I feel like crap. My stomach is doing somersaults. Honestly, it's all I can think about right now so I'm writing about it. I don't know what got in my system but it sucks. Maybe I got into something in the woods yesterday. I didn't eat anything weird at all. Oh my god....
Its times like this that I'm glad I'm unemployed.
Uggggggggg

The Cat's Day Out

Mom you will love this.

Majestic Opie

Inquisitive Sovy

Princess Dulcet

They LOVE being outside. They are now officially feral cats. And by feral I mean they go about 20 feet from the front door and come back. We went for a little walk in the back woods this morning when it was cool...er. I found this cute little stream with a bunch of big rocks perfect for a picnic. Dulcet was drinking from the stream and Sovy was catching lizards and bringing them to me. Opie spent his time resting in the shade. And you won't believe this but the cats followed me around. I didn't know cats followed people. Would you believe they actually came when I called too? I swear its so funny. 

We only stayed out for a couple hours before I decided to get us all inside again. I think the cats we're happy to. They we're tired and hot with all that fur. When we got back I had to empty the trash and I noticed something odd at the bottom of the stairs.

I thought it was a rock at first. When I picked it up it I could feel it was made of wood. It looks like some kind of worry doll or something. I really don't know. It was a bit dirty so who knows how long its been around. One of the cats probably found it and tried bringing it up the stairs. Its weird but kinda neat. I have it sitting on top of my computer right now.

I'm glad you like the story so far. I know its kinda rough right now but you know me. I try to let the story write itself. It always turns out better that way. Anyway I'm having a bit of a writers block as of late so I'm not sure when I'll have more of the story for you. More time spent finding a job I suppose.

Love you,

KK

The Black Cabin part 1

Once upon a time there was a cabin that housed a Young Woman, her Mother and her Little Brother. They lived just outside the local village, between the stretch of land that separated the woods from the mountains. The village boasted a bakery, clothing shops, an inn and of course a legend or two.

The most popular legend here was of a monster that resided in the woods just outside the town's boundaries. The monster was a tall, dark figure that hid among the trees looking for lost or forgotten villagers who would dare venture inside the forest at dark. You knew it was close when you heard a low hum, almost mechanical in sound, and had the sick feeling that you we're being watched. To the villagers, this was an old wives tale to keep bad children out of trouble.

But to one family, it was a terrifying secret that only those living close to the woods would understand. Every day the Young Woman, her Mother, and Little Brother, would spend their time doing the chores, and enjoying each others company. But every night they spendt in silence. In the evenings they would hear a low hum just outside their cabin. As the sick feeling of being watched creeped in, the Mother would lock up the door and say a prayer, and the three would remain quiet until the sun came up the next morning. As long as the monster was not let inside, or the three did not venture outside at night, it could not hurt them. They knew this because that is how they lost their Father. This secret had kept them safe for years.

One day the Young Woman was feeling particulary restless and upset about their position. Why did they have to live in fear every night? Surely there must be other places that do not have such problems that they could live in. The Young Woman had decided to journey into the world and find a place where their family could live in peace. That night, at dinner, the she told her Mother of her feelings and thoughts. The Mother became furious.

“Don't you know what lies beyond the our boundaries?”, she yelled. “If you leave it will hunt and kill you. Just as it did your Father.”

“We cannot live like this anymore Mother.” , the Young Woman began. “I can find somewhere free of this monster and my Father's death. If I leave in the morning I will be well outside of the forest boundaries by the days end. I can find a better place for us to all live in. A place where we don't have to spend every night in silence and fear.”

The Mother started to protest again when they all heard that low, almost mechanical hum. The three instantly silenced as the Mother rushed to the door and locked it. The Young Woman and her Little Brother shaded the windows just before that dreaded feeling of being watched came over them. The Mother looked at the Young Woman and saw a the determination in her eyes. The Mother looked at the Brother, and saw his desperate and pleading face.

They all huddled together in bed that night. Listening to the scratching on the roof and watching the shadow pass by the window. As much as it terrified her, the Mother knew that her daughter was right.

The next morning the Mother packed her a bag with a loaf of bread, a hunk of cheese wraped in a towel, and three silver coins. She told the Young Woman to go into town immediately and take the carriage out to the next village.

“There you should find a local bar. Find a man named Smithy. Tell him who your father was and he will help you get started.”

The Young Woman said goodbye to her Mother and Brother. She promised that the next time they saw her she would be coming to take them to their new home.

Settling In

I can't believe I'm done unpacking. Now that I look around I'm making a list of things I need to get. Is it bad that I'm excited to get curtains and and wall hangers? The phone peoples came this morning. I didn't expect them to be so prompt. I guess I was first on their list for the day. 

Mom, I sent you an e-mail with my new phone number let me know if you got it. My internet is working but I still need to get a phone for the land line. Maybe it would be better if we just skyped. I could teach you. Then we could see and talk to each other if you get a camera for the computer. It might be cheaper too.

I can't wait until it cools off a bit. I want to go walking in the back yard. It's all forest back here with a few houses in-between. Then I want to let the cats out so they can explore the great outdoors.

I know your worried about it Mommom but I think they will really like it. And I'll stay close by. Besides there aren't any major roads out here. And I won't let them stay out at night.

I'm feeling inspired by my surroundings so I think I'll try out some writing tonight. I'll post the results for you to see.

Also let John know about the blog. Not like he's going to read it, he doesn't even check his facebook. 

Love you,

KK

I have arrived!

Hi Mom!
I've always wanted to say that.
Well Mom, here you go. An easy way to keep up with your budding writer. I just got in yesterday afternoon around one. I unloaded the truck all by myself with the exception of the bed which my new, gracious neighbors helped me with. It was hard but not completely undo-able. The heat almost did me in though. Gotta get used to that.
You would love this area Mom. It's so beautiful here. I'll have to send you a few pictures soon. It feels like I'm out in the middle of nowhere but in reality I'm only about ten minutes from gas and groceries. And about an hour from downtown. The view is very pretty. I have giant hills on one side and the lake on the other. My apartment is small but perfect for me and the cats. Who by the way, are exhausted from the trip and are currently napping all over my unmade bed. It's like a one bedroom efficiency. My kitchen is in the living room/office and there's the bathroom and bedroom. There are boxes everywhere.
Today and Thursday are unpacking days. I'll probably have to journey to the grocery store. I forgot how hungry I was since I missed dinner last night. I tried this pizza place nearby, they are the only place that delivers out here. My god the pizza was bad. It was like cardboard with lots of unseasoned sauce and two tiny slices of cheese on it. I didn't expect Chicago food but good lord was it bad!
Anyway I'm downtown siphoning internet from an obliging coffee shop. By the way my cell phone doesn't really work out here so if I don't answer, that's why. I'm going to be calling the phone company tomorrow to get a land line. I'll give you the number as soon as that gets settled along with the internet. So I'll let you know asap when I do. Honestly I prefer it. You know how much I hate my cellphone.
Love you,
Katie