A Fishy Kind of Day

Looks like Mack beat us all to it on Go Fishing Day, and I have to say that's an impressive fish. Mack looks pretty proud of it, too, but maybe that's because he finally found an activity that didn't include Kevin.

I hope he's planning to eat his catch, because today is also International Sushi Day, but I suggest Jake avoid Tokyo Toby's this time. This is especially relevant because today is also the anniversary of the episode "My Night at Daria's" in 2001. Jake's bout with sushi-caused food poisoning was nothing to his freakout over Daria and Tom's tryst-that-wasn't-and-never-was.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria Ravenclaw: The Year of the Owl, by Meester_Lee (part 45): "Despite the fact that it was only a couple of days into January, Daria and Anahita knew that it was time to go back to Hogwarts."


• Hearts Apart (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "Trent could immediately feel the lack of Rose's presence the first night he returned to his bartending job at Ruttheimer's after she'd left for home."


• How To Be A Man (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Quinn, Daria and the triplets were in the living room. Daria was reading Sun Tzu's The Art Of War while Teddy was reading Machiavelli's The Prince and Quinn was reading an issue of People." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Living in America, by Lady Evil (COMPLETE!): "When school let out Friday, Jane told Daria 'Let’s just hang around until the game starts. If we get good seats, we might get high fives from the DJ’s as they skate by.'" (Part 10)


• Mysteries of Lawndale 03: Night of the Coffee House, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 8): "As Daria headed to her next class, she thought about what Jane had said regarding Ms. Defoe. ‘I’ll talk to her at some point,’ she decided. It was bound to be significant."

Cue the Violins!

Brittany's trying to recreate the iconic scene from Psycho, which was released in New York City on this day in 1960. I have to say, Brittany as a scream queen kind of makes sense as a career. I mean, she doesn't have the acting skills to pull off anything subtle and she's pretty okay with being filmed in the nude (as long as it's crucial to her character). The only problem as that the pitch of her voice probably keeps shattering important film equipment.

Today is also the anniversary of the episode "Too Cute," which aired on this day in 1997. There weren't any slasher scenes there, but Dr. Shar's face was pretty horrifying.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Vampire Hunter D and Barnabas Collins.


• R.I.P, Ned Beatty.


• ominous00 is doing a big old Daria watchtogether.


• Do you want Daria to be in Jodie? Why or why not?


• What do you think of bringing back the Daria Multiverse?

Marxists and Monkeys

Today is the anniversary of the birth of the late revolutionary Che Guevara, and Mack is keeping that spirit alive. Of course, Mack is probably rebelling against Kevin calling him "Mack Daddy" or "Bro," but it's still a worthy cause.

Today is also Monkey Around Day, which Kevin will be pleased about. He likes monkeys, especially the one who hangs out with the man in the yellow hat.

Fanfic Update!

• Daniel Mongendorffer, by ST91 (part 71): "'Come in.' Ms. Li said when she heard a knock on her office door. 'Oh, good morning Mr. Morgendorffer!' she said smiling when she saw her student."


• Flames, by atiyatortilla (part 6): "'Is that my dearest brother come to grace us with his presence?'"


• Living in America, by Lady Evil (part 8): "Matthew was finishing up his lecture in the auditorium. Kuma was sitting on a high stool with a nearly finished bottle of Similac and tuna purée."


• The Pink Moon Is On Its Way, by Anonymous (COMPLETE!): "It turned out that a field trip without Jane was a dreary enough affair to make Daria wish that she'd just stayed home herself."


• Summer's End (Linn's short stories), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "Rose woke up bleary-eyed and rather disoriented. She didn't get back to the studio apartment until almost four."

A Rose By Any Other Name...Is Still Trash

I would say that this goes against the spirit of Red Rose Day, but then again I'm pretty sure the spirit of Red Rose Day is to sell a bunch of overpriced flowers. So I'm not going to judge! I prefer the chocolate roses--cheaper, tastier, and they don't die on you.

Today is also National Peanut Butter Cookie Day, and I recommend celebrating by baking some heart-shaped cookies for that special annoying someone and being super creepy about it.

I Just Hope He Used More Than Just Pepper!

I see Jake is enjoying Herbs and Spices Day, but I really hope he used some restraint this time. We don't want a repeat of the black tongue incident...at least, not until Daria has the camera ready.

Today is also the anniversary of the birth of the late Judy Garland in 1922. There were a number of Wizard of Oz references in Daria, so I'll just highlight "Wizard of UG," a Wizard of Oz/Daria crossover by Ken T. Enjoy!

Fanfic Update!

• Living in America, by Lady Evil (part 7): "'So, you’re the Matthew Williams Alfred told us about.' Jane said, checking out the maple leaf patch on his backpack as they walked to the donut shop."


• Summer's End (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (parts 3 and 4): "Over the past few weeks the Y2K party Jeffrey and Rose had been planning had garnered quite a bit of buzz in local circles. It was based on something from just long enough ago to almost be nostalgic, yet still a pretty fresh memory to many." (Part 4)

I Don't Think These Two Holidays Mix Well

Daria and Jane are cheerfully celebrating Best Friends Day, and while singing is optional you should probably check in with your best friend, too. If you have one, that is. Inanimate objects like televisions and books count.

Of course, these two only look so happy together because this was before The Tom Thing. Later, they might be more likely to celebrate Name Your Poison Day instead. I named mine Bob.

Fandom News!

• See some pizzas even Daria would reject.


• Talk about the most over-the-top moments in movie history.


• R.I.P. Clarence Williams III.

Hey, Four-Eyes!

Daria's obviously enjoying National Eyewear Day, and so should the rest of us glasses-wearing folks. I mean, having bad eyesight doesn't really come with any other perks, so we might as well take the holiday and run with it.

Today was also the anniversary of the opening of the first drive-in movie theater in 1933. I don't know if young people now gather in the parking lot to practice their swing dancing moves, but I sure hope so!

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by ST91 (part 70): "Daniel used to wake up quite early in the morning. Also because he loved to stay a few minutes cozy in bed before getting up."


• Doctor Who - An Ordinary Wednesday, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "They waited for about half a minute. The reading vanished. 'That’s strange,' the Doctor commented."


• Living in America, by Lady Evil (part 6): "Helen was having second thoughts about letting Daria bring a boy into her room."


• Mega Mall, Mega Problems, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "Lawndale didn’t have everything. That was the issue that had vexed Quinn Morgendorffer over the past few weeks."


• Summer's End, by Linnofthewoods (part 2): "Later that evening, just after dinner and a little while before Trent was due to leave for work, he sat on the living room couch with his acoustic guitar. He let out a low, rumbling sigh as he strummed."

Donut Miss This Holiday!

Have a nice twisted little cruller for National Doughnut Day! Or a bear claw, or a Bavarian cream-filled, or whatever sweet breakfast treat takes your fancy. I'm not here to judge your food choices...but that chocolate doughnut is mine.

Today is also the anniversary of the episode "Aunt Nauseam," which aired on this day in 2001. No doughnuts in that one, but the Barksdale sisters did make some cookies at some point. I think. Did those cookies ever actually make it to the oven?

Fandom News!

• Meester_Lee wonders about story titles and legal exposure.


• welltemperedclavier has a theory about the history of the Daria fandom.


• Smijey posted a new Iron Chef: Daria's Real Father (and then some!)


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch polls between Urkel and Screech and Jerry Seinfeld and Loki.


• Rest in peace, F. Lee Bailey.

Get Ready...Get Set...GO!

It's Global Running Day and Jane's off and...well...running! I hope the global part only refers to the holiday being celebrated everywhere, because I don't think it would be wise to run around the entire world. Your feet would get wet, for one thing.

Today is also National Leave the Office Early Day, which Helen will almost definitely not be celebrating. Maybe she'll leave the office only an hour late, but I wouldn't count on it.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by ST91 (part 66): "'Everything ok?' asked Charles when Daniel was back. 'Yes, just a talk with my little sister and her friends.' Daniel answered."


• Daria on the Trail (Daria Landing In Another Fanfiction: An Experiment), by Meester_Lee (part 5): "She discovered that she wasn’t the only one who’d taken shelter under the Orricks’ wagon: Jilla and Minti were also there."


• Daria: Winter Is Coming, by Meester_Lee (COMPLETE!): "The mood at the breakfast table the next day was somber. Mom had accepted the fact that her older son was dying and was upstairs grieving." (Part 30) (Part 31)


• Living in America, by Lady Evil (part 5): "'No way in Hell am I wearing this to school.' Daria stated, walking out of the changing room."


• Summer's End (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (part 1): "While Rose had been cleaning the studio apartment one last time before she left New York for Arkansas that Sunday, she had the TV on in the background."

Your Lungs and Ears Will Thank You!

Heather needs to put out that cigarette because today is World No Tobacco Day! Also, it's bad for her health and expensive, and she needs to save that money to pay Daria to write her term papers.

While we're on the subject of health and well-being, today is also Save Your Hearing Day. It's too late for poor Mrs. Blaine, but the rest of us can protect our ears by...well, not listening to Mystik Spiral would be a good start.

Fandom News!

• Rest in peace, Gavin MacLeod.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Lou Grant and J. Jonah Jameson.

Anyone in the Mood to Fall on Your Ass in a Pile of Garbage?

I don't think Willow and Helen are enjoying Learn About Composting Day, but Coyote and Jake are having a great time! Or at least, they were having a great time until they got several pounds of compost dumped on their heads by some very annoyed wives. Those women...always getting liberated.

Fanfic Update!

• Confessing Your Quinns (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Quinn and her husband, Jim, were seated on a couch that was directly across the coffee table from where Dr. Barone was sitting. Jim's therapist had pitched the idea of treating them as a couple for a few sessions. Jim liked the idea and Quinn agreed, so here they were having their first couples session." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Daria: College Pains The Junior Year, by James the Lesser (part 2): "Amalia shows up at her old workplace. She sees Big Bob and waves nervously to him. 'Hi Bob. Um, hi.'"


• Flames, by atiyatortilla (part 5): "Pizza had always been a mainstay in their relationship. It provided them with a solid foundation whenever they found themselves in unstable territory…which happened more often than Daria was willing to admit."


• Jake, Jake Fragment and Shake, by EntrancedCat (COMPLETE!): "Chalk squeaked on the blackboard as the instructor finished his notes. Captain Fawcett slowly turned to face the class of cadets, his cane thumping a bit on the well polished hardwood floor of his History classroom." (Part 2)


• Living in America, by Lady Evil (parts 3 and 4): "At Lawndale High, Daria, Alfred and Jane were standing at the lockers. 'So instead of saying, "Don't come home so late," now they've created some elaborate punishment system.' Daria said." (Part 4)


• Love Rollercoaster (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "Reactions of other parkgoers stranded up in the air on the Brooklyn Flyer varied, but of course none of them were at all pleased with the situation. For about twenty minutes some had been shouting, 'Get us down from here!'"


• Unnamed story (Scenes No Daria fanfic should have: The Closing Walls of Schloss Morgendorffer and Casa Lane), by WacoKid (COMPLETE!): "'What's wrong, Daria?' 'I'm worried about my sister.'"

No, Dog! Bad!

Stacy's not doing a very good job celebrating Sun Screen Day, because look at those tan lines! Of course, I could easily see the Fashion Club going for the lowest possible SPF to ensure they get a nice crispy tan in the summer. Who cares about UV rays and skin cancer, anyway?

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Ming the Merciless and Princess Ardala.

Hey, Hoopy Froods!

Looks like Mrs. Johanssen knows where her towel is, which is important anytime but especially today, on Towel Day. I wonder if the monogrammed towel means that her first name starts with an "M" or if it actually stands for "Mrs."

Today is also Tap Dance Day, but I think Daria will sit this one out. The last thing she needs is to fall mid-step and give Quinn another reason to laugh at her.

Fanfic Update!

• Body Negativity (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Quinn and Nicole are chatting over lunch in the city. Nicole is telling Quinn about her day at work." (Part 3)


• Danny Morgendorffer, by ST91 (parts 64 and 65): "It started with a click. When Daniel turned the lights off, three observers appeared behind the two-way mirrored wall." (Part 65)


• Living in America, by Lady Evil (parts 1 and 2): "At the Zon, Mystic Spiral was performing their new song." (Part 2)


• Love Rollercoaster (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (part 1): "'Tell me again why we're here?' Daria sighed to Jane just after they entered Coney Island Amusement Park with Trent and Rose. The sickeningly happy couple was just ahead of them and wouldn't have looked out of place in a cheesy '90s deodorant commercial."

At Least Her Ex Won't Leave Her Quickly

Ms. Barch doesn't seem to like male turtles any more than she likes human ones, at least judging by her expression for World Turtle Day. Wait--cold-blooded, tough exterior, and part of a non-monogamous relationship? Maybe Barch has more in common with turtles than I thought.

Fandom News!

• Watch and discuss the video of Daria on MTV New Year's Eve 2002.


• Talk about an article regarding the rise and fall of Saturday morning cartoons.

She Does Have a Mouth on Her....

Andrea freaking dares you to mock her new part-time job for National Waiters and Waitresses Day. Just try it. Meanwhile, Daria is still thinking about starting that new life as a waitress. If only the job didn't involve talking to...you know...people.

Today is also the anniversary of the episode "One J at a Time," which aired on this day in 2001. Never mind the A-plot of Quinn trying to choose a steady boyfriend; I could watch an entire episode of Jake and the boys having squirrel-related hi-jinks!

Fanfic Update!

• Body Negativity (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (part 1): "Quinn was seated at the vanity in the master bedroom brushing her hair and getting ready to start her day. Finally, she stopped brushing."


• A c0da to Live By (General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Andril Golthyn, once Dimartani, lived to serve. They said that the evil within Red Mountain was no more. Yet Andril watched all the same."


• Daria in the Background (IC : Daria doesn't need glasses), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "Daria walked towards Brittany’s mansion. She had already seen several of her fellow students as she had walked through the gated estate."

Do the Morgendorffers Even EAT Vegetables?

Helen's a little too prepared for World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day, I see. Helen, just buy a few tomato plants and call it a day, okay? If she really wants to go all-in, I'd suggest she ask the Dewitt-Clinton family for some pointers. If she can get through the cornfield, anyway.

Fandom News!

• What do you consider the most shocking deaths in comics and cartoons?


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Frank Drebin and Sledge Hammer.


• Discuss the narrowly averted bridge disaster in Memphis.

But He Wanted to Take a Sunrise and Sprinkle it With Dew!

Poor Nathan thought today was Rat Pack day, but actually it's Pack Rat Day! Too bad; he had the pants and everything. Still, this would be a good day for Jake and Helen to finally finish cleaning out the garage. They've still got a few arguments left in them, I'm sure.

Today is also the extended deadline for federal income tax filing, so if you haven't gotten that done yet, then...good luck.

Fanfic Update!

• American Beauty, by Lady Evil (parts 4 and 5): "At lunchtime in the cafeteria, Alfred yelled 'Yo, Jamie! Think fast!' Jamie was better at catching than Upchuck and Alfred remembered to hold back just a little this time." (Part 5)


• Old Shames (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "The next afternoon, Rose's normally nocturnal hamster, Butterbean, had woken up. She wanted out of her enclosure, so Rose was giving her some supervised free roaming time in the bathroom."


• Once Upon a Time...., by Kristen Bealer (COMPLETE!): "'I don't have anything to read!' The plaintive voice of six-year-old Daria Morgendorffer interrupted her parents' evening routine of 'just a few more minutes of work' (Helen) and 'just one more martini to unwind' (Jake)."

Head in the Clouds...or Nowhere at All!

I don't think Tiffany is the most likely person to celebrate Astronomy Day; I'd be shocked if she could even spell "astronomy." Still, she's about the flightiest character on the show, so maybe that's appropriate after all?

Back on Earth, today is International Day of Families. I'm not sure many Daria characters will be interested in this one; dysfunctional seems to be the rule rather than the exception there. Maybe some of the Lanes will send each other postcards?

Fandom News!

• Share stories about good soldiers and bad soldiers.


• What do you think was the worst moment in "Road Worrier"?


• Discuss the return of Aqua Teens, Dethklok, and Venture Bros.

The Luck o' the Ditzy!

Tiffany's doing a jig for Leprechaun Day, which really seems like an odd holiday to me. Don't the leprechauns get enough love on St. Patrick's Day? I feel like the Holiday Island version of Leprechaun Day is probably a St. Patrick's Day hanger-on.

Fanfic Update!

• American Beauty, by Lady Evil (part 3): "At Lawndale High, Tiffany and Sandi had bandages over their noses when Quinn approached them. 'I'm really mad at you guys.' she said."


• Bad Day in Balmora (General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Red Mountain fumed in the north and Balmora’s people fumed in the streets."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by ST91 (part 63): "'Well, here we are.' Leo said. 'The mall of millennium.' Jay added."


• Doctor Who - Changes in Time and Space, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (interlude 2): "A quarter of an hour later, the companions met the Doctor in the console room."


• Old Shames (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (part 1): "It was Jeffrey's turn to do the laundry in the house Trent shared with his bandmates. He'd been carrying a basket collecting dirty clothes, and his last stop was Trent's room."

Anyone Got any Pepto?

Okay, I think Daria and Jane should have scaled back a bit. See, it's Eat What You Want Day, but it's still wise to limit the quantity to a reasonable amount. Indigestion is still a thing no matter what day it is.

Fandom News!

• R.I.P, Tawny Kitaen.

Mom, Have You Seen My Sock?

Daria and Jane are observing Lost Sock Memorial Day, although I still think Jane's shirt is a strange place for a memorial. Anyway, let's all observe a moment of silence for all of the socks that we'll never see again.

I should point out that today is both Mother's Day, to celebrate all of our moms, and National Babysitters Day, to give all our moms a break. Have a good one, everyone out there who is--or has--a mother!

Fanfic Update!

• American Beauty, by Lady Evil (parts 1 and 2): "At Lawndale High, Sandi was talking to Joey, Jeffy, and Jamie in the hallway. 'So I said, "Sure, it's a nice car. Do you have enough gas to get to Loserville?"'" (Part 2)


• Clockwork (Iron Chef: Turning 40), by atiyatortilla (COMPLETE!): "Time was something that Jodie Landon never seemed to have enough of."

Pants...In...Space!

Kevin's ready to blast off on a galactic adventure on National Space Day, and I can't think of a more deserving candidate. Look, I'm not going to tell him if you won't.

I'm hoping he's fully dressed in that cannon, though, because today is also National No Pants Day and I really wouldn't put it past him. Someone tell Jake not to celebrate this holiday while singing songs in front of his bedroom window.

Fandom News!

• Share your thoughts on separating the art from the artist when bad behavior is concerned.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Gojira (a/k/a Godzilla) and the Kraken.

Holy Daria on a Bike!

Daria's got the right idea, not only because she's on a bike for Bike to School Day but also because she opted for pants instead of a skirt while riding that bike. I mean, you never know when Upchuck might be lurking, you know?

This is also Cinco de Mayo, a Mexican holiday celebrated widely by Americans, many of whom don't know anything about the holiday aside from the drinking involved. You just know that Kevin's super into this one.

Fanfic Update!

• Call Of The Mild (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Daria and Quinn watch as Jim's Camaro is being loaded onto the back of a wrecker." (Part 3)


• The Creation of Beauty, by Crow Jones (part 4): "'So why did you want to see me after class Daria? Did you want to grab some Pizza again? Grab some books at the bookstore?' Lapis said."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by ST91 (part 62): "Daniel was walking toward the school exit when Quinn joined him. 'I heard you were called in Ms. Li's office! What happened?' she asked worriedly."


• madame aquarius at lawndale high, by madameaquarius (COMPLETE!): "(Jake is driving his daughters to school; Quinn is riding shotgun, Daria is in the back seat)"


• The Past in the Present (Linn's short stories), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "Trent and Jane woke up uncharacteristically early the next morning (before ten, anyway)." (Epilogue)


• Young Americans, by Lady Evil (part 6): "Harriet tried to look dry eyed when she went up to Daria. 'Daria, I need to talk to you alone a moment.' She said, leading her away from the group."

Who Ya Gonna Call? Not Them!

The boys are ready to take on any malicious spirits that show up for National Paranormal Day, but I really don't think this is the ideal team. I mean, Mack is the only one even remotely competent. That said, I would read the heck out of this fanfic, wouldn't you?

Today is also the anniversary of Daria's minor cameo in the comic strip Luann in 1999. A cartoon in a cartoon? I don't think my brain can handle such a thing!

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Johnny Crawford and Olympia Dukakis.

Trent Should Write Him a Jingle to Cheer Him Up!

Although I hate to ruin Happy Herb's happy mood, I should point out that while today is Herb Day, the herbs in question are of the planted variety, not the shady car salesman type. Sorry, Herb!

Today is also Free Comic Book Day, and I'm sure Kevin will be lining up to get his copy of Ratboy! I know we have a handful of comic book enthusiasts in our fandom, so enjoy!

Fanfic Update!

• Call Of The Mild (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (part 1): "Quinn, Daria, Jim, Tommy and Teddy are seated in the audience. Timmy is notably absent. Quinn has a proud smile on her face."


• The Cantons of Vivec ( General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Contiminus Merro, first Imperial to visit Vivec City and come back to write about it, described the place as '... a city of shrines and saints that lies within hollow mountains rising from the churning sea, built by the living god Vivec as a home for his followers.'"


• Daria on the Trail (Daria Landing In Another Fanfiction: An Experiment), by Meester_Lee (part 4): "The Orricks laughed. 'You know, you’re the first Yankee we’ve met on the Trail who knows about such things. Yes, we will grant you Guest Right.'"


• Flames, by atiyatortilla (part 4): "There was no greater feeling than breaking in a new pair of shoes and Tom was taking full advantage of the first official week of his summer break."


• The Past in the Present (Linn's short stories), by Linnofthewoods (part 4): "Amanda, Trent, and Jane settled into a booth at Saffron, a favorite Indian restaurant of theirs. It smelled wonderfully fragrant in there, and the lighting was warm and comforting."


• Sleeping With The Frenemy (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Jim's angry because Daria's new boyfriend, Rocco, is a longtime enemy of his. Not helping matters is the fact that Rocco's so manipulative as to actually have Daria thinking he's a great guy."


• Young Americans, by Lady Evil (part 5): "'I’m telling you, sweetie.' Silvia said to Daria. 'You have got to try an authentic Sicilian pizza one of these days. A true sfincione has a fluffy crust and is covered in fresh tomato sauce and both toma and caciocavallo cheeses. When you have had a slice of sfincione, then you can say you’ve had pizza.'"

What Do You Mean by "International"?!

The Landons actually look kind of cute there, dancing cheek to cheek for International Dance Day. Of course, I'm sure Michele will find some way to take offense at my calling them "cute," so I'll just stop right there before I push too far. The rest of you can bust a move, or not, as you see fit.

Fandom News!

• The New York Times explains the Daria music issue.


• Join the discussion about nicknames.


• Charles RB shares an article, "Why Nerds Are Unpopular."


• R.I.P., Michael Collins.

Now Tell Us the One About Hansel and Gretel!

Daria and her friends (that's right, friends!) are enjoying Tell a Story Day, thanks to Daria's adult library card. Of course, once their parents hear about this it won't be quite as fun. Daria should probably stick to retelling fairy tales, either around a campfire or during baby-sitting jobs. Then again, that could get her in trouble, too. How about some nice poetry? By Allen Ginsberg?

Fanfic Update!

• Flames, by atiyatortilla (part 3): "Despite the previous day’s rough start, Daria allowed herself to be dragged away from the house."


• Sleeping With The Frenemy (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (parts 1 and 2): "As New York is a blue state most of the shooters on the range are people who handle firearms professionally." (Part 2)


• Tommy's War (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Tony is leading the kids on a speed march."


• Young Americans, by Lady Evil (part 4): "'Jamie doesn’t live too far from here.' Alfred said as he drove. 'I’ll pick him up and then Harriet. Lawndale Lanes is some ways off, so we’ll have plenty of time to talk and stuff.'"

A Hair-Raising Holiday

While Quinn is getting her hair done on National Hairstylist Appreciation Day, I very much doubt she's truly appreciating her stylist. Frankly, I'd be surprised if she appreciates anyone who does anything for her, at least during the early seasons.

Today is also World Penguin Day, and if you don't know why that's a significant holiday for this fandom then I'm sure as hell not going to explain it. (shudders)

Fandom News!

• R.I.P, Jim Steinman and Les McKeown.

They Do Call Him "Mad Mack"

Mack's busy concocting...something...for World Laboratory Day! Whatever it is, I don't think Kevin's going to like the results.

Today is also World Book Day, so take the opportunity to curl up with some nice reading material. Except Kevin, who not only doesn't read but will be too busy taste-testing Mack's latest creation.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria: Winter Is Coming, by Meester_Lee (parts 27 and 28): "Despite her fear and worry about Dad, Rikka woke in a good mood. That was the first time she remembered dreaming about her mother in a long time, and it was not only good to see her again but also to know that while she might be dead, she was out there watching over her." (Part 28)


• Fast Forward, by damnshawtysahottie (part 1): "His stubble brushed against my left cheek as the camera started rolling. We had over 1 million subscribers as we were a part of the latest new craze of cremation on ‘Pizza Hut’. But that’s beside the point."


• Flames, by atiyatortilla (parts 1 and 2): "Thin beads of sweat rolled down her neck as Daria fumbled to open Jane’s front door. Even with her new key, the lock felt strange and complicated." (Part 2)


• Is It Fall Yet? Part II, by WildDogJJ (part 2): "Daria, Jane, Quinn, Jim and the triplets were loading their luggage into the back of Santino's SUV."


• The Lawndale File - Facebook Edition (Iron Chef: Facebook episodes), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (COMPLETE!): "Daria Morgendorffer Agents? At Lawndale High? Jane Lane Who are these 'different ones'?"


• The Past in the Present, by Linnofthewoods (parts 2 and 3): "Daria tore out and crumpled another sheet of paper from her notebook. This skit just wasn't coming together no matter what she did." (Part 3)


• Tommy's War (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (parts 1 and 2): "The whole family, including Daria, is seated at the kitchen table having breakfast." (Part 2)


• Young Americans, by Lady Evil (parts 2 and 3): "OK, when do I ask her? Jamie thought as he walked to the cafeteria. Lunch? I don’t really want anyone seeing us together after the embarrassing way she asked me to the spring fling. Maybe I better just wait until after school." (Part 3)

Dogs and People Who Work Like Them

This bulldog, which fandom has named "J.B.," hopes everyone knows that today is National Bulldogs Are Beautiful Day. I mean, you wouldn't disappoint that face, would you?

Today is also Administrative Professionals Day, but poor Marianne doesn't have time to celebrate. Not if Helen has anything to say about it, anyway.

Fandom News!

• Rest in peace, Walter Mondale.

"Man, what a good day to just kick back and chill."

Jake and Helen have certainly figured out how to celebrate National Hanging Out Day, but I wouldn't count on it lasting long. A ringing cell phone or a military school flashback is going to ruin it all any minute now.

Today is also National Garlic Day, which is great for spicing up that Kitchen Sink Stew or for keeping vampires away. Or both!

Fanfic Update!

• Gone Sister Gone (General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Mom and dad were still arguing. Actually, it was more like dad was yelling and mom was just trying to keep him from doing something stupid."


• Hey, Jealousy (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Jim sings along to the song on the radio, a classic from his high school years, as he drives." (Part 3)


• Is It Fall Yet? Part Two, by WildDogJJ (part 1): "It was a summer day in Lower Manhattan. In the East Village at the corner of 8th Street and 3rd Avenue was a pizza parlor called Roy's Pizza and Bagels. Inside, Daria and Jane were conversing over pizza."


• The Past in the Present (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (prologue and part 1): "Back in Lawndale, no one had been in the Lane family household for nearly a month." (Part 1)


• Young Americans, by Lady Evil (part 1): "At Lawndale High, in Mr. DeMartino's class, DeMartino was teaching the students about the Jonestown massacre."

After Lawndale High, a Circus is a Step UP

Mrs. Bennett has chosen a new career path just in time for World Circus Day! Now I'm wondering if those insane economics diagrams were just a gag that the students weren't in on.

Today is also International Bat Appreciation Day, so today's the big day for anyone who's always wanted to sleep upside-down and spread rabies. Just don't tell the folks at Quiet Ivy.

Fandom News!

• Is My Little Pony too violent for China? Discuss it in the thread.


• Talk about the death of Bernie Madoff.


• What movies would you add to the Midnight Madness Hall of Fame?

That High Five Sucks!

Jane is celebrating both World Art Day and That Sucks Day at the same time, which is impressive for a slacker like her. Of course, Jane would never create art that sucks, so she's free to judge everyone else's work, right? Cough.

Today is also National High Five Day, so if you see artwork that doesn't suck then you should slap the palm of your hand against the palm of of the artist's hand. Because that's a thing we do to show appreciation for some reason.

Fanfic Update!

• And So The American Experiment Begins, by Lady Evil (part 6): "'Well, the place looks nice.' Alfred said as he and Daria entered the gym decorated with pastel balloons and crepe paper."


• Daria Ravenclaw: The Year of the Owl, by Meester_Lee (parts 43 and 44): "Daria remembered the next few days for a shopping trip to Diagon Alley and the Christmas parties." (Part 44)


• Daria's Great Adventure, by dmsfanman (part 39): "Daria and Tom were standing about 10 meters (33 feet) from the Soyuz looking back at their ride. It was scorched from the heat of reentry."


• Daria: Winter Is Coming, by Meester_Lee (part 26): "They left for the hospice an hour after breakfast. They took two cars: Jake, Melanie, Jade and Rikka rode in one car while Helen and Quinn rode in the other one: Daria remained behind: she decided that the itchy eyes and runny nose she’d worried about was turning into a full-blown cold."


• Hey, Jealousy (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (part 1): "Jim is having a therapy session with Dr. Lisa Barone. Oddly, Dr. Barone is wearing only a lacy black bra and thong panties and her boobs seem bigger than normal."


• The Sandi of Time (Iron Chef: Turning 40), by Charles RB (COMPLETE!): "Sandi was old enought to remember when the Zon was the grunge club that nobody popular went to and was busted by the health inspector on five seperate occasions one year."

Go For the Triple Word Score!

I don't know what game the Morgendorffers are playing, but it's unlikely to be Scrabble for Scrabble Day. The board is all wonky! Of course, maybe the animators did it that way on purpose to avoid copyright issues?

On this day in 1997, The Sunday Examiner & Chronicle: Parade published an interview with Daria. It's one of the earliest media features, and contains all the snark and one-liners you'd expect!

Fandom News!

• R.I.P., Prince Philip and Anne Beatts.


• bailey0799 wonders about the unofficial Darius epilogue.

Shine On, Harvest Quinn

The three Js are serenading Quinn for Barbershop Quartet Day, but I don't think it's going to work. Not only are they one singer short for a quartet, but Quinn is really more of a "Boyz R Guyz" kind of girl. Nice try, though, fellas!

They might consider getting her an adorable little animal friend for National Pet Day instead, but then again her experience at the pet store might have soured her on animals as well. They really can't win with that one, can they?

Fanfic Update!

• Brittany - Party Time, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 4): "Daria watched Jamie leave. 'Quinn’s already causing trouble!' 'I’ll tell Andrea,' Donna responded."


• A Comedy of Manors (General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Daria knew something was wrong when she woke up and realized that the blurry darkness in front of her eyes was not the same blurry darkness she usually woke up to."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by ST91 (part 61): "So it all comes down to this. Daniel thought as he sat down in one of the two black chairs placed in front of Ms. Li's desk."


• Fifteenth Doctor Adventures, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "It was a dreary day. It had been pouring rain since there was enough light to see by that morning."


• Lie Fishing (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "We see two identical steel bridges crossing the canal at opposite ends. They are the Bourne Bridge and the Sagamore Bridge. Cut to just west of the Bourne Bridge and we see a railroad bridge across the canal that looks like London's Tower Bridge." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Shut Up, Chuck! (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "As she got ready for work, Rose sprayed a blend of water and conditioner into her hair to rejuvenate the curls and began to reflect on how her life was going."

If You're Going Through Buxton Ridge, Keep Going!

Jake's looking quite distinguished (among other things) for Winston Churchill Day, but I wouldn't expect any quotable speeches from him. Unless "Gah, dammit!" is your kind of inspirational phrase.

If Jake wants everyone to call him Winston Churchill now, then today's the right day for it: Name Yourself Day! Dibs on Esmerelda.

Fandom News!

• Spacebattles was down, but now it's back.


• Share any surprising fandom distinctions that you've discovered.


• Talk about cartoons that deserve better reboots.

Bottled Up

I think Jesse has taken National Beer Day much too far, but I guess he doesn't seem upset about it. I suspect Kevin's going to be celebrating this one, either by smashing cans on his head or singing all the way down from ninety-nine. Anyone else doubtful that he can count to ninety-nine at all, let alone backwards?

Today is also the anniversary for the episodes "This Year's Model" in 1997 and "I Loathe a Parade" in 2000. The Fashion Club got plenty of chances to pose in both, and Daria managed to torpedo their efforts both times. Everyone got to use their strengths!

Fanfic Update!

• And So The American Experiment Begins, by Lady Evil (part 5): "Helen went upstairs to get her daughters. 'Girls, both of the boys are here. Oh, Quinn, you look lovely! That hairdo is so cute!'"


• Common Ground (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (part 3): "'I can't believe I'm doing this,' Daria spoke to Godzilla as she brushed her hair. 'I'm going into a movie theater full of little kids just so I can watch something I love way too much from my childhood.'"


• The Creation of Beauty, by Crow Jones (part 3): "Quinn looked in the mirror at the damage her sister did yesterday. Her cheek had completely healed from the initial slap that she had landed, that was good."


• Daria and Jane Discuss... Why the Morgendorffers Don't Celebrate Easter (Scenes No Daria fanfic should have: The Closing Walls of Schloss Morgendorffer and Casa Lane), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "JANE: 'Hey Daria.' DARIA: 'What Jane?' JANE: 'You know that Easter is tomorrow and I was wondering...'"


• Daria on the Trail (Daria Landing In Another Fanfiction: An Experiment), by Meester_Lee (part 3): "Oh, boy, she thought. I’m definitely back in the Wild West era."


• A Kiss to Build a Scream On (General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Quinn Morgendorffer, first of her name (so far as she knew), finally had the world in her grasp."


• Too Sexy For Her Brain (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Daria and Anderson are hastily throwing their clothes back on. Both of them visibly regret what they did the night before."

It Was One Slice Too Many....

Looks like Daria and Jane overdid it for Deep Dish Pizza Day, but someone should have warned them that deep dish is more filling than regular pizza. Not that that would have stopped them. For those two, "pizza" and "moderation" don't go together.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Diane Chambers and Rebecca Howe.

How About a Party of One?

Daria's really not into World Party Day, but given the kind of people she's with, can you blame her? My favorite parties are smaller affairs, quieter and cozy. It's reading, okay? It's sitting alone at home and reading.

Today is also Find a Rainbow Day, and if you can't find one, just ask Kevin. Apparently he's good at both creating rainbows and knocking down doors.

Fanfic Update!

• And So The American Experiment Begins, by Lady Evil (part 4): "'Do you seriously call this a maze?' Ms. Barch asked as Brittany put a slice of American cheese on a maze on the back of a box of Cocoa Puffs."


• Doctor Who - Changes in Time and Space, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 11): "The Doctor and Felicia entered a large underground chamber from the staircase they had just descended. 'He must’ve extended a natural cave,' Felicia said."


• I STAY, by O-L-D-D (part 6): "There was only one other time Jane had seen Daria in a bedraggled state and that was during their failed trip to Alternapalooza."


• Tommy The Terrible (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Jim has sinced calmed down and is trying to coax Tommy into literally coming out of the closet."


• Too Sexy For Her Brain (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (parts 1 and 2): "The bathroom door opens. Daria emerges with wet hair wearing a bathrobe, indicating that she's just taken a shower. Carrying her sleepwear in a bundle she makes her way down stairs." (Part 2)


• Unnamed story (World's Shortest Crossover XV: A New Era In Crossovers), by Linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "A young Pokemon trainer from Lawndale had finally earned enough gym badges to challenge the gym in his hometown, and with his partner, Hawlucha, he had just made quick work of the last trainer he needed to defeat before finally taking on the leader himself: Trent."

April Fool...and May...and June...and July....

I can't think of anyone more appropriate to play the fool for April Fools' Day than O'Neill, although it would be nice if he could be just a little less clueless on the other 364 days of the year. Just remember: don't believe anything anyone tells you today. Except for that part about not believing things people tell you. You can believe that.

Hey, remember when all of our possessions rose up in revolt against us and overthrew civilization as we knew it? Good times.

Fandom News!

• cfardell_Brenorenz29 posted a new Iron Chef: Turning 40.


• Dervish wonders about those who give awards.


• What is the biggest non Daria influence on your Daria fanfics?

Words and Pictures!

Jake's all ready to paint a masterpiece in honor of Vincent van Gogh's birth on this day in 1853, but I think cutting off his ear was a step too far. If nothing else, how will he hear Daria's critique of his artwork?

Then again, Daria might be too busy re-reading Black Beauty to celebrate the anniversary of Anna Sewell's birth on this day in 1820. We know it's one of her childhood favorites, but it may also come with memories of her parents arguing. So maybe she'd better pick something else.

Fanfic Update!

• Analyze Jim (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (COMPLETE!): "Jim was back for another therapy session. He sat in the patient's chair hanging his head in shame over this. He was ashamed of the fact that he even needed help in the first place." (Part 3)


• And So The American Experiment Begins, by Lady Evil (parts 2 and 3): "In the Morgendorffer garage, Quinn watched from the doorway as Alfred sanded and blew on a piece of wood. She tried not to faint with ecstasy at the sight." (Part 3)


• Common Ground (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (part 2): "The following late afternoon, Daria emerged from the subway car holding her breath with a disgusted expression; she'd been stuck sitting next to a man who smelled so bad that she wondered if his stench could peel paint off of walls."


• Daria on the Trail (Daria Landing In Another Fanfiction: An Experiment), by Meester_Lee (part 2): "Despite Daria’s suspicions and the temptation to give in to panic, she knew that observation and keeping a clear head were the keys to survival."


• Tommy The Terrible (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (parts 1 and 2): "Both Quinn and Jim are dressed in their Sunday best on account of it being Sunday morning. Tommy, Timmy and Teddy are wearing suits and ties. None of the kids are thrilled to dress like this." (Part 2)


• Winter Is Coming, by Meester_Lee (part 28): "Breeze hit the REWIND and PLAY buttons to listen to her daughter’s message again."

I'm Sure It's Just a Mild Cold....

Either Trent is really appreciating Weed Appreciation Day or he's just super content about something. His laid-back attitude and recurring cough make me suspect the former, but he'll probably be disappointed to learn that the weed in question is not of the recreational type.

Today is also the anniversary of the movie The Birds, which was released on this day in 1963. If any birds attack, just put Quinn in charge of them. They don't seem to last long around her!

Fandom News!

• Jabe_Shepherd shares his analysis of Beavis and Butt-Head's impression on Daria’s character.


• Talk about when dubbed over cartoons are censored and yet they keep part of what needed to be censored in.


• Rest in peace, Larry McMurtry and Beverly Cleary.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Doris Lang.

Sandi REALLY Has a Big Mouth!

In a switcheroo, a lady looks like a dude because Sandi's impersonating Steven Tyler for the singer's birthday today! Just so you're all aware, that was Steven Tyler, not Steven Taylor. As far as I know, Steven Tyler doesn't decorate his home in early petting zoo.

Today is also the anniversary of the episode "Lucky Strike" in 2001. Not only did that episode give us a rare DeMartino Triumphant moment, but he also got a lot of good lines. I mean, "This is Goodwill polyester I've been sweating in all night. I want to picket naked!"? Hilarious.

Fanfic Update!

• America the Beautiful, by Lady Evil (part 4): "In the school auditorium, Ms. Li stood on stage at the podium during a school assembly."


• Analyze Jim (The Carbones), by WildDogJJ (part 1): "The Carbone family (Quinn, Jim, Tommy, Timmy and Teddy) , plus Daria, are sitting down at the kitchen table having dinner. Tommy was telling an animated story about his day."


• And So The American Experiment Begins, by Lady Evil (part 1): "In Ms. Barch's class, Ms, Barch was describing how positive reinforcement affected animal behavior."


• Ashtrapped (General "Daria in Morrowind" Thread), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "The caravanner studied the silt strider's exposed brain with watchful eyes. She raised her right hand, hesitated for a moment, and then pressed her index and middle fingers into a whorl on the organ's gray and rubbery surface."


• Common Ground (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by Linnofthewoods (part 1): "It had been a long day of work and brainstorming for Daria Morgendorffer. She finally felt satisfied enough with her script for 'Late Night with Dennis Monahan.'"


• Did I Really Just Do That? (Creative Writing - My class submissions), by neonhomer (COMPLETE!): "'So? What do you think?' Matt said to his father as they sat at the kitchen table during dinner."


• Twenty Years Later, by WildDogJJ (part 1): "Daria Morgendorffer sat alone in her apartment in Hells Kitchen. She just stared at the blank computer screen and wondered what the hell was wrong with her."