Muromachi Touji

Design 016

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 01:30:40 GMT

Finally, a bit of spare time!

Didn't think I'd ever get a minute just for myself... Anyway, been swamped with things left and right and it's almost making my head spin. But thankfully it seems like things are toning down a little bit. Maybe I'll actually get a full night's sleep one of these days... Tempted to start now actually, but I just gotta do one more thing and then I can knock out.

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They finally backed off when I told them straight up that I didn't want to see them. And they still never told me why! I think that's what pissed me off the most about the whole thing. I can understand that parents would want to see their kids on a whim sometimes, but with parents like mine it's the least likely scenario...

Whatever, I don't have to deal with it anymore. Hopefully at least...
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Design 015

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:57:01 GMT

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They want to meet me... I can't believe that they actually set a letter back.

But they want to see me. I don't think I want to...

Need to think about it some. Rollerblading or billiards? Both sound like a good idea.
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Design 014

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 02:53:59 GMT

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So... I wrote a letter back.

It didn't say all that much, just the general stuff. Besides, there was no way in hell that I was going to mention my personal life. They don't need to know anything beyond the surface of things. And that's all they asked for anyway, so no big deal.

I don't expect another one from them anytime soon though. That's probably gonna be a once in a blue moon kinda deal. Whatever, it's not like I care all that much anyway.
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Design 013

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 04:44:16 GMT

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I can't believe I got a letter from... them.

I never thought I'd see the day when my parents would actually send a letter to me, actually asking how I was doing and all that stuff. It's been years since they last saw me, so why would they bother now? I don't get it.

They never were like most parents would be. Father was useless kind of guy, always trying to go up in the social ladder - I guess it's what it's called - but never really making it cause how he did it was the wrong way. Now he's probably just pushing papers in some other third rate office... again. It wouldn't surprise me if it were a different from the last time I was there. Mom on the other hand kinda cared, but only to some extent. She taught me the limited amount of manners that I actually know and the barest necessities that all kids should know, but that was basically it. Nothing more. No real affection or anything like that. And sis was too caught up in her own life to really deal with me...

So why ask about me now? I don't even know what to saw to them. "Hey, I'm fine. Don't worry about me."? Somehow I can see that could actually cut it, but if they took the trouble of actually sending me a written letter... well, I don't know anymore.

Maybe I'll think of something while I go out for a run tomorrow morning. It's been a while since I did some blading...
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Since classes are slowly driving me crazy, I'm gonna take a break tomorrow and go out blading in the morning. Hopefully it'll get me to relax some. De-stress or something like that...

Design 012

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 03:09:10 GMT

Classes have been eating up my time. That's nothing really new I guess. I'm not exactly the brightest crayon in the box, so to speak, so I've been working extra hard to pass my classes... even though it's just the start. But isn't it better to start sooner than later?

Unfortunately for me though, that cuts time for other things... like work. I've been telling the crew that it'd help me if I did some of the mechanical stuff with them, but they just won't listen and tell me to concentrate on the books. I kinda feel like I'm only working there part-time now, since the session's started. Oh well... I guess I can handle that.

Kamio Akira - Er, hey... do you think you could turn your music down a couple notches? While the selections are good, it gets a little hard to concentrate sometimes. I'd appreciate it a lot~

Design 011

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 02:46:33 GMT

Is it normal to be nervous about starting new classes? ... Cause I am. Despite the others' attempts at keeping me calm with more work, it's just not helping me. Though, I probably shouldn't be this nervous... But at least the car that I worked on has an awesome new paint job? Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture... Oh well. Hopefully next time I remember.

For now, I should try to relax and not worry too much about classes tomorrow...

Design 010

Mon, 26 May 2008 13:10:45 GMT

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We kissed... and he told me that he loved me....

I'm... still kinda in shock to be honest... But I'm liking the feeling that comes along whenever I think back on that night.

Design 009

Mon, 19 May 2008 01:24:40 GMT

Finally recovered from the jet lag...

I actually returned from my trip on Wednesday, but was too dead tired to say anything... But London was awesome~! It was my first trip overseas and I was so stoked! I was able to borrow one of the other's camera and just took a whole bunch of pictures.

Here are a few:

City of London in general.

London Underground. Huge as hell.

Regent Street. Did a bit of shopping here. Of course, I got souvenirs for people as well~

Piccadilly Circus. I have a day picture, but it just looks better at night.

Buckingham Palace. Who wouldn't visit this place while in London?

Westminster Abbey. Another must see while in London~

And last but certainly not least... The London Eye also known as the Millennium Wheel.

I really had an awesome time there, even though the stay was a bit longer than planned. Something about flights being delayed...

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That trip... will be something I'll always remember. Jackal practically showed me everything there was to see in London. We were a bit rushed because there was just so much and we only had a few days, but I enjoyed it. When it came time to leave... I didn't want to. Sure it was slightly embarrassing that we had to share a king sized bed because everything else was booked, but surprisingly I didn't mind in the least. Although we tried to stay on our own sides of the bed, somehow in the morning I always found myself encased in strong, warm arms. Almost like they were protecting me from something from the outside. It was a different kind of feeling from when Zaizen slept and cuddled with me during his off time.

I still kinda don't understand the intricacies of these kinds of relationships, but I think I'm learning. Slowly but surely.

[ooc: Apologies in advance for the major pic spammage... ^^;;;]

Design 008

Fri, 02 May 2008 21:21:26 GMT

Since finals are done (finally!), I can get back to the garage and work again. I miss being there. Thought I was going to go crazy just looking at my textbooks and stuff the whole last two weeks or so. But, to keep me on the sane side, I did a few sketches that I hope I'll get the chance to paint on someone's car. But if not, then... I'll just hold onto to it until later.

Um, what else... Had to pack my stuff back. Which was hell since I felt like I just moved in here... Actually that's partially true, but whatever. At least I can keep the stuff at the shop until the summer session starts.

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I can't... believe that I'm actually gonna go to Europe. And with Jackal no less. It's weird. We only met not too long ago and yet he does so much for me. All these feelings are kind of foreign to me... Not exactly sure where to place them all. But the trip should be fun~ I've never been out of the country before, so I'll want to keep my first time out in my memories. Shogo is letting me borrow his camera to take pictures and whatnot. And I intend to take a lot of them and bring them back for the crew to see.

They're... happy for me. Happy that I get this chance and to have found someone that seems to care a lot about me. Though they said that they won't be completely satisfied until they actually meet Jackal themselves... When that day will be, who knows.

Design 007

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 22:34:49 GMT

Study, study, study.

That's the main thing I've been doing ever since I got here. But at the term is almost over, right? Finals and then I can relax a little bit. But because it's finals week that I haven't been able to even go to the shop and do a little work. I miss working in there already...

Anyway, I think I'm gonna take a break. Go do some blading or something. Get my mind off of all this stuff sitting on my desk in front of me for a while.

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The crew told me that they might be going back to Sendai for a little bit and asked me if I wanted to come along... and I don't know if I want to. Sure my parents are there, but it's not like they cared much for me anyways. They know I can take care of myself just fine.

Then again, it's not like I have any other plans after finals anyway... *fingers bell around neck* At least I don't think I do anyway. Haven't talked to anyone else about what's going on with them for the break... I dunno... I think on it a little more, I guess.

Design 006

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:22:39 GMT

Why do people think using duct tape on their cars solves everything? I mean seriously. I know it's good for extreme emergencies, but for your car?

Like this one for example.

I think everyone in the garage wanted to trash the whole car when they saw it. Duct tape and cardboard. Can you get any sorrier than that? And they want us to fix it... Gonna cost a pretty penny since we have to order a new fender. Oh well. We'll just have fun picking it apart~

Youhei - Your car is finally done~ The crew had fun tricking it out. But you should try it out before doing any actual racing. Just in case it may need some tweaks to your liking and stuff.

Jackal - When did you want to go out to the lake?

Yuuji - I'm still dressing up as L, no matter what you say.

Senpai - Ice cream?

Design 005

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:58:08 GMT

So we decided not to go to Tokyo yesterday, since we got a sudden request that needed to be done by tomorrow. Said it was for his girlfriend's birthday or something like that. So, I had to work a little more than the others since I'm in charge of the painting and whatnot. But I think I did a pretty good job for a last minute planned design...

Check it out here.

Other news, I'm slowly but surely catching up on my school work. Stuff isn't easy but then again, what is? Hopefully my brain won't explode with all the things I've been stuffing it with.

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I'm rather worried... about a lot of shit actually.

First Jackal's sick with food poisoning that was no doubt Shishou's doing if the pixie sticks were any indication. And... I'm not exactly sure what's going on between us. I'm not the best at relationships... mostly because I've never really been in one in that way before. I guess I just gotta go with the flow? S'what I've been doing all this time...

And then there's Zaizen... That guy needs to take better care of himself. Or more like asking for help when he needs it. But I guess that's just his character. Eh, I won't push him though. Just be there like any friend would be.

Design 004

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:10:09 GMT

An... interesting thing happened to me yesterday afternoon. Not quite sure what to call it, but it was different. Definitely something that's never really happened to me before. I wonder if it tops the charts on bizarre-ness...?

Anyway, last Saturday was awesome~ Osaka people are really impressive, I'll admit that. I might have to do a little practicing before the crew allows me to do anything soon. That is... if I ever find the time do practice. Homework's a real pain... I feel like that's all I've been doing all week. Leniency only goes so far...

But at least I got to work on a sweet looking car these last two days. Yuuta, you have one awesome car~ Hope you like what was done to it.

Youhei, I'm pretty sure that I got all the right parts. When do you want me to bring them to you so that you can start building it?

Does anybody know of a good billiards place? I feel like playing...

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Yesterday really was crazy though. Jackal would probably tell me it's not safe to talk about things here, so I guess I should keep things to a minimum...

But I didn't expect things to go that way. And now I get to endure the teasing and remarks about wearing a bell around my neck. Not like I didn't get enough as is.

And he even invited me to go over to his place to try out a new pasta dish. Gave me his number and everything... and he's supposed to be checking up on me every once in a while to make sure I'm not bugged or anything. How in the hell did my life turn to this? Hopefully, I don't have to worry too much on this stuff... I'd like to live a semi-normal life, thank you very much. But, I guess I'll just have to wait and see where all this crazy stuff will take me.

Design 003

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 23:09:58 GMT

I am currently at Zaizen's place, waiting for him to finish that takoyaki he promised to make. And since he was so anal about me using his desktop, I was given "permission" to use his laptop so that I wouldn't get too bored while I wait.

... And he just fucking threw something at me...yuck.

Anyway, the first week of classes here... and I think I'm going to die a very early death. Things are a lot tougher here than compared to the community college I transferred from. I actually should be doing the insane stack of homework I have on my desk at the dorm, but I know I wouldn't be able to concentrate on it. It's the weekend after all~

Other news, a hooptie came into the shop the other day. If this were my computer, I'd have a picture to show, but it's not so I can't. Maybe next time. But it was a hooptie... rusted, dents, and just plain old. I didn't even recognize what kind of model it was until the owner told us what we were dealing with. We were tempted to tell him to just scrap the thing, but apparently it has sentimental value to it. So, we agreed to take it on. We're gonna have to do serious work on this thing and finding spare parts for it won't be easy since it's so old, but we're gonna do it. Never let it be said that we didn't accept challenges~

Youhei - The others are looking forward to seeing your S15 tomorrow. It's been a while since we've really tricked out a car, so they're kinda excited. Don't mind them too much though. They won't do anything that you don't want done to it. Course, I'm sorely tempted to put some graphics on it myself.

Oh, and I think you'll be interested in this... There's a race war tomorrow night too. You don't have to race though, but it'd be good to see how Osaka people race, right? So, you in?

Well, Zaizen's finished with the takoyaki, so I'm off~

Design 002

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:54:44 GMT

So, I've finally settled in properly. Any extra junk I sent back to the shop for safe keeping. I've also been trying to familiarize with the area, so I've got a pretty good grip of where is what around here.

I start classes tomorrow and... I'll admit that I'm kinda nervous. This is the first time I'll be taking classes at a place so big. I went through the campus and looked for all of my classes the other day so that I wouldn't get lost (and be late) tomorrow. And luckily enough, I found a few shortcuts that'll help me out.

When I haven't been setting all my stuff in order, I've been working. Can never stay away from the shop/garage for too long~
Few days ago we got a pretty wrecked Nissan 350Z... and the crew and I worked on it like crazy. New parts from VeilSide, and even some LED's along with a new paint job of course, done by yours truly~

Looks pretty sweet, huh?

That reminds me... Youhei, I talked to the crew and they said that they'd be able to put in that power boost valve you want. What kind of car do you have?

[ooc: Image shamelessly taken from Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift XP]

Design 001

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 16:06:31 GMT

So, I'm finally in the dorm. I had a lot more stuff than I realized... It's going to take me a while shift through all this stuff and figure out what I want to keep here and what I'll send back to the shop for safe keeping. Don't want to clutter the place up.

Anyway, hey. I'm Muromachi Touji, living at Higashi dorms, rooming with... Kirihara Akaya in room 303a. Majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in art. I work at an auto body and repair shop, so if your ride needs repairing come on over to Karasu and we'll fix it up (even customize and design) it for you. Most likely you'll get special discounts if you tell the people there that you know me in some way, shape or form.

Transferring in the middle of the semester is going to be a pain though. Hopefully the professors will give me some slack...

... I should be cleaning up all this junk.