JOURNAL: Anime Jedi

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  • Final two weeks and a half... 2004-01-05 21:03:08 Every teacher seems to have finally realized how much time we actually have to finish all of our work, and have started getting organized. They've all told us that it's going to be constant work from now until exams. Sounds like loads of fun. lol We even were given lesson schedules in two classes, with all the dues dates, and main ideas of what was going on. In a way that's good, because it's easier to be organized, but it really takes the fun out of spontanaety (sp?).

    In art, there's still a lot of work to do. On top of everything, our class is supposed to present an art gallery show. We're renting out a big hall (or something like that) and having this fancy presentation on Monday night. When I mean fancy, I mean we have to be all dressed up. Our teacher says we have to treat this like it was our very own show. So it has to be professional to every detail. And guess who was named the co-ordinator of it all? That's right, me. He asked who'd volunteer, and when no one did, he surveyed the room very slowly. Eventually, his gaze reached mine, stared for a few seconds, and continued on. I was hoping that was it, but the girl beside me looked at me and said "Kevin, you're pretty organized, right?". Then she shouted "What about Kevin?". My teacher looked over and said "How about you Kevin?" with a smile on his face. Well, I didn't want to disappoint him, so I'm heading the whole thing now. S= I actually don't mind doing it, but I just found the way that I got into it to be pretty funny. lol

    In other news, my hands are getting pretty chopped up. I don't understand why though. I've been using my punching bag this often for a while now. Why would it only start now that they might start bleeding again? -_-

    Well, like I said, there's a lot of work to be done in art. And my set of three paintings are very much apart of that. Worse is that they are due on Wednesday. That little tidbit of information took everyone in my class very much by surprise. Oh well, nothing I can do about it other than finishing it on time. ^_^

    Kevin (Anime Jedi) 
  • Foolish language barrier... 2004-01-03 21:09:54 I always find it disheartening whenever I meet someone new, but find it hard to communicate because of language differences. This is a common occurence on the internet. Today I got an e-mail from another anime fan who speaks little English, but mostly Spanish. Not exactly my strongest language. Free language translaters on the internet help a little, but the idea is still hard to grasp. Hopefully I'll figure a way around this.

    Over 6000 views for this Journal... That's a little bit... well, amazing. ~_^

    I almost did some homework today! I pulled out all my notes, divided it into different piles, and laid down beside it all. Of course, that's when I started falling asleep. -_- Tomorrow's the last day. Looks like it has become a "do or die" situation.

    Maybe I should buy some sort of 100 GB hard drive with my Christmas money. Everyday I'm playing AMVs, and looking for some to delete. I've always got about one gigabyte free, but if it gets any lower than that, it's really pushing it. There's just too many I can't bring myself to get rid of. Argh... time to apply some will power. ~_^

    Same thing with my room. Over the years, I've collected way too much junk, in hopes that one day it would be useful. Things like so many children's books, little models, and posters. I just can't bring myself to throw away/give away/sell any of it. Once again, it seems my lack of will power has come into play. lol -_-

    Kevin (Anime Jedi) 
  • A purpose to live... 2004-01-02 23:57:00 Gah! I've always been bothered by this idea, and yet it never loses it's impact. I'm sure tons of other people get through life just fine without thinking that there must be some higher purpose for them. You don't need a purpose to live, right? I feel like a samurai who has no one to protect (since a samurai's life is meant to protect).

    Too much anime as usual. Just because I'm not out saving the world, striving to become a world champion (in something), or being fueled by revenge, I feel like my life has no meaning. No purpose. No reason. I need something to dedicate my life to. Something that I think about everyday. Something that is worth spending my life in pursuit of reaching this goal. Something worth dying for. Something that goes beyond my selfish little self, and is for the common good. Actually, scratch that last one. I don't really care if it's a little selfish, just as long as I actually have something to strive towards.

    As usual, anime tempts (sp?) me with all these characters who know exactly what they want. Yes, I just watched a new anime, so that might explain why I'm going through this whole little dramatic "poor me" thing again. Anyways, I saw Argentomsoma. Pretty good series. I've only seen the first DVD, but from what I've seen, it's good.

    Where was I? Oh ya, characters who know exactly what they want. Well, here we've got Takuto, who knows exactly what he wants, revenge. Sure, pretty selfish, but at least he knows his goal in life. Ash from Pokémon? To be the best Pokémon trainer! Kenshin? To help the weak! InuYasha? To find the jewel shards and become a full demon! Everyone seems to know what they're doing. Even if they're being used, they at least have a temporary goal. True, sounds pretty sad, but I've come to a point where I'm so lost that just a little guidance would be heavenly. And even anime characters would are consistently looking for their goal in life, seem to be able to make a good adventure out of it.

    Can't "finding a purpose for my life" be my goal? Sort of like the journey was the reward the whole time. Or my goal in life is to find a goal. Sorry, but that getting way too philosophical even for ME. Trust me, I've pondered about that little idea for a long time, and it just doesn't have the same self satisfaction.

    ...What a way to start the new year. -_- Well, my head's spinning. So no more philosophy for tonight. I'll just battle with that question later, like the rest of my life. That should give me enough time to figure out the answer, right? lol

    Kevin (Anime Jedi) 
  • Welcome to 2004... 2004-01-01 15:20:50 Last night was fun, in a "my friends are the adventurous partying type" kind of way, but it's nice to ring in the new year with good friends. Got home around 2:45am, and got to bed about 4:00am. That meant waking up at (what timing!) 12:34pm. Pretty late for me, and I got about 8 hours of sleep, what a way to start the year off! lol

    I watched Pirates of the Caribbean after a shower, and well, here I am. Not much has been accomplished. lol

    I can't believe it's already Thursday! Only today, tomorrow and a simple weekend. You know what this means? I actually have to start doing some homework. Argh... Just the thing I wanted to think about. Where's another week's vacation when you need it.

    New Year's Resolutions? Sorry, not tellin'. You'll just have to pay attention, and maybe you'll notice a difference. Though I doubt it, because my resolutions are just a tiny bit personal. =^_^=

    Well, good luck to you all. Hope everyone enjoys another full year of... well, life. ~_^

    Kevin (Anime Jedi) 
  • Final day of 2003... 2003-12-31 13:01:15 I'm gone for 2 days, and as usual, people take advantage when it comes to the world of AMV banners. lol Though I admit this time I actually would have voted for one or two of them, but definitely not all six (?) of them. Like seriously, what are the chances? I'm around for a month, only one banner gets voted in. I decide to not show up two days, and six pull in and are all patted on the back. Too freaky to even think about.

    I went a little overboard with movies yesterday. I had this coupon for videos, so I rented 7 of them. My mother looked at me, and asked if they were all anime. I just replied, "Of course". Anyways, watching the Samurai X episodes (Kenshin OVA) set me in a very calm and relaxed state of mind. It's been a while since I've felt like this. I rather enjoy it, and wish I could have reached this inner balance more often. Though I suppose if I did, it would eventually lose it's sweet taste.

    It is still very warm outside. I walk around for a bit in short sleeves, but once I was in a combination of a cool wind, and the shade, it got a bit chilly. I wonder when the show will arrive. Who'd like to bet that all those who enjoy skiing are getting a bit frustrated? lol

    I'm unsure if I'll write anything more today, but I'd like to hope that everyone had an enjoyable 2003, and wish that 2004 will bring good fortune to those who wish for it. ^_^

    Kevin (Anime Jedi) 
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