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Saturday, February 28th, 2004
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I think that I might have a problem. A very, very bad problem.
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Friday, February 20th, 2004
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...by... well, I'm not sure, but he crushed me into bits of Ohtori in the latest game of our go saga. Twice.
That's okay though, because he's talking to me again! That is, talking to me normally (as normally as Hiyoshi gets), instead of asking me to kindly 'shut up.'
I'm so happy~ It's like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can breathe again.
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Tuesday, February 17th, 2004
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... I think Hiyoshi is mad at me...
He didn't apologize at all for the stray ball...
It's really... quiet in here.
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Monday, February 16th, 2004
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... well, two days ago, actually. Between being handcuffed Saturday morning, to spending time with Ryou in the afternoon, to Hiyoshi's play that night, and then spending all day with my family and Sengoku-kun on Sunday, I simply didn't have the time to wish a Happy Birthday to myself!
( So Happy Birthday, myself! )
I still have been unable to contact Aoi-kun. I hope he doesn't think I'm standing him up. I really do want to play him again. I tried talking to Hiyoshi about that, but ... well, Hiyoshi's been grumpier than usual these last couple of days. He won't talk to me very much and refuses any suggestion to play go... and he's been very harsh on me during tennis practice. I've tried talking to him a few times, but I don't think he's listening. He didn't even seem happy that we received a high mark on our history project.
Hm, I wonder what kind of things he likes to eat? I have the feeling that I did something wrong somewhere, and I want to make it up to him...
Stats, stats, stats.
Scud Serve stats:
Record: 217km/hr
Today: 205km/hr
Accuracy: 1/3
Scud Missile stats:
Record: 226 km/hr
Today: 223 km/hr
Accuracy: 1/2
Hit Percentage: 50%
Oh, if only I could capture the sweetness of thy beauty in a vial, to forever hold to my heart, Ryou!
... you're going to frown at me for that one, aren't you?
This is me, signing off.
Ikkyuu nyuu kon!
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Thursday, February 12th, 2004
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... the entire week inasofar reading Gakuen Nana Fushigi Kei, because this series seems to be the only set of books I have ever seen Hiyoshi pick up beyond whatever is required for school.
I'm... not sure what is so interesting about them, as some of the accounts in the books seem a little... incredulous and ridiculous... but I have a feeling he likes them because of his very particular philosophy in life. Yes, well. I've read them over twice so far, and perhaps I might be able to hold a conversation with Hiyoshi about them sometime over our next go game. (And find out why he holds such a view...)
... speaking of which, I beat him at go today. To be honest, it was not much of a victory, and I think I only won because he seemed a little distracted by my constant nagging to see the costume for his play, as well as my usual barrage of questions prying into his life. Still, my first victory! However, I don't think Hiyoshi will be taking it easy on me any longer. He had that Look in his eyes--the one he gets when he plans on crushing his opponent with the most humiliating of defeats.
You know, I visited Rokkaku-chuu last weekend and obtained the email address from their captain to schedule a rematch between the future of Hyotei and the future of Rokkaku... but silly, stupid me! I lost it! I kept it because I was sure I wouldn't misplace it, but I have looked everywhere, and that little slip of paper is gone. How frustrating... I really don't know how to contact him... Does anyone know of an Aoi-kun at Rokkaku-chuu, or have any means of contacting him? Or perhaps one of the other members of the club? I'd sorely appreciate it.
All is quiet here, even as I wait with baited breath for Sunday. I heard that Nanna is coming down! (You get to meet her, Sengoku-kun!)
Otherwise, I've been practicing hard:
Scud Serve stats:
Record: 217km/hr
Today: 201km/hr
Accuracy: 3/4
Scud Missile stats:
Record: 226 km/hr
Today: 226 km/hr
Accuracy: 1/2
Hit Percentage: 49%
(Hi, Ryou! I hope you liked the cookies I left you! Huggle your monitor for me!)
This is me, signing off.
Uhm... ... Gekokujou....???
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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2004
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| Subject: | Well now... |
| Time: | 10:38 pm. |
| Mood: |  cold. | | Music: | Borodin - String Quartet No. 2 in D - Nocturne. |
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... I'm sure the dorm masters are convinced there is a conspiracy afoot. Again Hiyoshi and I had to file a report about our broken window. This time the culprit was not Ryou... but I hate to guess what the dorm masters must be thinking.
So, Hiyoshi has pushed his bed against mine again, in the interest of space. We're told the window will be back up by Friday, so all fingers are crossed. It's terribly cold.
Some fired up numbers though!
Scud Serve stats:
Record: 217km/hr
Today: 198km/hr
Accuracy: 3/4
Scud Missile stats:
Record: 224 km/hr
Today: 221 km/hr
Accuracy: 5/8
Hit Percentage: 47%
(Psst. Guess what, Ryou? I love you!)
This is me, signing off.
Ikkyuu nyuu kon!
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Saturday, January 31st, 2004
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| Subject: | Hmm... |
| Time: | 10:35 pm. |
| Mood: |  relaxed. | | Music: | Verdi - Rigoletto (Prelude). |
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I was given a flier yesterday afternoon at practice to some sort of fundraiser to be held at Rokkaku-chuu. Atobe-san had thoughtfully addressed it to me, with a slight hint that perhaps I should seek a rematch with the team--and here was a great way to introduce it.
I showed the flyer to Hiyoshi, but I think he was rather turned off by the amoeba on the front. I called Sengoku afterwards though, and he agreed to go instead. I don't think he knows any of the Rokkaku players, so this will be a good experience for both of us!
Although I'm not sure why the flyer has a picture of an amoeba when it's supposed to be a bake sale... wouldn't some cookies be more applicable? Oh well.
Anyone else feel like coming?
Whew, it's just been one crazy week, what with the history project due yesterday and all. But we finished it, and I think we did fairly well. I'm just glad it's over. I haven't touched my violin in ages! I think after I finish this entry, I'll torture Hiyoshi a little with some Mozart.
I think he still thinks I'm a little weird, but he's not as distant as before.
Hm... Atobe-san is... ... Atobe-san. You'd think I'd learn by now not to judge him so quickly, but... I keep forgetting that he does nothing without purpose. He really amazes me--he is exactly what my father expects me to be.
I don't know how Atobe-san does it... but sometimes I wonder if he's a little lonely...
Ach! Anyway, numbers! After wowing Aoi-kun with my scud missile, I decided to try even harder at it! (Although kantoku reprimanded me for neglecting my serve as of late...)
Scud Serve stats:
Record: 217km/hr
Today: 195km/hr
Accuracy: 1/2
Scud Missile stats:
Record: 224 km/hr
Today: 223 km/hr
Accuracy: 1/2
Hit Percentage: 46%
Hi, Ryou!
I love you!
Will you smile for me?
Oh, come on. Just a little?
Please? (Yes, I'm giving you that 'annoying' look right now.)
I can tell when you smile. My heart sings.
Ah ha! Just like that.
This is me, signing off.
Ikkyuu nyuu kon!
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Thursday, January 22nd, 2004
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Tuesday, Hiyoshi and I played against Aoi Kentarou-kun and Kurobane Harukaze-san of Rokkaku-chuu. The game was fairly evenly matched, and it's hard to say who was really the stronger side: Aoi-kun was most terribly sick (I hope he's better!), so I think it was a little uneven, to say the least. I hope we'll be able to go down to Chiba for a rematch someday and settle the question once and for all.
However, I will say Hiyoshi is most definitely not suited for doubles--he's not very good at reading me or sharing the court. (Unlike Ryou, of course.) I can read him fair enough at least, but our combination certainly wasn't Hyotei quality, or what I'm used to.
If nothing else, I could say the same about Kurobane-san and Aoi-kun. I don't think Aoi-kun has any real experience in doubles. Kurobane-san does--in fact, he's the doubles partner to Amane-kun (who I had met at the Christmas Ball)! Now that would be something to see... Kurobane-san and Amane-kun versus Ryou and I?
Otherwise, all is going well. Oh, but I did sprain my shoulder a little. I saw the physician about it today, when the swelling didn't go down. Neither Kantoku nor Atobe-san were pleased.
Beyond that, the history project is coming along fine--although Hiyoshi and I have only a little over a week left to complete it. But I think we're making excellent progress, and all is looking fine. I'm not really hurting in that class, but a high grade is always welcome.
My mother has already asked me to keep the 15th free. Sengoku-kun, will you be busy that day?
And no stats today, as I was confined to running laps and cleaning up the courts with the freshmen.
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Thursday, January 15th, 2004
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... a date with Ryou! This weekend. And guess what? He's planning it. I simply cannot wait!
I know, I know, I'm such a sucker... but this is the first time he's really done something like this! I mean, he's done a few things, but actually plan a date? I'm so happy. Ach! Will Sunday just get here already?
Although he's coming over in a little bit, to play chess. Perhaps I can use a little of that aggression and stealth I learned during my match against Atobe-san, and surprise him. I have a feeling he considers me a little predictable.
Also, yesterday was quite interesting! Did you all know that Rokkaku-chuu has a very young captain? Atobe-san said he's a freshman! He certainly plays very well--no doubt if he keeps it up, he'll be quite formidable in his senior year. He's very enthusiastic as well, almost like Akutagawa-senpai when he's awake and interested.
A little too loud for me, though... however, he asked me to play against him. Atobe-san suggested that Hiyoshi join us--a wonderful idea! I haven't broached the idea to him yet... I may as well surprise him, he's been so grumpy lately...
Although I suspect that might have to do with what one of the drama club members told me the other day... but I think it's great he's participating in the play, especially as a guest star! Sengoku-kun, you must come with me to see him. We have to cheer him on!
... I found the script stuffed into the trash can though. Returned it to Mister Toadstool, and hopes it'll be delivered promptly.
And there's the knock. Quick stats!
Scud Serve stats:
Record: 217km/hr
Today: 198km/hr
Accuracy: 7/10
Scud Missile stats:
Record: 224 km/hr
Today: 219 km/hr
Accuracy: 1/2
Hit Percentage: 45%
This is me, signing off.
Ikkyuu nyuu kon!
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Friday, January 9th, 2004
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The math test is tomorrow morning... I'm taking a much needed break from all the algebra--I'm reaching the point where x and y can both take a hike up to China and jump off the Great Wall. They say the artistic types tend not to be able to function with their.. erm, left brain?, so it makes subjects which require extensive logic difficult. Such as mathematics.
... not that logic is of any use in math. Half of it is theoretical, and the rest of it defies all laws of reality.
Hiyoshi seems to have no problem though. It seems like something he'd be good at anyway. He's been helping me study the entire week; I'll have to treat him later for everything's he done for me.
After the test... it's history project time. Lucky that I know two people who are so good at it!
Atobe-san seems to be in a really good mood these last few days. Well, really, he's the same as ever, but I noticed there's a shine to his eyes that hasn't been there for quite some time. I wonder what it is? Our chess match has been put off again (Atobe-san was busy that day, and I had to use the free time to study for the test as it stood anyway), and he's been going out a lot lately...
Whatever it is, I'm glad to see him looking a little more alive than as of late. (Well, as much as he'd show it.)
Speaking of alive, I don't think Ryou is. He hasn't answered his phone (and I'm getting really sick of talking to his voice message), and I'm starting to get a little worried. I think a surprise visit is most called for. It is too bad that I don't know anyone at Sei-Rudolph to check up on him...
Ryou, if you're reading this, you're a terrible boyfriend. I hope you have a good excuse! (Jest, jest. But at least let me know that you're not in a hospital somewhere, in a coma or somesuch...)
Today's numbers! Note the improvement in the scud missile--Hiyoshi has been such a wonderful partner!
Scud Serve stats:
Record: 217km/hr
Today: 200km/hr
Accuracy: 4/5
Scud Missile stats:
Record: 224 km/hr
Today: 224 km/hr
Accuracy: 1/2
Hit Percentage: 47%
This is me, signing off.
Ikkyuu nyuu kon!
P.S.: Sengoku-kun, are you free on Sunday?
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Monday, January 5th, 2004
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... or so Voltaire says. Although for me, perhaps it should be quelqu'un doit avoir perdu ses facultees pour ne pas m'attribuer cette cochonnerie? Hard to say, mm? (I hope I did that right. My French isn't something to be envied.)
It's good to be back in school, at the least. My math teacher just placed a major test for the end of the week, and then my history teacher announces a major project due next month! ... really, it's good to be back in school!
And it's good to be back at practice! I asked Hiyoshi today to help me with the scud missile--I warned him how dangerous it is and that he doesn't have to help me and everything, but he agreed. (We're friends.) I hope I don't kill him.
Atobe-san asked to reschedule our chess game to Wednesday evening. (You got that, Sengoku-kun? I left a message on your voice mail too...) He was ... okay, but there's some discolouration on his face... and... well, I guess I shouldn't say any more. It's his prerogative to share with the world if he wants to.
Meanwhile I
Ryou's here. What's he doing here? It's far too late! Will have to relate the rest later then.
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Sunday, January 4th, 2004
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... that Hiyoshi is purposely not explaining strategems and advanced play in our go games. Understandable, given Hiyoshi's competitive nature, but really! I'm not even 'competition' to begin with! I think I might have to see if the library has any books on go... if not, the internet might be another searchable medium...
Either way, though, it is fun. Of course, I'm utterly terrible at it. Every time I think I have a clever play, I'm outsmarted. Of course, this could all be due not to my inexperience, but Hiyoshi's cleverness. He certainly is a calculating, ruthless tactician, but at least he is not the type to gloat about my crushing defeats.
In other strategy games, I have a date with Atobe-san for chess. And you are most certainly welcome to join us, Sengoku-kun! (At least, I don't think Atobe-san will object too loudly.) Although... I'm not quite sure when we're playing. Perhaps tomorrow afternoon? I'll call you when I find out.
I gave Kabaji his birthday present (not quite sure of his interests, I repeated his Christmas gift and got him another bottle ship kit...). He's so hard to judge, really. I ... think he liked it.
And really, Ryou should check his email more. Or at least his voicemail. It's hard to be your boyfriend, you know, when you forget I exist! (I jest, I jest... really, I do love you.)
School starts back up tomorrow! I'm so ready!
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Saturday, January 3rd, 2004
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... did anyone do anything for Kabaji's birthday today...?
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Thursday, January 1st, 2004
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My father gave me a book for Christmas (as he often does), Voltaire's Candide. It's a rather slim volume, and highly tongue-in-cheek, but its implications are rather striking. I'm thoroughly enjoying the text, although I suspect I might have to do a second and third reading--I know my father is going to question me about it when I next see him and the levels in this book are rather complex.
Atobe-san, have you read this novel? If you have, perhaps we can discuss it sometime, maybe even over a game of chess? You still haven't seen the set Sengoku-kun made me! (Also, I want to show you what I did with your Christmas gift--it'll be quite an interesting heirloom to add to the family collection in later years, I just know.)
Either way, it's been a quiet week, and I'm actually rather pleased about it. So many things have happened this December that a little repose is most welcome. I've been using the time well, practicing my music or my tennis, or just sitting here thinking. I've taken up Shindo's story again as well. Vacation's almost over, and it'll be back to school again soon enough... and with the hectic end-of-the-year programs, quiet time will be slim in the coming.
Oh! Hiyoshi gave me a goban as a (belated?) Christmas present!
Of course, I have no idea how to play go, but apparently Hiyoshi has some skill; he's shown me the basics (and completely trounced me in the process), and I think I'll enjoy the game. If nothing else, I'm really flattered that Hiyoshi even gave me the goban, with the seeming intention of grooming me to be an opponent--I really think we're friends now.
I've bought a Bach CD. I had a few of his violin concertos on some other compilations, but this one is all Bach. Cello suites, of course. ... I will learn to appreciate this composer, really.
Speaking of that, Ryou came over on New Year's Eve. Hiyoshi had slipped away to visit the shrines alone, and Ryou and I remained in the dorms. He didn't want to go to any festivals, and I didn't feel like persuading him. I'm not sure if he enjoyed the trip to my home, or if he was scared off by my relatives, but he's been a little quiet since then. I hope he wasn't offset by my father...
Ach. It's getting late, and I want to see if Hiyoshi would like to play another game of go with me.
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Sunday, December 28th, 2003
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...back to the chaos of the Hyotei dorms. I already miss home.
I have so much to discuss!
( First, my relatives had a surprise visit! )
( And then Ryou gave me a Christmas present! )
( And Hiyoshi is so beautiful with a sword! )
I'm glad you like my gift, Sengoku-kun! You are completely impossible to shop for. And thank you for your present! My mother thought it was really wonderful too--she says you're a very talented artisan. (I'm wearing it right now!) Nanna gleaned a lot of amusement from your chess figures as well--she was very sorry she didn't get to meet such a colourful, imaginative boy. (And then asked me why we weren't dating.)
I'm sure there's a lot more to tell, but I can't remember it all. However, I had a lot of fun, and it definitely was one of the best Christmases ever. Too bad it had to end. I already miss sharing a bed with Ryou...
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Sunday, December 21st, 2003
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...with Ryou and Hiyoshi. ...and a lot of relatives that I didn't expect to be here (including Nanna and Ronnie and Jack!), and my father.
This is going to be the best Christmas ever.
I'll write more if I get a chance.
( Oh yes, Sengoku-kun... )
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Wednesday, December 17th, 2003
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I saw Sengoku-kun yesterday after school, and he gave me an early Christmas present! There is absolutely no way to describe just how wonderful it is--a travelling chessboard with special, handmade figurines, carved into the various characters of our little D&D roleplay. I don't recognize some of the characters, but it's really amazing. Now I want to write up more on Shindo's story!
I wonder if there's anyone around that knows how to play chess. I really want to use this set! Perhaps Oshitari-senpai knows. Or maybe I can teach Hiyoshi. He seemed a little interested (I think?) when I showed him the set.
After I saw Sengoku-kun, I went to Sei-Rudolph to see Ryou-san (Ryo.u.sa.n.), about fitting for his tux. However, he found out that the ball isn't really a formal, black-tie event, and put his foot down about being put into one. Well! There goes my plan. I had really hoped to see him all decked up in formal wear. Can you imagine how it'd sit on him?
I couldn't stay long... he was busy cramming for his finals.
You know, I miss playing tennis with him. Maybe we should play again, one day.
( Some private musings about last night... )
( Updates on my Christmas lists! No peeking! )
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Monday, December 15th, 2003
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During the course of all the hectic events of late, from my grandmother passing away, to Ryou-san leaving, to Kamio-kun getting injured, to... just everything, my favorite holiday has totally slipped from my mind.
No longer! I've already lost almost three weeks, and now with little less than a fortnight till Christmas, I'm rushing about to get everything settled.
This afternoon, I took Hiyoshi out shopping for our tree. It's a delightful thing, a forty-eight inch Douglas fir, with 424 tips. Hiyoshi chose gold, and I chose pearl, so our theme is gold and pearl. Some brushed gold balls with white snowflakes, strings of pearls, bows of gold and white, pearl icicles, and a touch of fake snow upon the branches completed our little tree. Hiyoshi did the top. I showed him how to make a florist's bow, and voila!
We hung up our stockings for Santa--a concept I had to explain to Hiyoshi. I think I might fill his stocking with mushrooms, if he persists with the funny looks. (The window has been finally fixed, by the by... Santa will have to knock if he wants in.) And then finally, came the crowning moment: hanging the year's ornaments on the tree.
Hiyoshi picked a lovely glass bird as his. I'm really surprised he picked such a fragile, delicate ornament, but it really is beautiful. It joined my crane of last year. I don't think it had any meaning for him, but it's pretty, nonetheless.
As for me... a candle. The whole thing is coloured glass, the stem hatched with gold and glitter. It serves as a reminder, that no matter how dark things get, I am not alone. There is always a beam of light to guide my way.
( Christmas lists--no peeking! )
Such a long list--I hope I'm not forgetting anyone.
In the meantime, I seem to have caught a slight cold. Nothing substantial--just the sneezes and sniffles. It's not bad during the day, but during the mornings and nights, I go into long sneezing fits... I hope I'm not keeping Hiyoshi up during bedtime.
I will be dropping by to see Sengoku-kun tomorrow afternoon to apologize for my previous behavior. (I think Kamio-kun is there, too?) And then I think I will swing by Sei-Rudolph to return Ryou-san's umbrella. It did me little good against the rain, really--and the cold was even worse since I had no coat--but the gesture was certainly sweet.
Ah. And Atobe-buchou plays the piano very well, when he wants to. He can make the instrument sing... even if the song is painful to hear.
Also, Kantoku was not pleased with me skipping practice for two days in a row, unless I was dying or dead. I spent the last few days running laps, while carrying bags of sand. I expect I shall be doing more tomorrow. It is my just punishment, after all, for letting my own personal issues interfere with my required duties. So no stats today.
Although, I think my arms might fall off soon, if this keeps up.
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Sunday, December 14th, 2003
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Ryou-san.
Ryou-san.
Ryou-san.
Ryou-san. Ryou-san.
Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san. Ryou-san.
Ryo.u.sa.n.
In other news, I am feeling much better, and I have a lot of apologies to give out for my unseemly behaviour as of late.
( private )
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Friday, December 12th, 2003
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I am going home for the weekend. (...skipping Saturday classes again...) I think the time away will do me good.
I shall return Sunday evening.
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