#miles away

[aud-chron-images]

[i-myeoni-blogs]

The tap-tap-tap of keys takes the stage,

But oh, the joy of a letter rare.

In this new era of text messages and GIFs, it seems like fewer people take the time to craft a few heartfelt words for their loved ones; they just type away. And there's nothing wrong with that, of course. But there's something truly special about receiving a handwritten letter or note. It makes you feel valued, like you truly matter to that person.

Last August, I experienced this firsthand when I received a touching letter and note from my friends. It was filled with such care and love.

Around that time, I was taking basic Korean classes online. That's when I met Oh Suzy from Korea. We instantly hit it off—she's such a sweet person. We discovered we had a lot in common, which really strengthened our bond. One day, Suzy introduced me to her friend Mark. He's a nice guy, although we could only communicate through Suzy since he doesn't speak English.

Sometime later, Suzy mentioned wanting to send me a gift, and despite my protests, she insisted. Then, in August, a parcel arrived containing adorable little treasures—a plushie keychain named 'Sally' (coincidentally, Suzy calls me Sally too), a diary planner, and a cute hair clip. But the most treasured items were the handwritten notes—one from Suzy and another from Mark.

I was overjoyed to receive these letters, especially since Mark wrote his in Korean, thanks to Google Translate I could understand each heartfelt word. It was such a beautiful gesture, receiving my first-ever handwritten letters, and getting two at once made it even more special. I feel incredibly grateful to have such wonderful friends in my life.

[tr4nqui1tr4g3dy]

“We Share The Same Moon” - edited and compiled by @ifuckinggiveup

🎧🎵: The Moon Is Falling Down - Crywolf feat. Charity Lane

[ilar17]

Chilli Heeler - Miles Away [Madonna X Bluey]

I always wanted to make an AI Cover Song and... After some audio and video edition and drawing the artwork is finally here! :D My twitter: IlarProductions Original song:

The artwork I made for this video :)

Website use to make the AI cover: https://app.kits.ai/ Chilli AI Voice by Copynose

And last but not least, if you want to see this video on youtube, here is the link too :)

[euesworld]

"You could be a thousand miles away and I could still see your smile, you could be light-years away and I could still smell your neck, you could be leagues under the sea and I could still taste your lips, but when you are inches away I always think about the first time we had sex.."

Nights with you are A-mazing.. to the moon they say, where that's where you take me - eUë

[littlecherrywine]

- Terk edişlerin ardından yitip gidiyorsun,

Ve nedenlere tutunup kendini harap ediyorsun.

Bırak artık tüm hesaplaşmaları,

O gidenleri artık özgür bırak.

Ya sevemediler seni,

Ya da Tanrı izin vermedi.

En nihayetinde herkes gidiyor,

Senin de bir gün gideceğin gibi..

[fleetwoodmacarthistory]

Skull With Burning Cigarette by Vincent Van Gogh // “Miles Away” by Fleetwood Mac

[ozskob]

Fake Hard Candy cassette. Hope it gets reissued one day as it's selling or over $1000.00 on ebay. This is a fake inner sleeve only, no actual tape.

[singles-bar]

[karla-the-elemental-dreamer]

Terra Week 2023 - Day 7 Package

@terrakhweek

Pieces: 1. Reflection from Terra 2. Drawing of Terra, Aqua and Ventus (as per Terra’s request) 3. An encore that Terra doesn’t see coming – Song Dedication

To be acknowledged/shared: TUE 28 MAR or WED 29 MAR

Requires mod/re-share on Twitter (written pieces)?: No – published via Twitlonger

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Firstly, here is the drawing done of the reunion in KH3. I thought this scene captured the Wayfinder trio the best, and their raw emotions, especially Terra’s:

I must say, Terra Week really pushed me to improve my drawing and do things I’ve never done before.

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Here is the conversation I had with Terra for Day 7. Ideas were still a mix-up when we had this chat, so it sorta goes all over the place but works out in the end. Terra also decides to give some of his own closing statements:

START CONVERSATION

Terra: “Hey, what’s going on? I heard there’s been some trouble with me?”.

Me: “Yeah… This energy has been seemingly messing with you lately and trying to derail me from my Terra-Week work”.

Terra: “Oh! Oh.. Awe. Would you like to tell me more about it?”.

Me: “I don’t think we need to regail the Terra-Week audience with that”.

Terra: “Alright; we’ll save that for another conversation then. But you said you’re stuck right?”.

Me: “I was stuck, and have been for days; but then I jammed all these fines up my subconscious this morning, and I think it finally got the message… Again”.

Terra: “Oh; hahahahahaha!… Gotta pay per disruption. So. What did you want to pick my brain about this time?”.

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Me: “Well, firstly; two benefits to when you speak. One; it’s a suitable way of showing our connection”.

Terra: “Mmm”.

Me: “And two; we get to hear from the man himself. I think that one time you spoke about being a Wayfinder and Caretaker, they enjoyed it last year. So I figured we had to give more this year; although I didn’t anticipate so many sensitive prompts for you this time; so once again, sorry about that”.

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Terra: “It’s alright. I did I say I was gonna help you. Does this one need a hanky [handkerchief]?”.

Me: “It depends on how you answer it. Since I didn’t know what to do about ‘Hero’, I’ve decided to go with last year’s Day 7 prompt which is ‘Self-Reflection’. So I was just wondering if you could pretty much reflect on yourself”.

Terra: “I think I get where you’re coming from, but that’s a bit of a vague ask. Can I have more details?”.

Me: “If you could just simply talk about your Kingdom Hearts life, any of it. Re-tell some stories from your own perspective, or look back on some of your actions and state if you would do them the same or differently this time around”.

Terra: “Ah, alright. Well as you know yourself, I would have done a lot of things differently, especially if you remember what I said for your Day 3 thing. In terms of how I went, not only did I fail my Mark of Mastery exam, but I screwed up everything else after that. I’d rate that experience with a big fat doughnut, only I got my friends back in the end, so I guess it’s not entirely that bad”.

Me: “Connections are important to you, aren’t they?”.

Terra: “Totally. And that’s the reason I made it to the other side. Like I said; amongst all the anger, despair and trickery, Aqua and Ven served as a reminder for hope, and were my reasons to not completely give in”.

Me: “That’s where the Lingering Will came from”.

Terra: “That’s right. The entity that would keep fighting on even when my heart and body could not. And the Lingering Will also wears a cape… You said you didn’t know what to address for a hero?”.

Me: “Well; not all heroes wear capes, Terra. But I get the visual tie-in”.

Terra: “Well I’ll ask you a question then. Do you think I’m a hero?”.

Me: “In some ways I guess you are, being unbiased here of course. You did come in when Ventus was about to be exterminated by Eraqus, so you spared Ventus in that sense. And then in your comeback, as the ‘guardian’, you swooped in and broke the chains that were about to end the lives of Aqua and Ventus, as well as Sora. And then only after Sora proved himself worthy enough to you [KH2.5 Secret Boss], you sacrificed yourself when then Terranort guy wanted to blast Sora. With the ‘rule of three’ in mind, I did manage to list three things, which confirm you’re a hero, sooo… Yeah”.

Terra: “Mmhmm”.

Me: “Wait a minute… You just led me to addressing the prompt I thought I didn’t know how to address”.

Terra: “That’s me doing my job as your dream guide [one of three]. But aren’t you forgetting something big about the word ‘Hero’?”.

Me: “What do you mean?”.

Terra: “”Well, there’s someone in Olympus Coliseum that I met with. We had a match or two, although one was a bit off”.

Me: “Zack”.

Terra: “Yeah. So only if you have enough time left, you could draw me with Zack”.

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Me: “It sucks that I still can’t do custom posing though”.

Terra: “It’s alright. All your other drawings have been fantastic so far. Hey; I’ve got one request if you’re okay with it. For the last day, could you please also draw me with Aqua and Ven? I understand that it’s supposed to be ‘Terra-Week’. But it doesn’t feel right not recognising the hearts of those who led me back here”.

Me: “In the case, I’ll prioritise that one over the Zack drawing”.

Terra: “And I’ve also got another idea for Day 4”.

Me: “Okay Terra; but aren’t we doing a bit much discussing our itinerary out in the open?”.

Terra: “It’s the last day. I’m sure the Terra-Week team would be interested to see how you did your work. So I was thinking about that 2022 prompt of New Friends and Hangouts. Your household and reality are basically my new friends. So why don’t you draw yourself and I, and a bunch of those teddies doing something together? I’m sure that’ll be appropriate, and we can add some Kingdom Hearts flare to it to make it more-so. And hey, if you’re wondering what happened to me, I’m making up for when I seemed to be missing earlier in the week”.

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Me: “Hey Terra, we’ve hit three pages [in the writing book]. Would you happen to have any final comments for Terra-Week as this will be posted on Day 7?”.

Terra: “Hmm, let’s see. Well… I know Terra-Week is supposed to be all about me, but then there are people that make it happen, like you. So I want those guys to know that I’m giving you a massive shout-out. What I find fun, but also a bit confusing, is that there are other versions of me? So I guess I’d be fascinated to see how other people choose to interact with me; or if they just make pieces about me. Like I wanna see what I’m doing in all their works. I must say that despite some difficult prompts, you’ve been very kind to me, and again, I’m sorry about any trouble I put you through. Like at least in your reality, I’m not too angry; crying all the time; wanting nothing but violence *chuckles*. But like I said, each person has something special to bring to the table; and I know everyone doing this project loves me in their own way… So thank you. And if there’s another Terra-Week next year, I’ll definitely be back. To the ‘mods’ though, could you not give such painful prompts next year that I have to bite my tongue while trying to help Karla?”.

Me: “Sorry Terra; that’s a ‘no-can-do, or more than half your cannon character would be gone lol. But I’d like to make a special admission before we close. To this day, I still sometimes want to wring the life out of Aqua and/or Eraqus for their occasional insensitivity which planted seeds for my dream guide’s ‘ruin’. However, Terra is always begging for me to let it go, and sometimes I perceive an energy where he gets hurt from my rants. That’s how much he cares about everyone and has a really good heart. This person had mountains of integrity, which is why in my reality, I’m trying to show him what he can become with his highest potential and minimal obstacles or doubts”.

Terra: “Mmm. Thanks to you, and the green guys too; the tots that come after me when I’m not feeling good. I’m also blessed to have Riku as a dream guide partner; so he and I get to strengthen our bond, and no matter what happens to the others, Riku and I have been guaranteed to experience this new reality together. Oh! And I can’t leave without quickly mentioning Karla’s mom. Once she found out about me… I’m the only dream guide in the house that’s loved by more than just one person, which makes it a house I never want to leave. Her mom’s said heaps of times that she feels bad for me. Alright, I think that’ll do it for Terra-Week this year. As the star, I’ve gotta be the one to finish it”.

END CONVERSATION

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THE ENCORE THAT TERRA DOESN’T SEE COMING:

I could talk about the last minute song dedication all day lol. When you go to the YouTube link, be sure to read the description if you want the info and reasons behind it, rather me me filling up this space so much. I will reveal though, that I wrote the song 😮.

Here is the link to the surprise Day 7 piece:

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I declare this the end of Terra Week 2023 from my end. To help the mod out, you can work with the above resources if you wish to construct a comment.

THE END!

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The reason I ended TW above is because I have also written a Behind The Scenes reflection on how I felt going through the production process, and then some of the other KH ppl also added their insights.

Therefore, I am not obliging the wider audience to be bored by this. Please only go to the G. Drive link if you have time and are interested in everything I went through to deliver the show: WARNING: Heavy Reading.

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Thank you!

[thepermanentrainpress]

UNDER THE RADAR: NOVEMBER 2022

It’s been a hectic couple of months, but Under the Radar is never far from reach. Enjoy these tunes from VOX REA, Riun Garner, Miles Away and Danni Carra, Noca Project, American Lips, and NOLLE.

1) VOX REA - “Julia”

We’ve covered sisters Kate and Lauren Kurdyak since 2015, and their enchanting sensibilities haven’t waned. “Julia” (604 Records) is one for the hopeless romantics and daydreamers.

“The smell of your perfume / turns me the happy kind of blue.” They explore the nonsensical thoughts of infatuation and continuing to return to a toxic relationship. A push and pull where it’s easy to fall back into and justify old habits – the reckless highs are to “die for.” It has a silky and electric feel, subtle with a sweet aftertaste. While they’re best known for their darker noir pop, a dreamy essence isn’t new to the duo, instead taken up a melodic notch in their newest effort. To be enamoured is to be in danger, foolproof flaws at any corner. Drawn in by loyalty and fantasy, “Julia” does not err on the side of caution in its foolish play but coolly delivers in every aspect.

Written by: Chloe Hoy

2) Riun Garner - “Hasn’t Gotten Easier”

“Hasn’t Gotten Easier” was penned in a heartbreak state of mind. Its hushed, halcyon tones speak to the listener. Indie folk guitar strums and keys meet Garner’s yearning vocals – more determined with time as he attempts to fill the space between his empty hands and heart. Garner carries the weight of change with charm; attentive notes; hoping the smiles will one day come as they used to.

“It’s not like this is the first time / but it still hasn’t gotten easier.”

Riun Garner is a singer-songwriter and actor based in Vancouver. His debut EP All We Know and All We Forget was released in 2020.

Written by: Natalie Hoy

3) Miles Away and Danni Carra - “Back to Sleep”

“When the sky turns upside down / I’ll fade into you, like I always do.”

It’s very poetic, delicate in how it approaches the escapism we can feel in dreams. Producer Miles Away and vocalist Danni Carra create a soothing aesthetic, but one that excites; synths and samples breathing emotions of remorse and reprieve. Yet, there’s also a notion of being clouded in fantasy versus reality—it fits with ease and solves our problems, why wouldn’t we choose to stay?

Carra has a longing and desperation in her voice, adorned by production less bass heavy than Miles Away’s usual repertoire; wandering vibrations that are airy and reassuring in nature. Hopeful regret can lead to the most well-intentioned dreams and false security, chased down with purpose in “Back to Sleep.”

Written by: Chloe Hoy

4) Noca Project - “Here Before”

Noca Project is the creative endeavor of Japanese singer-songwriter Norika Yue, alongside Jeff Oman (drums) and Malcolm Strasdin (bass). “Here Before” is a melancholy and textured effort akin to the (sandwich) filling of their 3-track EP, Silent Tragedies. It muses on the end of a relationship – coming to terms with what you already know: “All the sounds are dying down in waiting / I wished I loved you hard enough to say it.” This emotional vulnerability diffuses into its shoegaze instrumentals. In poetic control despite the somber subject matter, "Here Before” is a song I wouldn’t mind getting lost in live.

Written by: Natalie Hoy

5) American Lips - “Labor of Hate”

Los Angeles/Montreal-based trio American Lips have released a new maxi-single, including “Labor of Hate.” The song paints a bitter atmosphere: standing on a beach, reflecting on your mundane job and “blaming your predicament on the neighborhood punk rocker who made fun of you for loving Tom Jones' cover of "Kiss" when you were 9 years old.” Oddly specific but rhythmically catchy. American Lips features Adrian Popovich (Tricky Woo) on vocals/guitar, Jessica Bruzzese on bass/vocals, and Sebastien Grainger (Death From Above 1979) on drums. Brassy horn samples add vibrance to the song’s dystopian feel. Their sound is explicit and engaging, with no signs of wiping out.

Waste of Crime is out now on Ancient Fashion Records.

Written by: Natalie Hoy

6) NOLLE - “tuesdays”

"Tuesdays” is a trip into the dark side of the music industry and a cryptic reference to the infamous ‘27 Club.’ Inspired by the “insecurities and societal expectations” faced, NOLLE (Nicole Hylton) has a raw and unnerving spark as she muses about fame and its toll. We want going at a dream as an independent artist to be glamorous – hard work, dedication, music that speaks to our soul making it to the big stage, but it can be the opposite, a proverbial nightmare (“You only become unusually famous / from your grave therefrom”).  

It’s elaborate and torments the mind. The distressing tone flows throughout; distorted vocals, electric guitar and drums that feel both combative and desperate. Her voice, a gritty drawl that I loved, exploring the detachment in a matter and goal so personal to her. A clandestine message to others, “Tuesdays” documents power and vicious cycles, standing by a style true to herself. 

Written by: Chloe Hoy

[latenightpillowtalk]

“Even when you are a thousand miles away from me, just thoughts of you make me happy.”       

@blossombutterflyandpixiedust

[raurquiz]

#otd @madonna #madonna #hardcandy #specialedition #candyshop #4minutes ft @jtimberlake @Timbaland #giveit2me #heartbeat #milesaway #shesnotme #incredible #beatsgoeson #dance2night #spanishlesson #devilewouldntrecognizeyou #voices #cd #vinilo #vinyl @warnermusic @soundstoryuk

[viraldragonrider]

I'm surrounded by people but still lonely...

I'm an introvert whose closest friends are my family and even then I don't tell them everything. And they love 100miles away 😞

Sometimes it just hits extra hard...maybe at work when it's the wrong colleagues in or when I have a day off but not the time to visit my family 😞

[littlecherrywine]

You couldn't find time to love me from hurting me.

[notesofseptember]

And all the love you're giving me here

Is the reason I feel like somebody now