Music Monday : A New Chapter

Sometimes things go upside down, for no good reason. I've had a bit of that recently, so I thoroughly apologize for being missing. But guess what we're back online and back in order.

The Long Losts and Jess-O-Lantern have released new albums recently, so today let's applaud their innovative sounds and songs. I hope you have a great day and have a magical week, let's get back on track.

Jess-O-Lantern : The Ghastly Ones

The Long Losts : Baby Fangs

Creature Feature : Gorey Demise

Swinging Neckbreakers : No Costume No Candy

What's on Screen? : Lucifer

We all spend time watching different shows and films once in a while. Recently I had a few days where I actually had a chance to spend some time doing nothing or watching tv. I did watch a few different things, and maybe I'll share them with you. Today I'm going to admit to a little bit of binge watching.

Lucifer, is a rather interesting show playing with the ideas of divinity and religion in a variety of forms. Angels, demons, gods, goddesses and all that. It sort of combines CSI and Supernatural, only not so many monsters. There's a huge amount of comic relief, and a lot of interesting plot lines.

I've binged through season one and have begun watching season 2. There's a sort of satisfaction in seeing the varied interactions. Life is full of complicated  situations, and these are often emulated by film and entertainment. It's fun to see a variety

I've really enjoyed what I've seen so far. I don't regret choosing this as a binge watch.

Personal Update : To Be Human

Sometimes there's a life event that makes it difficult to do the things you've been used to.  I do promise that things are going to get back to normal. Right now things aren't perfect. But I'm going to tell you a little bit about what's been going on, in a very sanitized manner.

I'm moving. The reason why isn't really ideal, but it's not something you're going to want to hear. But I do have an apartment as of wednesday. (Oh right that's today ^_^) And it's going to get interesting. Once everything gets straightened out I do think we're going to be ok. (We being me and the blog)

I have been working on the last two craft swaps I'm able to sign up for diligently. I am a little saddened that I won't be able to join any others for a while. Until I get settled in and once everything else is straightened out. I have been working for the past few months to complete my #siriusdisneycraftswap and #cryptocreatureswap packages. They get sent out this month (one sooner than another but that's neither hear nor there.)I did finish the #gdtcraftswap and I was very pleased with how my La Muerte doll came out.

I was also pleased with my #drseussswap2017 package that I sent out. I tried a lot of new things in that particular swap. I was also very happy about learning them, because it's beneficial to know a variety of skills when you dabble in different craft styles. I have to admit though, that I'm still apprehensive at times about the packages that I send out for swaps.

I am going to be planning a giveaway for January. I figure by then everyone will be tired of all the holiday stuff, and want something fun to break up the post holiday blues. Right now though there's no set date or plan. But January is the best bet I have for the time being., and I'm working on a few ideas. Right now the plan is to create a care package of things people born in the 80's and growing up in the 90's would remember fondly.

I'm also meeting some new artists, and looking into some new things that I'm hoping to be able to share with you in the not too distant future. 

So thank you for being here with us, and remember to stay magical.

Music Monday : Back To School

It's time to go back to school. But not everyone is going back to school happy. I know I was afraid of going back, because school never was my happy place. In any case I want you to think positively and be yourself. Don't give up on everything just because of a few bad things, but don't think you're alone either.

Stay magical and be powerful, let the good things fill you with joy and don't dwell on the bad things.

Emily Osment - I Hate The Homecoming Queen

Julie Brown - The Homecoming Queen has a Gun

Ryan & Sharpay - Fabulous

The Ramones - Rock N Roll High School

Hedley - Old School

Just Visiting : Maryland Renaissance Festival

We're really excited and hyped about our upcoming trip to the Maryland Renaissance Festival. We've been working on our outfits for months. And any details we didn't have finished when we attended the Sterling Renaissance Festival , have been adjusted and corrected.

But what exactly inspires us to go and participate in these events? I know a lot of people are curious why there are people that want to participate in events that remove so many familiar modern elements. But there's something people don't really see when they look at us in our attire, are the people who see this as a creative outlet.

There's a lot of creative people that you have a chance to meet when you're attending events like the Renaissance Festivals. There are amazing artisans who create artwork to enhance your daily life, to add beauty to a world that at times often looks cookie cut. We are in need of this to tempt and appeal to our own creative choices.

I love getting to see the art, as well as to hear and see the live performances at these events. Unlike some other events these live performances are each different. These events offer a plethora of beautiful people and things to see.

Yes there are some points that are fictional, and some things based on history. But it's wonderful to be able to enjoy it with like minded people.

Festivals offer the opportunity to enjoy the arts with others who may feel as excited about things as you are. This is what we love. Being able to see things with other people, and enjoy it.

So yes, if you have a chance to go to a festival, go and enjoy the art. Enjoy everything and have fun.