Without music, life would be a mistake

[acupjes]

Sooo, if anyone is interested in classical music, I highly recommend coming to see the Julliard Orchestra's performance coming up in early December-- we'll be playing some Mendelssohn, specifically his Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64. Come support the arts and maybe me? Cuz I've been selected to play as the soloist in this month's performance! But, if you can't make it, don't worry at all!

[raquelbalboa]

I spent my weekend at an amazing (see: awesome sauce) writing camp these past few days and it’s incredible how beneficial and crucial networking can be in the grand scheme of things…in any field of work. Shameless plug here - I wrote about the experience and a few interesting tidbits I picked up on my blog. But in more entertaining and important news, how’s everyone’s Monday going?

[acupjes]

Oh nice! That sounds like it would have been super helpful! I'm terrible at networking, so I'll definitely have to check out your post. Mmm, mine's going decently, though I'll let you know if that holds up after my playing test today.

[acupjes]

raquelbalboa

I agree! Not that I would know or anything… but I can imagine how it would be. Really? Awesome sauce. What instruments do you play?

It's just like trying to read a big book on a phone, really. I know how to play piano and can sort of sing, mostly because I need to for my theory classes. But, my focus is violin!

[acupjes]

acupsantana

I really want to break into movies and TV, so yeah, it’s a good start. It’ll get my pretty face out there.

Nice! I'm glad to hear that you're making your way into the industry then! What sort of roles do you want to play?

[larvitarr]

[acuppellarp]

If you’d like to participate, simply reblog this post. And please remember to send asks and not just answer them! If, say, 10 people reblog it, each of them should have received at least 10 asks by the end of the week :)

Meme Monday: IC/OOC Questions Edition

Feel free to answer these in anyway that makes sense for your character. They can be addressed entirely IC, OOC, or a combination!

Did you read as a child? If yes, what was one of your favorite books/series? If no, why not?

How often do you brush your teeth?

After being stranded on deserted island for a year, you’re rescued. What’s your first meal you have once you’ve returned to civilization?

Do you have a favorite smell or scent?

What’s the last healthy food you ate?

What’s the last item of junk food you ate?

Does virginity matter to you?

Do you have a favorite board or card game? Is there a game you refuse to play with others do to a poor experience?

Dead or alive, who’s a musical artist you’d sell a kidney for to see play in person?

What’s your favorite number? Why?

Do you like chocolate? If yes, what’s your favorite way to eat it? If no, why don’t you like it?

What/Whom do you associate with the color(s) _____? (Asker should insert the color(s) of their choosing)

Do you have a driver’s license? If yes, do you enjoy driving?

What’s the longest drive you’ve ever traveled? Was it in a car? Van? Truck? Bus? Were you a driver? A passenger? Tell us about the trip.

However you listen to music, put your device on shuffle, and then list the first three songs that play. What are the songs? Which ACup individual do you think of when you hear said song?

If you could choose to move your birthdate, what new date would you choose? Why?

What did you have for breakfast, lunch, and dinner yesterday?

Do you think you’re a good person?

Are you a morning or night person? What time do you get up in the morning? What time do you go to sleep?

What’s your go-to lip care? (e.g. balm, chapstick, gloss, lipstick, nothing, etc.)

Are you registered to vote? (If not you have until October 12!)

If money and transportation wasn’t an issue, where in the world would you spend a week of your time? If you could only choose two people to join you on your adventure, whom would they be?

What are three pet peeves?

Do you think people can be friends with their exes? Are you friends with any exes? Why or why not?

What’s the earliest memory you have?

Do you wear any type of jewelry? If yes, do you wear the pieces daily or just for special events? If no, why not?

Do you consider yourself an affectionate person? If no, why not?

How do you carry your money? Wallet? Purse? Pocket, etc.?

Where and when did your last kiss take place? With whom did you share it?

What’s a non-standard turn-on? (e.g. someone opens a pickle jar for you)

What’s one thing that never fails to make you sad?

What’s one thing that’s guaranteed to make you happy?

What’s the furthest distance from your childhood home you’ve traveled?

Disregarding your current profession and/or what skills you could realistically master, is there a certain area of study or dream job you’d want to pursue? If so, why?

If you could alter exactly one thing about your life right now, what would you change? Why?

[acupjes]

raquelbalboa‌:

I agree with the music bit. I think it’d be harder to try to read from a device. Not impossible, but hard nonetheless. So I take it you read music?

And if it’s on a phone? Ugh, absolute nightmare, even if you have someone holding it and swiping through the pages for you. Oh, yes! Yes, I’m a music student at Julliard, so lots of music reading. And playing too, of course.

[acupjes]

acupofvalentina

I can’t fault you, beds are way to fun and relaxing. I say forget it, just relax today, forget all the shit you gotta do and just enjoy the lazy day. It’s needed. 

I'd like to, but... I really need to get things done. If I get too far behind, I'll be working even harder just to stay afloat in class. But, hopefully I'll be able to relax a bit this weekend!

[acupjes]

notthatharperlee

I would highly recommend it. Planning ahead of time is a sure way to reduce the feelings of guilt. Besides with a conductor like that? It sounds like you need it. The First 48 is a nonfiction true crime show that follows detectives as they work to get leads during the first 48 hours following a homicide. It’s the perfect show for relaxing.

I should definitely do that! No, no, he's really quite good! Just, very intense. But, that's Julliard for you. Ummmmmm, I don't know if I'd call that relaxing, but if you like it I'll give it a shot! I need to find something to watch now, I just finished watching Adventure Time and I need something to fill the void it left behind.

[acupjes]

text 📲 Les

LJ: alright alright fine we will have you sit on the board and i can pull you around yeah ??? That way there’s no danger just FUN

LJ: THATS THE SPIRIT HELL YEAH

Jes: oh that sounds super fun actually! I'd love to do that!

Jes: Yay! Er, wait, is that not hardcore enough? Um, HELL YES, FINGER SKATEBOARDS!!!

[acupjes]

text 📲 Les

LJ: ill give you my best protective gear we’ll have you looking like the lil bro from a Christmas story going out into the snow all bundled up

LJ: finger skateboards arent cute they are badass and hardcore jes pls

Jes: I don't know... as fun as it sounds, I really can't risk my hands. Besides, I have terrible balance, I don't think I'd be very good.

Jes: whoops, yes, totally. they're very hardcore! :D

[acupjes]

text 📲 Les

LJ: we’ll start slow w the finger skateboard but we’re gonna graduate you to a real board it’ll be great im a stellar teacher

Jes: Mmmm... I'm mostly just worried about my hands. If I fall and hurt my wrist, that would be... not good.

Jes: but the finger skateboard sounds really fun! and cute too.

[acupjes]

text 📲 Les

LJ: wanna play w skateboard things as an adult

Jes: um, I think id die if I tried to actually skateboard. but if its just a finger skateboard, thatd be okay!

[acupjes]

text 📲 OPEN

LJ: my heart is legit broken rn you’re talking about yu gi oh :( this is tech deck :( lil skateboard :( fun for fingers :(

Jes: sorry!!!

Jes: i didn't really play with skateboard things when i was a kid

[acupjes]

notthatharperlee

You know, I work a mental health day into each semester. Sometimes that means taking a day to lay in my bed and binge The First 48. Don’t beat yourself up too bad over it.

Oh, that's really smart... I wish I could say this was purposeful, cuz then I feel like I'd feel better about it. Maybe next semester I'll do that! But, what's the First 48?

[acupjes]

text 📲 OPEN

LJ: april took away my tech deck bc she said the tapping of the wheels was gonna give her hemorrhoids

LJ: i have another in my bag but it’s my FAVORITE of my collection should i bring this lil boy out and risk the hemorrhoid Queen

Jes: ummmmm, whats a tech deck? is it like one of those card games with the dragons and puff balls and stuff?

[raquelbalboa]

At the teensy-bitsy risk of seeming judgmental, are Millennials still fond of old-fashioned reading or is visual content slowly becoming the sole preferred way of the world via present day technology? As I am working on the creation of a communication campaign for the potential of making or breaking a good marketing effort, I’d appreciate chime ins so that I’m not single-handedly responsible for the decline of my job’s consumers next quarter. I know this platform isn’t used for group think but my blog only reaches so many people depending on my set algorithms for the week and I want to be as accurate as possible. Typically study groups would pay for this type of thing but I have a pretty decent sugar cookie recipe that I can offer in exchange or Dunkin’ Donut coupons for a free coffee with a $2 purchase…and I’m rambling now, kbai.

[acupjes]

Mmmmm, I can't really speak for everyone, but I like reading things from a book. And, in the case of music, it's always best to have physically printed music. I know people who read off iPads and such, but having all the notes on a big page of paper is just so much better. Though, there are definitely some good aspects of electronic copies! Turning pages is a lot easier, even if you do need to turn more of them.