I got you to propel me, but I still need so much

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Memphis trip was fun. Got my fill of Elvis for... oh, the next year or so. Hard Rock Cafe was coolness, especially the stairwell theme (all manner of '60s stuff, and let's just say I know Pete Townshend's handiwork when I see it). Also, note to self: See if Todd Rundgren is touring again, and if so, whether Cincinnati/related environs is before or after the Memphis date.
Finished Maskerade on the first leg of the trip, and am now most of the way through The Last Continent. In regards to the former, it was indeed fun, and it gave me some shirt-decorating ideas. As for the latter... poor Ponder. That's all I have to say.

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[fujinsama.livejournal.com]

Hey, welcome back! Did you have fun?

The only Pratchet book our library had was something called Lords and Ladies. I didn't get that, since it wasn't quite what I was looking to read right now. I'll just have to see if the library in Chattanooga has any Discworld, when I go to recheck out Good Omens.

I've found a new fandom since you've been gone. *points to LJ* Also, I'm actually *gasp* working on my website! What a concept, huh?

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It was a fun trip, yeah.
! Lords and Ladies is a REALLY good one. One of my favorite Discworld books, in fact. I think it's the elves that do it. But I can see where it's not exactly up your alley at the moment...
Somehow, you finding a new fandom doesn't surprise me in the least. But what's all this about a website? You mean to say you've got one of the things? < /sarcasm >

[fujinsama.livejournal.com]

If it's there next time I go, I'll check it out. *nods* Or should I read the books in a particular order, so as not to get thoroughly confuzzled?

Ah, gee. Couldn't have anything to do with the fact I tend to collect fandoms like most people do stamps or pretty rocks, does it? And surprisingly, it's a fandom that isn't fantasy or Brittish. Amazing isn't it?

Yes, a website! *gaspshock*

*pokes at LJ* Why didn't it mail me this?

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Generally, it doesn't matter what order you read the books in. If I'd tried reading them all in order, I may not have stuck around (the one that really hooked me is kind of late-middle, in terms of publishing dates). I think oddsocks has more or less been reading 'em in order, so you might want to ask her if it really helps.
The books sort of go in mini-arcs, for the most part - Lords and Ladies is from the middle-ish of the ones featuring the witches. And from what I've heard about Night Watch, you'd appreciate it more if you read the other Watch books first. (I've got a copy of that one, but haven't read it yet since I'm still missing a couple along the way.) But on the whole, any old order should suit you fine.
So if you get into this stuff, we'll soon take care of the British-fantasy fandom thing. XD
Also, LJ didn't mail you that because LJ is selectively evil.

[fujinsama.livejournal.com]

LJ is always evil.

So, skipping around in the series is okay, then? I usually try to read things in order, but in this case I think I'll make an exception. And if I get into this, then I'd understand your posts so much better, and would get to read your diskworld stuf. *nods*

Anyway, did you see my fic for the non-fantasy non-British fandom?

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You wouldn't be the first to do so, and I rather doubt you'd be the last. (And perhaps after you've read some I could tempt you in regards to the RPage? Maybe? 'Cause it is fun, and I'm still rather undecided about the Harry Potter RPing thing. Maybe we could trade, or something. XD)
Saw that you wrote fic, yes. But I haven't read it, mainly because I haven't seen the movie in question. Would it still make sense without, d'you think?

[fujinsama.livejournal.com]

Of course you could tempt me! Just as soon as I read the books, tempt away. Although, it's going to be odd introducing myself in a game where there's a character named after me. XDD And trading is good, too. And I don't get to play much lately at all, thanks to MSN not working for some people lately, and other people just not wanting to play. XP And playing with you would be fun!

Well, it would make sense, but it woud spoil a major part of the movie for you. And you would so not get the Neil/Todd love. Hell, it's been my favorite movie for eight years now, and I only recently got the Neil/Todd love! (I was sadly underexposed to slash when I was thirteen, yes.)

You need to rent the move, and not just because I wrote fic for it or for any potential pairings. You need to see it because it's a fucking wonderful movie and it's a classic. And you need to have tissues handy.

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Will do, then. The tempting bit, at least.
>>Although, it's going to be odd introducing myself in a game where there's a character named after me.<<
You have a very good point there. It'll also make my own random observations on the stuff a lot more interesting ('okay, which Morgan was I talking about?'). But it's fun times, and the last few new characters've been people picking up a second (or third, in extreme cases) - nothing wrong with that, of course, but new people are just as much fun. Occasional book-spoilers are highly likely, though past a certain point the characters develop lives of their own. I'm sure you know how it is. XD
::makes note, re: the movie:: I'll see what I can do. (Related note: For your website, you may want to indicate what fandoms the 'other' fics are for.)

[fujinsama.livejournal.com]

*snerks* Yes, I can imagine how interesting that would make observations. Especially if you're in one of those states of mind we all get into from time to time where you're too tired/sick/busy/just plain out of it to really remember.

I knw what you mean. Good old 1UT (may it rest in peace) had to end because Ange and I were trying to pick up all the parts just so they would be played, because we weren't getting new players. And we needed the characters. So, yeah, new people are always a good thing. *nods*

*nods* Rent it if you see it somewhere. Really, you'll love it.

..And thanks for the tip. ^^;; Why did I not think to do that? I put what fandom in the fic headers, but that so slipped my mind.

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Oh, we've got people who posted in ages - we sort of work around it. One of them, we don't even know who the RPer is (and sometimes I wonder whether there is one - but I think that's mainly my overactive imagination). It's not your average RPG, but then again, Discworld's not exactly your average planet.
And you're welcome. I don't know how it slipped your mind either, and you do have the excuse of a major construction site (no pun intended) on your side.

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*eyes you* Stalker!

No, seriously, where are you around here? I'm in Ft. O, and rather amazed by how small the internet really is. XD Who'd have thought a friend of a friend would live in the same area? And have some of the same interests.. You're even a member of my community.. (looked at your profile ^^; ) JILL!! You really DO have to make it down here now!!

I've only read Good Omens, but I've wanted to read other things he's done, but am having just a slight bit of trouble tracking them down. ^^;;; Nice to meet you!

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And yesterday was the last day of my vacation, too. *snorts*

Yes, I've been trying to. Librarys and used book stores (next time you come to Chatt, you really need to stop by McKays. <333 I am in love with that store.)

I hope you don't mind, but I've friended you.

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McKay's is on Lee Hwy. Big building that looks like it used to be a warehouse. It's rather hard to miss. I think it has a website so you might get more specific directions, but I'm not sure. Best stick with big building on Lee Hwy.

And friending back = very good! =DD

Summer being here is not good when you work fast food, as I do. But I'm job hunting, since I was only trying to stay long enough to get my vacation out of them (I deserved it, trust me), so maybe I'll get a job where there's a working air conditioner. Like retail. ..I miss retail.

I prefer winter, anyway. I was a penguin in a past life. Or am part penguin in this one, although I'm not sure how that would work.

No, I haven't gone there, but it sounds like the kind of thing I'd enjoy. So maybe next time I go out to eat, I'll take your suggestion. ^_^ I also know of this incredible Italian place, called Porebellos, or something like that. It's a bit hard to find, and I'd have to get directions to it from Mom. THE best rolls. Oh, and the chicken marasola... I order it each time. I love it that much.

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!!!!!!! *squees* They are, aren't they? I could live on just the garlic rolls, I could. We always have leftovers, and those are the first things to dissapear from the fridge. XD Anyone who knows of and likes that place automatically has supurb taste in my books *nods* Last time I went, our waitress was a girl that I lived next door to in middle school. Turns out she's been working there four years.

I work at McD. One of these days I'm going to go off on one of the parents, I know I am. Because who lets their child come in a public plays and wail for thirty minutes without doing a single thing to stop them?

Fae, actually. But I could be a Featherre, I suppose. XD A penguin fairy... I want one. I'd hug it, and pet it, and squeeze it, and pat it on the head, and I'd name it George. *sage nod*

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>>poor Ponder<<

Yep, yep, yep...