Hollywoodland

But wasn’t it just July 1st only a day or so ago? Okay, on the one hand it seems like this month has just flown by, but then again, it seems ages since my birthday and it’s only been a couple of weeks. So… your mileage may vary.

Today in the stars:

Most of the stuff is yet more romance stuff which isn’t likely to happen any time soon around here in the Back of Beyond.

But then I got this one:

“Normal’s just a cycle on the washing machine. (:rofl: Damn, I wish I’d thought up this line on my own!!! I love it!!! It may become my new motto in life!) Ignore the conventional wisdom (could anything be more dreary?). You know an exception when you see it. Tune into your inner knowledge and listen.”

Hex was interesting last night. But I never could read all the words on the mirror about the Seraph and Ella. I got the “Ella’s in danger” bit, but the rest was illegible as far as I’m concerned. Oh well. Next week’s season finale looks quite intriguing.

Wrote about another page last night. Busy, busy, busy.

Okay, I’m not sick, per se, just really, really tired. For no reason I can think of. My allergies are driving me insane today, though, so that may be part of it. Crashed a little before 2:00 this morning (last night?) which is a little early for me. If I’d slept through until 8 or 9, I’d have been thrilled. But, NOOOOO, I woke up at 6 freakin’ 30. *sigh*

Today’s horrorscopes:

“An electrifying attraction to someone whom you may have just met could cause your mind to dwell on sex and romance today. (Or maybe that’s just Stacy & Stefan. ;) ) If you can, set up a romantic evening with a love partner, or if this is not possible, go out to a passionate play or movie that moves you to tears! (Er… no, thanks. I don’t like crying in public. For that matter, I don’t much like movies that make me cry. At least I don’t go out of my way to watch them, let’s put it that way.) Movies may be of particular interest to you today, as you might find yourself reading about how they’re made. Enjoy! (Nooooo!!!! Must. Not. Hop. Back. To. The. 1920s. Murder. Mystery!!!)”

“It may not be a love-at-first-sight kind of day, (Contrary to what the previous ’scope says :rofl:) but the plans you make are likely to go nicely—and the new connections are likely to be fruitful in unexpected ways. Make an effort to be extra outgoing. (I’m too sleepy to be outgoing.)”

“Working on the perfect romance is favored today. (What is up with all the romance stuff today???) Your efforts will be rewarded. (Color me doubtful.) A person with strong opinions will have an unusually strong effect on you, so be careful to keep an independent mind and question both sides of the story. (I’m a little old for peer pressure, don’t you think? LOL!)”

“It’s time to direct your do-gooding efforts at larger targets. (I don’t know why, but for some reason this had me giggling hysterically. :D) Perhaps it’s time to take yourself abroad or into a territory that desperately needs aid and is often neglected. If anyone can do it, it’s you.”

Wrote about one page last night. So I’m still plugging along.

Tonight is another episode of Hex. Looks to be rather interesting, especially in light of what happened last week.

Yes, I’m talking about jealousy. I’m jealous of all the people who are in, or going to, Atlanta this week for the RWA National convention. Even though I don’t actually write romance, a lot of my friends do and they’ll be there. It would be fun to see them in person. Some of them I’ve already met in person, but it would be fun to see them again. Ah, well.

Eureka was most excellent last night. I love this show!!!

I wrote about one page last night. The kids have arrived at the safe house where Stefan is stashing Stacy. Until I can figure out a way for the Villains to find them there. I may have to resort to a leak of some kind. Stefan’s cousin could be stabbing them in the back, but I don’t think he is. For one thing, he should know above anyone that Stefan would kill him if he was. Plus, he seems to like Stacy. But there are plenty of other “trustworthy” people who could be on the take… or just not thinking.

Horoscopes for today:

“Rather than cling to your existing ideas about romance, cultivate some bigger, better, totally outside-the-box thinking. (What? Like hoping for a shapeshifter to come sweep me off my feet?) Turning your perspective upside-down and banishing expectations is a good place to start.”

“Finally, you’re on the mend. The minor ailments that have been dragging you down lately are beginning to disappear, and you’re about to regain all of your physical energy. (FINALLY!!! It’s about darn time!) However, if you overindulge, your energy levels are likely to plummet once again. (Gotcha! Note to self: take it easy…) If nothing else, you’ll have learned a valuable lesson about the importance of moderation, especially right now. Don’t overdo it! (*whipping off a snappy salute*)”

“Your ability to draw attention from the person in whom you are most interested will be hindered by interruptions from many different sources. (What if he’s an attention-hound? Won’t this piss him off?) When you finally do make contact with the one you seek, be prepared for a dose of chemistry. (I hope they don’t mean the kind that involves sulfur and magnesium and such.)”

“Tired of having a front-row seat at your friend’s personal drama? Tell them that it’s getting out of hand. (I guess the period of my listening to my friends vent is over. LOL!) True, they may not react by changing their ways, but you’ll feel tons better at getting that off your chest.”