Hey guys. Long time, no journal. Haha.

Ive been really busy with everything lately; Im working on finishing one story at a time for the contest entries, and Ill work from first place downwards. Im still waiting ti hear about what you want if you think youve got an idea.

But what Im really writing about is my new user account. Im still using this one, of course, but I thought it was time I tried writing a little more maturely for a while.

This new user name is for pure fiction only; no fandoms of any sort. And I believe that I will only start one story on that accuont nuntil I finish it, as Ive learned not to start too many stories with so little time to finish them (Ahem. LAK, PGMH, TSIICCAD, The Golden Masquerede, gifts, ect.) Ive posted the first chapter to my new story Let's Call This Town Ours. This story has a more serious writing style and I consider it well done, but I still want to know what you guys think. So I'll give you my new name and you can go read it if you love me.

Ill add any of you that want to watch my new name, as I feel pretty lonely with no one on my watch list.

So *Dramatic music* Here it is. My new username.

It's Accidents-And-Apathy. . Go check it out. Please?

But Ill still be using this one as well, so dont get too alarmed. I cant let my fics just fall into oblivion and forget about them. Dont worry.

Now go read!!

For the winners of my contest!!

I'll start with the writing category.

1st place goes to...

Moony-Wentz!

And the drawing portion...

1st place goes to...

PrettyOddApplesauce!!

You both get a 5 chapter story of your choice. You can tell me whatever you want about it...Characters, plot, setting, ect. Or, if you prefer, you can have me write it by myself [if you trust me]. But, just a heads up, Im better at writing realistic fiction/drama, rather than fantasy. But Ill do whatever you want me to. =]

And, because I said Id have a second and third place prize, and there were only 3 entries in each category, I decided there wouldnt be prizes. But, Ive changed my mind, so the two people that entered in each contest that didnt come in first place both get a 3 chapter story of their choice. Sound good?

So PrettyOddMCRmy, Kittcat1805, PunkChick94 and Moony-Wentz all get a 3 shot. The chapters will be pretty long, because Ive got nothing to do for a while.

Im sure I made the right choice, even though it was extremely difficult. I hope you know that me and my sister didnt agree on which one should be the winners, so we had 2 other friends help decide. Thats how close it was.

Once youve got your ideas, note me. But I must warn you (more warnings! XD) that there is a slight chance I wont be on much anymore. That will be explained shortly. XD

Congratulations to the winners, and thank you to everybody that entered! I hope I made you as equally happy as you made me.

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Okay, on a different note, my lap top's a piece of shit.

What a nice note to start off on!

Butit doesnt seem that theres a way to fix the internet on it any time soon. Its not retaining the information that the internet access is there, and its not remembering the modem its connected to [Yes, Im a computer nerd once in a while, too xD].

So, as a result, Im not sure how much I'll be on now. It may be a while until I update, as I can only use my desktop, and my mother uses it for her artwork. [If you want to see it, Ill send you a link. I think its amazing, to be honest. xD]

But Ive started school now, and Ive got homework, dammit. I mean, Im all for the learning thing, but, Jesus, Algebra is scary, and homework makes it even more frightening. And, well, to put it simly, school sucks. Seeing friends is nice, but thats why Ive got their numbers, haha.

And on top of that, my english teacher is a witch. No lie; I saw her ride her broomstick in on the way to my classroom, haha. So what was my favorite class is now a nightmare. But Im not one to just give up; I dont stop until I know Ive succeeded.

But, anyway, tell me what you want written so I can have something to keep me busy, okay? Ive got a big ass load of free time coming my way, because things are looking pretty desolate when it comes to the internet. Haha.

But, on ANOTHER note [Damn, what is this, an orchestra?! XD] I AM FUCKING EXCITED FOR FOLIE A DEUX. NO IE, IM GOING TO THROW A PARTY WITH ALL OF MY FRIENDS THAT LIKE FOB. AND IM BUYING THAT ALBUM THE DAY IT COMES OUT. I DONT CARE; ILL WALK THE 50 MILES TO THE MALL IF THATS WHAT IT TAKES, I AM GETTING THAT CD.

Okay, sorry, thats my fan girl instinct coming out. But seriously, Im a dedicated fan! I cant help things like excitement!

Finally, I love you all, and Im sorry I havent updated. Love me back, I hope?

To the people have entered, be thinking of your story. I need something to do, goddammit! Haha.

[Sorry about my language if youre offended by any of it. xD]

And, on the next and FINAL note, Im going to end this journal with a qoute from one of my favorite writers and musicians that goes by the name of Peter Lewis Kingston Wentz the Third.

"Shit happens when you party naked."

XOXO,
-Travis.

(Haha, have any of you heard that song? I think its called New Friend Request on the Gym Class Heroes album. He says, X-O-X-O dash Travis. Random thought. Sorry.]

Okay, the REAL ending of this.

Love you,
Nicole.

Damn that was long. I love you even more for putting up for my babbling. Its terribly annoying, you know. It gets on my family's nerves quite a bit.

OH! And do any of the people I go to school with know of a place I can take guitar lessons? I really wanna learn. =] Someday, Im going to play with FOB and Panic and Cobra and all of those bands, and Im going to look back and say "This is how determined I am. I cuoldnt stand being a nobody. The world needed to know my name, and now they do."

Okay, okay, sorry. With that I wish you farewell, and Ill get back on as soon as possible.

Haha, here I am guys. Im sorry I didnt get to leave any comments or even look at any of the entries that were put up after Thursday until now. That would be because my lap top internet wont be fixed until the end of next week, because Im going to Maine this Saturday.

So when my lap top gets fixed, Ill tell you the winner and Ill start on the prizes that you request. Im sooooo glad that you all took the time to enter, though!

Ill update more soon, pinky promise.

XOXO,
Nicole.

Remember, the deadline for the Like A Knife contest is this Wednesday, guys. Its Monday today...That leaves two days.

Now...Do you guys need more time? Im giving some people more time under the circumstances, but just tell me if this dead line is a little too much to ask for.

Please, PLEASE try to get them in as soon as you can. Ive only got unlimited access to a computer until this Thursday, and then I have a timed one hour turn when I go home because of my siblings.

If all entries are in by Wednesday, Ill have them read and evaluated and looked over by Thursday night at latest.

If you guys need more time, I can extend the dead line until Thursday at 4 o'clock [because thats when I get home from being with Ben XD] at the latest.

Tell me what you think? And tell me how far along you are in your entry, and just exactly who is entering. Some people dropped out, so Im not sure anymore, and Im going to put you all in a list. =]

Okay? Just let me know if i forgot you on the list.

XOXOXOXOXOX,
Nicole <3

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Oh, Ive got news...

Because there are only 3 entrants in each category, there will only be a first place prize, okay? I need more in order to do that.

And can all of you that said they would participate make sure they dont drop out? That would leave 2 in a category, and I cant have that happen.

Contest Entries that have been finished so far:

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**EDIT!!**

Ive got an idea for the deadline...Does next Wednesday sound good? I think its the 13th. Thats a week to work on it...Im not sure if thats enough. Tell me if you like that date, or if you dont, tell me what you think it should be. But as it is, the deadline is Wednesday of next week, unless I get too many complaints.

Its been 2 weeks since I gave you the prompt. Have any of you started writing or drawing yet? I'd love to know.


Oh, and someboy asked me for reference pictures of what Cammy looks like. I want you to use your imaginations a little, so in general, this is what she looks like. Here are some links;


.) [link]

She looks like this kind of, but not that bubbly. And shes less model-y looking. Shes just a normal girl.

.) [link]

Thats what the color of her hair is, or just about. Never mind the length or style.


.) [link]

She doesnt really have a specific hair cut, so you can make it whatever you please, but since I like this one, I thought Id give you the link, too.



Thank you!!


The temporary deadline is Wednesday, August 13th.

***END OF EDIT***


I was thinking of a contest you could all do for the week that I was gone, and came up with this (Good news for all you die hard Like A Knife fans xD).

Youve got to read my series Like A Knife to participate, though, so sorry all you non-readers.

Okay, here it goes. I dont even know if its worth participating in, so keep your hat on.

***Object***

::To draw a picture that represents your favorite pairing in Like A Knife, with a scene that you enjoyed or that you want me to put in.

OR!

::Write a one shot about a scene between your favorite pairing. It can be one that you liked that I wrote, or one that you would like to see me incoorperate in the story.

**Rules**

.) There will be one winner for each category.
.) I will have some other people, (including my brother and sister) to make it fair, as I dont want it to seem like Im choosing favorites by personalities.
.) All drawing must include a short description representing the one shown, to explain what is going on before, during and (if you want to go over the top) after the scene takes place.
.) There is no limit to how many words in the writing category. It just all has to be in one deviation.
.) Drawing will be judged on neatness, creativity, and the short expanation (It doesnt need to be well written; that doesnt matter. Im just looking for a good description).
.) Writing will be judged on creativity, grammar, and mechanics (Take your time! Go back and edit a few things! Make it better!)
.) Deadline will be well after I get back (I want these to be well done!). Ill decide exactly when once I see how many people are actually willing to participate. Don't worry, youll have plenty of time! I promise!
.)This can't be raunchy. Sorry, no sex scenes. xD I allow swearing and "intense" kissing scenes if you wish, but don't push it.

**Relevance**

:: This must be based on characters from Like A Knife, with their feelings and personalities somewhat present (I dont mind if you take them and make them your own, too).

::It doesnt have to be a pairing that exists; you can do Cammy and Spencer, Addi and Brendon, Pete and Patrick for all I care! Anybody!

----HINT-----

::I love mushy stories. xD


**Prize!**

1st place.)I will write you anything you like, with up to five chapters. You can pick characters, the plot, the setting...Anything you like! Whatever you want, because youve deserved it.

2nd place.) I will write you anything you like, with up to three chapters. The first prize winner will have theirs done before you, so you'll habe to wait! (Sorry. Thats just the way it works.)

3rd place.) I will write you anything you like, with just 1 chapter. Just feel luck that youve won something and feel special that I thought you were talented!




Now tell me...Will you join? I dont know if its worth it, actually. But I thought it sounded like fun.

P.S.- You can enter in both categories if you like.


XOXO,
Nicole.