Featured Blog Posts - Cullens Online2024-03-29T10:17:49Zhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?promoted=1&xn_auth=noUncertain Timestag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-09-09:3404507:BlogPost:12460652020-09-09T13:55:54.000ZChelsea Volturihttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/ChelseaVolturi
<p>With the change of seasons fast approaching from summer to the colder season. I like to view the beautiful colors of not only the flowers in the gardens but of the leaves on the trees as well. The colder season has always been more enjoyable for me. With my passion for art, the colorful landscapes are a beauty to behold. I have attempted in the past to capture the beauty with my many paintings and drawings, it just doesn't do it justice. Lately however I have had to put a hold on my passion,…</p>
<p>With the change of seasons fast approaching from summer to the colder season. I like to view the beautiful colors of not only the flowers in the gardens but of the leaves on the trees as well. The colder season has always been more enjoyable for me. With my passion for art, the colorful landscapes are a beauty to behold. I have attempted in the past to capture the beauty with my many paintings and drawings, it just doesn't do it justice. Lately however I have had to put a hold on my passion, with the current state of things here it has been most difficult to find time to finish a sketch I had started before the arrival of the guests. In time I am confident that things will return to normal and I will be able to finish my current works.</p>Alice's Style File: Fashionably Safe.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-09-19:3404507:BlogPost:12462772020-09-19T22:03:14.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>I am simply having the most fun matching the fabric from my face masks to my ensemble. Whether you are matching the fabrics exactly or just having the hues play off one another, you know I am obsessed with any new accessory I can work with! </p>
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<p>See some of my favorite matches: …</p>
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<p>I am simply having the most fun matching the fabric from my face masks to my ensemble. Whether you are matching the fabrics exactly or just having the hues play off one another, you know I am obsessed with any new accessory I can work with! </p>
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<p>See some of my favorite matches: </p>
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<p>xoxo</p>Turning.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-10-21:3404507:BlogPost:12566262020-10-21T01:18:11.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>I look out the window of my suite in Volterra. A group of Volturi, cloaked in capes gliding down below me. Moving through their lives so seamlessly, while I, here feel as though I am stuck. </p>
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<p>Turning my glance from the scene outside to my reflection in the window glass. My hand raises to my neck where my Cullen crest sits. It has been there for as long as I can remember and even before that, I had visioned and dreamed of the day that I could belong and feel this very crest…</p>
<p>I look out the window of my suite in Volterra. A group of Volturi, cloaked in capes gliding down below me. Moving through their lives so seamlessly, while I, here feel as though I am stuck. </p>
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<p>Turning my glance from the scene outside to my reflection in the window glass. My hand raises to my neck where my Cullen crest sits. It has been there for as long as I can remember and even before that, I had visioned and dreamed of the day that I could belong and feel this very crest against my skin. I still remember the day that Carlisle presented the necklace to me. I knew it was coming, I of course had seen it in premonition over and over and yet, here, in real life, there was nothing in this world like it. </p>
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<p>The Cullens were mine and I was theirs. </p>
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<p>So why is it that when I glance at the small Volturi pin that now adorns my sweater, gifted from Renata, do I feel drawn to it? </p>
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<p>Is it possible that I really feel this strong pull to turn from the family I had known for so long to now join this new family that stand for everything the Cullens work so hard to counter? How can this be? My logic says that the Cullens are my home, my family. Reason tells me that I love Jasper, my hear and very soul belong to him. </p>
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<p>Are the Volturi using tricks and gifts to sway me or is this really the new path that I am destined to desire?</p>
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<p>A reminder that each step we take, each decision we make truly designs our truest fate. </p>
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<p>Looking into the mirror, my new reflection gazing back at me with eyes of bright ruby red.</p>
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<p>It had spent the majority of my life with golden eyes that were warm and welcoming, always seeing my place with the Cullens and our pact to protect human life from our thirst. I had never questioned this way of life, it felt almost natural for me.</p>
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<p>I remember the effort of guiding Jasper through this new way of life and watching his conflict between his biological…</p>
<p>Looking into the mirror, my new reflection gazing back at me with eyes of bright ruby red.</p>
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<p>It had spent the majority of my life with golden eyes that were warm and welcoming, always seeing my place with the Cullens and our pact to protect human life from our thirst. I had never questioned this way of life, it felt almost natural for me.</p>
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<p>I remember the effort of guiding Jasper through this new way of life and watching his conflict between his biological instincts to hunt versus his respect for human life. It was a constant struggle for him and he managed to overcome most of his confliction because he knew who he wanted to be for himself and for our family.</p>
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<p>Now, looking into the mirror through my electric red eyes, I am finding that I am challenged as he has been in the past. Looking from the mirror to the cape I am adorned in, each passing day finding a deeper connection with the Volturi. Ever since Chelsea and Renata began to spend time with me, my bond, to no control of my own seems to be strengthening and the ties to my family, weakening.</p>
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<p>I find myself desperate to fit in with the Volturi, desperate to spend every moment with them.</p>
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<p>I can tell that Jasper is concerned; I feel a sense of guilt and obligation of course, especially now that the tables have turned and my eyes show my true intentions now that I can no longer hide.</p>
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<p>My visions flash before me, seeing what will happen next for my path but there is nothing concrete. I don’t believe I am ready to fully make a decision.</p>
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<p>Am I ready to leave behind the life I have created for myself in search for a life that I have always been against? Do I lean into this powerful bond that draws me in to the Volturi or do I fight it and try to recreate a bond that feels so distant to Jasper and my family?</p>
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<p>Looking back at my reflection, taking in how different I look and feel. Perhaps fate will bring me to where I am meant to be, who I am meant to be rather than controlling it as I always have.</p>
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<p>What will become of me?</p>Distractions.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-08-28:3404507:BlogPost:12458122020-08-28T20:52:18.000ZEdward Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/EdwardCullen115
<p>50 across: Perus Capitol. </p>
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<p>My unused pen tapped anxiously against the heavy mahogany desk, the white sheets of paper in front of me nearly blank. Taking the cap off the pen felt like cheating in a way, eluding to the next answer before the question had even been presented. In all honestly, the exercise was more for my sanity than enjoyment.</p>
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<p>So many thoughts in one place. Voices bounced off the inside of my skull in a myriad that caused a kind of headache; a…</p>
<p>50 across: Perus Capitol. </p>
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<p>My unused pen tapped anxiously against the heavy mahogany desk, the white sheets of paper in front of me nearly blank. Taking the cap off the pen felt like cheating in a way, eluding to the next answer before the question had even been presented. In all honestly, the exercise was more for my sanity than enjoyment.</p>
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<p>So many thoughts in one place. Voices bounced off the inside of my skull in a myriad that caused a kind of headache; a numb throb that forced my brows to pinch in frustration. I was long use to hearing others, to the point I could almost ignore them entirely but this was an entirely different form of torture. </p>
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<p>So many thoughts of human blood, malice, gloating, pride. My teeth clenched together in a way that sounded like boulders colliding at impossible speeds. It didn't help that they intentionally, and quite often, thought of things aimed specifically at me. They designed thoughts curated entirely to infuriate me, push me to an edge. I had almost wished that was the worst of it. </p>
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<p>My family's thoughts hurt the most. Anxiety, fear, helplessness, defeat. Those closest to me suffered and I was unable to bring any ease. It added to my own worst fears, my own sense of loss. </p>
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<p>Castillo. </p>
<p>These puzzles were much easier to solve than my own. My jaw tightened further and before I could stop myself, the pen smashed against the stone wall across the room, small plastic shards returning to smack me in the face. Bella should have gone with her. I knew, of course, I didn't entirely mean this. Bella was also a very rare gift, a shield that is immune to all others, offensive or defensive. Of course, this only applied to those gifts that worked on the mind but as it was, most of our kind only found gifts in the form of mental illusion. I wanted to keep her away, to keep her safe, but Alice. </p>
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<p>My face found my hands at the thought. Alice. My mind raced, pain searing through my petrified veins. I still couldn't wrap my head around it. Out of all of us, how Alice? didn't she see this coming? Could she not have found a way out of this? It seemed like giving up, for her to have found herself in this predicament. She had to have known. </p>
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<p>Before I could drive myself into an uncontrollable rage I stood, my feet carrying me out the door before the last splatters of ink could even touch the floor. </p>
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<p></p>How is she 6 Years Old?tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-08-03:3404507:BlogPost:12453702020-08-03T00:21:11.000ZWilliam Ephraim Blackhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/WilliamEphraimBlack
<p>Aerie is 6.</p>
<p>Those words are both terrifying and miraculous at the same time.</p>
<p>Aerie is SIX years old. SIX. She is a true testament of love, devotion and absolute chaos. She goes from zero to 60 in a flash. She is fast, furious, funny and feral. She loves mud, princesses, pirates, sticks, bugs, dresses, dirt, hair bows, shorts, flowers, motorcycles (damn it, Jake!) and rain.</p>
<p>She is everything you can imagine all balled up into a tiny frame with an angelic face. She is all…</p>
<p>Aerie is 6.</p>
<p>Those words are both terrifying and miraculous at the same time.</p>
<p>Aerie is SIX years old. SIX. She is a true testament of love, devotion and absolute chaos. She goes from zero to 60 in a flash. She is fast, furious, funny and feral. She loves mud, princesses, pirates, sticks, bugs, dresses, dirt, hair bows, shorts, flowers, motorcycles (damn it, Jake!) and rain.</p>
<p>She is everything you can imagine all balled up into a tiny frame with an angelic face. She is all Tiffany's stubbornness and Jake's temper. She is Embry's wit , Becca's creativity, and Rachel's sharp tongue. Six years old. She loves cake, her cousins, her aunts and uncles, her siblings and "her" people. She's in Claire's K-3 Quileute language class and has superb pronunciation. She can cook a mean scrambled egg "all by myself!" and already has cross stitched the alphabet, "Just like Gramma Black did when she was 5". She is fire and she is ice. If she is angry at you, there will be a grudge holding period that will last until SHE decides you've been punished enough. If she loves you, you know it. If she doesn't, she sure isn't afraid to make it known. One minute she's climbing a tree, the next minute she's dressed like Princess Jasmine. <br/><br/>For this birthday she wanted a cake with a motorcycle on top. Embry made it so. She was elated! Embry can bake a mean cake and Aerie knows it. She has her entire family wrapped around her little finger and she knows how to keep them all exactly where she wants them. </p>
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<p>She is my gift, my last child and the final piece of the heart that beats in my chest.</p>
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<p></p>Diary Entry 5-27-2020 Musings on Aerietag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-05-28:3404507:BlogPost:12441452020-05-28T02:24:10.000ZTiffany Call-Blackhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/TiffanyCelesteCall
<p>My little girl will be turning six years old in just a few short months. How can this be? It was only yesterday I rocked her in the old chair on the porch as the quiet snows fell. The blink of an eye since her first steps to Billy, a breath since her first word. (Woof meaning wolf for her beloved brother Embry.) She took off like a flash and is now a confident, strong, brave little girl.</p>
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<p>She is the mini female version of her Daddy. She has no fear and almost as much sense,…</p>
<p>My little girl will be turning six years old in just a few short months. How can this be? It was only yesterday I rocked her in the old chair on the porch as the quiet snows fell. The blink of an eye since her first steps to Billy, a breath since her first word. (Woof meaning wolf for her beloved brother Embry.) She took off like a flash and is now a confident, strong, brave little girl.</p>
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<p>She is the mini female version of her Daddy. She has no fear and almost as much sense, leaping into adventures, not thinking of the outcome. Mud puddles are never deep enough, rain is never wet enough, and her energy comes from some unknown source, that, if I could bottle it, would pay for her college. She yells and runs and plays as hard as any boy.</p>
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<p>But then…then there are the times she watches me as I cook, or clean or dress up for date night with Billy, and she seems enthralled. I’ll bring her close and spend those precious moments with her, answering her questions as best I can, sharing with her what I know. Time’s up and she is out and running again.</p>
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<p>She is too young to bear the weight of today’s world on her shoulders. She has a long way to go before society tries to put her in a mold. I want her to do everything she wants to do without labels and limits, so that when the time comes she will know she can! I want her to set her own boundaries, define what she will be. If she wants to play goalie while wearing her princess dress, run in the snow barefoot with a storm trooper helmet on or climb a tree to share her apple pie with a raccoon, I’m in for it.</p>
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<p>Aerie was my gift, my unexpected. And I want her to be her own exceptional self in every way. She is a kaleidoscope, fracturing out the colors of Billy and me, reshaping them, mixing them, sharing them. It is exciting to see her think and grow each and every day and in multiple ways.</p>Italy, Summer 2020tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-08-02:3404507:BlogPost:12454082020-08-02T22:41:31.000ZCarlisle Cullen MDhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/CarlisleCullenMD
<p>The summer days bleed into nights and pass with such ease and care. I find myself sitting and reminiscing about days gone by. Jane and Alec, Renata, Heidi, Felix and Demetri... we were all quite good friends at one time. Some of my fondest memories are of that time, carefree days and nights, parlor games, hide and seek, tag, cricket and a game that is, today, called, Capture the Flag or Man Hunt. Sometimes our games stretched into week long escapades of endless laughter and fun. To feel that…</p>
<p>The summer days bleed into nights and pass with such ease and care. I find myself sitting and reminiscing about days gone by. Jane and Alec, Renata, Heidi, Felix and Demetri... we were all quite good friends at one time. Some of my fondest memories are of that time, carefree days and nights, parlor games, hide and seek, tag, cricket and a game that is, today, called, Capture the Flag or Man Hunt. Sometimes our games stretched into week long escapades of endless laughter and fun. To feel that again would be bliss. I look back on those times as somewhat of a childhood though in reality, all of us were already at least a century old. As I near my 400th year of existence (recently celebrated 380 years) I realise how much time really means. I respect it, fear it and love it all at the same time. I see how precious it is and I don't take a single moment for granted. We are considered immortal yet that is merely a parlor trick. We are no more immortal than any other being, we are simply difficult to kill. Every moment spent here in this castle reminds me of that. </p>
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<p>Alice and Jasper are spending the evening outside in Aro's Lily garden. Alice has expressed an interest in having such a garden and Renata is seeing to it that her desires are met while she is here. They are trying their best to lull her into a sense of belonging and I know that Chelsea has been hard at work doing as Aro instructs. In a way I can't blame him for trying as he does. He is the patriarch of his family, the same as I am of mine. His intentions are not malicious. His intentions are to create and protect the family he has worked so hard to create and grow. Adding Alice to his family would greatly benefit them all. His intentions, as they have always been, are to entice them to come willingly. He wants no bad blood, no reason for regret. He simply does not see that Alice's heart and desires lay with the Cullen family. No matter how hard he tries, what he offers, how he tempts... she will always find her way back to us and of that I am one hundred percent confident.</p>
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<p>So while we spend the Summer here, at Alice's request, we learn, we grow and our family bonds strengthen. Aro's plans will never pan out as he wishes and a part of me believes he already knows this. I suppose we shall see over the next few weeks how things go. For now, Esme and I will enjoy the refreshing evenings of the Volterra countryside as the rest of the family learns and grows from this experience.</p>Uneasiness in LaPushtag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-05-17:3404507:BlogPost:12427792020-05-17T23:21:38.000ZClaire Younghttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/ClaireYoung418
<p>I can feel the uneasiness in LaPush since the Cullens went on their trip. Quil hasn't been around much due to his having to be on patrol a lot more. Same with everyone else too. As if the quarantine isn't enough stress as it is. It sucks. I had to have my 16th birthday with only my mom and sister and Quil. I mean it was nice and everything and I got to talk to Aunt Emily and Uncle Sam and everyone on the phone but it just wasn't the Sweet 16 birthday I had expected. I know that no one was…</p>
<p>I can feel the uneasiness in LaPush since the Cullens went on their trip. Quil hasn't been around much due to his having to be on patrol a lot more. Same with everyone else too. As if the quarantine isn't enough stress as it is. It sucks. I had to have my 16th birthday with only my mom and sister and Quil. I mean it was nice and everything and I got to talk to Aunt Emily and Uncle Sam and everyone on the phone but it just wasn't the Sweet 16 birthday I had expected. I know that no one was expecting this and it's not anyone's fault or anything. It's just a scary time in the world. I feel bad for my sister too. She had to finish her semester online and that wasn't easy with her biology class at all. She didn't finish the semester with all As this time and that really set her mood to bad. She's been grumpy for a couple weeks now. I hope, for everyone's sake, that this ends soon so we can all get back to our regular lives soon. I don't want to have to kill my grumpy sister but if this keeps up, I can't make any promises!</p>
<p>There's only so much Netflix I can watch. I just finished season 3 of Riverdale . I already watched all of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, All of ANGEL, All of Supernatural, All of Vampire Diaries, All of Grey's Anatomy, All of Gilmore Girls and everything in between. I am so bored. Yeah, I'm lucky I love on the rez. I have the beach here but it's still way too cold and windy for that. I have some of the best hiking trails in all of Washington State, I know. We can go camping and fishing and hiking and all that. I know, I know. It's not that. It's the feeling of being restricted that is eating away at me. I can't go off the rez, I can't even just go over to Aunt Emily and Uncle Sam's to see Shay and the kids. I can't go hang out in town or even go shopping with Alice. I miss that. I am a free-spirit, I guess. The restrictions are making me crazy!!</p>
<p>Quil just got back from patrol and has news from the Cullens. They are in Italy for a few weeks and said to say Hello and tell us all they will be back as soon as possible.</p>
<p></p>Activity in the Castle, once again...tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-05-17:3404507:BlogPost:12430232020-05-17T20:58:07.000ZMarcushttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/Marcus
<p>Aro said it was nice to have activity, once again, here in the castle but I must say, I disagree. The noise is unbearable. <br/>I heard it stated that I was like, "The old man who stands and yells, "Get off my lawn!" </p>
<p>Aro said it was nice to have activity, once again, here in the castle but I must say, I disagree. The noise is unbearable. <br/>I heard it stated that I was like, "The old man who stands and yells, "Get off my lawn!" </p>To Volterra.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-05-16:3404507:BlogPost:12425792020-05-16T17:40:12.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>The choice my family and I make to live our immortal lifestyle the way we do, having compassion for human life, has always and will always put us at risk. </p>
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<p>We challenge the very nature of being an immortal and therefore we challenge the power of The Volturi. They look at our family as radicals, as a threat to revolutionize how vampires can coexist in a world predominantly designed for humans. </p>
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<p>We know this, we understand the repercussions of our choice in…</p>
<p>The choice my family and I make to live our immortal lifestyle the way we do, having compassion for human life, has always and will always put us at risk. </p>
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<p>We challenge the very nature of being an immortal and therefore we challenge the power of The Volturi. They look at our family as radicals, as a threat to revolutionize how vampires can coexist in a world predominantly designed for humans. </p>
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<p>We know this, we understand the repercussions of our choice in lifestyle so it is of no shock to us when periodically The Volturi cause a threat to not only us but all we love and protect. That being said, while not surprising, it still shakes us to the core when we have the realization that perhaps this is the time when our luck runs out. </p>
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<p>I feverishly keep my eyes to the future, looking for any clue or advantage to give my family. The Volturi are not fools though. They know that my eyes are on every decision they make and use that to make faux decisions in attempt to throw me off, sometimes giving me just enough information to strategize the faux plan before they change their plans last minute. </p>
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<p>This trip, Aro has ensured that I know the main purpose of his calling me to Volterra. He is serious about having me leave the Cullens and join his beloved guard. He will stop at nothing and is growing impatient as we have held him off over the century. </p>
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<p>I have told Jasper of Aro's plans, of what I know at the very least. I always know that Jasper, while worried can handle the stressful information and support me in planning with what we know. As for the rest of my family, I do not want to worry them any more than they already are and this helps me to control the environment with Jasper to the best we can while we are in Volterra. </p>
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<p>My family and I leave for Volterra and with every second, with every mile that we get closer the heaviness of the security of our family weighs heavier on our shoulders and hearts. </p>
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<p>We have succeeded against The Vulturi over the years and we stood together in confidence. I hope that this is another confrontation that we can add to the list of victories and this will not be the moment that we fail and that our family changes forever for the worst. </p>Alice's Style File: Stormy Weather Must Havestag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-03-02:3404507:BlogPost:12324202019-03-02T23:45:55.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>In Forks, we are always prepared for a rain storm. This time of year however, so many of our friends and family around the world experience a higher volume of rain than usual. </p>
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<p>Here are some must have items to keep you looking sharp and dry in the rainy seasons. </p>
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<p>Love, </p>
<p>Alice…</p>
<p>In Forks, we are always prepared for a rain storm. This time of year however, so many of our friends and family around the world experience a higher volume of rain than usual. </p>
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<p>Here are some must have items to keep you looking sharp and dry in the rainy seasons. </p>
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<p>Love, </p>
<p>Alice xoxo</p>Perspective.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-04-24:3404507:BlogPost:12344662019-04-24T23:24:47.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>I sit here, looking out from our back porch noticing the simplest things. </p>
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<p>The sound of the breeze passing by, birds chirping, leaves rustling..life is made up of all of these small and simple moments that all add up to the overall big picture that is life. </p>
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<p>Sometimes it is easy to get caught up in minor things in our daily lives that hinder us from truly moving forward and enjoying all that our lives have to offer. There is literal beauty surrounding us, even…</p>
<p>I sit here, looking out from our back porch noticing the simplest things. </p>
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<p>The sound of the breeze passing by, birds chirping, leaves rustling..life is made up of all of these small and simple moments that all add up to the overall big picture that is life. </p>
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<p>Sometimes it is easy to get caught up in minor things in our daily lives that hinder us from truly moving forward and enjoying all that our lives have to offer. There is literal beauty surrounding us, even in the hardest of times. </p>
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<p>So take this moment. Be silent, be still. Look around you and find three beautiful things that bring you joy. Take those things and truly live in them. Honor them, respect them..gain perspective. </p>
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<p>Let those small things support you and give you happiness, adding up to a truly beautiful and big world. </p>
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<p>Alice xoxo</p>Alice's Style File: Basic & Timeless Summer Fashion.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-05-21:3404507:BlogPost:12372572019-05-21T20:40:17.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p><span>I have been a fan of</span> <span> basic and timeless pieces for a while. The current spring/summer collection is beautiful: I love the dusty pink and brown tones! A s</span><span>tyle that is a cross between Scandinavian simplicity and French chic, resulting in basic elegant and casual fashion. Here are a few of my favorites. …</span></p>
<p><span><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649848176?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649848176?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a></span></p>
<p><span>I have been a fan of</span> <span> basic and timeless pieces for a while. The current spring/summer collection is beautiful: I love the dusty pink and brown tones! A s</span><span>tyle that is a cross between Scandinavian simplicity and French chic, resulting in basic elegant and casual fashion. Here are a few of my favorites. </span></p>
<p><span><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649848176?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649848176?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></span></p>
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<p><span><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649847814?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649847814?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></span></p>
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<p><span><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649846415?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2649846415?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></span></p>Fun.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-06-08:3404507:BlogPost:12381152019-06-08T19:53:45.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>If there is anything that defines me, besides an incredible eye for fashion of course..is fun. Even in the darkest of times, I try to find the fun in everything. </p>
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<p>If you are having fun in everything you do, it becomes contagious to everyone around you..especially if there is an empath like Jasper around you! </p>
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<p>So, take your day today..what is it like? Is it naturally fun or does the fun seem a little more hidden and harder to reach? If the fun in your day is…</p>
<p>If there is anything that defines me, besides an incredible eye for fashion of course..is fun. Even in the darkest of times, I try to find the fun in everything. </p>
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<p>If you are having fun in everything you do, it becomes contagious to everyone around you..especially if there is an empath like Jasper around you! </p>
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<p>So, take your day today..what is it like? Is it naturally fun or does the fun seem a little more hidden and harder to reach? If the fun in your day is natural, really take advantage of that and amplify it so that you make today as amazing as it can possibly be. If the fun in your day is a little more hidden and harder to reach, take a step back and observe a small thing that makes that moment special. Really focus on that moment and soon, you will find that that moment begins to feel larger and can grow into gratitude and a feeling of joy. </p>
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<p>Every single day that we are gifted, whether we easily recognize it or not, is filled with joy and fun. Live that joy, Live that fun. </p>
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<p>Love, </p>
<p>Alice xoxo </p>Branching Out.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-08-10:3404507:BlogPost:12386362019-08-10T19:58:20.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>Looking in the mirror, I notice the smooth contours of my skin. Virtually no signs of aging appearing. Time is moving on and yet, it does not show. </p>
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<p>There is something to be said about maturing, growing and learning new things as a mature woman while still looking outwardly as though you have so much to learn and experience. As the people you interact with offer words of wisdom and advice to help you navigate this adult world. Little do they know that I could offer lifetimes…</p>
<p>Looking in the mirror, I notice the smooth contours of my skin. Virtually no signs of aging appearing. Time is moving on and yet, it does not show. </p>
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<p>There is something to be said about maturing, growing and learning new things as a mature woman while still looking outwardly as though you have so much to learn and experience. As the people you interact with offer words of wisdom and advice to help you navigate this adult world. Little do they know that I could offer lifetimes of valuable advice and wisdom to even the oldest of people. </p>
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<p>Time is beginning to limit itself here, I know that there isn’t much time left for my family and I to remain in Forks without causing scrutiny for the lack of aging we are doing. Good genetics comments will only take us so far. </p>
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<p>So before we branch out, I take in my life here in Forks. The comfort of our home, friends and family..watching the once teenagers from Forks High growing their careers and families. Out of all of the lives our family has lived, this being the most special to us. I am truly grateful and will take every passing moment we have here left as a gift. </p>
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<p>Love,</p>
<p>Alice xoxo </p>Lost & Found.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-11-30:3404507:BlogPost:12401982019-11-30T21:50:22.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>I look around as my family gathers in the living room. The sounds of laughter, the feeling of warmth and a comfort that fills every corner of our home and fills my heart completely. </p>
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<p>Though moments like these feel secure and eternal, I still remember my time before Jasper, before the Cullens. A time where I only had myself to rely on. I can remember a time when I felt like it was me against the world and though I had vision that someday Jasper and I would unite and find the…</p>
<p>I look around as my family gathers in the living room. The sounds of laughter, the feeling of warmth and a comfort that fills every corner of our home and fills my heart completely. </p>
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<p>Though moments like these feel secure and eternal, I still remember my time before Jasper, before the Cullens. A time where I only had myself to rely on. I can remember a time when I felt like it was me against the world and though I had vision that someday Jasper and I would unite and find the Cullens, it felt like forever waiting for that day to come. </p>
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<p>I would observe lovers and families spending time together. It looked so seamless for them, so second nature just to just exist in this warm cocoon together. </p>
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<p>I wanted that more than anything in this entire world. As days turned in to nights, I would look towards my future with hope and determination. Somedays, I felt so much pain that I didn't know how I would be able to go on. </p>
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<p>I would let myself feel that pain and use it to keep driving forward. </p>
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<p>Now, I look back to that time and it makes me feel even that much more grateful for all of the love in my life that fills me and surrounds me. </p>
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<p>If you ever feel alone, that you are lost and can't go on. You are not lost. You must believe in your future. You will be found. </p>Alice's Style File: Holiday Gift Guide 2019tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-12-18:3404507:BlogPost:12402102019-12-18T21:08:36.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3776385835?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3776385835?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3776385835?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3776385835?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>2020 Vision.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-01-04:3404507:BlogPost:12403202020-01-04T21:59:25.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>As we bid adieu to 2019 and usher in 2020 we are given a chance to honor our past, live in our present and anticipate our future. </p>
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<p>When I look back on 2019, I am grateful for Jasper, my Family and my Friends. We have surrounded one another with love and support. </p>
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<p>Living in the present is always a struggle for everyone..we tend to get stuck in our past or focus entirely on hoping for the future. As we are stuck in the past and dreaming of the future, we neglect…</p>
<p>As we bid adieu to 2019 and usher in 2020 we are given a chance to honor our past, live in our present and anticipate our future. </p>
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<p>When I look back on 2019, I am grateful for Jasper, my Family and my Friends. We have surrounded one another with love and support. </p>
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<p>Living in the present is always a struggle for everyone..we tend to get stuck in our past or focus entirely on hoping for the future. As we are stuck in the past and dreaming of the future, we neglect the only thing that is real in the moment. Without the experiences of the present, we can't create memories of the past or hopes for the future. </p>
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<p>What on this day are you grateful for in your present moment. As perfect or imperfect as your life is..live in those moments above all else. </p>
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<p>Looking now into the future, our upcoming year of 2020, what are your hopes and dreams? How will you realize them? </p>
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<p>Focusing on small, actionable steps that are easy to achieve will always lead you in the direction to the larger picture of realizing your hopes and dreams. </p>
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<p>So today, take a moment to honor your past, live in your present and anticipate your futures. </p>
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<p>Wishing you a very happy 2020 Friends and Family. </p>
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<p>Alice xoxo </p>Alice's Style File: Girls Love Pearls.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-03-01:3404507:BlogPost:12408512020-03-01T00:38:27.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>Pearls are a fashion accessory staple in my wardrobe. They can add a simple, sophistaicated accent to any ensemble.</p>
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<p>Here are some of my favorite and versatile ways to adorn yourself in pearls.…</p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969746955?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" height="178" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969746955?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="310"></img></a></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969749268?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-center" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969749268?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a></p>
<p>Pearls are a fashion accessory staple in my wardrobe. They can add a simple, sophistaicated accent to any ensemble.</p>
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<p>Here are some of my favorite and versatile ways to adorn yourself in pearls.</p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969746955?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969746955?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="310" height="178" class="align-center"/></a></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969749268?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969749268?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center"/></a></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969750793?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3969750793?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="281" height="281" class="align-center"/></a> </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Love,</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Alice xoxo</p>Taking Comfort Together At TCO.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-03-14:3404507:BlogPost:12406732020-03-14T21:46:39.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>To all of our Friends & Family around the World,</p>
<p>Now is a time where there is a lot of anxiety and stress. With the COVID-19 top of mind, I want to reach out and let you know that while you might be changing your lifestyle or even socially distancing yourselves, you are always welcome in the Cullen home.</p>
<p>Dr. Carlisle Cullen has been working around the clock making sure that he is taking care of the community in Forks.</p>
<p>As the Cullens are not at risk of sicknesses like…</p>
<p>To all of our Friends & Family around the World,</p>
<p>Now is a time where there is a lot of anxiety and stress. With the COVID-19 top of mind, I want to reach out and let you know that while you might be changing your lifestyle or even socially distancing yourselves, you are always welcome in the Cullen home.</p>
<p>Dr. Carlisle Cullen has been working around the clock making sure that he is taking care of the community in Forks.</p>
<p>As the Cullens are not at risk of sicknesses like Humans are, if you feel uncertain or lonely, feel free to interact with us and others in the TCO Community.</p>
<p>Love,<br/> Alice xoxo</p>DIY Face Masks @ Home.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2020-04-11:3404507:BlogPost:12416512020-04-11T20:06:55.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>So many of our friends and family are home right now staying safe. During this time, it's easy to feel stuck in a rut and not have access to some of the ways we treat ourselves outside of the home. </p>
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<p>Here are simple and fun ways to use some of the supplies you may have at home and use them as a DIY Face Mask @ Home. </p>
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<p>On a clean face, place one of the ingredients below of your choosing on your skin for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off and use your favorite moisturizer to…</p>
<p>So many of our friends and family are home right now staying safe. During this time, it's easy to feel stuck in a rut and not have access to some of the ways we treat ourselves outside of the home. </p>
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<p>Here are simple and fun ways to use some of the supplies you may have at home and use them as a DIY Face Mask @ Home. </p>
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<p>On a clean face, place one of the ingredients below of your choosing on your skin for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off and use your favorite moisturizer to keep your skin nourished after your treatment. </p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4394122862?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/4394122862?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Love, </p>
<p>Alice xoxo</p>Alice's Style File: Mad About Plaidtag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-10-30:3404507:BlogPost:12400932019-10-30T15:49:26.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>As Fall transitions us into colder weather, a cozy style staple comes back in vogue every year that not only provides warmth but also gives a visual flair to the colder months ahead. </p>
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<p>Plaid has been a cold weather staple since it's birth in the 19th century and each year, honoring it's simple yet complex pattern, society gives it a modern spin. </p>
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<p>Here is debuting the latest plaid from the runways to give you an overview of the savviest ways to wear plaid as well…</p>
<p>As Fall transitions us into colder weather, a cozy style staple comes back in vogue every year that not only provides warmth but also gives a visual flair to the colder months ahead. </p>
<p></p>
<p>Plaid has been a cold weather staple since it's birth in the 19th century and each year, honoring it's simple yet complex pattern, society gives it a modern spin. </p>
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<p>Here is debuting the latest plaid from the runways to give you an overview of the savviest ways to wear plaid as well as a modern street style translation that even Bella would adorn herself in. </p>
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<p><strong>Plaid Runway Style:</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3687791598?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3687791598?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></strong></p>
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<p><strong>Plaid Street Style: </strong></p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3687792360?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3687792360?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p>Love,</p>
<p>Alice xoxo </p>Alice's Style File: Best Summer Hats 2019tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2019-07-20:3404507:BlogPost:12386972019-07-20T18:15:54.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3366798891?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3366798891?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a></p>
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<p>It's officially Summertime which means that everyone, human and vampire alike are searching for moments to offer shade to their faces from the hot Summer sun. </p>
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<p>This offers up the most amazing excuse to break out and enjoy summer hats! Here are my top picks for Summer hat styles for 2019! …</p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3366798891?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3366798891?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p>It's officially Summertime which means that everyone, human and vampire alike are searching for moments to offer shade to their faces from the hot Summer sun. </p>
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<p>This offers up the most amazing excuse to break out and enjoy summer hats! Here are my top picks for Summer hat styles for 2019! </p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3366806654?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3366806654?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p>
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<p>These Summer hat styles are comfortable and fit with virtually most face shapes, hair styles and outfit combinations. </p>
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<p>Happy Summer!</p>
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<p>Love,</p>
<p>Alice xoxo </p>
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<p>As another Holiday approaches, I can’t help but reflect on how grateful I am that I have another year after so many years that I am surrounded by so many wonderful friends and family. </p>
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<p>Yes, I know that I do have a tendency to be carried away with trimming the trees and of course, Holiday shopping is pretty much my Olympic Sport each season. Beyond the lights and twinkle however, there is a feeling of warmth that only love can bring you. </p>
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<p>Every year, no matter if…</p>
<p>As another Holiday approaches, I can’t help but reflect on how grateful I am that I have another year after so many years that I am surrounded by so many wonderful friends and family. </p>
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<p>Yes, I know that I do have a tendency to be carried away with trimming the trees and of course, Holiday shopping is pretty much my Olympic Sport each season. Beyond the lights and twinkle however, there is a feeling of warmth that only love can bring you. </p>
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<p>Every year, no matter if you are mortal or immortal, take a moment to really appreciate the people you love in your life. Reflect of where you have all been together and where you will lead one another into the future. </p>
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<p>I am grateful for each and every one of you for you fill our lives with love and warmth.</p>
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<p>Have a Happy Holidays! </p>
<p>Love,</p>
<p>Alice xoxo </p>Alice's Holiday Gift Guide 2018tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2018-11-29:3404507:BlogPost:12238702018-11-29T20:59:14.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>Happy Holidays Friends & Family! </p>
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<p>Here are some of my favorite gifts to give for 2018! Happy Gifting! xoxo</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/169897041?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/169897041?profile=original" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Happy Holidays Friends & Family! </p>
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<p>Here are some of my favorite gifts to give for 2018! Happy Gifting! xoxo</p>
<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/169897041?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/169897041?profile=original" class="align-full"/></a></p>Our History.tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2018-10-24:3404507:BlogPost:12214762018-10-24T22:50:29.000ZAlice Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/AliceCulle
<p>It is said at times that our history can determine our future. As a seer, I can attest that we have the ability and power to alter our future for the better or for the worse. </p>
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<p>However, we learn from History. History gives us clues as to what we can anticipate and how we can do better. These thoughts cross my mind as visions are beginning to slowly form. </p>
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<p>Visions of movement, new paths, new discoveries. Our family is not new to change and new paths. Our history…</p>
<p>It is said at times that our history can determine our future. As a seer, I can attest that we have the ability and power to alter our future for the better or for the worse. </p>
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<p>However, we learn from History. History gives us clues as to what we can anticipate and how we can do better. These thoughts cross my mind as visions are beginning to slowly form. </p>
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<p>Visions of movement, new paths, new discoveries. Our family is not new to change and new paths. Our history is rich in starting new beginnings together. We move through eternity together, supporting one another from one chapter to the next. Taking all that we have learned from the chapter before and applying our lessons into our new journey. We sometimes part with places and people, committing them to memory and holding them close as life moves forward. </p>
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<p>My visions are beginning to show glimmers of new chapters and new people, places and things. I see familiarity and yet still see newness. I remember beginning to get those very glimmers of imagery roughly a little over a decade ago. I knew it meant change. I know that this could mean change. Not quite yet..but it is coming. </p>
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<p>We have learned from history how to make for a better future as it is inevitable that the future will soon be coming. </p>
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<p>Alice xoxo</p>Winds of Changetag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2018-10-08:3404507:BlogPost:12180752018-10-08T13:00:00.000ZCarlisle Cullen MDhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/CarlisleCullenMD
<p>As with a lot of the population, change is something that most of us resist. It's not easy to accept drastic change and it can take it's toll on us in several ways. I see how it challenges my family. Some are ready for the big move, some are hesitant and some are never ready and simply cannot cope. </p>
<p>I have been observing my own family over the past few months as we've discussed the possibility of the 'great move' once again. We have done this, of course, several times in the past and…</p>
<p>As with a lot of the population, change is something that most of us resist. It's not easy to accept drastic change and it can take it's toll on us in several ways. I see how it challenges my family. Some are ready for the big move, some are hesitant and some are never ready and simply cannot cope. </p>
<p>I have been observing my own family over the past few months as we've discussed the possibility of the 'great move' once again. We have done this, of course, several times in the past and it's never an easy discussion. Esme becomes withdrawn and extends herself, overly, into her work. She is away from home on business more frequently than usual and finds remote clients to whom she travels for consults. I feel that in a way, this is how she escapes the thoughts and ideas of moving away. Forks, this home, this place... this is her forever and when we have to leave, it will be very hard on her. I believe she will be affected by it the most. We can, of course, return here one day and will keep the house as it is. Our friends will always have a place to stay if they are stopping by on their travels and we will return for frequent visits so see Jacob and Renesmee. We just cannot stay here, exist here, 'live' here without eyes falling upon us for our unchanging appearances.</p>
<p>My colleagues look at me differently. They ask me what my secret to my youth is. I cannot keep saying, "Just good genetics, I suppose" or "I've never touched a drink or a cigarette in my life!" because those statements can only carry me so far. They are starting to look at me closer. I am aware of it and I know that the 'great move' is becoming more and more a reality.</p>
<p>We had discussed moving to Isle Esme for a time, but I prefer that as a place of recreation and relaxation rather than our 'home'. I would like to stay as local as is possible but without being close enough to be recognised. This is difficult for me in my profession. I will have to employ J.Jenks once again and see what magic he can do with documents and internet wiping. That''s the hardest part. My job is very high profile and not exactly what you would expect of someone of my 'kind'. The other's can blend more easily and are not as obvious. I suppose there is a chance that I may step away from the medical field for a few decades. We'll see what happens. As long as Jenks has our backs with paper work, documents and internet, we are potentially golden.<br/> Alice always seems the most eager for a change of scenery and the start of a new chapter. Her energy keeps me moving forward. She knows the potential danger in staying in one place too long and is always open to new places, new faces and new challenges. Jasper will follow her to the ends of the Earth. I don't feel that he is as eager for new experiences as Alice is but he will do what she needs in order to keep the balance between them.<br/> Emmett is much like Alice in that he embraces new people, new places and new experiences. He is not quite as extroverted as Alice is but he settles into a new routine in a new place fairly easily. <br/> Rosalie is a lot like Esme. She is very grounded, very much needing a constant in her life. She is not open to change, she is not happy when the challenge of something new is placed before her. She likes a constant comfortable, safe feeling and moving for her, as it is with Esme, is always difficult. <br/> This time it will be different. Edward and Bella are a huge part of the picture now as is Renesmee and Jacob. I do not know if they will be receptive to a move, how they will react, what their feelings will be. This will, potentially, be Bella's first time matriculating into High School with the Cullen 'kids'. I don't know how she will feel about this, if she can adapt or if she would be willing to even attempt it. It is not easy, but they choose to do so and have for decades. Edward and Bella could go off up into Northern Canada or out to Alaska and stay on the low for a decade or two if they chose to do so. We will all have a family meeting about all of these possibilities in the next month or two.<br/> The time has come, the winds of change are blowing and we must go.</p>Autumn Festivaltag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2018-10-07:3404507:BlogPost:12180652018-10-07T20:23:11.000ZWilliam Ephraim Blackhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/WilliamEphraimBlack
<p>October here is a busy month. We are all excited about the change of seasons and the great harvest festival.</p>
<p>It's a time of gratitude, friendship and togetherness. The tribe comes together to create an atmosphere of love and family and each one of us brings something unique to the gathering.</p>
<p>Old Quil will make the table that we will place on First Beach. On the table be our feast. Dried fish, fish fry and cakes, sweets, vegetables from our gardens, fruits and all sorts of…</p>
<p>October here is a busy month. We are all excited about the change of seasons and the great harvest festival.</p>
<p>It's a time of gratitude, friendship and togetherness. The tribe comes together to create an atmosphere of love and family and each one of us brings something unique to the gathering.</p>
<p>Old Quil will make the table that we will place on First Beach. On the table be our feast. Dried fish, fish fry and cakes, sweets, vegetables from our gardens, fruits and all sorts of goodies. The kids go nuts this time of year and Emily's pumpkin spice muffins are my downfall. I can't wait. I honestly cannot wait. I know Tiffany will be standing like a sentry guard by the table but one of the boys is always successful in getting a muffin to me. I am pretty slick about it and they know that my day is not complete without one of those muffins!</p>
<p>Each of us has a talent and each of us brings with us, a piece if that talent to share with others. Tiffany brings her crochet talent... blankets, socks, mittens, scarves, sweaters... you name it.. She spends the year making things for this festival and each one who attends does not leave without something she made by hand, with love.</p>
<p>My talent is story-telling. After Jake gets the bonfire going, we all move our chairs around it. I tell stories of our people until late into the evening. My stories range from the first gathering to the stories of our ancestors with their first phasing, the Cold ones and all the way up to present day. There are so many stories to tell!</p>
<p>We are all in deep preparations for the Autumn Festival . The time we spend preparing is always a happy time. Each of us is looking forward to it. When you have something so special to look forward to, it makes the days shorter and our attitudes brighter.</p>
<p>I hope to see you all at the Festival. You are all family and you are always welcome! </p>
<p></p>Old entry #1tag:thecullensonline.ning.com,2018-09-18:3404507:BlogPost:12173972018-09-18T14:03:25.000ZEdward Cullenhttp://thecullensonline.ning.com/profile/EdwardCullen115
<p>You would think that, by now, I would be use to this. The fire in my throat egnited, sending the monster into a frenzy. She crushed herself close to me knowing that I would resrain her despite myself. Gently, I pulled my face away from hers. She was always entirely too willing to push her luck. But then again, I couldn't call anything that has happened in the past year luck. My fragile little magnit for distruction. She looked up at me, her lower lip puckered out into a pout. I couldn't help…</p>
<p>You would think that, by now, I would be use to this. The fire in my throat egnited, sending the monster into a frenzy. She crushed herself close to me knowing that I would resrain her despite myself. Gently, I pulled my face away from hers. She was always entirely too willing to push her luck. But then again, I couldn't call anything that has happened in the past year luck. My fragile little magnit for distruction. She looked up at me, her lower lip puckered out into a pout. I couldn't help but laugh, just a single chuckle escaping. Perhaps, ignorance was bliss. I flattened the crease between her eyebrows with my thumb. If she had not been my entire world, maybe I could of allowed myself to drift into the ignorant state of happiness with her. But as it was, she was far to important then was for either of our own good.</p>
<p>The pounding of her heart pulsed in my ears . A constant reminder of her fracturable state in comparison to my own. “Bella..” I murmered against her forehead. The thin muscles that were tense only seconds ago went lipm and she sighed, her breath staining the colar of my shirt. Gently, I touched my fingertips to the skin beneath her jaw, tilting my head down to look at her. Slowly her brown eyes found mine. The extremity to hold my breath was profound, suddenly. The fire behind her eyes affluence in comparison to burning of my fingertips against her bare throat. I wanted to speak, to explain the dangers and how no matter how much I desired her it was too uncertain a fait e. The feeling of being lost for words was not something I was use to expierencing. The only moments it has ever occured was in her presence, in attempt to speak to her. I could feel the pull of my own brows as they furrowed together in frustration. I would have to opt for shaking my head, and so I did.</p>