children's laughter, the warmth and happiness she had previously known. Falling to her knees she lifted a handful of soil. "Ashes to ashes and dust to dust," she whispered.
The world suddenly felt awkward and strange, painful to be in. She longed to be free of the memories, tainted as they now were. Most of all she wished to be free of the sorrow consuming her soul. Cutting all ties, she decided, that was the key. Complete disassociation, leaving only room for vengeance. Vengeance and anger and rage.
No longer holding back but freeing her rage; she felt cleansed, powerful and ready to destroy. Bring the rain, she thought, let my rage burn bright and long. Ashes to ashes and dust to dust, destruction comes for all who litter my path. May the gods have mercy on you for I have none in me.
Snapping back to the present, she realized she was already home. She pulled into the garage, parked the car and heading inside...
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Mia Woede
Mia Woede is a character in Kresley Cole's Immortals After Dark Series. Her first mention is in Rydstrom's book, Kiss of a Demon King.
She is a Rage Demon Princess, sister to King Rydstrom and Cadeon the Kingmaker. Her other siblings include a sister, Zoe Woede. Her home, Castle Tornin, located in the plane of Rothkalina, was seized by Omort the Deathless, an evil sorcerer rumored to be immune from death. Whoever controls Tornin, controls the kingdom. Her brothers Rydstrom and Cadeon have since recaptured Tornin.
She is a Rage Demon Princess, sister to King Rydstrom and Cadeon the Kingmaker. Her other siblings include a sister, Zoe Woede. Her home, Castle Tornin, located in the plane of Rothkalina, was seized by Omort the Deathless, an evil sorcerer rumored to be immune from death. Whoever controls Tornin, controls the kingdom. Her brothers Rydstrom and Cadeon have since recaptured Tornin.
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