Goodness gracious...!

My head is spinning so, I do not think even holding it still with my own hands will keep it from reeling. It has been such a wonderfully busy time for me, I have scarce had the time to write.

I had recently contracted for a new house to be constructed on my little beach, which has since been completed. I'm at a loss for words! It is far more beautiful than I had ever hoped or imagined, however I am now at an impass -- it has been a good, long while since I have had to fill an entire house!

Once I've completed, the structure will have a parlor, sitting room, kitchen, dining room... possibly a formal dining room, as well... two baths, two bedrooms, another sitting room, a playroom for my little girl... as things are currently going, she gets a whole floor to herself!

My own room has a balcony to the front of the house, and a second to the back. The view, as Mr. Albatros and I discovered yesterday eve, is absolutely breathtaking. I hope to spend some time outside soon, before the fall turns too chilly... writing perhaps... or learning to paint.

I must remember to have a house-warming party, once the furniture is arranged.

Ms. Bookmite has been so kind to me as of late, and she is certainly a joy to work with -- as well as Ms. Seetan! I am delighted to have found such a wonderful workplace to call home: Novem. I must remember to thank Dr. Mason... again...

~ Annastina ~

How delightful.

I must admit; exploring exotic locales with Mr. Albatros is an amazing experience. As I have never gotten far from home before, being able to see such fascinating places is quite a thrill for me.

So far I have visited a castle, underwater ruins, waterfalls, pirate ships, magical forests... and that was only yesterday!

I have also flown over New Babbage, various other places (I cannot remember them, as they were little specs of town below me), and spent a wonderful evening watching the autumn leaves fall.

I firmly believe that, now, my adventures can only get better.

~ Annastina ~

Turn of Events

“There are things that we never want to let go of, people we never want to leave behind. But keep in mind that letting go isn’t the end of the world, it’s the beginning of a new life.”

And thus my new life begins, filled with wonder and delight -- for starters, I am learning to fly.

Mr. Albatros was so kind as to assist me in the purchase of my first mechanical flying machine. It's a lovely thing, shaped like a swallowtail butterfly... very sleek, classy, with all of the gears and mechanisms hid.

I started shaky, as most do I suppose, nearly crashing into cliffsides and ocean on multiple occasions. Ultimately, however, I did manage to even out and found myself flying (clumsily) through the air.

The feeling is an unbelieveable rush... a sense of freedom, and lift... I do believe I like it.

Now excuse me... I'm going for flight.

~ Annastina ~

Credit where Credit is Due

To Darien:

Thank you, for everything.

Love,

~ Annastina ~

Pleasant Surprises

Being on my own has become so unfamiliar to me -- I find it quite foreign, and unsettling -- that I scarce know what to do with myself anymore! It seems I have been trapped in a life not mine own, and only now have the chance to regain what I appear to have lost.

Thankfully, Doctor Mason has been so kind as to try to involve me in various festivities and social events. Having not seen the doctor in quite a long awhile, I was relieved to see that the fuzzy caterpillar that had been attacking the underside of his nose had moved on, likely to warmer climes.

The good doctor recently extended an invitation to me for a costumed party, though at this time I cannot remember just where, which I gratefully accepted. The music was somewhat offbeat, though delightful, and the dancing was just as enjoyable.

In the midst of the party, when the winners of best costume prizes were being determined, my feverish dancing was interrupted when a young man handed his vote to me accidentally. The gentleman was quite charming, and apologized for the error -- I had never been mistaken for the hostess before, and was admittedly surprised.

As I seem to find every day, the world works in mysterious ways. The gentleman (whom I later discovered was a Mr. Albatros) turned out to be an amazing conversationalist, and very wonderful to talk with for the evening. The topics were spread out so greatly, and we discussed some things to such length, that it seemed we spoke for ages--not merely a few hours.

I simply must remember to attend these parties more often...

~ Annastina ~

A New Beginning

... and in a flash, he was gone. No sooner than the beat of a heart, and I found myself alone with only my child to give me solace. To look upon that sweet innocent face and know that, as a mother, I have failed my only child... the feeling alone can cause one's very soul to tear all apieces.

And yet, a feeling of being born again can take the place of sudden death -- I am finding myself free to re-discover that which I was, and re-create that which I will be. It is a journey that I am both excited and terrified to undertake, but I shall approach boldly, and I will succeed.

~ Annastina ~