To my Burning Candle,

Unfortunately, Paul has found himself in a rut at his work: anti-gay comments all around him from absolutely every colleague that he encounters. His manager has done a job at silencing him when he reports it. Since he is unexperienced in the realm of standing up for himself, he seems to make matters worse when he attempts to do something about it. I really want to assist and do something that will make this crap stop, but I do not know what to do without placing his employment at risk. He has been upset for several weeks...I suspect that this dis-ease has caused the write ups; distractions and such. My advice is corrosive because of his mis-interpretation. What do I do? Do I remain as a listener and do nothing? I'd like some inspiration.

I have some brighter news to tell,

As of this morning I have come to an idea as to how to raise and generate money to build the business. This task in mind is going to be a tricky one, as I may fail. Since I have nothing to lose, I have no fear of failure. The casino is undersiege of the Union. I have to find a way to make them go away. If in fact my letter goes in on Monday, I will be one of the few that deters one of the largest and dangerous parasitic companies against businesses across the globe. Even though I may not stay at the Casino long, I would like to return the favor that they have bestowed to me by shielding them from the Union.

Something exciting,

Silent Hill Shattered Memories comes out soon. I cannot wait for it. It is for the Wii, and it will be amazing. Also, once again I will be making the attempt to STOP smoking. Even if for a few months. I would like to remember what it is like to run in the morning and breathe with ease.

Gingered-Mojo

Dear Journal,

Have been working at Thunder Valley Casino for almost two months now. Bath & Body Works is giving me a few more shifts here and there.  As fun as it can be at times, it is still exhausting.  I worked a 9 hr shift yesterday at the Casino, and then 8 1/2 hrs at Bath & Body Works all night long.  On the way home, I saw Dawn coming.

I am a bit concerned; my pay checks do not reflect the amount of money that I think I should be working.  Looks like I am going to have to perform a Jon-Investigation on my pay check to make sure that payroll is not playing Gypsy with my money.

So exhausted that I have been wearing the same clothes for over a week because I am too tired to do laundry.  Good thing the weather is cooling so fast, no one can smell them as easily. haha.

Went apartment hunting a few days ago.  I found some really, really beautiful 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in a family oriented, safe, 43-acre complex.   I want to live there.  There are nature trails everywhere, every single window has a view of a creek or wild turkeys, or something roaming around outside, and....gosh, it is awesome.  The greatest thing about it is that I would not have to waste time with yard work if I am too busy.  It is a bit pricey, and even with a roommate I do not think I can get it.  Have to lower my standards a bit.  Well, actually I was totally not expecting that area to be so magickal.  I felt as if I was completely somewhere else.  It was also -dead- quiet there.  Felt like I went to a log cabin in the mountains near a lake.

Business progress is building back up.  I have some merchandise in mind for the website, now I have to save up money for a license, a fictitious name and of course; the merchandise.  Christmas is looking tight with funding... again. Ah well, I will be making more money than I ever have once everything is up and running.

I met this boy who looks just like me.  Weird?  What is more strange is that he somewhat acts like me. *cold chill up spine* It was different.

P.S.   Last night's Glee was awesome.

Love,

Jon

Dear Gena,

honey, sugar, popsicle stick, and a jar are my new favorite things!

Went on an amazing date two days ago, and then again last night. I still feel glittery! The first date started at Pete's Coffee by his work (Nugget Market) and then proceeded on a walk around the unfinished grounds of this New Roseville plaza.  Lots of making out eventually and shaded hiding places.  OMG.  Loved it.  Last night; California Pizza (something. Can't remember the name), had a cheeseburger pizza - amazing pizza - went to this froyo yogurt place that all of the New Roseville residents go to.....and I mean ALL of them. It's like a small village of yogurt lovers there. There wasn't a single damn person who was not scooping fro-yogurt into their face.  And then we went for walks in different areas until we went to Maidu and relaxed in my fav spot and had another amazing conversation and make-out. But on the first date, it did not end when he went to work. We got back together right afterwards and walked ALL over my side of Roseville. Needless to say I'm still a little sore.

He loves the same things I do; Videogames (Silent Hill, Resident Evil, Final Fantasy), Likes the same movies, got him to like Goldfrapp and a couple of others.  His dog is also named Connie but with a K. Haha. He is also Uber-Romantic...usually I can't live up to that. But I will certainly try. His zodiac sign is Cancer. And he's forcing me to get my car checked out the day before his birthday. Self-Sacrifice much? I really like him. Haha.

Oh Dear GOD!


THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANKS FOR MAKING A SILENT HILL FOR THE WIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I almost peed all over the chair when I found out about the new Silent Hill Shattered Memories for the WII! OMG!
Anyone interested in this cake? Take a piece right here!

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And a piggy piece right here!!

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Dear Ocean,

Thank you so much for evaporating quickly enough to BRING CLOUDS IN THE MIDDLE OF SUMMER!!!!! WOOOOT!

It is so Autumn-feeling right now.  There is a particularly dark cloud coming my way.  Thank goodness I did not wash my car today, yea?

• Website is looking great.
• Been oddly drawn to Blues/Orleans/Cajun music lately (playing right now).
• An opening came up at Thunder Valley Casino Resort and I may take it!
• Got to see a live video of the Tree-Man (shudder).  Interesting.
• Creating a prototype for shop (F***ING HARD).
• The House Bunny is definitely a movie everyone should see at least once.
• I rediscovered that I have a tool box in my room. HA.
• Harry Potter, you melt me.

PS. To my Canadian Gangsters and Jypsy!

Dear Crone,

I need your advice.  Recently, someone has popped right into my life.  It is a boy - I must admit, I have grown fond of him.  We have not met in person yet; just email and texting.  He is cute as well! Just to reassure you, he -is- gay.  Hahaha.  Should I walk with him down the Rabbit Hole?  To enter the Woods that make people lost?  On top of everything that I intend to take on, a boy would definitely add on another undertaking.  From what him and I have discussed, we are almost just the same in likes and interests!  Perhaps I should take his hand and walk with him, yea?  I suppose if it makes me happy just thinking about it, then I will go with him!


Harry Potter is coming out in theaters soon. . . . THAT"S EXCITING!
Added more pages to my website.  Soon, I'll have actual product pictures up with ordering options.  Services are being refined.
I love the colors my hair changes in the Summer.

Dear Universe,

I hereby declare grattitude for all things around me!
Yay.

Ok LJ-ers, I has news!
I have created a website for my business! Check it out at www.crystalpalacegifts.weebly.com . Thank you. You may have to type it in manually. As of yet, I do not have a domain, but it is still accessible.  Any and all criticism, comments, compliments and what you might expect and not expect to see comments are SO VERY WELCOME. Also let me know if I am missing vital information, as it only takes 5 min to correct.

Saw Johnnie Terri today, he scared the crap out of me and it was SO funny.
Jess's Hampster-Roomate was pretending to be Spider-Man last night. THAT was hilarious.  I think when it tried to Web it actually Pooped. HA.

Dear Universe,

Thank you for releasing the constipation that halted me from my progress!

I woke at 430am this morning to find myself working a full 8 hours at Jo-Ann's unloading the first largest truck load of the season.  Then, I had to promptly ascend home, groom myself and transport to Bath & Body Works.  The shift there last until 1045pm. My first day and I'm already taking overtime! WOW. Had an awesome time; watched this really informative orientation video that focused around the products and the common knowledge of scenting the body and skin-cleanliness. AMAZING how much I did not know.  At least now I know how to use my product effectively.

Read some of the New Age Retailer - amazing stuff! Who would have known the things that individuals have been inspired to do to create their companies out of nothing.  I too hope to bring about a shop that inspires excitement to those that desire it.

Today has been a long one, and I am still not tired.  I suppose I can play a video game to pass the moment until I sleep.

Dear Expedite,

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I got the job at Bath and Body Works yesterday, I just got off from Jo-Ann's and at 500pm, I begin orientation.  Also, the New Age Retailer showed up in the mail today! And it is fulfilling with neat, effective forms of advertising and running an oddity business! Oh goodness, I'm so excited!

Well, I must get ready for my second job!

Thank you!

Dear Jebe Crezee,

An update:

I played an incredibly crazy game of Monopoly with Jen D. and Becca.  The game started around 1100pm and did not come to a blow out finish with me (incredibly on top) by 400am.  It was insane. I was SO tired after the first two hours, but the game HAD to come to an end. It was the electronic version with credit cards.  I came out with over $50,000 and all but 5 properties. Oh God. It was fun to pulverize!

I feel that there is big money coming my way.  It should be more than enough to get the shop open.  Dad wants to open up a grill and bar in Maui, Hawaii.  Mom has become more spiritual and not religious....?? Ever since she read this book called The Shack, she no longer agrees with the Christian Religion, but is now out to explore her relationship with God, The Holy Spirit and Bob.  Strange, I know.

I am close to finding a second job as well.  I hope I can land one soon, because I miss working long hours puttin' some effort into something.

Dear Mary,

You would be pleased to note that I have been in the process of creation and general creativity.  I find that this may generate with you because I am no longer looking for seeds to impregnate my thoughts.  In a form, I am "virgin-birthing" my manifestations.

Aside from manifestations, I took a trip to the movie theaters with my parents to see Star Trek.  It is my second time viewing.  Have watched a good portion of the eldest episodes and the movies that ensued, I nearly teared up as I realized what this new story entails for the future in Star Trek.  It almost seems like a cosmic series of Unfortunate Events.

I don't know how, but I have noticed that my eye-sight is returning.  Before I notice it again, I can see clearly.

Dear Hecate,

I have received a Reiki Table from Linda! Woot!

Now, through the creative-manifesto process, I will generate clients and a solid understanding of Reiki practice.  Though of course, I will never know everything (including theory of practice).  I find not knowing everything better in the long run; for perfection means finished, and since energy has no end, my apprenticeship in any form of the Craft should be an infinite, fluid, learning experience.  That is most beneficial if I am to open a business with Linda.

Gingered-Mojo

Dear Lwa,

Guess what? I borrow Linda's Reiki table tomorrow morning for an indefinite amount of time. LOL. I can't stand to not say it when I can. I am so excited.  So, I would like to share a very interesting short story involving the manifestation process.  Ready?

This morning I woke up very early (which has somehow become a regular thing for me to do the past few days), and I read a large chunk of Rhonda Byrne's "The Secret".  I decided after page (something) that I would manifest that I would get off work one hour early; which in my mind was roughly around 9:00pm or earlier.  So I sit down with dishes of burning sage and a few candles in the backyard and I visualize very carefully the outcome of what I wanted to happen. I must have spent 10 full minutes on this process!

At work, the truck team (those who unload the company truck) had unloaded the frieght before I was scheduled to work.  Myself, being apart of the truck team was relieved because I then simply focused on putting out freight.  7:00pm rolls by, and the manager is announcing that once a truck team member is done with their freight-cart, they are to go home.  I thought to myself, "WOOOOAAHHH COOOLL!".  And then the spiteful manager puts me alone on a brand new freight before I even finished the one I had; this particular freight is the hardest and feeds two isles completely.  Everyone except myself and one other person are left.  My associate chose to disobey orders and help me out on the ridiculous most difficult freight-cart.  By 8:15pm I knew that this cart wouldn't be finished until 11:00pm, and then the manager announces that all truck team finished or not must go home.  We had no idea what time it was at this point and packed up to leave.  And then, just as I had imagined it, I clocked out of work with the exact same things in my hand as imagined, and pushed the clock out button at exactly 9:00pm.  How awesome is that!

This is the first entry of my new journal.  I have deleted my old one due to the fact that it reminded me of my Book of Black that I had ritually burned some years ago.  Since I am not willing to burn my laptop, I did a simple deleting.  The layout that I chose for this new journal is, I find, very fun and more suitable. Yay!

So an update!

I journey tomorrow early morning to borrow a Reiki table from Linda.
This morning, Bath & Body should be checking my references.
I redid my magical stock shelves above my desk (looks great!).

Well those are the updates for my first entry. I enjoyed stating them.