Adieu to a tale of mystery and adventure~

Ah, it feels good to get my fingers sliding across the glowing keys of my laptop. Reading or a writing block can take their toll on a bookworm who's used to hiding herself behind the enchanting pages of a riveting novel that takes her eons away into another dimension. 

My block, however, was attributed to eager anticipation and the long await for the final book in the series Lockwood & Co. by Jonathan Stroud, The Empty Grave. Few books stay etched in my memory long after I've read them, their vibrant characters and tell tale scenarios blooming to life in my whimsical imagination. 

This book was no exception. 

When I first started this paranormal series, I had no idea how deeply it would touch the depth of my soul and how fulfilling the entire reading experience could be. Enough to actually put me off from reading any other book (except for The Museum of Innocence by Orhan Pamuk due to a certain annoyance of a human being, but more on that later).

For any of you not acquainted with the series, this one might contain spoilers for the final book.
The central characters, Anthony Lockwood and Lucy Carlyle has earned an endearing position in my fan book, along with the more notoriously, sardonic ghost imprisoned in a glass jar, simply termed as "The Skull". (Is it even possible to fall in love with a ghost that has nothing of its physical attributes described, but only on its own personal sarcastic charm and humor that Lucy finally warms up to and even misses once he's gone?). 

The book goes through the narrative of explaining a few of the more terrifying cases before finally ending with the Boss battle. Though it was slightly less hectic and mind-boggling in comparison with the previous books, the ending, in its own way, brought the mystery of the excessive hauntings in the quaint town to an end. (Or does it?).

Lockwood and Co. once again save the day with their now extended agency that started out from two prime members. Perhaps the charm of the book lies not just with the story and the macabre description of the children running around trying to capture and destroy the ghosts that haunt and infest the town. The characters themselves are enchanting in their own way, each with their own unique traits that make them that much more likable. 

Anthony Lockwood, for instance, is described as charming and debonair with a flair for the dramatics, but is also fierce, loyal and strives with an infallible desire to protect his friends from all harm. Now, this might not sound like much and might follow a typical protagonist profile where everyone falls in love with the lead character. What makes him memorable is how his character progresses through the entire series and you find his more humane side, with all his flaws and faults. 

And now that this entire series has come to an end (Sobs into a tissue), the only thing to do is mitigate the heartbreak by reading some sub-par fanfic. 

Bye, for now~

Winter is coming~ (Spoilers ahead =~=)

Anyone, and I do mean just about EVERYONE, who knows this line can mean only one thing.

Yep, GAME OF THRONES. You play to win or you end up having a horrifying and gruesome death.(Like stomach churning, bile inducing deaths).

The internet was flooded with memes from this show and I simply had to see what the hype was all about. I mean, what could have people quoting lines from the show that reached Gandhian status. So, I downloaded season one and was ready to sacrifice my entire night. My bedroom door was open and the entire screen of my PC was plastered with the absolutely captivating opening theme ( which is still a huge favorite). Also, no one thought to warn me about the kind of scenes that are -coughs- not suitable to watch with your bedroom door wide /OPEN/. So when one such scene suddenly popped on the screen, I sat there flabbergasted, eyes darting towards the door and back to the icky scene on the screen. The one noteworthy matter about GOT is that even the s@#$x scenes have the most important dialogues in the show. So there is simply no way of missing it at all. And who should stride in to my room at that very moment to tell me good night before heading to sleep?
My dad, of course. Nothing prepared me for that and some instinctive reflex kicked in which caused me to stab my toe against the restart button, causing the screen to turn black and my heart to skip  a beat.


But, all lessons aside, the show really did live up to its name, atleast in my eyes. Even though it did start out slow with seemingly irrelevant scenes and unfamiliar faces showing up in every new scene, you eventually learn to distinguish the hoe from the bitch and the cheat from the ones who actually give a damn about the kingdom. Some of the scenes which involve violence and gore are simply too bloody for the weak-hearted but other than that, the story takes a sharp twist and interesting turn at every corner.

And the biggest lesson that I've learned from Game of Thrones is probably that the author R.R.Martin
hates everyone equally with a passion. You learn that, it is important to never have too much attachment to one single character because you never know which episode might be his last. I remember staying up till 4 am with a packet of tissues and sobbing my heart out after seeing the Red Wedding. To say that episode was depressing is probably an understatement. IT WILL RIP OUT YOUR HEART AND STEP ON IT BEFORE LETTING IT ROAST IN THE PITS OF HELL.

And the story does not end there. It goes on to other, more brutal murders, rape ,incest, abuse and every obscenity imaginable and still has you sitting on the edge of your seat, waiting for more. Book readers everywhere sounded outraged at the rape of the eldest Stark daughter, the burning of Shereen( which really did bring down Stannis' position but he died too, so yaay), beheading Rob stark and mounting the head of his dire wolf on his shoulders really have been some of the most outrageous scenes that sparked a hoard of wailing fangirls and guys to flood twitter with their opinions. Even the show probably has its characters going like..

The final stab to the open wound was probably the death of Jon Snow, even though I'd heard about it, read about it and discussed it with book readers who hate the show to an extent. And also the multitude of theories that state that he will be revived in Season 6, but who knows. Time to wait and see if the luscious maned man makes his reappearance. So until then, I'll probably lie in wait and fan girl about some other show. 

Other good recommendations to you guys reading this would be : Once Upon a Time, Lie to me, Bones, Sherlock,Big Bang Theory (all random genres but they're all equally good in their own field).

So for now, this is me signing off,

L.O.L
~JabberEmi.

PewDiePie

All you PEWDS out there,

Lets hear a PEWPEWPEW if you're a PEWD.

Ok, that was lame, but hopefully, this post isn't.

As many of you may be aware, or maybe not, the latest Vlogging sensation  ( yes, people who posts videos) has been PewDiePie. 

No, its not an animal. And no, its not a kind of pie.Sounds like the kind fairies make though.

But before I diverge from the topic any further, this name came to my attention due to this HUMAN making news about his earnings for the year 2014 by sitting at home and playing games and OH MY GOD THAT LANGUAGE. It is not for the weak hearted or for people who visibly cringe at the word F**k. Yes, I did mean FORK. What else would it be? Felix Arvid Ulf Kjellberg ( Wolf that roams in the forest, apparently) ( And yes, that is his real name) makes a living by hugging his computer and making videos of his game play. Now, most would actually consider that a dream job and it most certainly sounds like a sweet deal.


So, I decided to see what all the hype was about and ended up watching a few ( ok, maybe not a few..more than a few..loads and loads of them actually). And, boy , did I laugh. His 'Dumb ways to die' and 'Flappy bird' game play have been my absolute favorite so far since I've played them both and royally sucked as well. If you dont mind the crude humor,the odd sounds, weird gestures and absolutely ear splitting language,  you're in for a helluva ride, people. His videos are not limited to only video game plays, but also has seemingly spread to answering the occasional fans questions, playing games (loved the Charlie Charlie challenge) and so on. Now, its only a matter of time before I sit and watch them all and wait for new ones. The thing that makes Pewdiepie stand out is his debonair good looks and charm (HAHAHAHAHA) Just kidding. I'm just there to hear the commentary and laugh my ass off. So if you're in a need of a good laugh, I would highly recommend a jolly Pewd video. Gotta respect what he does for charity as well. A new kind of role-model for this techno crazed generation of ours.

So, even though the internet may be booming with jealousy, awe,respect and a little gay for this crazy dude and his lifestyle, hats off to you for being a wonderful entertainer.

~L.O.L
JabberEmi.

The Phoenix is back

A good day to the meager few who do stop by to read this,

Recently, my life has taken quite the turn. I wouldn't say for the worst, because that would mean I'm not enjoying the new adventure in my life right now. Let's just say, that people have shown their true colors during the most harsh conditions and when I needed them the most. So, to those people here's me saying that I hope whatever floats your damn, hypocritical boat, sinks it.

On a totally different note, there's a new life for me. One which I didn't think I'd have the opportunity to experience in a million years. What is it, you ask? Well, here it is. The freedom that I so desperately wanted, but was too much of a coward to go for it. Maybe if I'd actually had the guts to say 'NO' for once in my life, I wouldn't have ruined as many lives as I have. Which is what, you might wonder. To which I say, some secrets are best kept out of the Internet.

My first experience in Chennai, was frightening, to say the least. It was terrifying beyond compare. It was like being thrown out of a plane and forgetting you had a parachute on before someone reminds you. The thrill of exploring a new city is completely scary yet exhilarating at the same time. But after a while, you sorta crave company because no one really likes being alone, despite them telling so. Because in their heart of hearts, one soul always calls out to another. So before I bore you all with these very vague details about my life, let me tell you this. That, despite every single thing that's happened in my life so far, I am content.

Happiness has always been something that I've sacrificed for the sake of others; but never again. People will go to any end to belittle you and keep you from achieving what you're really capable of, because they might not have had the chance to carry out their inner most desires. You know? Those lovely, expensive pair of shoes you've always craved. That outing with a friend you'd have to miss because of other social "obligations". That enchanting place you've always wanted to visit but never had the time or proper company to go along with. Oh! And lets not forget the most important ones that's almost an integral part of every females life. Sacrificing your every single dream and desire because your parents want you to get married, and becoming the perfect house wife because its what society expects us to do. So, dear society and all you sniveling, hypocritical mid-wives and grandmas and grandpas and uncles and aunts who do nothing all day but suggest grooms for the "ELIGIBLE" children (YES CHILDREN. You dont consider a 20-21 year old as an adult), well guess what? Screw you. Need something to do to keep you entertained? Go read a good book. Or watch T.V . Need to ruin someones life? Then go jump into  a well.

And to you, moms and dads who think it is their sole duty to get their kids married at such a young age (even guys; because face it, even dudes these days who are 24, have the mental capacity of a 12 year old brat), I hope you realize that your child has a dream of their own. Something they very truly desire to seek and achieve, whether they want to travel or start a business of their own, support them in any way they can.

Because, you know what they say, if you really love something, let it go. If its meant to be, it will come back to you. Dont break its legs and cripple it for the sake of your own happiness.

Someone get me a coffee right now..Things almost got too intense e_____e

Love and Regards,
JabberEmi

To my Green Kitty

I hope you've all had a relatively fine weekend. To those who have a hectic life, I hope you've had your rest so that the coming week can suck the life outta you. And for those of you who have weeks with a milder temperament,  I hope you had enough fun to drag your ass through your dreary week. I know I sure didn't.

But moving on,  I received news that sincerely got me into a fit of childish giggles, a completely selfless happiness that I haven't experienced in a while. A friend of mine has finally gotten engaged and I'm sure cupids arrow stuck deep. I could see the hearts floating blissfully around her head all the way at my end x3

Now this is no ordinary friend. There are certain people who enter your life, cling on to a piece of your heart and soul ansand never let go during any circumstance. I still remember with vivid clarity the first time I met her and the thought that struck my mind at her doll like beauty."Didn't know this shit of a college has people so adorable around". And her heart was as pure as her nature. Well not completely pure. This adorable creature that I came to love gave new meaning to the phrase "Appearances can be deceptive". But those are stories reserved for my pleasure ;) She isn't someone to be taken lightly though.  Behind that calm exterior and cutesy appearance of a teddy bear lies the heart and pride of a lion, one that refuses to back down against any challenge and one that knows to love without reserve.

I've never met anyone in my life who reached out to others with the sole intention to help, without even a single trace of malice. I've learned that sometimes it's better to forgive ones faults because the faults don't make a person.  The good that they do is what defines them.  And even though we've had countless memories forged during the past four years, from the ritualistic hugs every single morning ( and I cannot tell you how much I miss those) to our crazy antics that range throughout the entire day.  That adorable smile,  that heart melting voice, that innocent goodness and fiery loyalty are some of the traits that make me so damn proud of her. Sometimes,  words are simply not enough to express what and how you feel about a person. And I hope you realise how much you mean to me when I tell you these words because I've seen so few people who've stuck by my side till the very end. Who've accepted me despite my many faults and have helped me become someone I can be proud of.  And for that,  I will forever be in your debt.

And lastly,  to the guy who captured my mehtys heart, I hope you come to realize how absolutely lucky you are to have stolen a gem. One that shines brilliantly on the inside and out. I wish you both the best of luck for a cherished and child infested future.

I love you , Mehty. ♥♥♥

~Meera. 

The mystery behind the mask @_@

 Ever familiar with one of these? I don't believe there's anyone who wouldn't know what these masquerade masks are. 

These masks were depicted as a doorway into a world of eerie magic, mystery and intrigue. The tradition of wearing masks was started in Venice, Italy. Worn during the Venetian Carnivals, these served as a way to protect the wearer's identity. And not only that, people loved swarming the carnivals decked in beguiling ball gowns with lavish seams, plus these masks to add a spice of enigma. These absolutely stunning pieces of art, decked with glitter and paint of gold or silver, and pieces of colored paper or even decorated with eye catching, myriad colored sequins, paint, feathers and so on, in the native baroque style. But do you know the history behind these deadly beauties? 

I'm sure we're all familiar with the minor tragedy called the Black Plague that ravaged and diminished the population of Europe in the 13th century. The doctors who attended to the plague victims, wore these unique yet bizarre masks to distinguish themselves, so that people knew who to avoid. Plague doctors typically wore simpler masks, the redeeming feature being the long curved beak like structure, resembling a bird, that extended to a greater length, when compared to the rest of the body.

Such is the sphinx-like yet oddly enchanting tale of the Venetian Masquerade masks, one which makes us ponder over the phrase 'Never judge a book by its cover'. The only reason I learned about them can to satisfy my curiosity when my cousin and I went shopping one evening and stumbled about these delightful masks. I was pleasantly surprised to learn about their fascinating history. And the wonderful thing about them is that they're actually quite easy to make with a few regular arts and craft articles that you can buy from your nearby shops.

I hope you enjoyed reading this tiny piece of interesting history. Here's a piece of me and my cousin wearing the masks that we purchased. 

Have a crazy weekend :) <3

~L.O.L

-Jabber Emi. 

Shout out to every anime fan out there \(^___^)/

Welcome to the magical world of Japanese animation where the characters make you fall in love with them every single day and who're probably a million times cuter and debonair than your average looking male or female. With those huge eyes that sparkle and make you go 'awww', these creations have begun to invade the hearts of people, young and old, around the world.

I remember the first anime that invaded my screen. The American version of the Japanese show, "Cardcaptors" brought infinite delight with the tale of a teenager who's assigned the task of collecting magical cards that she'd unknowingly released into the world. Simply stating this as a cartoon would be injustice,  given the spectacular costumes she'd wear before venturing, in her case, flying, to seal the original forms. Let's not forget the cute teddy bear guardian, Kero, which guides her along every step of the way.  Do check it out if you ever get the chance to, because, Cardcaptors portrays nearly every type of virtue that one should inculcate at an early age: Friendship, Loyalty, Selflessness, Generosity, Kindness and also, that it is alright to made mistakes once in a while, as long as you learn from them. This obsession with that anime led me to cultivate my drawing ability at that age and I remember spending hours in front of the screen with a piece of paper, a pencil and a box of crayons. Here are a few of my cherished creations <3

 The number of anime that have been released since that year has increased exponentially,  each with its own engaging storyline, lovable characters,  mysterious yet delightfully good looking antagonist, with unexpected twists and turns at every niche. Some of the most sought after genres are Comedy,  Romance, Horror,  Slice of Life,  Mystery,  Drama , Action and so on.

Here's a list of some of my favourite old school anime that still remain fresh in my memory: Digimon, Inuyasha, Detective School Q, Ghosts at school, Alice Academy,  Princess Tutu, Fullmetal Alchemist, Ranma 1/2, Samurai X, Saber Marionette J etc. There's still a lot more from where that came from but you get the idea.

 Feel free to post comments about your favorite anime. A story that truly inspires you or probably one you identify yourself with.

For now, this is me,  Jabber Emi, signing off.

~L.O.L