Friday, May 3, 2013

30-Day Blog Challenge, Day 15


Day 15 – Something you don’t leave your house without.


There are 3 things that I always make sure that I have:


1.  a rosary

2.  Burt’s Bees lip balm

3.  my wallet

4.  pepper spray

 
...Just kidding about #4.  Who needs pepper spray when you've got ninjutsu.  (And yes, that is an Akatsuki wallet.  Be jealous.)

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

30-Day Blog Challenge, Day 14


Day 14 – A TV show you’re currently addicted to.


I’m going to split this into two categories: live action and anime.

First, live action.  It was tough for me to move on and find a new show after my Sherlock and Doctor Who obsessions, but I’ve really been loving Once Upon A Time.  Also, just yesterday I watched the first two episodes of Supernatural (yeah, I know, I’m a little late with jumping on that bandwagon, ha ha ha), and I’m actually really liking it so far.

 







 











As for anime, I’m still watching Naruto, although I have to admit that all of the emotions involved therein are really getting to my head.  I’ve been trying to take a break from it and since I’m been in such a nostalgic mood lately I’ve been re-watching classic anime from my childhood such as Sailor Moon, Pokémon, Rurouni Kenshin, and Inuyasha.

I’m also on the lookout for new series (both live action and anime) to try, but haven’t had much luck.  If anybody has any suggestions, leave me a comment!

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

30-Day Blog Challenge, Day 13


Day 13 – Your favorite musician and why?
 
 
Oh, how I was hoping that this question wouldn’t come up.  My “favorite” music changes periodically.  Although, these three are usually always on my list: Owl City, Lindsey Stirling, and Thomas Bergersen.
 
I am especially drawn to music that has great lyrics (if applicable, of course; I do like a lot of instrumental music), harmonious sound, and inspires me to create.
 
As I thought about the question more and more, I realized what musician has had the greatest impact on me as a person, my life, and my works.  This would be Koji Kondo, the composer of the The Legend of Zelda video games.

For your listening pleasure:


Song of Storms (SSBB Version)
 
 
 Gerudo Valley (SSBB Version)
 

Zelda's Lullaby - Ocarina of Time
 

 Midna's Lament (SSBB Version)
 

Romance in the Air - Skyward Sword
 
 
The music of the Zelda series has the uncanny ability to express settings and emotions in nonverbal music.  I tried to pick songs to share here on my blog that are very different in both substance and style.
 
So much nostalgia.  Excuse me, I need a moment.