Scrapped Princess tells the story of Pacifica Cassul, an orphan girl who grew up with her adoptive brother and sister, Shannon and Raquel. Unbeknownst to her siblings, she was originally born to the royal family, but due to a prophecy fortelling destruction if she reached her 16th birthday, she was (thought) killed shortly after birth. Now, the date of her 16th birthday rapidly approaches, and followers of the Mauser church (whose prophets fortold the prophecy) have discovered her after years in hiding, and they want her dead. With only her sister's skill in sorcery and her brother's swordsmanship to protect her, how long will she be able to evade the church's minions? Is she really destined to destroy the world?
Scrapped Princess is one of the best fantasy anime out there. It has just the right blend of comedy, action, and good storytelling. Add in a great ending and a story that grows well without ever becoming too big, and you have a great series overall. A must-see for fans of fantasy. Highly recommended.
I hate to say it, Yukora, but sometimes mono just takes forever to run its course. The rest may not feel like it's helping, but you need it to conserve strength for your immune system to work, and fluids help to flush microorganisms from the body. It's really tough, which is why most people who get mono end up staying in bed for weeks or months at a time.
I hope you get through it.
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Oh goodness I hope your alright from the light headedness. Get plenty of sleep tonight! Have a great night mamelon and goodluck with your new job i am sure you will do very well.
Thank you, Kevin. I'm not sure what it is; I just feel funny lately, ever since the weekend. Like . . . not quite myself. I don't know how to describe it.
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@mams: What's the new avatar from? Looks bishi.
Um . . . yeah, I admit it's kind of fangirly. *fluoresce* It's an image from a shonen-ai series I've been reading called Little Butterfly. I really liked the colored art, so I just thought it's something I'd try out.
@Otaku: I'm sure you'll become even more familiar with the wide world of anime in no time. Tricksy. *bows to the otaku*
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All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to be the light that you see. All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to be the peace that you feel. All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to fill your heart on my own.
But the rainbow is an image of hope for many reasons, as it is a brilliant sight coming out of oftimes dismal weather.
I think the part that is hardest for me out of all of this is that I can't kiss Megan anymore. One doesn't know how great something is until he no longer has it.
Just wanted to drop in and say a quick: Get better Yukora! Mono might take MONTHS to run its course so ya have to just be patient. Unfortunately its hard to be patient when you're missing everything around you... But I'm of the opinion if you can keep yourself happy you'll definitely get better faster. If you can do that that's a good start. I know that's easier said than done tho.
I want to say a VERY belated welcome to everyone who recently joined the coffeehouse that I didn't say welcome to. That's a lot of people too from what I'm seeing. Sorry people but I haven't really had much to post about nor the will to really post lately. I think apathy is setting in...
EBA: Looked like a good game after trying the demo at Wal-mart. If I get that tho I'm importing the original Ouendan! (sp?) too tho. Can't play the second without playin the first for me.
Thanks everyone for your advice. Maybe I'll consider going, but I'll have to think about it a bit, and see if my other friends are going. Plus, it costs like $40, so I don't even know if I can afford it.
@Otaku Pupil: Welcome! You seem like a great addition to the 'House.
@Yukora: Wow, that sucks, man. I wish you all the luck in the world, and I will pray that you get better :).
@Alacar: Ok, I was just telling you, that whn I saw the card, my first thought was "BROKEN!", so don't be surprised if a judge or two think that, even if it isn't true. Good luck though, I do like the card.
I'd love to see Gravitation show up in your avatar, Mamelon. But I'm a bit biased; I love that series. It's cute and funny at the same time. Then again, I've found lots of good shonen-ai. Or, at least, enough to satisfy me.
I actually stuck it out and made a banner for myself again this week, but now it's 12:40 in the morning. Ugh. I want to get up to WSU before noon tomorrow, and this does not bode well. The AMV Guide is gonna be put on serious hiatus.
@mamelon: well if you ever want to talk about anything ill be here for you on aol messenger. *hugs* see you tommorrow on aol messenger.
@Mr. stuff: wow nice anime. Its too bad I don't have the time nor the money to invest in anime. I probably know about 1 percent or more precise .000001 percent of your collection Mr. stuff of anime.
@Yukora: we will all be praying for you yukora. I also agree with crimson get better!
@strongbad:I am sure everything will run its course for you strongbad. best wishes to you and have a great night!
@shadowfox: thanks! Yeah i apologize for calling myself a loser because your right i am not a loser.
@snoop: i apologize for misunderstanding you I hope you will forgive me snoop.
Well goodnight everyone see you all tommorrow. *hugs and blows kisses to everyone*
I'd love to see Gravitation show up in your avatar, Mamelon. But I'm a bit biased; I love that series. It's cute and funny at the same time. Then again, I've found lots of good shonen-ai. Or, at least, enough to satisfy me.
You probably will see some Gravitation; I have a few Yuki Eiri avatars in my folder.
I really liked Gravitation, too. It's very cute and sweet. However, for some reason I couldn't watch very much of it at a time because I felt it was too intense and stirring. A bit like Kare Kano in that way; but it might be different now. I've gotten a lot more used to the whole idea of romance, and reading/watching stuff about it doesn't depress me as much as it used to. As evidence, my increased exposure to shonen-ai.
I didn't know you would like that kind of thing, Nai . . . except I remember now seeing you in Gaymers last year. You saw me there, too, except I don't think you remembered.
@Kevin: I hope you have a great day today, and I thank you for your support. *hugs*
@Yukora: That sucks so bad, hopefully yours won't last much longer.
Gah, so tired, I hope I get through this day . . . I forgot to set my alarm clock last night, but interestingly enough, I woke up at exactly the right time.
Well, everyone, I will talk to you all later this afteroon. See you! *waves*
All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to be the light that you see. All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to be the peace that you feel. All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to fill your heart on my own.
But the rainbow is an image of hope for many reasons, as it is a brilliant sight coming out of oftimes dismal weather.
If you guys are into RPing at all (more plugging), go check out CharlieD's "Under the Petals" deal. Real unique among WPs, in that you play kids, not adventuring adults. It's a nice change of pace, and fun to boot. I'm not really that far in it (as far as you can get in a WP), but I'd recommend heartily that every RPer amongst us checks it out.
Thanks for the plug I'm having alot of fun running it.
Anyway, I didn't have to work today. There was a random power outage and they told me not to come in because it wouldn't be fixed until the next day.
I've been listening to "Infinity on High", the new Fall Out Boy album. It's amazing. I'm getting tickets for their show tomorrow. I can't wait to see them. Golden is the best song. :D:D:D
It started snowing here for the first time this winter a week ago or so. Not much, 3 centimeters perhaps. Then, at Saturday, during the Planar Chaos prerelease, it got wild. It snowed constantly all the day, and it snowed a LOT. Now it's around 40 centimeters... And -15 degrees Celsius.
@Mamelon: Funny thing, I just found out it's a Norwegian handball player whose name is Mameland (and the 'd' is mute). Just thought I should mention it
Thanks for the plug I'm having alot of fun running it.
Anyway, I didn't have to work today. There was a random power outage and they told me not to come in because it wouldn't be fixed until the next day.
I've been listening to "Infinity on High", the new Fall Out Boy album. It's amazing. I'm getting tickets for their show tomorrow. I can't wait to see them. Golden is the best song. :D:D:D
Looking it over, it really does look very interesting, I must say. It reminds me of the tabletop game Razor in the Apple, or of your standard children's fantasy series, like Narnia.
I would probably like to play if I weren't already tied up with a variety of other things.
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Don't you like snow, Photon? Why not? I personally have only one thing against snow - the slippery roads. There are always a very large number of accidents in the traffic during the winter because of this.
1. At work, I tend to have to do a lot of driving. I don't drive well in snow, and no matter how bad it gets, I still have to drive to and from work in it, since my employers do not accept poor weather conditions as an excuse for calling off. So, no snow days for me. Only a terrifying driving experience and the possibility of an excruciating death.
2. I hate being wet unless I'm swimming or bathing. Snow is just a cold, degenerate form of wetness, as far as I am concerned.
3. I'm terrified of dying in a car accident due to black ice or icy conditions, since the two accidents I have been in were due to black ice, and shook me up pretty badly.
4. I find snow to be inconveniant. I live in a rural area, so snow really screws with travel and a lot of other things.
5. If my clients miss work due to snowy weather, I end up having to keep them entertained all day, which gets old quickly considering we can't go out and do anything.
6. Snowy weather usually means cloudy weather, and I really just prefer a lot of sunlight. In greyish winter weather, I become anxious, lethargic, and often depressed, so snow (and winter in general) tends to get me down.
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Special nod and to Otaku_Pupil for the 2500th post in this thread!
Sorry- Normally i'm quite more enthusiastic but seriously, this Literature Review is kicking me in the ass...........yea I mean, I've got somewhat of a fairly good grip on it, but at teh same time... so don't.
Right now I'm at work, and utterly, completely exhausted.... Yesterday Arguas came over and we had a long chat about some important things.. Unfortunately it robbed the both of us of much-needed sleep and work time.... He has two tests today, and I have work and slaving over this damned Literature Review..... As always seems to happen around the time of the 2500th post... Gimme a little time to recuperate, and I will get to making a new thread at some point soon. Most likely Thursday evening in between studying for my Art History exam on Friday (oh JOY) and sleep.
Right now I'm downing some French Roast coffee... hopin' that'll perk me up a bit..... My boss saw me as I walked in the door and she was like "Okay, what's wrong?" I then told her about this Literature Review....yes, I'm somewhat starting on it early, but at the same time, I am NOT.
And boy, do i ever hate it when people feel insecure about a relationship they specifically said they want.... Its not a huge thing.. I know now, that he really is trying to make this work, and as am I... which is the difference from before... but at the same time, part of me is inclined to crop up my own insecurities... Funny how when someone has cultivated your trust, something can ultimately destroy it.. and that goes both ways, kids.
Bleh.. I've been tryin' to focus on homework, which I have been..for the most part... but this LITERATURE REVIEW... just....GAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH............
MMmpphfff. *sigh*
And then I have to do an Art History Exam by Friday at noon... I'm gonna finish this paper Thursday, hand it in, go to work, go pick up the papers, watch the film, go back to my room for some brief relaxing before dinner, and then probably dinner and the play with Ryan and our friend Ashley. But that's not until tomorrow night.. FIRST I need to
KILL....
THIS.......
LITERATURE...
REVIEW.
Oh well at least Friday's FNM at Ryan's apartment.. Sanctuaries draft, and then Saturday night is the dance, which will be a quite nice accumulation of the IN-****ING-SANELY STRESSFUL week this has been!
BLEHAHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
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EDIT @Snow : Snow and ice CAN be quite beautiful gorgeous things, especially if the temp isn't TOO cold, I love a walk outside in the forest... assuming one is bundled up enough, and preferably walking with someone who can also appreciate the same. However! I've been in NYS for long enough that snow = bad. Just..... I groan when I see how much snow there is outside... I wish there were less snow, more sun. I can't wait for when RIT is green again instead of IMPECCABLY WHITE. But then that would mean it'll be nearer to graduation, which means i'm that much closer to needing to figure out what the HELL i'm going to do after I leave RIT... which means I leave Arguas and all my good friends over the past 4 years.... just... UGH. I haven't even taken the GRE yet, and YES I know I need to, I'm going to tackle that AFTER my GODDAMN lit review is DONE....... *MUTTERGRUMBLEPISSYRANT*
Sorry.
EDIT 2: Sorry guys. Normally I don't rant or curse nearly that much but when I'm gonna hit the brim or things are stressing me out to the point of insanity, or when something REALLY bugs me, THAT's when the foul language emerges.
Guh. Woke up at 11:30am. Guess I won't get to WSU until around 3-4pm today. Grrrr. That's why I hate frigging sleep. Fortunately, I did get all the rest I needed, so I'm quite awake today. Every cloud has a silver lining, I guess. [/cliche]
Hang in there, Danica. You'll get through it. Just, um, drink lots of cofee and keep some food in the room so you don't get distracted. Oh, and Otaku, since you asked what the AotW was, in case you didn't catch it last night, just click the link in my sig. It's updated.
@FL: He reminds you of Shinobi because they have nearly the same avatar. It's the same character from dot-hack.
See you guys Thursday, most likely, when I come home. I'm really looking forward to our PC draft on Thursday, and I'll write up how it went.
Also, my apostrophe key is buggy. It brings up Alt-F search. :S
Bad news in the Foreign Corespondence department yet again. I faxed an application form to a Canadian health school and not only did the application (with my bank information on it) go missing, but also the secretary informed me that I am not eligible to apply to the program I chose, because i am foreign.
She honestly (?) had no idea where it went, checked with the other staff there, everything. Looks like my only hope is the tougher, more competitive and demanding program, for which I know I do not have the qualifications yet. I am very worried about my account information too. I had misgivings about sending it over the fax, but did not have the luxury of time to send it by mail, because the deadline is the end of this week.
Now what do I do? Everything I try seems to end badly in this department. I even got a head start and requested my peer and supervisor evaluations early, so I would have extra time to deal with these concerns.
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ANIME OF THE WEEK
Series: Scrapped Princess
Episodes: 24
Genre: Fantasy - Sci-Fi - Adventure
Watch the trailer: Here
Watch the Opening
Scrapped Princess tells the story of Pacifica Cassul, an orphan girl who grew up with her adoptive brother and sister, Shannon and Raquel. Unbeknownst to her siblings, she was originally born to the royal family, but due to a prophecy fortelling destruction if she reached her 16th birthday, she was (thought) killed shortly after birth. Now, the date of her 16th birthday rapidly approaches, and followers of the Mauser church (whose prophets fortold the prophecy) have discovered her after years in hiding, and they want her dead. With only her sister's skill in sorcery and her brother's swordsmanship to protect her, how long will she be able to evade the church's minions? Is she really destined to destroy the world?
Scrapped Princess is one of the best fantasy anime out there. It has just the right blend of comedy, action, and good storytelling. Add in a great ending and a story that grows well without ever becoming too big, and you have a great series overall. A must-see for fans of fantasy. Highly recommended.
I hope you get through it.
Thank you, Kevin. I'm not sure what it is; I just feel funny lately, ever since the weekend. Like . . . not quite myself. I don't know how to describe it.
Um . . . yeah, I admit it's kind of fangirly. *fluoresce* It's an image from a shonen-ai series I've been reading called Little Butterfly. I really liked the colored art, so I just thought it's something I'd try out.
@Otaku: I'm sure you'll become even more familiar with the wide world of anime in no time. Tricksy. *bows to the otaku*
All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to be the peace that you feel.
All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to fill your heart on my own.
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I want to say a VERY belated welcome to everyone who recently joined the coffeehouse that I didn't say welcome to. That's a lot of people too from what I'm seeing. Sorry people but I haven't really had much to post about nor the will to really post lately. I think apathy is setting in...
EBA: Looked like a good game after trying the demo at Wal-mart. If I get that tho I'm importing the original Ouendan! (sp?) too tho. Can't play the second without playin the first for me.
@Otaku Pupil: Welcome! You seem like a great addition to the 'House.
@Yukora: Wow, that sucks, man. I wish you all the luck in the world, and I will pray that you get better :).
@Alacar: Ok, I was just telling you, that whn I saw the card, my first thought was "BROKEN!", so don't be surprised if a judge or two think that, even if it isn't true. Good luck though, I do like the card.
Well, good night, all. Have a good night's sleep.
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I actually stuck it out and made a banner for myself again this week, but now it's 12:40 in the morning. Ugh. I want to get up to WSU before noon tomorrow, and this does not bode well. The AMV Guide is gonna be put on serious hiatus.
@Mr. stuff: wow nice anime. Its too bad I don't have the time nor the money to invest in anime. I probably know about 1 percent or more precise .000001 percent of your collection Mr. stuff of anime.
@Yukora: we will all be praying for you yukora. I also agree with crimson get better!
@strongbad:I am sure everything will run its course for you strongbad. best wishes to you and have a great night!
@shadowfox: thanks! Yeah i apologize for calling myself a loser because your right i am not a loser.
@snoop: i apologize for misunderstanding you I hope you will forgive me snoop.
Well goodnight everyone see you all tommorrow. *hugs and blows kisses to everyone*
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You probably will see some Gravitation; I have a few Yuki Eiri avatars in my folder.
I really liked Gravitation, too. It's very cute and sweet. However, for some reason I couldn't watch very much of it at a time because I felt it was too intense and stirring. A bit like Kare Kano in that way; but it might be different now. I've gotten a lot more used to the whole idea of romance, and reading/watching stuff about it doesn't depress me as much as it used to. As evidence, my increased exposure to shonen-ai.
I didn't know you would like that kind of thing, Nai . . . except I remember now seeing you in Gaymers last year. You saw me there, too, except I don't think you remembered.
@Kevin: I hope you have a great day today, and I thank you for your support. *hugs*
@Yukora: That sucks so bad, hopefully yours won't last much longer.
Gah, so tired, I hope I get through this day . . . I forgot to set my alarm clock last night, but interestingly enough, I woke up at exactly the right time.
Well, everyone, I will talk to you all later this afteroon. See you! *waves*
All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to be the peace that you feel.
All that I yearn for, for richer or poorer, is to fill your heart on my own.
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Thanks for the plug I'm having alot of fun running it.
Anyway, I didn't have to work today. There was a random power outage and they told me not to come in because it wouldn't be fixed until the next day.
I've been listening to "Infinity on High", the new Fall Out Boy album. It's amazing. I'm getting tickets for their show tomorrow. I can't wait to see them. Golden is the best song. :D:D:D
@Mamelon: Funny thing, I just found out it's a Norwegian handball player whose name is Mameland (and the 'd' is mute). Just thought I should mention it
Looking it over, it really does look very interesting, I must say. It reminds me of the tabletop game Razor in the Apple, or of your standard children's fantasy series, like Narnia.
I would probably like to play if I weren't already tied up with a variety of other things.
Good to here you are better, Yukora, but today I'm sick...
You guys are lucky to get snow, all I got was cold rain a few days ago...
I'd rather have the cold rain, personally.
1. At work, I tend to have to do a lot of driving. I don't drive well in snow, and no matter how bad it gets, I still have to drive to and from work in it, since my employers do not accept poor weather conditions as an excuse for calling off. So, no snow days for me. Only a terrifying driving experience and the possibility of an excruciating death.
2. I hate being wet unless I'm swimming or bathing. Snow is just a cold, degenerate form of wetness, as far as I am concerned.
3. I'm terrified of dying in a car accident due to black ice or icy conditions, since the two accidents I have been in were due to black ice, and shook me up pretty badly.
4. I find snow to be inconveniant. I live in a rural area, so snow really screws with travel and a lot of other things.
5. If my clients miss work due to snowy weather, I end up having to keep them entertained all day, which gets old quickly considering we can't go out and do anything.
6. Snowy weather usually means cloudy weather, and I really just prefer a lot of sunlight. In greyish winter weather, I become anxious, lethargic, and often depressed, so snow (and winter in general) tends to get me down.
Exactly. Snow was great when it worked with me (school cancellations, work being closed, sledding), but now it just works against me.
Sorry- Normally i'm quite more enthusiastic but seriously, this Literature Review is kicking me in the ass...........yea I mean, I've got somewhat of a fairly good grip on it, but at teh same time... so don't.
Right now I'm at work, and utterly, completely exhausted.... Yesterday Arguas came over and we had a long chat about some important things.. Unfortunately it robbed the both of us of much-needed sleep and work time.... He has two tests today, and I have work and slaving over this damned Literature Review..... As always seems to happen around the time of the 2500th post... Gimme a little time to recuperate, and I will get to making a new thread at some point soon. Most likely Thursday evening in between studying for my Art History exam on Friday (oh JOY) and sleep.
Right now I'm downing some French Roast coffee... hopin' that'll perk me up a bit..... My boss saw me as I walked in the door and she was like "Okay, what's wrong?" I then told her about this Literature Review....yes, I'm somewhat starting on it early, but at the same time, I am NOT.
And boy, do i ever hate it when people feel insecure about a relationship they specifically said they want.... Its not a huge thing.. I know now, that he really is trying to make this work, and as am I... which is the difference from before... but at the same time, part of me is inclined to crop up my own insecurities... Funny how when someone has cultivated your trust, something can ultimately destroy it.. and that goes both ways, kids.
Bleh.. I've been tryin' to focus on homework, which I have been..for the most part... but this LITERATURE REVIEW... just....GAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH............
MMmpphfff. *sigh*
And then I have to do an Art History Exam by Friday at noon... I'm gonna finish this paper Thursday, hand it in, go to work, go pick up the papers, watch the film, go back to my room for some brief relaxing before dinner, and then probably dinner and the play with Ryan and our friend Ashley. But that's not until tomorrow night.. FIRST I need to
KILL....
THIS.......
LITERATURE...
REVIEW.
Oh well at least Friday's FNM at Ryan's apartment.. Sanctuaries draft, and then Saturday night is the dance, which will be a quite nice accumulation of the IN-****ING-SANELY STRESSFUL week this has been!
BLEHAHHHHHHHHHHHHH.
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EDIT @Snow : Snow and ice CAN be quite beautiful gorgeous things, especially if the temp isn't TOO cold, I love a walk outside in the forest... assuming one is bundled up enough, and preferably walking with someone who can also appreciate the same. However! I've been in NYS for long enough that snow = bad. Just..... I groan when I see how much snow there is outside... I wish there were less snow, more sun. I can't wait for when RIT is green again instead of IMPECCABLY WHITE. But then that would mean it'll be nearer to graduation, which means i'm that much closer to needing to figure out what the HELL i'm going to do after I leave RIT... which means I leave Arguas and all my good friends over the past 4 years.... just... UGH. I haven't even taken the GRE yet, and YES I know I need to, I'm going to tackle that AFTER my GODDAMN lit review is DONE....... *MUTTERGRUMBLEPISSYRANT*
Sorry.
EDIT 2: Sorry guys. Normally I don't rant or curse nearly that much but when I'm gonna hit the brim or things are stressing me out to the point of insanity, or when something REALLY bugs me, THAT's when the foul language emerges.
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Hang in there, Danica. You'll get through it. Just, um, drink lots of cofee and keep some food in the room so you don't get distracted. Oh, and Otaku, since you asked what the AotW was, in case you didn't catch it last night, just click the link in my sig. It's updated.
@FL: He reminds you of Shinobi because they have nearly the same avatar. It's the same character from dot-hack.
See you guys Thursday, most likely, when I come home. I'm really looking forward to our PC draft on Thursday, and I'll write up how it went.
Awww *warm fuzzies*
You're just saying that so I summon rainbow fairies for you again.
Current New Favorite Person™: Mallory Archer
She knows why.
Also, my apostrophe key is buggy. It brings up Alt-F search. :S
Bad news in the Foreign Corespondence department yet again. I faxed an application form to a Canadian health school and not only did the application (with my bank information on it) go missing, but also the secretary informed me that I am not eligible to apply to the program I chose, because i am foreign.
She honestly (?) had no idea where it went, checked with the other staff there, everything. Looks like my only hope is the tougher, more competitive and demanding program, for which I know I do not have the qualifications yet. I am very worried about my account information too. I had misgivings about sending it over the fax, but did not have the luxury of time to send it by mail, because the deadline is the end of this week.
Now what do I do? Everything I try seems to end badly in this department. I even got a head start and requested my peer and supervisor evaluations early, so I would have extra time to deal with these concerns.