The following journal entry takes place between the episodes "Within the Woods" and "A Foot Too Big". All rights of Ninja Turtles go to their respective owners.
April O'Neil: Journal of our Journey
After over three months of peaceful and yet melancholy quiet, we finally got back on our feet. Too bad it took a lot of chaos and insanity to accomplish it. It has taken nearly two days for me to put these events that occured from mind to paper, and even now as I write, my hand shakes of fear from what we encountered. But we as a team pulled through and are moving on.
Our journey continues...
Leonardo - Back by our Side
Leo has barely been up and around for a day now. He's still badly hurt, his voice has changed and it's almost cringing to know your friend will more than likely never sound the same again thanks to the hands of your enemies.
They will pay for what they did to you Leo...
But even in the time he has awoken, he's already come to all our aids. Barely able to walk...and he helped us stop this hidious mutant made from the ground. I can't imagine anyone being any more brave and heroic. He's out training with Raphael as I write this. Getting stronger with each passing day. And becoming a better leader and brother every day also.
We still have a long way to go, but with Leo now back by our side, I know we'll take back New York City soon. :)
Raphael - Back to Full Strength
Speaking of being up and around, Raphael has finally gotten his strength back to train in full again after what happened two nights ago. Just like when Raph helped Leo to shake the rust off his injuries, Leo now returns the gesture. I don't know what happened to Raph at the hands of that creep, but I'm glad he's alright now. We were all literally scared for him. Casey spent all day yesterday talking to Raph, all of which involved none of their usual banter; that's when you know Casey is shaken.
But Raph insists that we forget all about what happened. Trust me Raph, I'm trying.
Hopefully we won't have to deal with anymore mind racing events like that...but knowing our lives...something will probably happen again tomorrow. :\
Michelangelo - "Blessing"
Mikey is in the living room watching his new cartoon show right now. I'm just glad he's okay. Raphael's condition really messed with him that first day, but he's fine now and it's a good sight to see.
Michelangelo is so unique. There are times when you think what he does would be beyond annoying, but it turns out to be a blessing, especially on those days where you wish you were just left alone. But since we've been here, Mikey has made giggle and laugh on days I didn't think I could even crack a smile. He's so pure of heart, it's hard to be upset with him...well maybe not for a long time I mean. :)
Sometimes deep down, Mikey makes me wonder if the name "Michelangelo" is Italian for "blessing", because you are indeed that Mikey.
You are indeed. ;)
Donatello - "King Midus"
Just when I thought Donatello couldn't be anymore amazing, he one-ups himself. Again. He saved Raphael from whatever infected him at the hands of that monster. Donnie spent over four hours non-stop to save him, and he did. Then he spent another two or so studying the creep who's contents remained in a glass jar.
It seemed impossible what he was able to do...but there is no such thing as "impossible". Not when Donnie's here.
The rest of us went sleep when we knew Raph was cured and going to be alright, Donnie didn't sleep though. He wanted to make sure this never happened again. So who knows how long he stayed awake. Probably pulled an all nighter, just like he would back in the lair...I miss the lair so much.
Donnie hasn't been out of the barn since this occurred two nights ago. I wonder what he's doing in there? He's probably sleeping now, all of that I'm sure took so much out of him.
He must be totally exhausted, but I don't think any of us would have it any other way. I swear I should just start calling Donatello "King Midus". Everything he puts his hands on turns to gold, there's no problem he can't fix.
Too bad he probably can't fix how I feel about him...
Casey - Family Relics
As I mentioned before, Casey spent all day yesterday hanging out with Raph, who was mostly still bed-ridden. Mikey had to do all of Casey's chores for him, but Mikey to our amazement actually doesn't mind all the work. Casey's been really bummed about that night. Both of Casey's hockey sticks were destroyed during our fight. Now that might not seem important in the grand scheme to many people, but when to take into account that those sticks were originally his dad's who passed them down to him...then you can understand why they meant so much to him.
Plus the fact that those sticks were the only things he currently had left to remember his dad with. Now are both gone...he hopes his dad and sister are alright. So do I. I hope everyone in NYC is okay.
When Donatello comes out of the barn, I plan to ask him if he can find a way to hand make some new hockey sticks for Casey, even if Casey doesn't accept them simply for they wouldn't be the same. But I know Donnie would do it if I ask him. Why would I put it like that? I know Donnie would do it anyway, even if Casey asked him, plus I know it would help Donnie and Casey bond a lot more, being their mutual feelings are a little...sour I'll put it. :(
April - The Thing that Bugs Me
It's good to see everyone is able to fight for each other and we're a complete team again. Now we can really begin to get back to the matter at hand. Leo, Raph, and Mikey are ready to fire under all cylinders, myself also. It's ironically enough my two closest friends Donnie & Casey I'm worried about. I hate to keep bringing this up, but it does bother me.
The thing that bugs me is Donnie does want to be Casey's friend, and vice versa, and when it doesn't have anything to do with me, they get along great. They're always having fun and messing with each other. It's when they start showing off in front me that their friendship goes south.
I've tried telling them to act right, but they don't seem to listen or take it seriously enough. So I'm done telling them to behave like they're two children. They're grown boys, they need to figure it out themselves. If they're going to keep acting like a bunch of arrogant show-offs around me, I'm just going to ignore them. Maybe that will help them get the message.
Casey - I want you to realize that everyone around you right now is your friend, and to stop trying to push the issue on those friendships that you may not be able to get back if you screw them up.
Donnie - I want you to just be yourself. Don't think you need to act like Jones, that's the one thing that sets you apart from him. Don't do what others want you to do, don't say what others want you to say. Be yourself...
Until then, Donnie just get your head out of your shell, and Casey get your head out of your butt. Please?
...Hang in their guys...I'll make a decision soon. :)
Until next time, thanks for reading! :)
