Tien'sPetLurg

I kind of just love being called Brightness. I think that's a beautiful term. Of course, it's not always meant as a compliment in Brandon's world...but... to be bright and shiny and full of light.... or bright as in smart---it's all complimentary to me. :-)

I don't remember ever being frightened when reading a story. But I do grow to love/hate certain characters and am interested to see how things will be resolved. What I find interesting is WoT was my 1st fantasy series. So the "tropes" and things didn't come across as cliché to me. It all seemed original and interesting. In fact, I remember telling my friend who suggested the series "You had me at Trollocs." The same friend tried to get me into The Furies of Calderon. I couldn't go past the first book. I felt like "I've already experienced most of this general story in the Wheel of Time." Those of you who have read both series know all the nuances and can tell me how wrong I am. I didn't bother reading further because I didn't care what happened to the character. I was afraid my interest in the entire genre was going to be a one-off. Sanderson's systems, characters and social commentary keep it fresh. So I want to say "stick with Wheel of Time you'll love it" but I'm not sure that's true if you've already read a bunch of this stuff already.

I think Syl could take on Marshmallow and Olaf.

I'm assuming these powers aren't limited to me or just my offspring. If this was something several people in a population could do...and you happen to have the ability...I don't think a person would willingly discard an ability/advantage. In a world of people where 85% are born with 1 arm---you get 2-- do you opt to lop one off? Nope. You might fight with 1 arm tied behind your back but you could still enjoy the use of having 2 arms sometimes.

As I've gotten older, acknowledgements (and album liner notes) have become more interesting to me. It's good to see successful people noting that the end product required the effort of many other people. We need all types of people to get things done.

1. I'd use it to help my child. Since he has a language disability and autism, I think it could help me understand what makes him feel unsteady or what he gets from repetitive behaviors etc. I think it would help us avoid misunderstandings. If he was down, I could see if he's fixating only on negative memories so I could remind him of happier times. I'd use it to bring balance. 2. Since he has developmental issues, I'd delay his ability. I'd want a chance to instill some morality. I wouldn't remove it bc I am assuming others have this ability (or could have it) in this imaginary world. In many ways his "playing field" isn't level so I wouldn't want to handicap him. In truth, our regular world allows for him to be a target for manipulation. The world you describe seems scarier if many had this kind of power.

And if you're young and living with parents, talk to them or a school counselor. It's better to take an emotional risk than to suffer in silence.

I do well to have a project or something to anticipate. The best thing I did was go help somebody else. It got me out doing something positive which made me stop thinking about my own junk. All the things they mention in web sites/magazines about beating depression work (exercise, friends, doing things even when you don't feel like it, counting your blessings, helping other people, getting more sunshine, etc). All of that works As Long as you're not too far gone. If you feel like you have the flu or like you're carrying a 200 lb sack of sorrow on your shoulders that you can't take off... It's a good idea to talk to a doctor. I don't recommend meds as the Only method or the first method...but if you need them---they can help you do the things outlined in the self help sections of books/magazines/websites. I think counseling can be useful if the source of sadness is a result of something really old or resulting from a repetitive cycle of behaviors. I tend to trust Free counsel more (no financial gain from keeping you unwell). There is a nonprescription herb st jonswort that has been helpful for some. I used this because meds scared me. Caution: It can make you burn in sun easier and cause issues with birth control pills being effective. Whether its meds or doing things differently, be open to change. Web hugs!

I can't focus well with lyrical music when I read. I never could study with music on. I find myself distracted or overloading the language processing center of my brain. Music has been ruined for me by knowing too much about artists/performers. It's hard for me to like a song if its performed by a jerk. I think this can happen with actors on screen also. I've never "fan"Ned out on an author before. So far, Sanderson's input has enhanced my experience. Phew! If anyone told me that one day authors would become my rock stars, I'd have said they were crazy. But rock on, Sanderson.

When you visit a circus owner's mansion in Sarasota, Fl and think "Colors! I'm in Hallandran!" It's called Ca d'Zan Mansion. Check it out if you are ever in the area.

I've thought of my username a fair amount. I don't know what it looks like too much in the cocoon form. Maybe like a tree frog but the color of a rock with some sort of rock-like dissolving shell?

I think she resonated with the theme that no person is All good or All bad but a mix of contrasts. She had a Jessica Rabbit thing going on for me. "I'm not bad, I'm just drawn that way." It was difficult from the text to know for sure what her motives were, but that helps put the reader in the mental space of the uncertainties of being surrounded by schemers. It's hard to trust people. In this book, people found it increasingly difficult to trust their own sense of identity....much less their impressions of others. I think Lightsong wanted to care about her but was hesitant because it seemed like she'd bedded down everyone. He knew getting naked with her would really confuse him even more. As I was reading, I thought "Here comes the cliché: he's going to martyr himself for her." I'm happy that didn't happen.

It's got a lot of color in it. Is that an advantage or disadvantage? I can't decide. I've got my husband on Warbreaker now. His mind is being Blown. *wince at unintended terrible pun* I will crack open The Rithmatist soon. I hesitate to take it to the beach bc the books look very ratty after I do. I will have consumed 4 Sanderson books on my vacation if I get through Rithmatist. But I'm not obsessed. *looks to see if anyone believed me. * . Well...uh....denial is a coping method.

We're at a Cirque Du Soleil show. I see this costume and think, this reminds me of Vasher because it's kind of shredded.

I'm on vacation. I see rocks at a kid's museum and think... Maybe one in the center is the way Kaladin sees them and the image on the far right is the way Tien sees them.

Just finished Warbreaker. :-)

It's a holiday. There's a beach. There's socializing. All I'm thinking is "can I get back to my book?!" Introverted Sanderson fan. 4th of July freedom is turning the fireworks off and being quiet so I can read. Ha!

Shhh don't tell the other books. ---- Shaggai 23 Jun 2014 Why Cthulhu? My husband really loved the character. He found the kitten, swimming up out of a pond at night. He took the fuzzball home. The little fella didn't know how to meow or be cat-like. He acted like he communed with unseen spirits. And he looked like such a sweet, innocent cat that it was sort of hilarious. Like naming a Doberman "Fluffy". ;-)

I agree. He's on the verge of total breakdown too. Shia=train wreck. Too bad. His real life antics affect my ability to fully enjoy the movie Holes now.

It's been days. Are you done reading it yet? *poke poke* How did you like it? No need to worry about studies or dogs..... The mists compel you to read!

I'm happy For you. In a way that's so creepy because I don't know you. Vicarious living the 1st time again. Ha! It's going to be a good read. Enjoy!

This girl has skills. Wonder if she can act? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ByqG9T04qxA