Random Thoughts/Things?

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Random Thoughts/Things?

Random Thoughts/Things?

I wasn’t really sure what to call this thread, but I’ve had this idea floating around in my head for awhile now. Basically, anyone can post anything here. Any random thought you have, any random thing that happens to you, any random question that pops into your mind. Have fun, and don’t be afraid to be random. 

submitted by Leeli
(January 11, 2019 - 8:20 am)

I'm not against midnight purple or indigo purple, it was My Little Pony purple, which did not go nicely at all with the mood I was going for

submitted by Darkvine
(March 10, 2024 - 12:25 pm)

Just saw an episode of The Monkees w/my sister. Kinda hard to discern what they were saying for most of it, and I'm still confused abt that bit at the end with them running around the wood scaffolding things but the tiny little dogs were cute when the song "I want to buy me a dog" was playing. My sister is somewhat obsessed w/the Monkees rn. Like, there's this one blue double-breasted shirt they wear at one point. She sewed her own. And she's been dressing up as all 4 of them just like how I dress up as my characters. And she's been playing the music non-stop.

Don't get me wrong, I like The Monkees, just the same 50 songs on repeat is a little annoying when she doesn't use headphones and it's not what I'm interested in. To be fair, I am playing the same 22 songs on repeat constantly (all 17 finished/out songs from Epic, plus some that are cut [My Light], and some that aren't out yet [Monster, God Games, Dangerous, Legendary]. Well, I'm not just listening to those, I also finally found some good CHB-vibe playlists so there's 2 or 3 of those that I listen to [mostly just one, though]. But that's beside the point. What was the point again? Idk.) 

anyways Epic. I love it so much. Literally, my BFF Lux (yes, the one who will join the CB soon hopefully. she was gonna before but there were some things that got in the way) and I danced to My Light for the middle school talent show on Thursday. People probably think we're dating now... ALSO there's that one line in The Horse And The Infant that goes like "Neo, avenge your father, kill the brothers of Hector", right? Well after reading The Song of Achilles (which I'm obsesed with; before even finishing the book I memorized their dialogue in the scene w/the "Name one hero who was happy" line. If anyone else has read it and wants to fangirl over it w/me, I'd gladly do so.), I've figured out who that guy is. And I hate him. Freakin' Pyrrhus. Son of Achilles. Hate him so much. I mean, like, ya don't have to not let Pat go to the Underworld by not letting them fulfill Achilles' wish of being buried w/Pat! And ya don't have to go and kill one of my fav characters in that book just 'cause she said she wasn't Achilles' bed slave and doesn't want to be yours! And ya don't have to go kill that guy! Or that other guy! And why are you doing all this at age THIRTEEN?! I also rly wanna hate Apollo, but he's like, my godly parent, so it's hard. But I still do hate Agamemnon (of whom I've taken to calling "Aggie" b/c it's easier also it's rly funny to me) and Paris. But Odysseus and Briseis? Love those guys. 

Oooh! I went to the library today to get out 3 books: CHB confidential, Hotel Valhalla guide to the norse worlds, Camp Jupiter classified (all three of those by Rick Riordan) and Circe (by Madeline Miller, same author as TSOA). I got all but the CJ one. Plus two others: The Iliad (translated by Robert Fagles) and the Odyssey (translated by Richmond Lattimore). Also have on hold dif translations of those two (translated by someone w/the last name of Wilson? I forget exactly). But I'm so excitedddddddd. CHB Confidential is so goood so far! Nico sings a parody of Hokey Pokey abt the magical barrier around CHB! AND THERE'S SOLANGELO. AAAAAAA- Okay question: so the dragon that guards Thalia's tree at CHB it named Peleus, right? And isn't Achilles's dad named Peleus? Does anyone know if there's a connection? Also, according to Wikipedia, the feast in honor of Peleus and Thetis (which is a horrible story btw) went exactly how it goes in Sleeping Beauty. Someone (Eris, in this case) was forgotten, so that person decides to cause discord and whatever. 

Anyways this is getting rly long and rambly and it's late sorta but I've missed y'all so much you don't even know and I was so happy to see that the CB was back (just ask Lux), I was literally shaking. and yeah y'all are spindiddly, thx for reading this, so happy to be back, good night. (Also thx and sorry Admins for such a long thing, I've had a lot to say, and this has only been for the past like 3 days so yeah thank you)

submitted by Rainbow, Mt Pelion w/Patrochilles
(March 9, 2024 - 11:10 pm)

I know, I'm still just so happy that the CB is back :)

About Peleus, I don't really know if there's a connection, but you have a point... or maybe someone just couldn't think of two different names for the two characters lol :) And for some reason I love the idea of calling Agamemnon "Aggie"!

submitted by Poinsettia
(March 10, 2024 - 7:59 pm)

WAIT YOU WATCHED AN EPISODE OF "THE MONKEES"?!!! OH, MAN, I LUV THAT SHOW!!!

Sorry for the screamin', it's just  *SQUEEE*. I used to have a crush on Mike Nesmith and Davy Jones (Mike is the guy with the wool hat, Davy is the short British one).

submitted by Thunder, age 15, Lightnin' City
(March 12, 2024 - 12:38 pm)

LIZARDS MY PARTNER IS LITTERALLY THE BEST PERSON EVER I LOVE THEM SO MUCH RAHHHHHH

I just saw my school's musical and they were in ensemble and even though it was a really small part they are SO TALENTED ITS AMAZINGGGG! they were so passionate about it and were genuinely have such a wonderful time I can't even express how much I love them omggggg <3333

submitted by Writing_in_the_dark, age 14, The Mindscape
(March 9, 2024 - 11:17 pm)

aw, I know that feeling... <3

submitted by Poinsettia
(March 10, 2024 - 7:59 pm)

@Moon Wolf. They can meet somewhere. But first, could you tell me a bit about Rigel..... 'cause I kinda forget um....pretty much everything about them. I'm really sorry. But when I get the time, I'll give you some info about Carmen!!

submitted by GloomyBear
(March 10, 2024 - 8:05 am)

Okay! I'll give you her form:

Name: Rigel (pronounced Rai-jol)

Age (or age they appear/act): 15-17

Pronouns: she/her

Appearance: a little more than shoulder length black hair, wistful deep blue eyes, wears silver jewelry (mostly with stars)

Basic personality: thoughtful, kind, quiet but not shy, creative

Hobbies/intrests: writing, reading, drawing, calligraphy, baking, gardening

Other: +talks like this+

submitted by Moon Wolf@Gloomy, age lunars, A Celestial Sky
(March 10, 2024 - 10:41 am)

I'm new to cricket and just started reading them can anyone like tell me abt this place

also i just finished the series i was reading any thoughts on what i should read next??

Welcome, Bookbug. We're pleased to have you join us. Look for book recommendations on Blab About Books. Have a look around and feel free to reply to whatever comments inspire you.

Admin

submitted by Bookbug, age A million, United States
(March 10, 2024 - 8:34 am)

Welcome, Bookbug! I'm Periwinkle (she/her), but call me Peri. Here's our Ultimate Guide to help you learn your way around. You don't have to read the whole thing, but it helps to look it over: http://www.cricketmagkids.com/chatterbox/chirpatcricket/node/443573 

Like the Admin said, Blab About Books is a great place to find what you ought to read next! I definitely reccomend checking it out. 

submitted by Periwinkle, age 14, Somewhere in the stars
(March 10, 2024 - 9:42 am)

Hi Bookbug! Welcome to Cricket and Chatterbox! I'm Moon Wolf, she/her. What series did you just finish? I can give you a recommendation based on your tastes in genres.

submitted by Moon Wolf , age lunars, A Celestial Sky
(March 10, 2024 - 10:38 am)

Hiiii Bookbug! Nice to meet you :) I'm Hawkstar, she/her, and welcome to the CB! I could totally give you some more book ideas, just tell me what type of books you enjoy!  

submitted by Hawkstar, age ARMY-ing, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
(March 10, 2024 - 2:39 pm)

man do i love chewy tortillas. 

submitted by Overmorrow, feldcroft catacomb
(March 10, 2024 - 6:11 pm)

I'm currently listening to a playlist I named 'die, ears'. it's glorious

submitted by Darkvine
(March 10, 2024 - 7:45 pm)

ah nice, I have one called 'loud' and the subtext-thingy is 'permanent ear damage here i come'

submitted by Hex
(March 10, 2024 - 9:52 pm)