My Oven Cakes….

I finally made something from Tia’s book, but mine turned out a little different. It was still good. I got tired after all the mixing and then I just remembered to add in the fruit, but I didn’t realize it went on top after the oven cakes were done.

I did learn a few thingsĀ  when following directions:

  1. Don’t be in a rush, because a step may have been overlooked.
  2. Just like when you go to the grocery store, never cook when you are hungry, because you may do too much when it’s not needed.
  3. Read each step more than once and then read as you go.

All in all I can’t wait to try another recipe with a good cup of coffee…

Bye IV Now, LD*

The Sohma Family: Momiji & Akito…

I cannot remember how many times I watched Fruit Basket, but when I watched Momiji Sohma realized his curse had been broken. He was in wonder of how free he felt , but also sad at the same time. Akito Sohma (the head of the family) realized he was no longer attached to her at the same moment and rushed to see him. She didn’t understand what was happening and was surprised when she was asked to go home.

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I liked when he said: {}https://fruitsbasket.fandom.com/wiki/Momiji_Sohma

If I keep trying, then someday… I’ll be strong enough that those memories can’t defeat me. I want to believe that there’s no such thing as a memory that’s okay to forget.ā€

—Momiji Sohma  {}

Momiji held love in his heart even when the most important person pushed him aside. His mother couldn’t handle him turning into a rabbit, so her memory of him was erased. She may have forgotten about the son she gave birth to, but he remembers and loves her. True love cannot be forgotten. 

One cannot force anyone to love them, a bond isn’t made from force, but from LOVE. LOVE is a bond that cannot be broken. Love is what holds everything together. Rather you show love to family, to a handful of people you call friends, or to a stranger passing by………

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ā€œGod and the spirits of the Zodiac made a promise. It was a long, long time ago. Hundreds of years or more. To be together, for eternity. No matter how many times they were reborn, the spirits would go to God’s side and never leave. They would meet, and stay forever. Together… forever. We’re bound by that promise even now. Even if we don’t remember it, the blood of the Zodiac spirits remembers. From the outside, a ā€œbondā€ may sound romantic, but if it feels like a burden to those involved, then it’s only a manacle. That’s why it’s a ā€œcurseā€.ā€

—Isuzu Sohma about the curse. {}

This curse of the Sohma family is a bond that should have never been started. It started out of being lonely. When the original god got some friends, he didn’t want that feeling to end, so that feeling went on for years, but with different people.

We all show love in different ways and some don’t even realizes its 

Love that controls their every step. How can one word mean so much? Has so many different forms. 

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ā€œIs it okay for me to have my own life now, father, now that I’m not “special” anymore?ā€ž


 
~ Akito Sohma.

Akito Sohma is the main antagonist-turned-heroine in the manga and anime series Fruits Basket. She is the love interest of Shigure Sohma. She is the head of Sohma family and cursed by the God of the zodiac. She is also the only daughter of Akira Sohma and Ren Sohma. {}

Only a handful of people know Akito was a girl. She was surrounded by people, no people were attached to her, but her fear of being alone made her act in a different way than love. The act she was forced to play all her life, she didn’t know how to act or be anyone else. The problem with a lie is the truth always wants to come out.

I have always wondered why some fight for love, while others fight against it? Some say love can make you blind or strong. I believe love is a little of both, but through it all, being honest with your feelings. 

`Love is an intense feeling of affection.’

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

John 3:16 KJV

https://bible.com/bible/1/jhn.3.16.KJV

Love shouldn’t be feared, forced, or ignored. 

Bye IV Now, LD*

Not Giving Up.

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I know I had planned to get up to clean, but instead I picked up my yarn. I will get to my house work in time, but right now I like to enjoy the sun. I did take time to ask for help and with any luck I will have a positive answer.

 I was afraid to ask the question, especially to a person who doesn’t know who I am, and may not want to help me. There are times when you have to step out of your comfort zone and ask that question and hope for the best. The answer is either yes or no, but you will never know unless you ask.

I made my first pocket crochet shawl. The button was added later…

{} https://youtu.be/jGJOyyGEjQ8     #naztazia

How to CROCHET POCKET SHAWL – EASY WRAP with Pockets by Naztazia {}

I got the idea to do the same ā€œVā€ stitch and turn it into something different. I am thinking about making it an all around surf that can be turned into a hat. At least that is my idea only time will tell if this turns into what I am seeing in my head.

I also decided to give my book my full attention. I also decided I do not want to use my name and didn’t realize it was going to be so hard to find that new name.

{} https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-and-why-to-use-a-pseudonym#what-is-a-pseudonym   What is a Pseudonym? The definition of a pseudonym (or nom de plume in French) is a fake name used by a writer when writing and publishing  their work in order to protect themselves or increase the chance of success.{}

It doesn’t matter how long it takes to set your dreams free, it does matter if you give up, and I am NOT GIVING UP! 

Bye IV Now, LD*

Keeping Positive..

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I haven’t been able to stop working on my new “V” stitch project, nor have I been able to stop thinking about Tia Mowry quick fix cook book. Which I plan on doing a book review on, (its that GOOD) but my eyes are ready to close.

I can’t believe I was talking on the phone for over an hour. As I rethink about what was said and what I heard my mind is still unclear. I let a few friends read my book, with no respond, but when I found an editor she said, “Your book isn’t good, but I will still publish it for you.” That would have cost me $3,000.00, and she was willing to do it in payments. NOT!

Then as I was enjoying my conversation when “Thomas” called me once again. Its been seven months and I am wondering why he is still reaching out? Then again a few times I cought myself, before I could do the same. I did this before, I stopped talking to him, and reached out, but once again hurtful words came from his mouth. It doesn’t matter if we were friends for over 20 years.

I have decided I only want to keep positive people in my small group of friends and that is the reason why I Can Not answer his calls anymore. Well as I am once again watching The Ouran Host Club and going to enjoy the rest of my Friday night. Time for a cup of hot lemon water…..

Bye IV Now, LD*

A New Stitch

I couldn’t go to sleep until I started a new project. It may not be the right color, but I am enjoying working on my grey”V” stitch all in one scarf.

This came from a different project. If I remember I will write about it later, but its time to say, “Good~Night.”

Bye IV Now, LD*