8/3/17= Well now, it's been over a year since I updated. Life has been crazy since that last day listed, and I am glad to say that I am happy to let you all in on some updates. It's been a crazy year, and I now can say that I most certainly have caught the cosplay bug. I have been cosplaying as Inuyasha and Kikyo for a year now, but mainly Inuyasha. I have been concentrating on a lot of changes in my life lately, completely moving out of my hometown was one of those things. Due to the loss in the family, things have changed dramatically, and my life was turned upside down for a while. Now, since I have my own haven to go home to, I can rest, and relax, and catch up on everything; my fanfiction being one of them.

I have a story I finished part 1 of, that needs to be read by my personal beta reader before I post it. It was also written during the time of my loss, so there is a lot of heavy loss in this story, as Inuyasha's life is turned upside down, so to speak. He grapples with that loss, and learns a lot about life going on after losing someone so dear that he suffers in ways he never imagined... nor I... However, I hope to have this story up and posted on here soon. It has a lot of twists and turns, and mysteries I did some research for. I feel this story may be my best one yet.

I also will soon be concentrating on my first original story I plan to publish. I had an idea for one, years ago, but I fell out of the groove with it, as I was writing it back in 2009. Yeah, almost 10 years ago! I can't believe that story has lived in the back of my mind for that many years! Either way, once I find myself into the swing of that story, I will work on it. However, this one I started based on a dream I once had, and I wrote the prologue for it for Creative Writing class two years ago; my classmates, and teacher loved it. They suggested I finish the story, and send them copies to edit for me, which is amazing, and a worthwhile incentive to write it. Not only for them, but also because it is fairly close to my own story and soul search journey, so to speak, so it's got personal meaning for me, and I hope it will grab the souls of those who are interested in something completely different.

So, to close, I'm letting you know that there will soon be activity on here, as I am working on another fanfic called Wok & Friends. I don't have too many chapters done on it, but I assure you, no beta reader is needed. It's something to keep my page alive while I'm working on the other story. So, stay tuned! activity will be coming shortly!

5/24/16= Well, I thought I would catch everybody up on what's been going on lately, as I haven't posted anything on any of my sites for quite some time now. I have been writing, don't get me wrong. However, not like I was before. I have a new boss, and I have been handed a bunch of admin responsibilities, taking up a good portion of my days. Not only that. but as she used to be located mainly at another location, she is now mainly stationed where I am at, and I have no clue when she will suddenly walk up to my desk for a piece of candy... Yyyyeah... She doesn't seem the type of person to micro-manage, but then again, it's not necessarily wise to underestimate her reasonings. Therefore, I'm limited to writing during lunch hours. I am too afraid to write my stories on the computer, even though there didn't seem to be a problem before, but I have a temp working under me that must use my terminal, as the other one does not work. So, I risk my fiction being read before it's posted. Therefore, the story I'm working on now will have to be progressed slowly. I am so sorry, everyone, but this is a new transition for me, and I don't want to lose my job.

I am still waiting for my friend to finish reading the other fanfic I finished before I post it, as I need her input, but she's been going through something that's taking all her time, and it's frustrating, to say the least. So, please continue to be patient with my molasses pace, and you all will soon be rewarded. I will be moving again, and that will help buy me more time to write, so I will let everyone know what's happening as of then.

Thanks again for your patience, everyone!

Updates News:

New Inuyasha Fanfic in the works!!!

On Hiatus Until Further Notice!!!-I have been working on a brand new fanfic that has an interesting twist to it. This story has some new elements to it I've never looked into personal trainers, self-defense classes, or human trafficking before, but this new fic has these elements in it. I didn't plan it that way, they just appeared as I've been writing each chapter. I have done the most research for this story than any other, and it's a good way to exercise my skills in research to make it as realistic as possible. I will not reveal the name of the story as of yet, but I am feeling I may be running into a bit of mild writer's block on this one, as the research is so extensive at this point. I do plan to release this story chapter by chapter, as this one is a new kind of fic for me. You can tell I'm trying my hand at new types of fiction, and exploring new types of relationships as well. I'm not sure how close to the climax I am at this point, and there are fourteen chapters in all so far, so I'm guessing it may be lasting closer to the twenty chapter mark, which is good, seeing as my latest two fics were very fast paced. This one started out with a quick pace as well, and has since slowed down a bit, as the shit has hit the proverbial fan, so to speak. So, Just sit tight, and I should start posting on this one soon. I will keep everyone updated on the progress here in this section of the profile page ;-)

Being Watched

Status:Complete-This fanfic was a joy to write, adding the Japanese Yakuza into my world of Inuyasha fanfiction. It was interesting writing this story, and I have finished writing this one, and posted it all at once. It's great to see that it has been well received, just not reviewed, which is odd, but oh well...

Ashes and Dust/Recession Blues

Status:Complete-The title was changed to Ashes and Dust due to the revealing of the true plot line.

Street Musician

Status: Chapter 21= complete/posted. Chapter 22 in the works (And has been for years... Shifts eyes). I've decided due to the movie release of "Once" that it will remain a fan fiction. I began to work on the next chapter, however, my muse hasn't given me any visions on where to go next with this lovely story. But once I get an inkling, I will update my profile accordingly ;-)

Some editing has happened this week of one of the chapters. I am working on editing Chapters 12-21 and posting them on Eternal Destiny, in case any of my readers also read my fanfics there... There're only two approved by InuGrrrl herself.

Unaware Extensions

Well, I know that I did mention that I would do the three other stories that threaded into the Unaware story, and the idea has lived on the back burner for quite some time now. I still would like to do that in the near future. However, I have books and other projects that I aim to publish in the near future as well, and they will take precedence at this time. I will update this section regarding on when I will begin working on the Unaware Minis :-)

Also, if you're curious, I'll tell you a little bit about me.

I'm married and age 37. I've been writing stories since I was a child and I also dabble in poetry and song lyrics. I've been singing since I learned how to talk and I've been graced with seven years of voice lessons, that's where the song lyrics come into play. I write song lyrics. I am a big fan of anime, and anything pertaining to the orient. I am in the process of learning Japanese in college at this time. My favorite anime list is a long one, and it keeps growing:

Inuyasha- Always and forever
Rurouni Kenshin- Same
Slayers
Fairy Tail- Natsu is the shiznet along side Erza
Yu Yu Hakusho
Vandread
Yu-Gi-Oh!
Bastard
Noir
Spirited Away
Martian Successor Nedesico
All the Gundam Series
Boys Over Flowers
His and Her Circumstances
Fushigi Yugi
Berserk
GateKeepers
Full Metal Panic
The whole Tenchi series
Cowboy Bebop
and that's not even all!

As you can see, I like a wide variety of anime, as well as manga, and I love reading. I truly enjoy reading the fiction posted by all of you. I have my favorites of course. Stories, not writers. To me, you all are wonderful artists, and I commend you all for posting such wonderful and original ideas. Thank you for taking the time to read my loooong profile, and I hope my stories interest you. Ja ne!