((Private entry))

I don't really mean this, I know that I don't, because there is Mina and there are so many other great friends, and wonderful professors, and I'm learning so much for my degree...

But I feel very worried just now that I made a mistake, to come here. I know it will past— just—

So many passings. It isn't at all normal. It can't be! And Howard's... he isn't about so much, we've both been consumed by tasks, and this is both good (less prodding at sleeping linguistic dragons) and bad (less knowing what's afoot). If, indeed, anything that's afoot has... anything to do with, well— us.

Yes, I'm quite afraid.

Tags: daughter of the house of eorl, dormitory woes, leaf by niggle, such a little thing, the watcher in the water, you can't go home again

sixwordstories
Whether you're in the mood for a creative challenge or you're short on time or attention span, this semi-addictive community is perfect for those who find flash fiction way long. Once you get the hang of it, you won't be able to stop. The prince turned into a frog. The girl ran home to mother. Tough to write. Easy to read. It's a double threesome of fun.

Tags: flash fiction, sixwordstories

dailyfoodie
Delicious, ambitious, and occasionally nutritious dishes make for an eclectic, all-you-can-eat feast. Whether you're searching for recipes for your next dinner party or you're jonesing for a late-night brownie fix, your cravings are sure to be well sated. A warm and inclusive community that welcomes all orientations, from carnivores to vegans, from gourmands to junk-food junkies. Guaranteed bias-free, food-positive, and pan-epicurian.

Tags: dailyfoodie, food, photography

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Tags: april is the cruellest month, datta dayadhvam damyata, jacob's ladder, mermaids singing, my nerves are bad, phlebas the phoenician, portrait of a lady, the eliot clan, weave the sunlight in your hair

The empire strikes back

In recent weeks, we've taken huge steps towards blocking spam accounts on LiveJournal. In fact, we've suspended as many as 30,000 accounts in a single day! We've implemented several pre-emptive measures to prevent the creation of spam accounts, and we've honed our detection of suspicious content. Spam bots are a crafty lot, so we'll continue to refine our tactics and keep up the good fight to keep you safe from spam attacks on LiveJournal.

RSS feeds again

If you're addicted to xkcd_rss, icanhaschzbrgr, or other syndicated feeds, we're pleased to report that we've resolved the update error that was mucking up your RSS feeds. While content was being pulled correctly, it wasn't being posted to the feeds themselves. Late last week, we finally nailed down what we hope was the root problem, so content should post properly. We thank you for your patience.

Wii have killer CSI Deadly Intent contests!

c_s_i

If you're a gamer who loves CSI, have Wii got news for you! c_s_i is sponsoring killer contests. Simply post a question to a member of the CSI crew. The winner will get a free copy of CSI: Deadly Intent for Nintendo Wii (with a retail value of $39.99) and get their question answered by a member of the CSI writing team! There's also a fantastic monthly contest. To enter, join c_s_i, play the online version of CSI: Deadly Intent, and respond to a two-part query for a chance to win a Wii! Entries will be judged on composition and originality. Sorry, but you must be a U.S. resident and over 18 years old to participate. Check out the rules here.

Enveloped in postcards

Last week, we asked you to send in postcards to help us decorate our drab concrete walls. Here's a photo of the results so far! Thank you so much and please keep them coming! You can mail them to Frank the Goat, Esq., c/o LiveJournal, Inc., 539 Bryant Street, Suite 210, San Francisco, CA 94107. Be sure to include your username, since we'll be giving ten random users paid account credits.

Photos of the week

If you haven't visited our new LiveJournal photo community, you're in for an amazing visual trip. LiveJournal users from around the world will take you on a scenic journey to everywhere. Post your own pictures or kick back and enjoy at lj_photophile. You can view some of this week's awesome photos after the jump. Please start tagging with geographic location, since we'd like to track all the places around the world represented in this community. Keep on commenting too!
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Tags: csi, photos of the week, postcards, rss, spam, writer's block

A letter, handwritten in Ron's usual excellent script upon a page from what must have been a yellow legal pad, sealed in a cheap envelope and sent by campus mail to Ian Fleming.

XX April 2009

Ian—

Oh, don't worry about that for an instant. In light of all that has transpired, I would feel frivolous at best and hedonistic at worst, staging a spectacle of the proportions I was previously imagining, I must tell you. I think the only reason I may be holding up as well as I feel is that I have mostly not known those departed, and am already too well acquainted with loss in days gone by. As insufficiently as I can mourn, however, I do wish not to have us do anything unbefitting the time, and so I believe your decision is utterly the right one. Should your immensely generous present be intended to placate, be sure that no such gesture is necessary, although if you do insist on my having those books regardless of reason, I may be too greedy to refuse. Wherever did you find them?

Wæs hæil.

— Ron

Tags: an unexpected party, for he is an englishman, ianto, letters, resident linguaphile, you can't go home again

TO: jdonne@meridian.edu
FROM: elandon@meridian.edu
SUBJECT: Help?

I need some advice. Some I won't ask for in email. Can you meet me? Don't tell ANYONE. Even Bram.

Jack, I am trusting you on this not telling anyone anything part. Please. I mean EVER.

text me.



TO: scoleridge@meridian.edu
FROM: elandon@meridian.edu
SUBJECT: Heya...

Our schedules have not meshed up lately and I have been hiding out, not just because of finals. But we have to talk. I don't know where else to turn.

It's about John. I think he's in trouble. Like BAD trouble. BIG trouble.

Tags: (e)mail call, bff code, come undonne

aiyatheydidnt
The Chinese version of ONTD, AIYA is a dynamic international community that welcomes users who share a love of contemporary Chinese pop culture. Dedicated to celebrity gossip and entertainment news, you'll enjoy gorgeous photos and breaking stories featuring the glitterati of mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

Tags: aiyatheydidnt, chinese entertaining, chinese pop culture

wendylady2
Designed to rescue fashion victims everywhere, this Brit-based community reads like a rag-ezine. Published once or twice weekly, you'll view bizarre highlights of the global fashion scene through captivating photos and delightfully snarky editorial. Sit tight for a virtual fashion tour from the runways of New York to Milan to Paris and back home again to London in homage to the adage: you can't buy good taste.

Tags: fashion, gossip, wendylady2

soldiers_heart
A passionate community for veterans of all ages (mostly American), plus families, friends, and supporters. View poignant snapshots detailing life in combat and back on civilian soil in the form of original artwork, personal narratives, poetry, and photos. Be forewarned that members don't shy away from describing their disappointments, disabilities, and struggles.

Tags: soldiers_heart, veteran's day, veterans