Peace and Quiet in Albia
Written onI apologize for my lack of activity over the past month. My dog became ill towards the middle of September, and took a serious turn for the worse in the beginning of October. Sadly, we had to put her down last week. She lived a long life: She would have been fourteen in January, and her breed typically only lives to about eleven or twelve years. It has been a difficult time for me, since I grew up with her and always had her around. In the end, it was clear that she was suffering. I had planned on turning to Creatures for a little bit of comfort, but I needed a little time to stay away from anything related to death. Rest in peace, Skittles.
Although the light remained constant, it certainly seemed like nighttime on the desert island! Innhavet, Forvika, Bolga, and Erikstad happily headed off to dreamland all at once. I was almost certain that another Norn was hidden amongst the crowd, although it was impossible to sort through the tangle of Norns! To have a peaceful moment with so many creatures about was absolutely amazing. Getting one Norn to fall asleep is difficult enough! This event was virtually unheard of. It must have been an invisible nighttime in Albia, which actually does happen.
Husby laid her egg quite contentedly, and then proceeded to stay right near the piano player. Funny how some Norns seem to stay in one spot for a long period of time. She had found this location to be quite cold and boring at one point. Soon enough, Husby decided that the music might be able to respond to her verbal cues. I had grown weary of the same tune, as well! I went in on a stealth mission and stopped the music, careful not to dash Husby’s hopes. She was quite excited about the peaceful sound of nothing more than her heartbeat!
I have some projects I hope to work on and finish up very soon. One of these involves something for the 2011 CCSF that I have put off until just about the last minute. There will also be more updates from Creatures 1, as well as some more studies into genetics! Make sure to check back in the upcoming days!
Update: Silly me confused Husby with Leira! Husby did in fact lay her egg near the piano player, but she headed off shortly thereafter. Leira should be the one credited with the hilarious antics!
Awww, sorry to hear about your dog >: That’s always tough to deal with, and I can completely understand your need to take a break from creatures for a while.
….I will admit Husby is quite a crackup. ‘Stop instrument’ indeed!
Thanks for the kind words! It’s definitely been tough, but I’ve fortunately been able to start smiling about her and remembering all of the good memories. Still, I feel like I lost a family member who was almost like my own kid at times. I just hope she’s happy, wherever she may be.
I love the random characters that Norns can be! I’m sure that “stop instrument” made some sense to Husby, but I doubt any Norn could understand how funny they are. I’m just waiting for the next hilarious line!
I know just how you feel with Skittles. Early this year we had to put down our cat of 13 years. Our golden retriever will be going the same way some time in the next few months, although for now he still lives a very happy life.
I never really thought about it, but these animals have been a part of the family for more than half of my life!
Can’t wait to see what you have in store for the CCSF. I’ve just about finished my 3D wallpaper :D
You don’t ever have to apologize for not posting in a blog. It is of my strong belief that you shouldn’t, in fact. It’s your blog, it’s an honor to read it. :)
ArchDragon: So sorry to hear about your cat, and it must be hard to know the fate of your dog. At least he’s happy right now, though! That’s the most important thing. Skittles was with me for more than half of my life, too. I still kind of wish she could have lived for about 50 more years, though. The CCSF should be quite exciting! Can’t wait to see your wallpaper!
Kitti: Aww, thank you! I always feel like I take random absences a lot. Your blog is wonderful to read, as well! Keep up the great work!
My condolences about your dog…
In other news, “Stop instrument” made my… VERY early morning. It’s 02:20, why am I not asleep?
Thanks, Chip. I still miss that little dog terribly! I still sometimes have a moment where I think she’s just around the corner, or sleeping under a blanket. At least these Norns make for some good laughs, though! Oh dear… Need I be blamed for a sudden lack of sleep on your part? Ha ha! Might need to put a quota on your Discover Albia time!
Hehe, perhaps. Need I be blamed for finding it very entertaining, regardless? You’re doing great, and probably always will! :D
Thanks so much!