Honest to goodness!
Ever since my sister Jill and I moved to this small town I can't get any money around here! What does she expect me to do? Help her raise that darn forsaken farm? Not even in a million years could ANYONE, EVER get me to even work on a farm.
As you could guess I am more of a city girl. Maybe with a slight attitude? Well whatever, it's how the Goddess drew me. My name is Theen Norlens and I'm from Chicago. My sister Jill and I moved to this tiny village 3 seasons ago.
My attitude has ranked down a lot but I still got my moments.
Like whenever people feel the need to point out that I don't wear shoes, or that Jill and I don't seem related. It ain't there buisness anyways!
So moving on ,
It was a pretty dark night out and I walked up the hill and the breeze picked up BIG TIME. "Geez, dang wind messin' up my hair!" I patted down my long ginger waves. I'm the only redhead in the family. My father never believe once that I was his kid. I'm also the reason he left poor Ma. As I entered a small forest I saw a pathway up to a farm. "Yodel Ranch" The sign above read. No harm sneeking through right? I tiptoed across some stranger's ranch trying to get to the small city. It's called Mineral Town. Cute little place huh? Yeah, I come here once in a while to get myself some 'things'. As in a couple bucks. Naw, I ain't the best influence but since when did I know better?
Oh and did I mention I was in a dress that is cut up the skirt and reveals my right leg? Nah, it ain't nothin' too showy to be in public, it only goes up to my knee. But I ain't got any shoes on. I don't own any, can't afford 'em! But they're just shoes!
Who needs 'em?
I walked into the Bar where some other redhead girl and blonde guy were talking. The blonde guy looked really strong, and he was sittin' on the bar stool.
"Miss, may I help you?" The young redhead asked me, looking at me strangly like I'm some homeless or somethin'. Probably because I have no shoes on and I'm wearin' some dress like I'm in the actual 'Chicago' broadway.
"Yeah, do you know where I can grab a couple bucks? I'm pretty low right now and I just need to buy something real quick." I asked.
Her face turned into a pity look. Oh great, the last thing I need is pity! "Look all I need is a couple bucks. Could'ya spare me, darlin'?" I nicely tried again. She turned the blonde guy and he nodded his head and handed her 10 G. She also took 15 G out of her pocket. Great! The tips of my lips turned into a thankful smile.
The redhead handed me the money and smiled in return. "Thanks sugar, you're really great." I climbed over the counter, probably looking crazy, or showy. She looked confused, and so did her little blonde boyfriend. "Ann, do you know this woman?" Blondie asked pointing at me. She slowly shook her head, eyes on me. Albeit I'm scaring the poor girl. "My apologies if I'm scaring you sweetie, but since you did me such a big favor, I'll repay you." I leaned against the counter. "You're not scaring me. I'm just curious of the way you appear." Ann said. I grimaced. Was that an insult or..? "Ecsuse me?" I asked annoyed.
"No," she waved her hands infront of me. "I didn't mean it like that! I-I just meant I like how you're so straight forward and fearless." She babbled so quick, but luckily I heard everything or she'd say it all again. "Oh. Well thanks hun, so how do you need me to repay you? I'll do anything but chores and work." I flashed a camera ham smile. Blondie boy scoffed. "Is there somethin' you wanna add, blondie?" I said through my teeth. He shook his head and went upstairs. "Please, don't mind him. He's always grumpy. So miss.. What's your name?"
I picked thru my fishnet lace and pulled out a nail fyller and dug at my nail tips. "Just call me Theen." I put my nail fyller away and got serious.
"Okay sugar, how old are you exactly?" This question seemed to catch her off guard. "Huh? Err I mean, on the 28th of Winter I turn 17." she answered nervously.
"Oh so you're a youngie here? How cute." I complimented her. She looked kind of scared. "Oh honey, don't let me intimadate you. I'm not that scary." I put my hand on her shoulder, reasurring her. "Infact, why don't we get to know each other? That is if you don't mind." I offered. I'm not a total snobby, stuck up, annoyed city chick. I am actually very welcoming. But I ain't afraid to fight back either.
Little Ann seemed happy about this because she ran to the door and switched the sign to 'Sorry, We're Closed' , and rushed back over to the counter and plopped herself right on up there. She tapped the space next to her inviting me. I smiled a REAL smile. Looks like the Goddess answers my old prayers. I've always wanted a close friend who wasn't scared of my appearance. And now it seems as if it's actually happening.
"Okay so where are you from? How'd you get here? Why don't you wear shoes?" Ann asked a bunch of questions at the same time.
"Woah slow down there, Little Annie-Bird." She laughed at the nickname I gave her. Where to start? Oh yes, Chicago.
"Well, I'm from Chicago. And if you're willing to hear my whole life story then listen up." I said. Her eyes glowed. "Does this mean we're bestfriends now?" She gleamed hopefully. I smiled and ruffled her hair. "Of course." And so on the rest of the night we talked until it hit 2:45 AM and she declared that she had to get some rest so she could work tomorrow. I bid her farwell and headed back to ForgetMeNot. Y'anno, this place isn't as bad as I thought it to be.
I got back to ForgetMeNot Valley and passed Vesta's veggie farm. I walked to Gusafa's yurt. He's my favourite villager here. I don't romantically like him but seriously sometimes he's the only one who can help me out. Just when I think to much, he offers me flowers and a couple smokes. I know it ain't good, but I enjoy hanging with him. Ma smoked, so I don't see the harm.
When I walked by the spring flowers I saw a sliver haired man, in .. is that cowprint and purple pants? Nice taste. I can already tell I like his style. He noticed me and his face lit up.
"Why hello there, lovely maiden. May I ask why such a beautiful maiden is dressed up so late at night?" He smooth talked. Well isn't he just the charmer? Honestly I never have had an interest in a guy before. Not that I bend the other way, it's just boys don't like me. My appearance I guess.
I swallowed. I didn't know this guy and he's flirting. Not really a good sign. "Uhh, hi." I said nervously. Wait one flippen' minute. Where's the REAL Theen Norlens, who's fearless and didn't give a care?
"No need to be frightened my dear, I wouldn't harm you. Hehe." He smiled and flipped his silver locks out of his eyes. I brought back my attitude, but I gasped and noticed something. Something I can never hate. This man had the most perfect green eyes.
"Is something wrong, my fair maiden?" He cocked his head to the side. I shook my head 'no'. He was carrying a sack filled with junk. I kicked my tough girl attitude in and started talking, trying to not look like a pathetic whimp.
"I couldn't help but notice," I started. He seemed amused for a second."What's in the bag cheif, jewels? You a thug or somethin'?" My Chicago accent really started coming out.
Just then that annoying, heiress, Lumina sprinted toward us. "Give me my jewelry back you theif!" She pointed at him. Oh, so not only was he a smooth talker, but also a theif? Ma wouldn't be so proud to see me standed next to this fella.
"Theif huh?" I questioned and crossed my arms. The silver-haired theif glanced at Lumina, then back to me.
"I'm a bit pressed for the moment beauiful. But we'll see each other soon. It's in the stars." He smiled, shot a peace sign and jolted into an in-human speed of running. Dang boy! I blinked and rubbed my eyes. He was no where to be seen. What the?
Lumina ran over and stopped by me. Ugh ew, she smelled like rich girl. Lumi gasped for air. "Who was that?" I asked in my mean tone. She was so oblivious to my attitude that she smiled and gladly answered,
"That's Phantom Skye. He's the theif who leaves notes before he steals from us. He's such a dreamy man.." She wooed. Albeit she started swaying in love. Pfft, pathetic loser. She latched onto me. "Theen! You cannot tell me you didn't find Phantom Skye totally hot and smooth?" She started to pull on my dress. I shoved her off me and she hit the dirt road with a thud. "That's not your concern thank you." I marched off to the Yurt and couldn't help but feel a bit stalked. As if someone was staring at me. I glanced back at her but she was already skipping her way back to her mansion.
I entered Gustafa's yurt and found him meditating. Ahh, I love him so much. He's so different. I smiled and sat next to him, copying his pose. "Hey miss Theen. How's life treating 'ya lately?" He took deep breaths. And put his hands together. I did the same and said,
"Well I just made this new close friend, Ann. I guess the Goddess does answer prayers huh? So anyways, she's 2 years younger than me and I really think she wants to be my friend. We told each other our life stories. Is that good or bad?" I asked him. Gustafa is like a really awesome Pa for me, since my real one never was. He always has answers and advice.
He stood up and walked to the colourful slower table, I followed him and we sat down. "It's pretty great you have a friend you can spill your guts to y'anno?
It's bad for the soul and mind if you keep to yourself all the time. Especially before you drift off into slumber. You get what I'm sayin' sister?" He said while making us some tea.
"Yeah, I do. Thanks Gustafa. You're always a big help." He handed me a small cup of tea. Or atleast that's what I thought it was. It tasted wonderful! Definetly NOT tea.
"No sister. That's what us hippies are made for. You feeling my good vibes man.." I think he's drifted into his little 'world' again, because he's starting to use 1960s slang on me. I sighed great. "Thanks for the uhm.. drink and.. vibes. Haa," I laughed and hugged him. He put a flower in my hair. "Well I'll catch'ya later. Bye Gustafa." I waved and stepped out of the curtain door. Well he was really a big help. I yawned and grew tired. I think he might've given me sleeping syrup in my tea. Smart move . I smiled an started for the Goddess Pond. I sleep there sometimes. I know what you're thinking. Obviously go to Jill's house and sleep since she's my sister but I like to be by myself more than normal girls.
I usually don't sleep more than 4 hours. Very unhealthy. Huh, I don't honestly care. I reached the pond and felt that sensation of being watched again. I just guessed it was the Harvest Goddess or something. I walked to the pond and stared at my reflection in the still, unmoving water. I saw a pale, ginger girl with blue eyes staring right back at me. Except I sort of looked like a girl who always wanders New York's streets. Y'anno those girls who only have showy dresses and couldn't afford to feed theirselves? Yeah well I look just like that with no shoes and a tear in my dress. C'mon! Why do I only own a flippen' dress? For darnsake! I am such a hopeless lowlife! As I stared at my relfection a tear slide down my cheek. Ma would be so disapointed in me. Some poor girl who looks like a prostitute. Always wearing makeup and wearing almost the same thing everyday and ONCE AGAIN NO STINKIN' SHOES!
I wiped my tear feeling worthless. I guess you could say I'm one of those girls who have a big talk and attitude that's real intimadating but on the inside they know their life is jacked up because they totally screwed with the wrong things in life. Like spending too much money on nothin' I don't need. More tears came now. I'm so ashamed of myself.
When I was born my Pa thought my Ma cheated on him, because I had red curly locks and blue eyes. Pa had purple eyes and brown hair. Ma had blonde curls and brown eyes. Pa left Ma and soon Jill and I left her too. I always felt like I didn't belong in the Norlens family. That's how I developed a big attitude, my style and taste.
I wiped my face, my makeup probably smeared. I didn't care. I plucked a yellow flower nearby and threw an offering into the pond.
"Dear Harvest Goddess,
If you can hear me please help me and change my life. I need to find a good path down this bad road I followed. Please Help.
Ma would be so disapointed." I cried .
Nothing happened at all. Not even a spark or glow.
I picked up a rock and threw it at the tree's leaves.
"Stupid life! UGH!" I curled into a ball and eventually stopped crying.
Although this may sound odd, but I feel someone's presence as I drift into a deep slumber.
Well alright guys . I never finish a story , a little obvious ? Wow I'm a failure ._.
Well I have a special friend who is going to push me to write more (: