Fleeing Livejournal

[38thparallel]

Hi everyone. My name is Jen and I'm a livejournal defector. About three months ago, I finally reached my limit (maxed out disillusionment) with LJ (and its games [what?!], etc), and decided to take up residence at DW.

My journal is a conglomeration of my creative writing, photographs, and the usual digressions regarding people, places, music, and books. I rarely post about my personal life, except where it intersects with some of my interests. My interests include: history, world travel, learning about new cultures, reading, writing, and running. On top of that, I occasionally update about my adventures in Southeast Louisiana (my current home).

I am looking for people with similar interests and especially for writers of original fiction or creative nonfiction. I love reading other people's work and discussing the ins and outs of the writing process. All in all, I am pretty open to all journals, provided we have something in common. I've made great friends at LJ and hope to do the same here!

Comments

[meretia]

You sound interesting! I will add you.

[38thparallel]

Ha! I just lurked over to your profile and jumped for joy over your second paragraph from Harry Potter to British Navy. Yes, yes, and YES!

[claire_chan]

Hi Jen!

I'm a frequent visitor from LJ, as of the end of last month - most of my Internet friends are still LJian or dAers, but DW is awesome too - mostly I've used it for private moanings I didn't want to air as publicly on LJ.

It'd be cool to discuss the writing process with you :)

[38thparallel]

Wonderful! I completely understand the need separate some content from your LJ. And I am very intrigued by your interest in languages. I'm terrible when it comes to multilingualism, but would love to learn another language(s). I hope you don't mind if I harass you about that, as well. :)

[claire_chan]

Really?

Finding the right word in other languages is really little different from finding lovely synonyms with one's handy Thesaurus. xD

Although really I rarely use the Thesaurus as much as the Dictionary. My friends advise me to use University-based dictionaries, but Webster's et al aren't so bad.

I've been thinking of taking my professor's advice and officially signing on to get my Latin minor - if I'm going to actually end up getting an LIS degree, I might as well!

Harass away :) What would you like to know?

[foxfinial]

Sounds like we have some things in common! History, travel, writing, photography... Have added. =)

[38thparallel]

Wonderful! I am looking forward to reading about your travels. Your newest book project, by the way, is beautiful.

[ex_licht258]

adding, fellow writer :)

[38thparallel]

Adding back! Did I read that you drove to South OC as in Orange County, CA?

[ex_licht258]

yeah i live in LA :D


uhh as in los angeles, not louisiana LOL

[38thparallel]

I grew up in SoCal. Oh, how I miss being so close to LA. I am definitely looking forward to reading about your California adventures! And OHGODNO to living in Louisiana (unless you live in New Orleans).

[ex_licht258]

sweet! I'm a little too LA for my own good but it's probably entertaining ^_^


yeah there is too much humidity in Louisiana for me! I wilt.

[ex_2d96]

Ah, a writer? Me too. I'm adding you, if I may.

[38thparallel]

Fantastic! I have subscribed to your journal, as well.

[mongrelheart]

Hi there, i added you :) I'm a writer & a fan of Tinariwen as well.

[38thparallel]

Super cool. I just read that you've had your work published. I look forward to hearing more about your experience with the publication process. Also, I am so glad to hear that you are a Tinariwen fan. I don't listen to mainstream radio, so I often feel "out of the loop" with my music. I love North Africa and the Tuareg people have a special place in my heart. I am stoked to find another fan! Oh, and I also noticed that you are into barefooted running. I hope to hear more about that, as well!

[mongrelheart]

Yay! Great to meet you :)!

Yep, I've had one story published & have a novella in an upcoming anthology. Haven't had the best experience with that particular publisher, but it's definitely been a learning experience :)

Tinariwen are so awesome. I was lucky enough to see them perform here (Chicago) at the Old Town School of Folk Music.

I'm always happy to meet folks with non-mainstream musical tastes! Also, always looking for musical recommendations & suggestions. I'm also a musician (drummer).