This is Why We Don't Have Friends (the real deal)

[eram_quod_es]

This is a journal entry that contains mass amounts of whining. This is why I don't have friends. It also deserves an index.

1) A CONDENSED VERSION OF MY LIFE, AND ALL THE THINGS YOU DON'T WANT TO HEAR (WHY I WANT TO GIVE UP WRITING)

2) MY FIRST WEEK AT COLLEGE

3) FANFIC STATUS

4) PHOTOGRAPHY

5) A VIDEO PRESENTATION: THE MAJESTIC FLIGHT

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Comments

[ahmerst]

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Hold up, boffin. You shouldn't be unhappy about posting it here or on FF.net! TDDOL is literally my favorite Russ/Ame fic I have read to date, and I have read a pretty huge boatload.

The thing I love about the story is that it's more emotional than others. It isn't the usual "This is the plot, this is how we move through it" kind of deal, and for that I'm very grateful. I thoroughly enjoy experiencing everything that's going on in Alfred's mind, seeing what makes him tick and what he wants so badly but can't really have at the moment.

The fact that the pace is slower makes me adore it all the more. Think about music for a second here. Think of the greatest classical pieces. They're slow, melodic, and make you feel. They take you through the ups and the downs, to the point where it's more of an experience than a song by the end. Greensleeves? Slow. Fur Elise? Slow.

While there are classical songs with faster pacing (AND CANONS), the slower stuff is what really gets to us. But see, this is what your story is. It's

[eram_quod_es]

Sorry for the late reply! Everything is so busy

[rissa_ichigo]

CHICA! *hugs* You're writing is the most amazing thing ever! And TDDOL DOES make me feel! That's why I'm reading it, because it's a diffrent take than most fanfics I read! It's what you said, the EMOTIONAL aspect! ^_^

Wanna know a secret?

I started my story, Your Hearts In A Headlock because I was inspired by Y-O-U!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm not kidding! I loved how you wrote this fanfic so much, that it really made me want to give it a go and do something different from what I usually write! >4Second off, I know about the self-confidence issue. I have to get my sister or mother to come with me when I do things (like buy a movie ticket) because I have this weird and crazy fear that the person will get angry or upset with me and hit me. I know, weird right? But you know what you have? Friends and Family! They can help you break out of your shell! And you also have me! If you ever wanna talkies, I'm here! I have Skype and MSN as well, so just send a message if you want to add me on those

[eram_quod_es]

Thank you. :)

You all are really too kind! I really like Your Hearts in a Headlock (also love the song!), so it's extremely flattering that TDDOL inspired that. *blushblushblush*

Also, I have to do the exact same thing! >< I'm too shy to give my orders and stuff, so I have to have someone there. My mom will pull a fast one and pretend like she's gonna order for me, and then once we get up to the register she'll turn around and put me on the spot, asking me to tell the person what I want. Terrible terrible

[eram_quod_es]

And, eee, forgot to mention!

I AM working on your one-shot prize! I haven't forgotten, by I've been stopped up by this whole debacle and school. I'm also still trying to work some of the kinks out. But, I just wanted you to know that I AM working on it, and you've not been forgotten.

[puddinodarkness]

Aww, don't get discouraged with your writing! :) I think it's LOVELY, and much, much better than mine, and I personally like stories that are willing to take it slow and talk about emotion. Mine's kind of like that too, it's a story focusing on just two people and their everyday lives. I doubt mine'll ever get published too, but that doesn't worry me at all, because I like to write for myself. So, if you enjoy writing, and it makes you happy, keep doing it! :3

Also, I'm glad that you posted it on here. It makes my day a little bit brighter when it updates. *hugs* And, as far as friends go, even though I don't know you very well yet, I'd like to be your friend. :)

[eram_quod_es]

Thank you!

Gosh, I just felt really crappy when making this journal post, but reading all of your comments has really cheered me up the last few days. I think I'm out of my funk (though school is still making my schedule iffy!). I've even started to get the urge to write again.

I'd really like to be your friend, too. :) Everyone seems so wonderful on here, I wish I could meet you all in real life!

[puddinodarkness]

You're very welcome! :3 School's got that effect on everyone, I think. I feel the need to just have a little mini-coma of a nap right now, honestly. X3

And that's great that you're writing again! :)

[eclipserainbow]

Girl...I just read some of your stories. I usually dont care about reading about what people write about themselves (unless i know them), but felt I just had too in this case(the very reason I got an account right now was so i could write this: Your Russia x America fics are among the best I've ever read. I think two of the reasons they are fantastic is that you seem to be someone who understans the characters really well, also your writing style is one of the most uniqe I've ever seen. Your Russia is the most PERFECT Russia I've ever been able to find in any hetalia ff. You should NOT change your style!! At all. I think it's wonderful the way it is, your The Dumbing Down of Love is on my top 10 list most loved Hetalia fics (Iv'e read 100+ APH fics)You are way to hard on yourself. People wouldnt leave nice comments just to be nice, it's because we really LIKE what you write, why else would we even bother leaving good comments? Please, dont drop your fanfics. There will always be people who critizies, but that shouldnt stop you from

[sparadoof]

I don't mind you quoting what you replied to me at all.

You really are a wonderful writer.
Don't let criticism get you down, just sorta sort out what they say, and try it out a little? Don't rush the story though. pleasepleasePLEASE don't rush the story.

I've never had any help with writing either. You're amazing without having help. I can't write at all.

Don't drop your fics. If people don't like them, then they can go read something else. Emotional development in a story is important, because if you don't feel for your characters, then the story is boring.

"People wouldnt leave nice comments just to be nice, it's because we really LIKE what you write, why else would we even bother leaving good comments?"

I agree with this.

[ceralennox]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO your fanfic status made me cry. I love the pace, I love the emotion. Many readers (like myself) are drawn to characters development and angst. Leave it how it is. The majority like it. D:< If other people have a problem with it, then too bad! Gah! -sob-

I actually think about it at random, it's one of the top three fanfics I constantly look out for updates. ;-;