Okay, so it wasn't even Halloween yet and what are we seeing? Christmas commercials. SERIOUSLY?! Hello! I want to be scared, not full of joy and peace! I love Christmas, don't get me wrong, but I love Halloween, too. I don't want one holiday ruined by another. Hell, it isn't even Thanksgiving! I'm going to be sick of Christmas before it even hits December! We're seeing decorations and gifts going on sale. I like be prepared, but seriously?

Please tell me I'm not the only one here...

And I mean it! I was set up on a blind date earlier this evening, and I officially don't like my friend anymore. Well, I do, but he's getting a scolding when I get my hands on him. And maybe punch him real good once or twice, or six times.

They guy I was set up with, wasn't a terrible guy. He wasn't a bad looker either. But, people, the man is 36. I'm turning 22 this year. When I was born, this guy was hitting puberty and probably screwing fellow freshmen in his high school. The guy is actually old enough to be my father. Its possible. He's never been married, which isn't a terribly big deal. If he has a kid now, he'll be 40 when the kid hit preschool. For all we know, he could have a heart attack and die when the kid is in 3rd grade.

He's someone my friend knows from work, and the job pays well, I'm sure. He seems nice and all, but I don't think we're on the same level. We talked a lot after we had dinner, well he mostly talked.... about his job... which I know a lot about since my friend also talks about the job. So it was a series of repeats for me, but I was nice and polite. My mum would have been proud. I smiled, because I do find the field interesting, its in the engineering genre(I know I'm a nerd).

HE asked a lot about me, and told me I was pretty and seemed to be a great person.... repetitively. Which is fine, most people do that on a first date because of the unsettled nerves of meeting someone new. Personally, my nerves aren't allowed to interfere if they are going to be a problem.My ex said I was heartless and cold because of that kind of control I have of myself. >shrug< It probably seems that way, but I can't help it, just how I am and people ought to be themselves. I won't change to make just anyone happy, especially if its at the cost of my own.

I digress....(I tend to do that...)

Anyway, they guy was behaved most of the time, he wasn't crude and had a good joke every so often. I was polite and contributed as much as he would let me. But when the subject turned to my religion(my friend had mentioned to him a list of rules on how to talk to a mormon girl), it let me know how much he actually wanted me to talk. Also explained why he seemed to be on eggshells around me, like I'm a delicate flower that cannot handle the word "ass" or "damn". >shrug< Don't want me to see you for who you really are, then how do you know if I can like you? Can't keep the act up forever, so why try? Granted a certain educate is appreciated and needed for first time meetings, but jeeze, relax, will ya. The poor guy was always pausing as if to erase a thought to fill it in with something more "appropriate" for my ears.

So, when he asked about my religion, I would answer or explain. But then I was actually shocked when he would stop me, and tell me I didn't have to go into that much detail. Sweetheart, I only said three words before you started interrupting me. So it became clear, he wasn't really interested. Which is fine, its not everyone's cup of tea. Just don't ask if you don't want the answer. I ended up telling him I didn't want to talk about religion. So... he went on about his job...

And the poor guy was so tense. I'm an easy going person and I want others to feel relaxed around me. You tense up and that only tells me that I should, too. Its a natural survival instinct we humans have. Anyway, I did tell him to relax a couple times, but he didn't, so I just let him stress himself out over nothing. By the end of it, he wanted to kiss me. I'm sorry, I may be very old fashioned about this, but I like knowing the feel of people before I go off and kiss someone. Don't just kiss the girl, especially in mid-sentence. I was ready for it though and moved to the side. He grazed my cheek instead, I wouldn't do that to someone. Its rude. Not good to do to someone you really don't know anything about. Isn't like you're going to get lucky if you think you're being romantic or cute or something.

Enough about that. Its off my chest, and his awkward behavior isn't bugging me anymore. I've managed not to care, because its not a big deal. Other fish out there and I still have time, I guess. :)

Hope you're having it better than I! Get ready for Halloween! I'm so excited! :D Ciao!

Marnée aka Jade

Ha ha, so I've been single for about 6 months or so now. And apparently, that's too long for me. I've actually started to hit on some flash artist here on newgrounds. I actually thought it was funny, but now that I'm thinking about it, I probably seemed pretty stalker-ish. So far there are only two victims, but I only meant what I said to one of them.
-egoraptor
and
-sirjeffofshort

Ego is a hilarious guy and his animations always leave me falling off my chair. But not totally interested in him, but I did joke about liking him. I thought it was pretty funny... No response from him on the subject, though... lol.
Now Jeff, well, I actually know what the guy looks like, so I'd have to admit, he's one handsome guy and has got a nice voice. I'm not sorry for telling him he's a hottie. Thus far, he's taken it as a compliment, but I just hope that doesn't change. He's a good guy, he knows I'm not a nut case. I mean look at me, I'm a cutie myself, right? Of course he hasn't ran for the hills yet. HA HA!

Anyway. I felt like saying it to the public. I'm not a stalker, and yes, this nerd is feeling only slightly... well I'm not going to say it and ruin my lady-like image that I hope I've conveyed so far. ^.^

Much love guys. And I hope I gave a little laughter into your life, even at my own expense. :P

Marnée

http://jadedkiller.deviantart.com/

I have all kinds of thing up so far, I'm just getting started. ;) Need to get a new scanner, though... lol.

I've also put up a couple pieces on the art portal, so feel free to check them out.

Ciao,

-JadedKiller

So I was on this website a minute ago, and I feel rather untalented. :( Yesterday I showed some of my work to my older sister(who is like a GOD in drawing), and she made me realize how much I suck when she wanted to correct my proportions. That's always been my problem, my real talent comes from shading. Give me something and I'll make that sucker pop out at you. >sigh< But anyway, I'm going to be starting an illustration class this or next term. I haven't decided quite yet, we're in the middle of getting a new house at the moment(yes I live with my parents. I'm single and a hermit, so I'm perfectly happy at home. No worries, I'm not a mooch, I pay my part of the rent (; ).

I think I might have to keep my attention on my writing. I already know I'm not going to meet my goal. My new years resolution was to finish one of my novels before the year was out, but half the year was dealing with a boyfriend who became too in love with the Vegas lifestyle, and people in my family needing my support due to being laid off. But now everything seems to be leveling out. I'm single now for about 6 months(woo hoo!) and everyone here has a new job. Thankfully. God is definitely watching over us.

So now that everything is as it should be, I'm back to writing and drawing. Drawing needs work because its been awhile. And it is true that if you don't use it you lose it. I'm starting to lose my touch and I would cry if I couldn't draw anymore. >cracks whip< I'm getting to work! lol

I love it I love it I love it!!!! Just in case you didn't hear me: I LOVE IT!!!

Who knew there was actual talent out there? Granted a few need work done, but hey, at least they are trying! I am impressed and proud of the efforts of fellow artists.

I wonder what is to be expected in the coming months from artists around the world.

Take that talentless wankas!

Okay, so for the past 2 years, I've been making personalized t-shirts for mostly friends I have on myspace.com. I was looking at the newgrounds' shop and had an epiphany:

What if I offered to make shirts for the newgrounds community that not only had their own image the use for newgrounds, but their user name as well? You can personalized it almost any way you'd like down to embroidery, color of the shirt, how big the letters are, what ever you can think of that you'd like on it. You could go to cons and be surprised by anyone who recognizes only the site(which would be on the shirt, duh), but also if have reviewed or submitted anything, people would know you and say hi. Heck it might even spice up the event? Or wear it on an everyday basis, see if anyone knows the site, if not, great conversation started and this will have people aware of this place and get more supporters. Awesome, right? I thought I'd run it by someone, or everyone, lol. I don't only do shirts, but I can make just about anything.

Here is a list of things I can make for you:
-Tops(ranging from tanks, to hoodies)
-Profile cards/ Business Cards
-Magnets
-Ked Shoes
-Skateboards(how cool is that?!)
-Mouse Pads
-Keychains
-Photo Sculptures
-Stickers
-Canvas Prints/Posters(optional custom framing)
-Greeting/Post Cards
-Trucker Hats
-Bumper Stickers
-Mugs
-Postage Stamps(YES REAL POSTAGE!)
-Beach Tot Bags(I don't know who uses them, people around beaches, I guess...)
-Buttons(Vote Harvey Dent! lol)
-Calanders
-Even Ties and Aprons!... weird...
I can't think of any more.... I'm trying to find some finished product so I can give an example. I'll post it when I can find the suckers.

People, let me know what you think! If you have questions let me know, send me a message, or leave a comment. I'll see if Tom will let me do this. If not, then poopy. I still would like to do it.

Anywho! Have a goodnight! I have an auction to try to win!

ps-ever noticed that the founder of newgrounds AND myspace are both Toms?

Well, I doubt anyone is actually checking up on my profile and news or whatnot, but just in case anyone is bored enough to here is an update on my life.

Been working a lot, trying to save up for college, or at the very least a couple animation classes to get me started. I just bought a Bamboo(tm) Drawing Tablet and I've been messing around with that. I'm getting pretty damn good. :-D So I will learn how to do flash animation so I can get going on this site at least. Trust me, I will not pollute the site with anymore stick fights or epallapsy inducing flashes. I will put up this that are worth people's time. I promise!

Anyway, this chick has to grab some grub and get her Halo fix for the day. Ciao!

I have a myspace. Go figure, right? lol. Anywho. If you want to know what kind of person I am(because I probably seem so weird to you, lol). So go here: www.myspace.com/marneeordarkjade. I have photos of me, my artwork and of the Anime Vegas Con. So anywho.... Waz up, crackas?