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Gail "cyborg" wrote: "Or is that your new avatar playing tricks on you?"

Hahaha...Naaahhh! The baby bunny is playing tricks on me. Never the less I took a break and watched a movie and now I'm back to finish this drawing off (i hope).

Thanks Gail - I've always wanted to know those tags.
Eventful day today - my novella Vision or Delusion went live on Amazon.com Kindle. And people have started to buy. Magic.

@Rosanne- Sweet, must be cool to see the sales happen! :D

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For fans of Cassandra Clare's bestseller City of Bones, everyone was saying Alex Pettyfer would be cast as Jace in the movie. He has recently been in talks with the producers, and shockingly declined the offer.

I think that there are going to be lots of disappointed fans at that news!

Gail "cyborg" wrote: "We had a little bit of excitement at our house last night. I was reading in bed and got up to get a glass of water, when I returned to my bedroom there was a snake in the bedroom doorway. It was a ..."
Do you think the snake knew something was coming ie the tree, and came inside for safety?

Maggie wrote: "Gail "cyborg" wrote: "We had a little bit of excitement at our house last night. I was reading in bed and got up to get a glass of water, when I returned to my bedroom there was a snake in the bedr..."

Haha perhaps it did.

Yaaaay..Illustration is nearly finished!!

Laura wrote: "Yaaaay..Illustration is nearly finished!!"

Well done Laura!!!! You'll need to enjoy a beer (or 3) now..:D

Carmel wrote: "Maybe, but I'm not! I'd love someone new and unknown, I think he's too old for the part!! IMO"

YAY! Me too. I thought I was the only person who doesn't like Alex as Jace. Theres just something off about him. He wouldn't pull off Jace.

Way to go Laura.I'll have a beer to help you celebrate.

Hahaha..Yes, I think a beer or 2 is in order! Enjoying a 5am Saint from Brew Dog currently :D I just hope my friend likes the drawing. I'll share it once I know she's happy with it.

@Gail- Perfect op to drink a brew...hehehe

Carmel, how are you going in your area with the flooding? Just looked up VicRoads flood advice site, and you have some roads closed in and around Bendigo. We are going across the top from Wagga to Mildura, and at the moment, no mention of the Sturt H/Way, but one of the road closures is from Robinvale to Ouyen. We will go right by Robinvale...Calder H/way is closed in places. Hopefully things will be better by the middle of next week...:(

I'm worried..I read in the paper this morning about QLD and the possiblities of it flooding more because they have two hurricanes on the way and could be much worse than what they've already experienced..I really hope it doesn't happen :(

Carmel wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Carmel, how are you going in your area with the flooding? Just looked up VicRoads flood advice site, and you have some roads closed in and around Bendigo. We are going across the top..."

Yes, we don't leave till Wednesday, and have just looked at the weather for next week, and 40 for Wagga and Mildura on the days we'll be there..:( eek!!!!!
Thanks, but don't worry about looking, I can keep up with it on the website. You've got enough to do with your job!

Laura wrote: "I'm worried..I read in the paper this morning about QLD and the possiblities of it flooding more because they have two hurricanes on the way and could be much worse than what they've already experi..."

The poor things, as if they need that as well...Perth has also got one crossing the coast this weekend as well!

Laura wrote: "I'm worried..I read in the paper this morning about QLD and the possiblities of it flooding more because they have two hurricanes on the way and could be much worse than what they've already experi..."

G'day laura, they are actually cyclones & are headed for us in the far north, the 2nd one the weather blokes are still not sure which way it will go, all in all, a normal wet/cyclone season for us up here.

Oh dear...stay safe!

I just came here to say there is a horrifying movie on SBS right now.
Its a Spanish film called 'The Orphange'. Right now the intensity is building. Its not a typical American blood and gore horror film. Its smart and creepy and suspenseful.
But adds ruin it :(

David wrote: G'day laura, they are actually cyclones & are headed for us in the far north, the 2nd one the weather blokes are still not sure which way it will go, all in all, a normal wet/cyclone season for us up here.

Oops! Sorry, I get them mixed up >_<;; Well overal I still hope you keep safe all all :)

Don't take that from David, just slap him around Laura. We know you had his best wishes at heart. When or if the cyclone hits, he is not going to be concerned about what it is called.

★ Jessica ★ wrote: "Oh dear...stay safe!
I just came here to say there is a horrifying movie on SBS right now.
Its a Spanish film called 'The Orphange'. Right now the intensity is building. Its not a typical Americ..."

Mmm... Just your description reminded me of that film 'Pan's Labyrinth'. That was a brilliant film, poignant and spooky, by Spanish director Guillermo Del Toro.

Yeah, it was very familiar to that. Del Toro is good friends with the director, and produced the film.

By the way, I gave up on that film with 1 hour left to go. Way to scary for me. *shudder*

Gail "cyborg" wrote: "Don't take that from David, just slap him around Laura. We know you had his best wishes at heart. When or if the cyclone hits, he is not going to be concerned about what it is called."

LOL!LOL!LOL!

Gail "cyborg" wrote: "Don't take that from David, just slap him around Laura. We know you had his best wishes at heart. When or if the cyclone hits, he is not going to be concerned about what it is called."

He's just picky, picky!! I've noticed that about him before!! ;D

Hehehehehe!!..bring it on girls, LOL!!

Good girl Jessica - My son is 14 too and he sometimes knows when to walk away from something, but he's not always as smart as you.

Gail I'm so glad you made it through that thrilling night. I hope everyone else escapes serious consequences, though we can't avoid risks & excitement altogether!

Carmel wrote: "David wrote: "Hehehehehe!!..bring it on girls, LOL!!"

Oh David, you do realise that you've now allowed the the flood gates opened - wait for the flood!!! Hmmm what can I say about David *thinki..."

Wouldn't that word you are looking for Carmel, be 'pedantic' LOL..;D

Gail "cyborg" wrote: "Don't take that from David, just slap him around Laura. We know you had his best wishes at heart. When or if the cyclone hits, he is not going to be concerned about what it is called."

Hahaha, to bloody right!

*finds the fly swatter* Come 'ere David! *Looks around*

I see David never responded..Must of fled it area!! Hahaha.

*Phhheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeewwwww* My friend loved the drawing ^____________________^

Oh Laura as if it was going to be otherwise. I am really pleased for you. ::hug::

Yay Laura, congratulations!!!! :)

FYI now that we're over the Australia Day celebrations I've moved most of the discussion topics to the 'Competitions, Quizzes, Giveaways' folder. So if you missed the crosswords the first time around they are always there for your future enjoyment. Thanks to everyone for the fun participation!:)

[image error] (ooooo, GR kinda shrinks it..Just take the URL -right click copy url- if interested to get the bigger picture)

This is what I created for the curious..Needed to be cute and include green.

@Gail- ::hugs:: Hahaha, thanks! Just can never know. I just know I can do cute when needed.

@Brenda- Thankyou ^^

@Carmel- Thaaannkies :D! *Gives you a chardonnay wine* :P

Laura wrote: " (ooooo, GR kinda shrinks it..Just take the URL -right click copy url- if interested to get the bigger picture)
This is what I created for the curious..Needed to be cute and include green.
@Gail-..."

They're so cute!! How clever are you Laura!!

@Carmel-Hahaha, yea, cuddle for em would make em balloon love hearts xD
Ooooooh!! Of course...*swaps it instantly* Now it's a Shiraz! Sorrry, i'm just a beer drinker! ^^;;;;;

@Mandy- Thankyou ^_^ I love making things cute!

They are gorgeous Laura.

@Carmel- *phew* :P I went beer searching today for ONE beer and no-one had what i wanted x(

@Gail- Cheers :D!!


I'll remove the link tomorrow...I've a thing for leaving my drawings online for too long.

Good idea.

@Gail- Yus!! :D I should really make an online portfolio then i think i'd worry less.

@Carmel- Lol In the true sense yes!

But in the other sense beer chasers...erruugghh...i've learnt my lesson there. I've chased beers but you know nothing the next moring has been 'okay' LOL

Np :) I like showing artwork but I've just learnt about so many artists being burnt too.

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@Carmel- Ewww hangovers are so nasty :x Those I try to avoid!! hahaha. Not that worried if i share for only about 24 hours hahaha.

@David-Ooooo a bee has buzzed in ;) And thankyou!

I'm really sorry I missed your drawing, Laura :( *crying here* .....hit the sack early for a change!!!

Brenda wrote: "I'm really sorry I missed your drawing, Laura :( *crying here* .....hit the sack early for a change!!!"

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There it is :) Hehehe the things you miss for going to bed early.

Oh, thanks Laura....that is sooooo gorgeous!! Absolutely love it! You are extremely talented...:0 Yes, I have decided I can't go to bed early anymore..:D

Carmel wrote: "Mandy wrote: Mmm... Just your description reminded me of that film 'Pan's Labyrinth'. That was a brilliant film, poignant and spooky, by Spanish director Guillermo Del Toro..."

That was/is a bri..."

Sounds good. I don't usually watch that sort of film but occasionally it can be good. Has it been out long? Would it be available at DVD Blockbuster type places?

My home is a bit sad today. Yesterday my 23yr old daughter and her lovely fella broke up. She is absolutely heart broken, sobbing,"I cant go on." Oh, that brings back some memories.

I'm happily living without a partner, but seeing her struggling is so sad.

Have other people been through this?

Brenda wrote: "Oh, thanks Laura....that is sooooo gorgeous!! Absolutely love it! You are extremely talented...:0 Yes, I have decided I can't go to bed early anymore..:D"

Hehehe, thank you :D
I think i went to sleep after i stopped playign DJ for Carmel and Gail..hahaha

Maggie wrote: "My home is a bit sad today. Yesterday my 23yr old daughter and her lovely fella broke up. She is absolutely heart broken, sobbing,"I cant go on." Oh, that brings back some memories.

I'm happily li..."

Oh yes, it's such a sad time for them. I have often said I wouldn't be their age again! All my best to your daughter..*hugs* :)

Maggie wrote: "My home is a bit sad today. Yesterday my 23yr old daughter and her lovely fella broke up. She is absolutely heart broken, sobbing,"I cant go on." Oh, that brings back some memories. I'm happily li..."

Poor girl! I remember being in love like that. Nothing consoles you when it ends. I hope she gets through it soon.:(

Maggie wrote: "My home is a bit sad today. Yesterday my 23yr old daughter and her lovely fella broke up. She is absolutely heart broken, sobbing,"I cant go on." Oh, that brings back some memories.

I'm happily li..."

Yeah, I went through a break up last year..Relationship lasted around 8 years. It was for around a month or so everything around me felt gloomy and I know I reflected this towards my folks as well. One day at a time to build myself back up even if it felt impossible. Best thing was just being able to have room but also have attention if I needed to just blabber everything on my mind.

My partner and I did break up and it did seem very real for that whole time until we patched things up...And as far as I can tell things are going great.

It's just tough but sadly everyone goes through heartbreak sometime in their life. Would be wonderful to be able to slap something on it to dull the pain but yeah..boo :(