No king will ever out-ace the queen, not by a long shot.
“Let’s make this short, simple and sweet. Let’s talk about love. And I don’t mean the both of us, including you the reader, going out on a pepperoni pizza date together while dancing the night away at some broken down club down the street. Do you really want to know what love is? I will show you.”
“Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, or maybe right at this moment, or even Christmas. And… right now, well, we’re sort of losing our grip with this run down low down broken down world of ours. It’s time to get our bearings straight. Why are we fighting against each other, and what’s it good for? Absolutely nothing!”
The essence of cherry bubbly.
“Wouldn’t it be pleasant to live in a world that isn’t brewing with darkness, mean-spirited people, or just plain selfish losers? A whole lotta negativity is going on, but we can replace that with these four simple letters: L-O-V-E. Connect with strangers even if they’re on Instagram… or me, LOL! Give back to your local community and you don’t need an employee’s salary. Plant a garden and grow some kind hearts. How about giving out a bouquet of poinsettias to that very special Someone? All it takes is a little more luvin’ to make the world go ‘round without any real world troubles. That sounds simple enough, now don’t you agree?”
“And when there’s love, there is also R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Respect wildlife… and your family dog, too. Don’t forget the environment, school property, or even the judge. Respect your teachers, your local representatives, your doctors, your elders, your parents… do it as always. Yeah, I know, I should respect the entire student body at my school even if I see a wolf pack of bullies in varsity jackets. Not to mention a clique of girls trying to pull dirty tricks on me in the crowded halls, but still, you and I must show appreciation to all of humanity. So in a nutshell… respect the process!”
Another Rick in the hall.
“You know what I really love the most? Actually, it’s WHO I love the most! Rick! **sighs** He’s sooooo cute! I wanna make him mine by sending a card and some chocolate-covered cherries straight over to his humble abode! Uh, **ahem**! Let’s save my love and affection for later, okay? Naturally speaking, I’m proof positive that you have a love and affection for me, too, because you’re my number one potential human fan. And for that, I would dedicate this last musical number, performed during the conclusion of every single Barney episode ever written, to each and every one of you guys who found this blog and are enjoying my stories.”
“If you‘re still willing to book an appointment to have a date night with me, then here’s my card. Queen Of Hearts — it says so right there. Deuces wild. This is to remind you that Love Is 4-Ever! Anyway, I LOVE you all so much! ❤️ “
All written posts on this blog are fictional and played just for fun, while based on life experiences by the creator / author. There’s still some useful information, imagination and inspiration that may enlighten the reader’s desire for something unique and different.
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“It’s Friday, school is out for the weekend, and I’m too overly excited about a foot of snow falling over my head. I love being out from school on snow days when all the roads are too slick and everyone is slippin’ and slidin’ down the sidewalks — yeeowch! So I stay home and build myself a replicated version of your nice little Moi being Frosty The Snowman, a jolly happy soul with a wig and a scarf. A day off would also give me a chance to study more. Maybe I will beat a ‘C’ average this six-week period in algebra class should I ever score a hundred on my test paper about exponents and polynomials.”
“I went outside to build my own snowman. Or Snowmelody, if you wanna call it that. With the help of some uber-cool photo equipment, I set out to take pictures of my sculptured masterpiece after five grueling and freezing hours in the making. My dear old feline friend Midnite dressed warmly for the occasion. Say, those paws are gettin’ too numb in the frigid cold, aren’t they? I put on some fancy footsies to help keep ‘em warm!”
Maybe that head could be a little bit bigger, perhaps?
“You know something? I think I made her head too small. There must be a feature on social media where you can alter body proportions like height or weight. Well, Ms. Jack Frost couldn’t be able to look around, smell, see or breathe if she flipped her head. Time will tell, not if, but when she melts away in the warm southern exposure to sunshine.”
That’s enough to grab your attention!
“Sunday morning was another story altogether. I looked out of the living room window and witnessed a pair of snow statues standing tall and short in the front yard. Not only did a stranger build Midnite from the ground up as if she were a Hello Kitty snow cone, but there I was, standing there in a pose like the boogie movie man John Travolta. A case of Winter Fever if you ask me! Whoever built this from the ground up must be a hardcore fan of your teen sweetheart Melody! Thank you to whoever you are. I would have loved to send you a fresh banana cake as a heartfelt compliment!”
“The weekend moved along with an average temperature of nine degrees Fahrenheit and slippery streets turning into squishy slush. One can expect a last-minute announcement from my local school district that institutions would be 100% closed tomorrow. By the way, I hate Mondays. I mean, in theory, nobody wants to ride a school bus if it’s gonna slide its way towards a stop sign. Kids among us behold the moment when we can savor a free day or two without obeying the rules and taking the slack from faculty egging us about how to behave like good little girls and boys.”
Life happens.
“Now it’s Monday morning and something really surprised me when I turned on the TV. The ticker tape plastered on the bottom reveals the two dreaded words: “virtual learning”. Now I know why modern society has computers, broadband and 5G, so they found a workaround to spoil my potential day off. Instead of going outside throwing snowballs this year, I get hit by curveballs from the school system. Every student has to log in to the school’s torture chamber of education and face virtual reality. That is by logging in to online classes, or else get marked as “absent” — enough to ruin a perfect attendance record. I miss the good old days when I can watch old reruns of ‘The Letter People’ on public television. At least I can still slurp a hot bowl of alphabet soup because we still get thirty free minutes for lunch period. Too bad I won’t have time to stovetop it. I’ll have to use the microwave instead.”
“I guess it isn’t always bad to try out and learn new experiences. You can say that remote learning was kinda neat, but I can’t help why I’m feeling so annoyed about missing out on the free time I had while being so much younger. And I’ve learned so much about learning today when I’m still growing up learning how to navigate this complex and complicated world where everything evolves.”
“Oh, and one more thing. Punxsutawney Phil was right on the snout about having six more weeks of winter. He says the same thing every February 2nd, but I’m not gonna let school dampen my winter fun.”
All written posts on this blog are fictional and played just for fun, while based on life experiences by the creator / author. There’s still some useful information, imagination and inspiration that may enlighten the reader’s desire for something unique and different.
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This post is entirely fictional, although some of it is true.
“Wowzers! My text messages have gone through the stratosphere the last few days. I get so many questions from devoted number-one fans like you, the ones with inquiring minds wanting to know everything about me. It’s good that I encourage a high level of trust, support, and a healthy conversation! While I wont be able to respond to every single question, I’ll answer some of the most thoughtful ones right here. This is gonna be one long posting, so let’s get down to business, shall we?”
Q: “What is your most favorite class at school?” – Reginald
A: “I’d rather go ahead and say music because it’s more fun and interesting than everything else including biology, chemistry, trigonometry, and especially world history. Heck, we even got to learn about Neil Diamond. Don’t get me started on English literature because Miss Rowland drinks too much caffeine — all the aroma of Folgers hidden in her closet, ecch!”
Carry that weight!
Q: “Obesity is a chronic disease among teenagers, so I am wondering what you are doing to maintain the shape you’re in. I am a registered dietician, and I must say you look marvelous as the reigning teen queen for your fans!” – M.R.I.
A: “Aw, geeee, thank you! Well, the right thing to do is eat a huge bowl of oats for breakfast, with a good helping of blueberries and a dash of ground cinnamon. No added sugar, and absolutely no Froot Loops! I’m sure that’s simple enough advice to give to your patients.”
Q: “Do you know the way to San Jose’s?” – Stealy Dunn
A: “I assume you’re living in the same subdivision. Guess we’re in good company, then! Yes, you’re talking about the town’s Mexican restaurant that just opened ‘round here after a long delay. Take a right and proceed for three miles, it’s located in a retail strip next to a grocery store, you can’t miss it. Just watch out for speed traps!”
Melody The Teenage Witch. With her cat Midnite, who’s looking anxious.
Q: “I see that you have a black cat. What’s its name?” – Ragamuffin
A: “That’s Midnite. I adopted her from the animal shelter a few months ago. And I’m happy she’s got a safe and warm place to be!”
Melody begs Rick for a going-out together, but he just can’t!
Q: “What is your status on Rick? I hear you’ve been having a daily crush over this pretty boy, but every day I’ve heard too little about your relationship. What’s going on?” – F.O.B.
A: “The deck is always stacked against me. I’m a lonesome loser. But I still keep on trying and keep on playing to win. And I have 100% confidence that I certainly will! He’s not like the other guys, but he’s right for me. Maybe that special someday, Rick and I will go out reminiscing on a yacht for a summer cruise over that little river by the park. I wish…” (On a side note, I can’t quit wearing out my granduncle’s Little River Band 45RPM because their music keeps drifting me out to sea on a breezy summer’s day.)
She wanted to be Hedy… and she was ready!
Q: “Who is your favorite movie star?” – Elvira
A: “Danica McKeller, ‘cause she’s one tough cookie. Heck, she could possibly help me get through second-year algebra, if there ever was time. I’ll ask her if she can bake me some Christmas cookies. Just kiddin’! On the other hand, I wanna be Hedy Lamarr. Actually, I just did that!”
Melody and her musical friends pictured on the cover of their debut album.
Q: “I recently purchased your group’s latest record “Just A Bunch Of Wonderfuls” and at the final two seconds of this track called “Fanny Fancy In The Garden” I heard this faint whisper that mentioned the name Paul. Is this referring to the Beatle Paul or am I just out of mind?” – R.C. Victor
A: “We had an editing snafu in the finished product. Paul was our sound engineer for this album. But we think it was intentional.”
Q: “Can I go out with you on a dinner date? I’m hungry!” – name withheld
A: “No. Next!”
Yes, girls really did dress this way in the late 80s. Melody is trying to bring back that ‘cool’ fashion trend nearly four decades later.
Q: “I think your layered clothing attire looks very cute and chic on the outside, and love those stripes! Just curious to know what other fashion styles you have in mind.” – C.C.
A: “I know kids of today will laugh and scoff at something that might be kinda lewd, but I love wearing spandex shorts and leggings right below my short skirts and dresses. It’s so jazzy and so cute n’ cool… just like my Momma use’ta wear this way back in ‘89. I can go dancing in the club with this thing or take a nice stroll at the park while it’s Spring. To add greater petite, I’d put on a wide-brimmed hat. Now, I’ve inherited her fashion choice for a new generation like Ecto Cooler. Try it, I double dog dare you.”
Proof that Melody ‘nails it’ with cosplays.
Q: “I saw your Instagram post recently, and I’m just drooling over that Snow White cosplay. It’s real lovely, and I think it’s the best! So my question to you is… what is the best fictional character you’ve ever impersonated?”
A: “Fran Fine, from that 90s sitcom called The Nanny. It’s just that Rosemary, my neighbor who’s a TV weather presenter in the uptown section of downtown, thought I was the perfect candidate to do a cosplay. And I turned out, if there is only one word I can think of… fine! Spoiler: she’s a fan of that show, plus Absolutely Fabulous, classical music, and… Mae West (Double spoiler: Rosey’s a great impersonator!]
Q: “Not bein’ controversial or anything like that, but do ya like rap music?” – TraPete
A: “If there is some artistic value and it’s wholesome fun like ‘Too Legit To Quit’ by MC Hammer, then some forms of rap music, yes. Otherwise, all this newer stuff is too X-rated to be taken seriously.”
Q: “Pisces or Libra?” – H.R.S.
A: “Scorpio. Next!”
Hearts really do grow around here. Just add water.
Q: “What is your opinion of the world in 2026 right now? There is so much turmoil and polarization going on it’s hard to explain to my kids and fellow young adults who still have plenty of years ahead in life. I just want to hear what you think.” – Primmy
A: “As a bright, young, intelligent, and very pretty if totally imperfect 16-year old student with teen queen ambitions and a side job singer / musician, my heart aches when people the world over have lost their way and they can’t get along right. Our current standing is way off balance and so we desperately need to get back on our two feet firmly on the ground again. I was taught only one simple four-letter word when I was in kindergarten, and that is the proverbial L-word. That’s right… love! And when there’s love, there’s light, and a bright new day comes. Even the Beatles taught me this, too!”
Q: “It’s raining men! 😝” – anonymous troll
A: “It’s also gonna rain ping pong balls on top of your head just like Captain Kangaroo’s if you don’t quit spamming around! ***ahem*** Time is running short, so let’s get through two more questions before we wrap things up.”
Q: “What is the absolute worst thing you have ever done in school?” – Jim Lockerby
A: “Marking a textbook with a yellow highlighter during health and P.E. class. That’s right, I was a baaaaad girl. The principal acted like judge and jury all over me that fateful sunny day in April. Mr. Carson gave me a mandatory sentence of three months in Saturday detention, so he darn well threw the book at me and rendered a guilty verdict. Talk about capital punishment!”
Melody, acting ‘secretary’, must prepare for an oral presentation in history class no later than 1300 hours or she will take a zero.
Q: “I’m enjoying your Instagram posts so much!!! I think your memes and pictures are awesome and very funny, too! When will your next blog post be coming, and how often will you update it? Just curious, that’s all.” – Mimi
A: “I’m glad you’re a fan! Be patient, though, because my site has just gotten started. So give my production crew and Mr. J some time to put everything together. Hey, we’re not about the ‘latest new thing’, we just want to be productive enough to engage with our fans! In the meantime, Jason’s got his Instagram up and running @ jasimojason so check it out while you can!”
“Well, friends, that’ll just about do it for this G.R.W.M. session. Just keep writing or texting me and I might have some more good answers to come. And check out The Melody Page once in a while or every few months, and I don’t mind because I don’t get paid to perform in public. I just have to work hard and make good grades if I’m ever gonna get to Graduation Day. See you soon!”
All written posts on this blog are fictional and played just for fun, while based on life experiences by the creator / author. There’s still some useful information, imagination and inspiration that may enlighten the reader’s desire for something unique and different.
** Check out Melody’s INSTAGRAM while you’re here! **
“I have something really colossal to tell you. See, this is my brand spanking new webpage, blog, Melodygram, or something else… and I’m going to share with you some wonderful stories and moments that are exquisitely all about Me. Oh, in case you didn’t know, my name is Melody. How’s every little thing?
Like, I know it’s just one girl speaking in front of a live studio audience of seven billion people on this planet. But I can handle public speaking skills with no problem whatsoever. If only I had improved on a B average, I’d be a prime candidate for Class President!
First of all, here’s my personal background. I’m sixteen and I’m sitting at a desk listening to some boring lectures on Caesarian frog dissection. I’m also a devoted Beatles fan, so that faithfully answers the question to why my name is Melody. Pretty music related, isn’t it? And pretty basic information if you ask me.
Life is supposed to be so much fun. Not without getting hit by too many curveballs!
On Friday nights, I go out on a pizza binge at the corner pizza parlor with my closest pals. Well, I used to… last week it’s turned into a seafood shack. Must be the cost cutting efficiency on pizza dough, then.
People keep asking me why I’m not like all the other ‘mean girls’ on campus. Is it because I’m streaming a ‘Happy Days’ marathon and the rest of them are into, like, influencers doing all the influencing? Or am I just a teen queen goin’ squeaky clean, and the one who likes to be independent? Somehow, I yearn for those happy days to return.
My days would be even more happier with Rick, the cutest boy I see at the hallways of my school. He’s half-Korean and half-Miamian but with a physique rock solid enough to play in the majors. Turns out he hates me so much because I beg too much to have unsolicited time to have romantic getaways with him. Sigh.
I like walking. I don’t like driving. Simplicity is enough. And ‘nuff said.
I’m still growing up in the world, World. Really! And that’s okay. It’s a full-time job to make a decent living as a teenage girl. Or so I wish I had a high-paying summer job washing and scrubbing 5,000 automobiles. Then I could go out and buy some designer clothes and build a space-age IMAX theater with my hard-earned cash. Right now, it’s forty bucks of fruits and veggies to eat every week. Live and learn, Mel.
But I’m glad you’re here. It’s fine time we get to know each other! Now, if you’ll excuuuuse me, I’m getting late for physics class!
All written posts on this blog are mostly fictional, although there’s some useful information as well as imagination and inspiration that may enlighten the reader’s desire for something unique and different.
** Check out Melody’s INSTAGRAM while you’re here! **
The MELODY Page 