You haven't heard from me in forever and a day since I have been dwelling at megoobietoo. It's really reserved for a few people (school friends, etc.), but I wouldn't mind a few friend requests. Don't get upset if I don't add you, though! You probably will not want to read, anyway, seeing as I reference events and people that are unknown outside a certain circle.

But, I really love y'all... really. So, please drop me a line if you want!

So, guess what? Brenden got himself a LiveJournal. I cannot remember if it's "Friends Only" or not, but you can check! He's jiggerjaw.

And also...



There are others for which I need to make videos.

*SQUEE*

Toodles!

In response to scarletsherlock and sunflower0986:

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I swiped this from sunflower0986.

100 Things You May Not Have Known About Me

1: First grade teacher's name: Ms. Witherow. She used to put a crab Beanie Baby on her head when she was on her period, calling herself "The Crab Monster". Quite apparently, Ms. Witherow was made of win.
2: Last word you said: I was singing along to Why Georgia by John Mayer.
3: Last song you sang: Umm... right.
4: Last person you hugged: My mom.
5: Last thing you laughed at: Something both witty and absurd by Brenden, I am sure.
6: Last time you said I don't remember: I don't remember. Oh, haha.
7: Last time you cried ?: When I was speaking to Brenden on the phone about holding my little brother, Atticus, for the first time.
...where's number 8?

::PRESENT::
9: What color socks are you wearing: I am bare-footed. It's summertime, silly.
10: What's under your pants?: Yea, umm, underwear.
11: What time did you wake up today: 10:00 A.M.
12: Current taste: Nothing, really.
13: Current hair: It's half pulled back.
15: Current annoyance: I do not want to finish my math homework. Also, my apartment is a wreck.
16: Current longing: I am looking forward to tomorrow: an entire day alone with Brenden, dinner with his family, and the Dave Matthews Band concert.
17: Current desktop background: Regina Spektor.
18: Current worry: Math and if I am going to finish it in time. Also, if I have lost my rational mind because I am not doing said math.
19: Current hate: Chelsea, we all have stretch marks on our thighs. But, anyway, probably math. Math, math, math, math.
20: Current favorite article of clothing: I really love my new sapphire blue shirt. It fits me nicely, has an unusual shape, and is my favorite color of all time.
21: Favorite physical feature of the preferred sex: Eyes, voice... yes, I'm talking about him. Sorry.
22: Last CD that you listened to: Room for Squares by John Mayer.
23: Favorite place to be: With my friends or in my room.
24: Least favorite place: Home Depot.
25: Time you wake up in the morning: It really depends. I tend to wake up around nine.
26: If you could play an instrument, what would it be?: The piano. Definitely.
27: Favorite color: Sapphire.
28: Do you believe in an afterlife?: I would like to.
29: How tall are you: 5'4"
30: Current favorite word/saying: Defenestration.
31: Wish you could go back and talk to: My great grandmother, Mary Garvin.
35: Where do you want to go for college?: New York University, Brown, Columbus College of Art and Design, Columbia, something in the Bay area... we'll see.
36: What is your career going to be like: I am either going to be a photographer or a writer. Or, possibly, a teacher.
37: How many kids do you want? A few later in life.
...38??

::HAVE YOU EVER...::
39: Said "I love you" and meant it: Yes.
40: Gotten in a fight with your dog/cat/bird/fish: I've wrestled with Gracie. :)
41: Been to New York: Yes.
42: Been to Florida: Yes.
43: Been to California: Yes.
44: Been to Hawaii: Yes.
..and where's 45? Good counting, guys.
46: Been to China: No.
47: Been to Canada: Yes.
48: Dreamed something really crazy and then it happened the next day?: I have! And, I've made a crazy with at 11:11 and had it come true the next day. It made me a superstitious person. Haha.
49, 50, 51?
52: Do you have a crush on someone: Yes.
53: What book are you reading now?: All the King's Men by Robert Penn Warren.
54: Worst feeling in the world: Failure and heartbreak.
55: What is the first thing you think when you wake in the morning: "What time is it?"
56: How many rings before you answer: The second or third, I think. It depends on how close the phone is to me.
59: Do you sleep with a stuffed animal: Ralphie, Mr. Pickle, and George.
...JESUS! 60, 61, 62, 63...
64: Do you do drugs: No.
...AND 65 and 66
67: What kind of Shampoo and Conditioner do you use?: Herbal Essences' "Body Envy" 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner.
68: What are you most scared of: Failing out of school.
69: What clothes do you sleep in?: It depends.
70: Who is the last person that called you: Rachel.
71: Where do you want to get married: I am not quite sure. It depends on what place is special to us.
72: If you could change anything about yourself, what would that be: More motivated, less depressed, and thinner.
73. Who do you hate: Nobody.
75: Are you timely or always late: Early or on time.
76: Do you have a job: Nope, but I am thinking about getting one at Coldstone. Maybe being around ice cream all the time will make me sick of it?
77: Do you like being around people?: I need my alone time.
78: Best feeling in the world?: Love.
79: Are you for world peace: Of course.
80: Are you a health freak: A little bit. But, I'm not too bad.
81: Do you have a "type" of person you always go after: Not really. The person needs to be genuine, open-minded, kind, romantic, and funny. After that... well, skinny, British literary geeks with hidden musical genius are nice.
82: Do you want someone you don't have?: Nope. I'm completely happy.
83: Are you lonely right now: Not really. I'm enjoying being all alone at the moment.
84: Ever afraid you'll never get married: Yes.
85: Do you want to get married: To the right person, yes.
86: Do you want kids?: Sometimes. Hee.

::IN THE LAST 48 HOURS, HAVE YOU...::
87: Cried: No.
88: Bought Something: Yeppers peppers.
89: Gotten Sick: Nope.
90: Sang: Of course.
91: Said I Love You: Yes.
92: Wanted To Tell Someone You Liked them: No.
93: Met Someone: Nope.
94: Moved On: Nope.
95: Talked To Someone: Of course.
96: Had A Serious Talk: Not really.
97: Missed Someone: Yes. It's ridiculous.
98: Hugged Someone: Yes.
99: Yelled at Someone: Nope.
100: Dreamed About Someone You Can't Be with: Nope.

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The other replies are coming later... when I get at least five comments. Hee.

Swiped from scarletsherlock.

Voicepost Meme of Doom!

Ask me a question - any question - and I'll reply in a voicepost. Fannish! Non-fannish! Ask me to say your favorite nonsense sentence! Give me a tounge twister! Ask me why it takes forever for me to reply to memes! Give me insanely long quotes from mine/your favorite books/movies, or a passage from your favorite fanfic of mine. Ask me to laugh evily! Make me squee! Just do it!

EDIT: I will only post after I have five replies!

Swiped from solitaryrider!

Your result for The Color Code Test...

Color Code: BLUE: The Social Butterfly

6% Red, 43% Blue, 31% White and 20% Yellow!

Take The Color Code Test at HelloQuizzy

This miniature survey was stolen from sunflower0986. Also, those of you who understand my title get a cup of hot tea and a scone.

Use the first letter of your name to answer the questions.

What is your name? Madison
Four Letter Word: Made
Boy Name: Malachi
Girl Name: Michele
Occupation: Magician
Color: Magenta
Something you wear: Mittens
Beverage: Milk
Food: Mango
Something Found in a Bathroom: Mirror
Place: Manchester
Reason for Being Late: Megadeath
Something You Shout: "Malted milk balls!"

All in favor of putting Andrew Lloyd Webber to sleep, say "aye". I think that it would be best to mercy-kill him before he incurs the certainly considerable wrath of the ghost of Gaston Leroux... which, I have decided, will come in the form of a highly pissed Erik.

It would be the right thing to do. No one wants to encounter a highly pissed Erik.

See, the man is quite obviously insane. He was good once but, then, he decided to cast a hottie hot hottie as a deformed recluse. And, now, it has come to this. Click on "this", by the way. My layout doesn't highlight links.

And the synopsis...

As for "Phantom . . . Once Upon Another Time": It's set in 1906 in Coney Island. The Phantom, having fled Paris, is running a freak show. At night, he crawls into his lair and makes love to an automaton that looks like Christine.

Christine, meanwhile, has become a famous opera singer. But she's fallen on hard times because her husband, Raoul, has squandered their fortune. So she's accepted a high-paying gig from a mysterious impresario to open a new amusement park. On her first night in New York, she draws back the curtain in her hotel suite and comes face to face with her new employer - flash of lightning, crash of chords - the Phantom!

Christine has a child, Gustave, but is his father Raoul or the Phantom? I can't tell you because no one's seen the second act yet.

But I can tell you that Raoul, who was so handsome in "The Phantom," is now a drunken wreck.

At first, I thought this was a joke. You know, someone making fun of crack!phics... or something.

But, I was wrong. Oh, so very terribly wrong. This is our POTO sequel.



So, just for the record...



These hilarious and all too true macros were made by the lovely my_daroga. I just had to swipe them.

Guess what?

All of you are invited to Shots in the Dark's production of Woody Allen's Don't Drink the Water this Friday and Saturday at The Columbus Academy. The curtain opens at 7:00 P.M. and closes at 10:00 P.M.

Ooo... look at our shiny logo made by Chelsea, sunflower0986!



It will be spectacular. You know what will make it even more spectacular? The fact that it is a free show! We do, however, encourage donations as this is an independent, student production.

I shall be playing Ms. Burns, the secretary. It's not a big role, but that is fine by me. I am content watching my friends act like imbeciles in front of an audience. I'm joking, of course. I love you wacky, talented kids.

Also, could all of you do me a favor? Could you all please laugh like immature teenagers when Brenden (playing Walter Hollander) says his "I enter and I stay" line? I want to see how he reacts.

Thanks so much.

Go to Urban Dictionary and type in your answer to each question in the search box. Then, write the definition it gives you.

( Click Me! )

OMIGOSH. Yesterday, I got a tattoo of Vincent van Gogh's Starry Night on my ankle. I have been planning this for quite some time. There will be pictures in a month or so when it is all healed and touched-up and pretty. More details to follow tomorrow night. I have a sleep study this evening.

But, do discuss. I have conservative Brenden slightly freaked out. *rolls eyes* Buha.

Because I do, in fact, prefer not to bludgeon you to death with my personal issues.

Do you sleep in your bra?
Only when I accidentally fall asleep in my clothing.

Do you enjoy drama?
Not particularly. I do like theatre, however.

Are you a girly girl?
I do not really think so. I like dressing up quite a bit and am very stereotypically girly in a lot of things (e.g. I love sappy romances). But, at the same time, I think I'm more guy-ish than a lot of girls in my sense of humor and attitude towards threatening things... if that makes any sense.

Small or big purses?
Big purses, always. I need to carry my books and kitchen sink, don'tcha know?

Do you think you’re paranoid?
Sometimes, when I get worried about what people are thinking.

Did you dress up on Halloween?
I do not celebrate Halloween.

Are you double-jointed?
Nope, thank the Lord! I would freak myself out.

Where is the weirdest place you have slept?
You know, as much as I sleep, I should have an excellent answer to this question. I just cannot remember! The only experience that comes to mind was my night on an airport cot. I thought it very artistic, for some reason. My imagination... *gestures in air*

Last person you hung out with?
Night of Mayhem, foo'!

Do you call anybody by their last name?
Multiple people, actually. Wooster, Shoup, Paulson... there are many more, I am sure, but my memory is obviously bad this afternoon.

How many guys will read this just because it says "Female Survey"?
Probably not too many.

Do you wear makeup?
Sometimes.

Ever cried at a movie theater?
Of course! I have also begun to laugh hysterically at myself for crying so much in public. Those times are the best; the protagonist is dying and some lunatic is laughing her head off.

Can you put on mascara without opening your mouth?
Yes.

Do you think Ryan Sheckler is cute?
Meh?

THIS OR THAT:

Eyeliner or Mascara?
Mascara.

Louis Vuitton or Dooney?
I only know of one of those brands. And, I dislike it. I would rather buy books with that money.

American Eagle or Hollister?
Neither! I am not-so-much into the preppy look.

Heels or flats?
Flats.

Skirts or Jeans?
Skirts, as of late.

Socks or leggings?
Leggings are cooler.

Hoodies or jackets?
Hoodies.

Straight or curly hair?
Straight, probably. But, I think that curly hair is gorgeous.

Hoop or dangling earrings?
Dangling.

Do you prefer light or dark-haired guys?
Okay, for all of these preference questions, I do not have a real answer. Looks do not matter so much to me. But, I shall answer them, okies? Okies. In this case, I would say dark-haired guys. Like Edward.

Are you currently frustrated with a guy?
I am currently frustrated with myself.

Do you have a best friend?
Yes.

Have you ever thought of having plastic surgery?
Not seriously.

Do you like your life?
I am overall quite happy. It is not the life I want, though. I must keep in mind that many have it a lot worse.

Do you like anyone right now?
Brenden.

Ever walked into the guy's bathroom?
Yes.

Have you ever jumped in the pool with your clothes on?
Possibly.

Have you ever slapped a boy in the face?
No, I do not think so. I am not assertive enough to do anything close to that.

Have you ever cried yourself to sleep?
Indeed.

Have you ever not been able to get someone off of your mind?
Unfortunately.

Have you ever had a good feeling about something?
No, I have never ever felt good about anything ever. Psh.

Do you ever wish you were famous?
It would be nice to be widely respected. For instance, it would be great to be a best-selling novelist who stays true to her vision.

IN A BOY:

Cowboy or Gangster
Like... an original gangster, perhaps. Not someone with insanely over-sized clothing.

Preppy or Punk/Goth?
Punk/Goth. Not the fake kind, though.

Contacts or Glasses?
Glasses.

Funny or Serious?
Funny... and serious.

Cute or hot?
Hot.

Long Hair or Short Hair?
Short hair, generally. But, if you can pull off long hair, please do so.

Good Dancer or Good Singer?
Good dancer. Both abilities are really attractive to me, though.

Basketball or football player?
Basketball player, I guess. I do not necessarily care for guys who are really into sports.

Smoker or non-smoker ?
Non-smoker. Smoking, while his prerogative, is stupid and makes his breath smell bad.

This is the new music video for Andrew Bird's Lull. It is beautiful, really, except for the fact that the animated man, from what I can gather, had an affair with the squid... which, you know, is slightly disturbing and scary to picture.

But, do enjoy. :)

( Lull )

This was swiped from fluerette!

GENERAL
1. Name: Madison.
2. Birthday: June 21, 1990. WOAH, I will be eighteen tomorrow.
3. Where do you live: Gahanna, OH, USA.
4: What are you studying/What are you working as: I am a student and library volunteer.
5. What makes you happy: My friends, Brenden, listening to good music, candles, reading, cleanliness, biking, thunderstorms, laughing, tea, sunrises, hugs, Atticus, and stability.
6. What are you listening to now/have listened to last: We Intertwined by The Hush Sound.
7. What is particularly good/bad about my LJ: It is currently full of teenage angst. It is also relatively free of grammatical errors.
8. An interesting fact about you: I have narcolepsy.
9. Are you in love/have a crush at the moment: Mr. Brenden Patch.
10. Favorite place to be: In the library, on the stage, or in the grass.
11. Favorite lyric: Lord have mercy! There are so many...
12. Best time of the year: June and January.
13. Weirdest food you like: I do not know if I like any weird foods. Hummus is one of my favorite foods and not many Americans eat it, I don't think. I also love broccoli, artichokes, vegetarian sushi, and wasabi.

RECOMMEND
1. A film: Casablanca.
2. A book: 1984 by George Orwell.
3. A song: Covered in Rain by John Mayer.
4: A band: How about an artist? Regina Spektor.

FANDOM
1. Favorite Fandom: Sherlock Holmes. I also like Doctor Who, The Phantom of the Opera, and... Twilight.
2. Parings: Erm... Holmes/Russell, Holmes/Watson, The Doctor/Rose, Erik/Christine, Erik/Future Prodigy, Erik/Nadir, Edward/Bella, and Edward/Me (ahahahaha).
3. Icon/Fic Journal (so I can join): jewprisonoflove. But, you can't join! Buhahaha.

PLUS
1. One thing you like about me: You are nearly as obsessed with Jeremy Brett as I am.
2. Two things you like about yourself: My quirkiness and general amiability.
3. Put this in your lj so I can tell you what I think of you.

Both Rachel and Chelsea have posted about what they want for their futures. Some of these things have been smaller necessities (e.g. "a wall between the kitchen and the dining room") and some of these things have been much bigger (e.g. "happiness"). And, their postings got me to thinking about what I want for my life.

I want to be with the person with whom I fall in love and to never regret a single day. And, I want him to feel the same way about me. This person is preferably gorgeous, romantic, and intelligent. Haha... just kidding. Well, sort of.

I want to write. I need to write. It would be lovely if I became some sort journalist or novelist. But, the important thing is that I continue to value words and never, ever allow my voice to die out.

I do not want to live in a cookie-cutter, suburban house. Sure, I might not get my urban, bohemian abode (like the one in Across the Universe after which I pine). But, I want to live somewhere interesting and, ideally, filled with antiques or other meaningful, unique articles.

I want me and my family to be healthy. Maybe even health nut healthy. I would also really like to live more green. It would be sweet if our house was powered by solar energy.

I want to have kids later in life. I love kids... but, I have too many things that I want to do before I have to take on so much responsibility. Besides, the idea of child-rearing freaks me out. I want to maintain my identity, which I fear will die out (at least somewhat) when I have so much of myself invested in others; call me self-absorbed. Also, I'm worried I'll do a bad job and they won't turn out right.

I want to live in either New York City or San Francisco at some point. I am quite adamant about this and do not care if I am dirt poor. Being my crazy self, I wouldn't mind squatting or what-have-you as long as I could be in my cities. I am sure that such a lifestyle would seem much less appealing once lived. Take my romanticism in stride.

I want to keep my old friends and make new ones. I never want any circumstance to kill off a relationship.

I want an exciting life. I want a happy life. I want to do the right thing... above all else, I want to do that.

So, there you go.

Now, regarding the present: I basically raped, pillaged, and generally devastated the SAT. Even the math section went well. I should probably offer up some sacrifice of thanksgiving to the math gods who so obviously blessed me. I will give them pi (*dodges flying tomatoes*). Also, the writing and reading portions were ice cream. No, not cake. I do not enjoy cake. Ice cream is a much more suitable metaphor. I licked that test.

I think.

Because, you see, whenever I think I've done splendidly on some sort of exam, I find myself greatly disappointed. The results aren't just mediocre; they're horrendous. So, I am going to cross my fingers and hope that my karma pays off.

Oh, and that I'm not completely delusional.

I am currently at the library. I got back from a dentist appointment not too long ago. That went fairly well. And, erm, today I am making a math schedule so that I can complete my pre-calculus course by the beginning of August. I haven't gotten any reply from the parks volunteer program. I think I will give them another call today to see if I can get this going. If it doesn't work out, I will go ahead and work for the library... despite my fears of turning into a vampire and/or getting arrested by said literary stormtroopers.

I suppose that is all for this (unlocked) entry. Toodles!

Vampires (i.e. sex).

I feel seriously ill to my stomach. Thanks a lot, Hollywood.

Lord have mercy.

Currently at the library! I just finished my SAT practice test and am praying to the math gods for some sort of blessing. The writing and reading sections were as easy as could be. My math portion of the test, however, was not quite as splendid. I am exhausted, though, and will probably head home to take a short nap before I continue with my studying.

I emailed the Park Partnership Program in order to set up a volunteering schedule. I want to spend a lot of this summer being outside and active. I think that the sunshine and exercise can only improve my health. Spending all day at the library will just help my vampire-esc qualities (reclusiveness, inactivity, aversion to light) to grow. And, honestly? I can see myself getting distracted while sorting the books. I'll be found reading in the middle of the aisle.

Oh, and did I mention that the library staff probably hates me? I am surprised that I am able to login to the computer system due to my embarrassingly large overdue fines. Ah, well.

I am going to California on August the thirteenth through the twentieth to visit my grandparents. I hope that my family issues do not cause any drama. Lord knows I do not need that a week or so before my senior year begins.

This summer is going to be busy with volunteering, play practices, math homework, and college visits. Oh, and I am volunteering for the teen event of Pride 2008 (June 28th) and will be attending graduation parties all this month.

Not to mention keeping the bloody apartment clean for Nights of Mayhem...

But, I'm so excited. Have a wonderful summer, party people!

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I love how I got caught off, there. What I was saying was that the band will probably be composed of Rachel, Jeff, and I, though we may include Chelsea and Brenden for their singing and guitar talents. Brenden plays multiple instruments, actually, and will be a hella fine male vocalist.

Have I come to that point in life where I need to be in a band? Lord have mercy. Anyway, thanks for listening and suffering through my singing, ranting, and numerous "umm"s.