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Esteed · Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2007 8:30 pm Post subject: Spring Break

Okay, let's get the serious talk out of the way first so we can move on to the funny.

Normality. What you've got to remember, Bree, is that normality is a state of mind. It's a perspective. When I hang out with my friends, we usually roll up elves and dwarves and pretend to be running around fantasy worlds doing things that make a name for us (sometimes in comical ways, but that's a whoooooole other story... >.>) or playing video games, or watching movies or TV. (Sidenote: If you need some good stuff to watch on, say, a portable DVD player? Supernatural. Season one is out on DVD and it is really superb.) To us, sitting on the beach like that would seem a little weird. Not to say we'd never do it, but it certainly wouldn't be something we'd consider "normal" for us. I think a lot of people struggle with the definition of normality, of what it means to fit in and be normal, without ever realizing that the only true definition of normality is the one you make for yourself.

And now for the funny.

I was drinking a glass of water when that last little part of the video played. This was a bad idea, because I ended up laughing so hard it flew about halfway across the room.

It's ironic, isn't it, that Daniel said his footage of Jonas snoring and mumbling in his sleep was blackmail material, and then you find something ten times more embarrassing on Daniel's?

lonelygirl15 · Casual Observer Joined: 24 Oct 2006 Posts: 124

consideration · Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2007 8:56 pm Post subject:

Bree, if you were normal you wouldn't have tons of devoted people watching all your videos and wanting to help you!

Seriously though, don't worry about being normal. Normal people are boring. I think. I've never really fit in with them either, so I don't know what they're like. Laughing

By the way, this new video is my favorite. I just think it's absolutely great.
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xentis · Devoted Fan Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 629

uhh i got two things for ya

did you pick any of those purrty flowers?

do you know anything about you're name, is bree you're birthname or did you're "parents" give it to you?

Esteed · Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2007 9:11 pm Post subject:

I can see why you wouldn't think it's very fun. In moderation, as with all things, it isn't necessarily bad, but it's just so easy to abuse. I tend to find myself in similar situations on the rare occasions when I drink, so I can definitely see where Daniel and Jonas are coming from. Especially in your situation, there are times when it's healthy for you to just let go and let it all out. For some that might mean partying, for others that might mean a quiet night reading, for others that means a movie night or game night or something of the sort. Whatever allows you to channel your feelings out harmlessly rather than letting them boil and eat away at you inside. The problem is people seem to think alcohol is a tool to use for the former, when really all it does is stall the confrontation of a problem. What you're running from is still going to be there when you wake up, and it'll just be all the more unpleasant if you have to deal with a hangover as well.

Again, just remember that normal is what you make of it. My philosophy is if you're having fun and/or are happy with yourself, and you're not hurting yourself or others, then it's all good.

I will say this as well: Daniel and Jonas probably both want to have the "normal" lives of people our age. But never forget that they care about you, and want to help you. Just like us.

Also, you've gotta tell us what their reactions are when they see that clip! I bet that'll be absolutely classic!

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Jo_16_2 · Hymn of One Joined: 25 Dec 2006 Posts: 10544

you definitely have some blackmail material there Razz

and please dont try to wake up the boys with loud music or a scream or anything, their heads would explode Laughing

and remember, no one at our age is normal, so dont worry Wink

i got really sad when you were talking about the other guys on the beach, but dont be down, head's up, and keep strong! Wink

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Esteed · Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2007 9:42 pm Post subject:

xentis · Devoted Fan Joined: 24 Mar 2007 Posts: 629

i think you'll like this read

http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m2267/is_n2_v65/ai_20964252/pg_2

heres a quote from first page

Jo_16_2 · Hymn of One Joined: 25 Dec 2006 Posts: 10544

sooooo true Smile

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Luminous · Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2007 9:52 pm Post subject:

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sarahsnotebook · Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2007 11:07 pm Post subject:

Bree, darling, you made my day. I was in the mother of all bad moods until I saw those two lying in the street with that stupid sombrero! Daniel's laughter at the end didn't hurt either. Thank you. Smile

As for feeling normal, you're not abnormal in the slightest, so don't let anyone ever tell you that, okay? I thought drinking and partying was stupid when I was your age too. I understand feeling as though you are missing out on having a normal life though. You and I really aren't too different--I've just been around longer and had time to figure things out a bit more. Just don't let the Order and all the trouble it has caused you crush your spirit--I'd hate to see that happen to you.

You've got your hands full with the boys, but I'd say you are handling everything wonderfully.
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Bree, I would like to say that I'm proud of the progress you've made in maturing and handling things in a smart way (and thank you for also taking the time to talk to us these days). I'm sure you know that you haven't always done that.

That said, though, I've got to agree with everything Luminous told you. Your boys aren't behaving in an acceptable manner given your circumstances. Don't make excuses for them. You're two drinking binges away from becoming an enabler.

QtheC · Enthusiastic Fan Joined: 22 Feb 2007 Posts: 374

Bree,

Given all that has been happening, and adding that you are travelling in a foreign country as well, I think you, Jonas, and Daniel would be safer staying together than going your separate ways. To convince them, you may pretend you want the boys to protect you, when really, we know it is probably you that will do the protecting.

In any case, I hope you learned a little about defending yourself at 'Camp Tachyon,' and am curious as to whether you would describe your personal Kung-Fu style as more Bruce Lee or more Jackie Chan? (I'm sure Jonas can fill you in on these two if you are not that familiar with their films).

Stay safe and enjoy the nice weather this weekend,
~ QtheC