Jessica Says: 'Til Next I Write & Next You Read

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A SIMPLE SENTIMENT :

I've decided that I've written all that I've needed or wanted to write at this present point in time, as many of my recent blog posts have stated a lot, especially about me as a person, which is something I don't generally do on the internet (even on my personal Facebook account). I suppose everything on here really says something about me, but I don't have the need nor want at the moment to elaborate any more than I already have.

If I choose to delete this blog in time, I just want those who have been regulars on here (regardless if you left a comment on here, on my Facebook, or spoke to me in person) to know that I appreciate all of your efforts for checking out this blog and giving me your opinion in some way. I hope this has been something worth reading.

Till next I write and next you read,

or perhaps this is our bittersweet adieu between writer and reader,
thanks to those who have read my words.
And be true to yourself, as I am to myself.

~xxj

"The Grand Finale" from "Edward Scissorhands" by Danny Elfman♥

(one of my most favorite film compositions and composers; 1:55 slays me every time)

More on Danny Elfman and his amazing compositions here.

More on me as a composer of music and literature, artist, and photographer here.

(I need a certain number count per month)

All right, it's a little bit later, but I'm now on a Danny Elfman rush. Here are some of my other favorite compositions of his, obviously generally from Tim Burton films.

"Victor's Piano Solo" from "Corpse Bride"

"Jack's Lament" from "Nightmare Before Christmas"

 Some of Danny Elfman's greatest hits

"I. Pianos" from "Serenada Schizophrana"

 

A Picture Blog Post: No White Flags

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 FIRST PICTURE BLOG POST
 AND WHY? :

I'm sure it's easily realized now by this sentence that these kinds of posts will be mainly pictures, but with captions below to weave in between the story, emotion, or whatever that I am trying to portray. It will also be interesting because each picture story will be ended on a note that is really for people's own reasoning, however, each post has its own overall general moral. What you choose to do with my story is your choice. Also remember that this is a blog, a writer's tool for freedom of speech and expression.

This one is about the concept of not giving up what you believe in, what you deserve, and who you are.
 

Obviously, this one is going to be "Pirates of the Caribbean"-themed because I feel a number of the stills pertain to the point I'm trying to make. Also, it's Jack Sparrow, who has an amazing array of emotion in his many facial expressions. So duh.
 

(I feel the need to note that no, by choice of actor it's not a "celeb crush" or something...I personally think those are rather silly unless you actually know the person. I met Martina Navratilova once, though. Anywho, I think Depp would be a pretty cool guy to meet in real life, though. Interesting fact: Depp is far more of an interesting person than people tend to play him out to be because of his attractive appearance and acting talent (though his words sometimes gets him into trouble). Definitely take the time to read into his post-having children life compared to his pre-having children life. I recently did a newsletter about the concept of people changing "for the better" when they have children, and it's a pretty interesting concept.)

I think this post will be suiting, especially since it is my final day as a junior (and resident) in university.

Hopefully my senior year will be better. We'll see.

Awesome Suggestion Below:
Beautiful composition called "One Day" by Hans Zimmer from the third "Pirates" movie I suggest you listen to as you read this :

And here we go :

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There are times in life where even when you have finally achieved what you feel is absolute happiness and hope in your life, things can go completely wrong, even without you knowing it.

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And then that happiness you've waited so long for to achieve goes away along with some other things, but you don't understand why.

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And you are given no answers.

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And nowhere you feel is safe to go.

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 And no one to whom you could turn, even if you wanted or needed to turn to them.

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And no need for certain things - those kinds of things.

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But then you may try to get an answer and the situation can end up getting worse.

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And you still receive no answers, become even sadder, and even question your convictions.

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Even though you never had to truly question your convictions before.

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And the thought of having accidentally crossed them consumes you, along with everything else, leaving you in a very different state.

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The burden of the world lies upon your weakening shoulders, but you won't let it go.

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And that's okay, time does not, cannot, and will not heal everything for everyone.

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But if you're stubborn and independent like me, it will help to open your hidden heart, cry in front of others, and turn to those others for help.

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 And maybe there will be one you can trust to provide you answers, and he or she will.

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And who knows, maybe they will all surprise you, just as mine did when helping me.

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But it is still about YOU.

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And retrieving your very self again, as well as strengthen it.

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And be willing and wanting to do what needs to be done, regardless of the risks, all for your own well-being.

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And stand for what you believe in, what you deserve, and who you are and know you are.

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But even after that battle you may still lose everything and more...so all you can do now is:

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Hope,

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wait,

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try to remain strong, and 

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count the days, but note:

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You still fought what you fought for and even though after all of your efforts, you still lost everything in the end, you didn't surrender and won't surrender; but you made a smart move to step aside, regardless if it was forced or chosen. Do you know how many people would just sit back and do nothing? Go you!

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And maybe, just maybe, not all hope is lost, future buried, security shattered, enemies crafted, direction averted, people forbidden, and comfort slaughtered.

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Maybe both you and I can and will tack our bruised ships back to comfortable shores.

Hopefully.

I am still waiting for mine.

This blog post is a dedication to all of the people whom know what situation I am referring to in this pretty little Picture Blog Post.

Be strong and feel what you feel,
believe in what you believe,
fight for what's worth fighting for to you,
never question your convictions,

and don't be afraid to be human.

Every human has their rights, these included.

Practice them, embrace them, and share them.

Thank you, people,

jess

WARNING TO THOSE WHO MAY COMMENT:

PLEASE BE CAREFUL WITH WHAT YOU WRITE.
LEAVE DETAILS OUT, PARTICULAR OPINIONS STIFLED, ETC. ON THIS BLOG POST.

P/M ME IF YOU WISH TO SHARE ANYTHING THAT SHOULD BE SAID IN A PRIVATE PERSONAL CONVERSATION. 

~xxj 

Can People Please Cool It With The Butterbeer Puns?

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BACKGROUND INFO :

I'm almost certain I do not have to say the name of the celebrity above, but I will anyway just in case you haven't been exposed to anything in the media for the past 10 years: this is Daniel Radcliffe, most commonly known for his acting role as Harry Potter in the long-lived Harry Potter movie franchise. Last year, Radcliffe told the public of his struggle with alcoholism, but he actually recently revealed that he would often go to the HP set still drunk from the night before, being that he drank nightly and heavily. 

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WHY YOU SHOULD SAVE THE PUNS :
Although I am seeing more positive and supportive comments than insulting ones on internet articles about Radcliffe's words, some seem to think that joking about alcoholism is beyond entertaining and amusing. But the reality of the situation is that he once had a problem that he obviously kept to himself for a very long time. I think people should commend him for being brave enough to be so straightforward to the public, not put him down. He has also been sober ever since August 2010, so that says a lot, too.
In a British celebrity news magazine, Heat, Radcliffe says,  
"I have a very addictive personality. It was a problem. People with problems like that are very adept at hiding it. It was bad. I don't want to go into details, but I drank a lot and it was daily - I mean nightly." Quote Source
He also told the public that he has always been quite fearful of not living up to people's expectations - which is understandable considering his profession and the weight of his role. Even though he struggled for a long time, he says his girlfriend's never-ending support helped him through these darker times
So why are people turning this into a joke?

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JESSICA SAYS :
I'm neither a fan nor hater of Daniel Radcliffe's acting, but I do respect him as a person for many reasons, and not just because he played Harry Potter for the past 10 years (I actually didn't even like the movie series). Though I do not know him personally, he seems to hold true to his convictions, adamantly promotes and funds causes like Gay Rights, and is doing his best to venture away from the label "typecast" in an appropriate and admirable way. I do not believe I have ever read something so straightforward and open by a celebrity ever, especially on such a topic.


I just truly think it is pathetic that people are throwing around Harry Potter-related puns about Radcliffe's alcoholism. A lot of people are also jokingly wondering which scenes he was drunk in, though I could care less. Also, I can't help but to feel that writers are spinning the mood of the story by making their titles sound as though he drank on set or immediately before he got on set (Harry Potter was drunk during scenes of the movie~ Yeah, that doesn't make it sound like he was actually just still drunk from the night before). 

Radcliffe did not have to inform anyone of his alcoholism in the first place and yet, people are painting him to be less of a human being for his admirable actions. I think it's awesome that he was very open about it because it also helped show that he is more than just some rich Hollywood actor, he's really just like a lot of us "normal" people. This humanized him even more to me.

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TO THE READERS :

• Do you think that because this actor is the one who played Harry Potter, that his struggle with alcoholism makes it amusing? 
• What do you personally think of those who struggle with alcoholism?
• Why do you think Americans find it amusing to make HP-related jokes about Radcliffe's honesty?