Past Adventure...

So my fellow fae, its time to look back to an adventure forgotten if not mentioned.

So back in the fall me and my first mate Kim had a photoshoot. We had it at Double Trouble State Park in NJ. Beautiful place really.

Here are some of the shots from the shoot.

We had the entire day running around the place in gowns [provided by me.] and standing in streams [which were intensely cold!]. Basically we got back to nature. Kim doesn't wear black much, so I was very pleased to shover her into a white dress I have. Its really beautiful, has a bit of a Grecian style to it. Iridescent bead work right below the bust in the Meander pattern [also known as the Greek Key or Greek fret], and flowing loose chiffon pleats, the top of 'bodice' of the dress was shaped in an angular 'heart', with thick bunched strips of the same white chiffon as straps. It tied in the back to create that princess feel.

She really does look wonderful in white. She had also brought a black party dress I got for her Xmas of 2009 to the shoot. Corset top with ruffled and tiered skirt. All in black lace with silver hook and eye closures down the front. She looks great in it of course, but she looked absolutely angelic in white.

My dress was my pale pink Free People dress with the small flowers all over it. Pretty basic.

Whats great about Kim is that, even though I have a rather large bust, and she well, doesn't, we both have the same waist size, and generally fit into the same clothing. Granted my larger cup size will strain, but she fits my clothing perfectly with out any issues as we are both the same generic size small.

I love this picture. I really do. Kim and I were trying to figure out things to do, and Matt, the photographer, shouted 'run', so we did. I don't know how hard I was laughing, but really I felt like such a little kid. Running across the landscape in a $120 dollar dress, not caring if it got dirty or snagged, Kim running besides me in an $80 dollar white dress, not caring if it got dirty. It was perfect. The picture looks as carefree as it really was. And besides, me and Kim are the kinda girls who really don't give a fuck and would run around the pine barrens, woods, and what not like total idiots anyway. There is a reason this Blog is Fae themed~

We are this idiotic.

If anyone is wondering what the hell I am doing to Kim, Im waving a twig in her face, and she's trying not to laugh her ass off and look angry. Funny thing, we are standing in that stream in this one. It was only about four inches deep, and had a rather weak current, but it was so cold. And of course my hair looks like its been through hell. This really was a wonderful day in nature.

Most of my adventures have cities involved in them, but here, I got to get out and live up to the Fae in me.

Its snowy out now. Im going to try and get some pictures out in the snow while in the woods near me before it all melts. I love the snow, and I am now sporting red hair~

Thats all I have for now. Today Kim and I are headed out for who knows what. We plan on finding a party to crash later tonight, in the true pirate fashion~

"Blind folk see the fairies.
Oh, better far than we,
Who miss the shining of their wings
Because our eyes are filled with things
We do not wish to see."
~Rose Fyleman

-F.

[Photoshoot by Matt Tucker]

New Years Eve, and Tasty Travels...

Its been oh so long since I had a post here with a tale of my travels. I blame orcs.

Anyways, here's what I did my New Years Eve to celebrate and bring in the coming year. I went to my forest of steel and concrete, NYC. There I met up with an old friend, and went on an adventure. First we traveled the world via the Met.

Janice and Me upper floor of the Great Hall of the Met.

Me being overly dramatic, underneath a ceiling sculpture in the India exhibit.

Sculpture of a woman dancing in the Eastern Art Exhibit.

I always see this sculpture when I go to the Met, always. I don't know why, and ever picture I or another has ever taken of this one has always come out beautifully. Its one of those works of art that is done to the point that it just always has that captivating look to it. Its arms and legs are broken, which always makes me wonder what it would look like whole. The body is posed in such a way that I am just in awe of the skill the original sculptor must have possessed. I believe this one was Tibetan or Indian, I am not 100% sure.

After me and Janice left the Eastern Art wings, we traveled to Europe via the European paintings wings. As an artist, my favorite works have always been impressionist era and renaissance era, so of course, this was my favorite part.

Degas <3

Monet Water Lilies 1919.

Monet did alot of paintings of Water lilies. I just realized this. Much like Van Gogh, Monet painted certain scenes and places, over, and over, and over again. I've noticed this alot with painters who take work from real life. I mean, I have no problems with it at all, I just wonder, were there really that few places of interest to paint? Something I personally ponder.

Anyways, by the time we found my favorites the Met was closing...early. Cause of the holiday. So Janice and I ventured forth, to find food. We stopped at this quaint little wagon outside the Met for some hot apple cider. One of my personal favorite drinks of all time! After that we traveled down to the Village, and wandered about St. Marks in search of food. We walked into a few shops, one vintage shop with clothing from the 20's. The woman working there picked out a cute flappers dress with lace that she thought I would look good in. Unfortunately my budget was tight. While there I over heard the owner talking about The Great Gatsby, one of my favorite books, so of course I had to bud in. He had apparently played the role of Jay Gatsby in a production, and for his role done extensive research, mean while another actress had been playing Daisy and her research on her character lead her to Zelda Sayre F.'s diaries, which they both believed F. Scott stole the story for The Great Gatsby from. While I could argue this, with the old and true story, of the story is based on one of F. Scott Fitz's failed relationships with an upper crust woman named.Ginevra, who would later marry a man who was pretty much the same as Tom, and who had a best friend, professional golfer and all named Edith Cummings, who Daisy's best friend Jordan Baker is based off of. But hey, its always nice to hear some theories on your favorite books and writers. Though, F. Scott DID take some material from Zelda's diaries. That much is fact, how much however, thats another story.

After that we finally sat down for some dinner at The Dumpling Man. A wonderful treat indeed. Hand made dumplings, right before your eyes. And as a vegetarian, I wound up eating the veggie ones. Which had shiitake mushroom, normally, I hate mushrooms, but it didn't even taste like mushrooms. I almost died because for a moment I thought it was meat! Now, I can't digest meat, hence why I am a veg. My stomach can't break down beef, chicken, pork, and some fish [tuna, and a few others]. Hence why I don't eat it. So Janice and I got worried that I was eating meat. She tried some and assured me that it wasn't meat. But, I can't lie, it was delicious. I also had a cup of miso soup. I love miso soup. Every Japanese or Asian restaurant I go to that carries it, I have to try it. This was the best Miso soup I have had, and I've been to Tokyo! Absolutely amazing, I highly recommend this place to any NYer or person visiting the city. Its right down in St. Marks, just take the 6 down to Astor Place, and towards 1st ave, just a little past that and you're there!

For dessert we went to Spot! which is right down the street. OH MY TASTY TREATS! Aside from having drop dead tasty food, their drinks are incredible too! Janice and me may or may not have pigged out a bit~

Our Cupcakes: Mine, Chocolate Green Tea Fruit Jam, and Janice's, Vanilla Carmel Vietnamese Coffee.

We both got cupcakes and drinks and then shared one of the tastiest tiramisus ever. Vietnamese Coffee Tiramisu to be exact. Its not on the website, but it is on the menu that you get when you go in. To drink I had a Green Milk Tea bubble tea, and Janice had a Thai Coffee Float. Yes, I know, so much coffee! But it was all soooo good. After that we parted ways. Janice went on home, and I made my way to Port Authority to head over to Jersey to get to my Aunts. Unfortunately, the blocks to PA were all blocked due to a certain NYC tradition. I managed to get in there and on my bus at 11:35PM. And made it to my Aunts, who fortunately lives a few blocks from the Lincoln tunnel, at 11:55PM. And rung in the New Years with her, and my Uncle, and a glass of sparkling cider [no alcohol this time!].

A few days later I headed back into the city with my best mate, Kim. We met up with our friend from Moscow Dimitry, and later with Janice. We traveled around the city hitting all the sights, and wound up back in St.Marks for dinner. I bought a jacket from Search & Destroy , sadly it really is too big for me, so I gave it to my sister. But hey, I got it for 20 bucks! Sadly there is no website for the store. But I did manage to find on flickr a picture of the establishment, and a description of it and the restaurant downstairs, which btw, is owned by the same person. Btw, did you know that a member of the NYC based J-band Peelander Z works there ;D Stop in perhaps you'll see him one day. The entire staff there is so friendly though, and I am always happy to visit. Just walking in they always greet me with a smile and curt nod of the head. [And they are uber stylish ;D] A great NYC punk gem!

Before I bought my coat however, we all ate at Zen, a hole in the wall restaurant that is affordable and quiet. Kim who hates any sushi that isn't from our favorite local sushi place, loved it. Thats saying something, considering this girl is picky! Anyways, its a great place to eat at! Most places in the Village usually are though!

After, of course, we went to Spot! I had the Berry Berry Chocolate cupcake this time, which turned out to be too sweet for my tastes, I couldn't finish it, and the same drink as last time. Janice and Kim both had the Chocolate Green Tea cupcake, and drinks. Dimitry ate nothing, he was stuffed.

Picture taken by the lovely Kim. Dimitry, Me, Janice.

The magical end of yet another adventure. Next post I promise to post about my trip to Quebec. Thankfully I have a captains log and nothing will be forgotten! Till then, carry on, and be safe in your journeys!

"Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again."
C.S. Lewis

-F.

Yule, New Years, and so much more!

Its been some time since I last posted, I blame traveling around the sky, it gets so hectic sometimes.

Since All Hallows the Yule has passed and so has the New Year, its now 2011.

My resolutions:

I quit smoking.

I am growing my hair down to my hips.

And, I am planning on getting back into college.

Wish me luck.

Not much has happened really, just traveling around a bit still, having adventures with friends, stealing goblin gold, and running from orcs. The usual fun stuff. I feel bad so I am going to leave you with my favorite gems from 2010 [and perhaps a few that are still precious to me, even after long discovering them]

Music:

The Green Children, I really am falling in love with their music. Its poppish, but still has that fantasy quality to it.

Hannah Fury, an unknown gem. I stumbled upon her only recently. Her music is very chilling, hunting even, and twisted. But its so relaxing, it took me a few listens to realize the lyrics are grotesque.

Celtic! Any Celtic music in general has been catching my ear. It all has that fantasy type sound to it. I suppose because it comes from the lands where fairy tales run wild and rule the minds and imaginations of the towns people.

Movies:

The Imaginarium of Dortor Parnassus - an amazing mix of fantasy and human psychology. Loved the Faustian influence, and the struggles of love and morals. Amazing storyline.

Alive in Wonderland- I just like looking at Mr. Depp dressed like that and giggling. Amzing make up for all the actors/actresses really.

Kamikaze Girls- I love the story between the two, and Anna Tsuchiya is in it, which I adore. always a favorite gem.

The Great Yokai War, now this was a new one for me. I had always heard of it, and about it but never got the chance to sit down and watch it till about late 09. Yes I still consider it new to me. Its cute, and full of fantasy. Great for those who love Japanese mythology and folklore.

The Prestige, because who doesn't love magic, and Bowie...no this is not the Labyrinth, there will be no dancing in tight pants. BUT, Bowie does play Tesla. He played the part very well, I didn't realize it was him till I saw the credits! CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT! An old favorite, but a wonderful watch as always.

Bridge To Terabithia, another movie I heard alot about that I got around to watching down the road. This one was cute, had wonderful actors, and made me cry. It was a touching story based off a novel I still haven't gotten the chance the read. I need to get around to that. I think what struck me so hard with this one was Leslie, this character reminded me oh so much of myself as a child. Running around in the wooded area in the park as a child, pretending there was a secret world there. Even after I left the city, I was still pretending in the woods with Mark. The idea of letting your imagination run wild, thats what got to me. It was like looking at an alternate reality me.

Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium, can you say one of the cutest, sweetest, most fun movies ever. Aside from the fact that I am a huge N. Portman fan, I love movies like this. Ones that have a magical place fueled by imagination. I really do believe imagination is the greatest thing one can have. That it fuels everything and anything about you. So this movie was an instant fave, plus, just watching it made you feel magical!

Tinker Bell, the new Disney movie. Yeah Im not much of a Disney fan, but this was too cute to ignore. Plus it was named after and based on the one Disney character I always liked. And the one I was nick named after.

Books

Courtney Crumrin series. Really, one of the most wonderful set of comics I have had the pleasure to read. Alternative, and family friendly. The adventures of a young girl in the human and magical worlds. Her discovering goblins, and more! Changelings galore! But none of that wishy washy happy ending junk. These comics are kinda dark, but with a sort of hidden mel'rose. They have their sweet points, def something for the kids.

Sherlock Holmes, If I need to explain this one, then there is something greatly wrong with the world!

Hans Christian Anderson Fairy tales, because who doesn't love fairy tales, I thought it was blatantly obvious that I do. My favorite story by him is The Little Match Girl, its so sad, but the most realistic of them all. I have a thing for stories that can reach out and invoke emotion in me. Another favorite would be The Nightingale, its beautifully written, and just wonderfully relaxing to read. Most of his stories are very sweet to read. They have a bit more human quality to them than those of the Grimm fairy tales, and are a bit happier.

The Brothers Grimm fairy tales, because they are instant classics.

[I actually have just received for the Yule from my grandmother leather bound complete works of both Hans Christian Anderson, Sherlock Holmes and the Brothers Grimm. Wonderful additions to my library.]

Also, one last note. Who went out into the cold to watch the eclipse this past December? Did you know that that was the first time in almost 300 years that there was an eclipse during the Yule moon! An absolutely beautiful site it was. I went with two of my friends, we huddled up near the bay and watched from start to finish in the freezing cold.

That is all for now my dears. Take care~ Be safe~ And jump from star to star carefully!

-F.

All Hallows Eve...

Its all hallows eve, the goblins and wear-things are out. Can you hear the banshee, or is the reflection of the gentleman next you mysteriously not there? Something wicked this way comes, ol' Billy S. once said. Hope you all enjoy this mysterious night. Attend the festivities, dance with a ghoul.

Tomorrow night is the Samhain. Celebrated on either the 31st of October or November 1st. So set an extra chair for visitors unseen, bury an apple along side the road to provide for wandering spirits, and light a candle and place it in your window to guide the lost souls home. Its also the end of the summer feast, the final harvest. The wee folk will be particularly active, so be careful these few nights!

Me at the party I attended last night. I was an earth spirit.

Besafe and enjoy your weekend my dears!

‎"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes."- Shakespeare

-F

Goblin Ticks and Autumn Magic...

Goblins may be stout and nasty, but they sure can run! I have been driven to insanity, and I swore to those Goblins I didn't know where their gold was! I should feed them to the trolls! Anyways, this Fae pirate has been running about all over the place. I am currently back in my birth-land, good old city of steel and concrete. NYC! Adventures this weekend ahoy~

Meanwhile, its AUTUMN! Which means one thing,... Winter is around the corner. Now I do love Autumn, its my second favorite season. I love the smell of fireplaces going, the brisk cool air, the sweaters with fallen leaves stuck to them, and of course, the colors of the landscape. The golds, reds, yellows, its all so beautiful! And inspiring. I have faux leaves in my room, right above my window [though they hang there year round], its a simple and fun reminder of the beauty of the Fall season. Of course I have pictures to share. Both make up and outfits~

Faux Autumn leaves seen behind, playing Fae royal.

My head band is rather magical. It is made of several thin satin and silk ribbons, in maroon and dark ivory, and a copper chain with leave, circle, and ladybug hanging copper embellishments. It is braided and at the bottom on each end are two knots keeping it all together, the excess flowing freely.

The necklace you see is an iron Jack in the Green pendant. Also known as the Green Man, commonly seen in churches. However, the Green Man, or Jack in the Green is actually a very strong symbol according to Wiccan culture/belief. And yes, I am Wiccan. He is, according to Celtic followings, a symbol of new growth and wisdom. Considering the man life changes I have and am going to as of late, I found it to be a symbol I wanted to associate with. I bought the pendant on my 20th birthday which falls on the celebration of Mabon, or as the Druids called it Mea'n Fo'mhair. Very simply the Autumn Equinox, September 21st. Mea'n Fo'mhair, means Honor of the Green Man. So all of this surprisingly fell together perfectly. When I had bought the pendant, I hadn't even really though about the date, or the history of it. I was just very drawn to the symbol, and I knew the meanings and ideals associated with him. It's quickly become my new everyday wear. When it is not around my neck, I wear it as an anklet.

New Hair Color to celebrate the changing season.

Now then...hem, I felt the strongest urge to change my hair. the summer had passed and the golden white I had was no longer suiting my mood. I wanted something warmer, more relaxed. I almost went red! But instead settled for this dark warm gray blonde, which is very close to my natural color.

Autumn fairy is ready to frolic~

My inner fae took over, and I decked out in all the natural colors and fabrics I had. Wearing a fitted loose tunic shirt with a leaf print pattern, and my favorite sweater, a light honey beige with a faux [because hurting animals is a horrid thing to do and if you must do it please let them be free range.] fur trim hood. And of course my magical head band. My make up, for the record, in the first and this photos, is a maroon liner and Lime Crime Nymph pigment. Lips are a light clear pink with a mint gloss over them.

My birthday outfit, Fae Princess.

Now on to my Birthday outfit. Dress is a lovely pale pink layered shirt with little embroidered flowers all over it from Free People. Shoes are soft pale yellow canvas heels that knot on the toe. Though you can't see it, on my head was; four bronze own bobby pins, a long rope of real pearls, creating a head band effect [it was my really long pearl necklace!], and my treasure earrings from a past post. On my neck is my fairy necklace, and my Jack in the Green is on my right ankle. I also wore my cherry blossom wire and pink gem choker, which can not be seen in this photo. Picture taken by and edited by the lovely Fae Pirate, First mate Kim. [The painting on the wall behind me is a hiding fairy that I did when I officially moved back in.]

A better view of the painting.

Its not realistic, and I wish I had given the mushrooms [those reddish brown blotches near her ass and feet] spots, but I think it looks more natural this way. I mixed styles from both Van Gogh and Cézanne on this one.

Ahh well, till next time my fellow pirating Fae. I leave you with a few wonderfully magical things.

First, a video by a lovely group called The Green Children. I was introduced to them through the magical blog of Doe Deere. They caught my eye because The Green Children is an old fae tale! Two children with green skin magically appeared one day, they didn't speak english and ate only vegetation [Green beans in particular I think], eventually the little boy grew sick and died, but the girl lived on, her green skin faded away. They believe the children were fae!

Enjoy.

Secondly, some poetry I wrote for the Lime Crime contest.

"'Once upon a midnight dreary', words so familiar to the lover of horror.

Romance Mr.Poe did bring, to a world described only with suffering.

If the raven could read, would it pity dear lost Lenore?

If I were her, in my tomb where I lay, I'd call to the raven,

That unholy visitor.

For I fear Mr.Poe did him wrong, he and his cry of 'Nevermore'.

I think the raven only meant to chat, and share his thoughts.

Perhaps the raven's love was lost just as Lenore.

Perhaps he mourned and cried, 'Nevermore'.

And seeing Edgar dearest so full of grief, he thought to share his thoughts,

and help him find a shared peace.

Nevermore, the poor raven cried, nevermore he cried.

Mr.Poe did you wonder, that perhaps the demon sitting just above your chamber door,

Was there to mourn with you, your sweet Lenore?

But shall you know? Alas, nevermore."

-Flip

Till we meet again, on some Autumn day, or perhaps when the snow starts blanketing the earth.

"Come away, O human child!
To the waters and the wild
With a faery hand in hand,
For the world's more full of weeping than you can understand."
-William Butler Yeats, "The Stolen Child"

-F

A quick peak into the land...

Goblins may have stolen some fairy dust, but rejoice for today is the day the blossoms spat me out! Its my Fairy Pirate birthday~ I know I haven't posted about my last adventure yet, so I promise to do a post of just pictures soon. Most of the photos are edited and the best have been sorted into a new folder. Its been very busy with work, moving everything back home, and redecorating. My birthday managed to creep up on me fast. Take care everyone.

"Faeries, come take me out of this dull world,

For I would ride with you upon the wind,

Run on the top of the dishevelled tide,

And dance upon the mountains like a flame."

-William Butler Yeats, "The Land of Heart's Desire," 1894

-F

A Series of Random Adventures...

I have something magical for you little cornish pixies! Actually its a product of my boredom, which will soon be cured by endless amounts of literary treasures, and movies! Now then, today is a mini adventure, and a day of some minor interesting things. That made no sense, I DIGRESS!

I went to the library today, because we all know Fairies love a good story. Originally my best friend Kim and I were going to go and see if they had Marie Antoinette on DVD because its movie night. Kim is feeling particularly frilly. Unfortunately our branch did not have the much sought after DVD so I had to order it from another branch. I did however get three other DVD's. 'Lemony Snicket's - A Series of Unfortunate Events', because of the dark humour and amazing imagery [plus I love that series!]. Kamen Rider The First, because I love me some Japanese mecha/power ranger type movies. And Van Gogh, a French film :3 because I LOVE Van Gogh, and the French language.

I also picked up about 8 or so books, this list is of course as follows, most are recommended Fairy Pirate reads.

1. My Bonney Light Horseman -L.A. Meyer, the sixth in the Bloody Jack series. Nothing like a rebellious young girl who has delved into the world of Piracy, on an epic adventure of love and war. Jacky Faber is most indefinitely one of my favorite characters. I started this series about four years ago, and its one of my all time favorites.

2. Snow White and Rose Red -Patricia C. Wrede, a spin on an old classic. Two sons of the Faerie queen, Hugh who is content at home, and John who loves to wander in the mortal world. If you know the old classic tale of Snow White and Rose Red, then you will love this one!

3. The Mislaid Magician or Ten Years After- Patricia C. Wrede and Caroline Stevermer. The second book chronicling the tales of Kate and Cecy. Magic galore, and adventure ahoy :)

4.Stravaganza City of Ships - Mary Hoffman, I love Stravaganza books! Time traveling and space! Its wonderful, and this one is about Pirates!

5.Perchance to Dream - Lisa Mantchev, Bertie can make things happen just by writing them! However, her day time live is brooding seductive air spirit who's motives are kinda hazy, and when she dreams, its of Nate, a suave and swashbuckling pirate, WHO'S IN MORTAL PERIL. Oh what is a girl to do~ :) Perfect. In every way. The cover even has fairies on it!

6. Beautiful City of the Dead - Leander Watts, ok this one is about a rock band, WHO BECOMES IMMORTAL. Rock and Roll till the end of time, oh yes please!

7. Tithe -Holly Black, because what good Faire Pirate does not read this classic! Its basically' a modern faerie tale', but it gets kinda dark, you guys would love it.

8. The Sweet Far Thing - Libba Bray, I love Libba Bray, this is the third book in the Gemma Doyle Trilogy following, A Great and Terrible Beauty, and Rebel Angels, its wonderful, frilly, and filled with magic! Plus the first two are in my top 20 books of all time. How could I not check this one out!

Happy reading Fae~

And now for what I wasted so much time doing today, which should have been spent on editing photos from Quebec, and I swear I will get to them, just give me till I return from Florida next week...oh yeah, Im headed down to Florida... to pack up my stuff and move back home...here. :)

A most epic screen shot of my magical desktop!

Tada! Its my desktop. I spent so much time trying to find a background, oh and do you see those weird marks all over, yeah well...I don't have 'folders', I have FAERIES! :D The ones sitting are the usual folders that grace my desktop, the ones flying are temp files, and in the upper left hand is my folder Faerie Glen, where I keep all the images I have used, and will use for this blog. :) And my cursor, using the program iCursor, is spewing magic. It's optional however, I can turn it on and off depending on if I want to read whats on the screen haha. Yes I spent so much time looking for the perfect images for my folders, and desktop. I really should have been editing my photos!

Now then, tonight me and Kim are watching a movie, we aren't sure of what movie, but...we are watching one, and she is bringing her puppy April, who is an utter doll! Picture of me and the puppy of course!

Me and April being adorably cute at the bay.

Kim looking like she hates you, which she does, she only loves me :) and April.

Now then, I am sorry but I must depart, I have countless pages and words to read, and photos to edit, and I need to find tasty things for tonights movie viewing.

I leave you with another of my favorite writers, and a quote obviously fairy related.

"A lady, with whom I was riding in the forest, said to me, that the woods always seemed to her to wait, as if the genii who inhabit them suspended their deeds until the wayfarer has passed onward: a thought which poetry has celebrated in the dance of the fairies, which breaks off on the approach of human feet." -Ralph Waldo Emerson, "History"

-F