Achilles?

I dunno man, it's like the Greeks worshipped him. but...all the literature makes him sound like a whiney, spoiled, brat. I'm not sure how I want to play this. Any thoughts? How have you felt about Achilles in myth/stories/tv?

OWEE

WORST HEADACHE EVER. one of those throwy upy migraines. not pleased. made it through my shift. made it home (barely). The sidewalk squares were starting to look like those stupid stairs in mario 64 that you can't climb before you've reached the level...keep going endlessly. ugghhhrawr.

Dad's visit was amazing. went to cap suspension bridge and whistler. miss him already. miss katie thomas. she used to offer to kick me in the shin when i have a headache. take my mind off my headache and focus on the shin pain. i should facebook her that :)

yup. that's all i can write when i'm hurting. love you everybody

Job!

Hey everyone!
I am starting my new job today, so wish me luck! I got hired on at starbucks as a shift supervisor. I know, I know, going to the Dark Side. I'll have to pronounce it granday now even though it's grande, like in french with a silent e, because there's no accent on the e on their menu. I'll have to finally learn what all the other ridiculous sizes are that can't just be small medium large. And I have to pretend like I enjoy burnt coffee. On the bright side, supervisor means none of the min wage BS, and I really like their tea selection. Also, maybe I can learn them how to foam milk properly and not burn it, in a nice sly way so that nobody catches on to how I'm making them do things properly. Anyway, one step at a time, first will be that annoying training garbage about food safety and how to make coffee. So wish me luck! Hopefully this will work out better than the last one; I admit it really made me a worry wort.

In other news, my dad's coming to visit on the 3rd!!!!

And exams are coming too aaaaah! But I'm really liking being back in school again.

Yikes

Yikes! been a while since I posted. Sorry folks. All is good, starting school on Monday, job hunting, new room mate is nice. Looks like everything will be good (soon as someone hires me)! Hope everyone had a great Christmas!

New Roommate!

Yay I am now relaxed on the roommate issue! Her boyfriend just came by to drop off the deposit (she lives in San Diego or San Something) so I feel like the issue is resolved! Woot!

New Roommate?

Looks like we have found a new person, a Sarah this time. She said she would get her deposit to us soon, and we are just waiting to hear when that is. Hopefully we will get it very soon. Until we do, I'm still a little worried. Just want to have the certainty. AAARG! New person hunting is stressful!

Troy Chapter 2 (II)

Alex was glad he was sitting down, for otherwise he would surely have fallen over. The heat must be getting to him. He drank some more water, and splashed a little on his face, hoping the sweet, cool liquid would sharpen his senses. The man before him still looked resplendent and golden. Godly. Alex was speechless.
“I am called Hermes,” Hermes began, then realized the boy was gaping and stunned. “But please--let us not stand on ceremony, we’ve already been talking, you and I, and I don’t mean to frighten you.” Alex remembered himself at that, and tried to muster his courage.
“Why--why are you here?” Alex asked, confused. Hermes sat himself down again so that he wouldn’t be towering over the boy. Humans and dogs always seemed to prefer interaction at eye level; it set them at ease.
“I have come at Zeus’ behest, with a message for you.” Hermes said, noting that Alexandros suddenly looked pale. “Are you ill?”
Alex swallowed once and shook his head.
“Good,” Hermes continued, “it would seem that there is a dispute. An event transpired at wedding last week at which three of the goddesses each laid claim to a title. I’m sure you know how women can get,” (Alex nodded) “and so they asked Zeus to judge between them in a contest. Zeus of course refused, knowing how dangerous it is to take sides with your relations, and so we debated how we could best decide between them when it was suggested that we find an outsider. The terms are this: You judge fairly, and give the title to the one most deserving of it. In return we swear to accept your verdict. Zeus of course will compensate you for your troubles with enough gold for you and your family to live very comfortably for the rest of your days.”
“So I could pay my father back for the bull?” Alex asked, eyes wide.
“Fifty bulls.” Hermes stated. Alex sat back on his heels, imagining what that would mean.
“And all I have to do is award a title?”
“That’s all!”
“I’ll do it,” said Alex.
“Wonderful!” Hermes exclaimed. He had Alex swear to the judgement, telling the boy they would come to him the next day.

Alex gathered his belongings, and gave the whistle for the dog to start bringing the sheep home. By the time he had them all gathered in their hut, he was brimming with excitement to tell his father. He ran to their home where his mother would have supper waiting and told the whole story, barely noticing in his excitement that his father grew paler and more solemn with every word. His mother ate slowly, as though she was having trouble swallowing her food.
“You must be careful when striking bargains with the gods, my son,” his father said. “They will always become angry with you in some way, and always try to hurt you.”
“But I will have the protection of the winner, don’t you see, nothing can go wrong! And father, the gold! You will be comfortable for the end of your days!”
“You’re a good lad, Alex, and I know you mean well. We love you for it. Now off to bed, you need to be rested tomorrow.” His mother added.
“I just don’t understand why they would choose me,” Alex continued, “it’s strange for the gods to ask a favour of a lowly shepherd.”
“To bed, Alex! We shall talk more tomorrow,” said his father. Alex obliged and kissed his parents goodnight, retiring to his pallet.
His parents cleaned up from the meal, fed and watered the animals, and undressed for the night.
“We’ll tell him tomorrow,” they agreed. “We will tell him who he really is.”