Chug, Chug, Chug!

Jake's apparently going to down the entire National Eggnog Month's worth of eggnog in one go, but I hope the rest of you celebrate a bit more moderately. If nothing else, the last thing you want is to drink some out-of-season nog and hallucinate about the personifications of holidays.

Today is also Eat a Red Apple Day, so maybe Jake should add something healthy to that all-nog diet. I'm not sure why the apple has to be red, though. Anti-Granny Smith discrimination?

Fandom News!

• Discuss a hypothetical Season 6 and 9/11.


• Two-Eyed Charlie interviews welltemperedclavier.


• DIsaac is looking for beta readers for his new Rude Awakening story.

Click, Click, Spend!

Quinn's all in for online shopping on Cyber Monday, and I wonder how the Fashion Club would feel about online shopping now that it's mainstream. On the one hand, you can't try the clothes on before you buy them and I'm sure the girls are all about the thrill of the hunt. On the other hand, no shopper's cramp and they can shop without having to mingle with undesirables. What do you think?

While everyone else is shopping, Mrs. Johanssen and I will just settle in for National Chocolates Day. Not that I need an excuse, of course.

Fanfic Update!

• The Background Blues, by welltemperedclavier (parts 1 - 4): "Way at the back of the Lawndale High auditorium, out of mind and almost out of sight for the theater kids wiling away their lunch break on the stage and the front rows, stood Shane and Mason, up to no good." (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4)


• A Daria and Quinn Christmas, by WildDogJJ (part 1 and 2): "Daria and Jane are standing in front of the school entrance as snow continues to fall. They are visibly uncomfortable." (Part 2)


• Daria Ravenclaw: The Year of the Owl, by Meester_Lee (part 50): "'Where to next?' said Daria. 'Euston Station!' said Mr. Fink-Nottle. 'We’ll take a train from London to Birmingham, then catch another train home.'"


• The Engineer and the Time Lady, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 11): "The Baffin entered into orbit over the far side of the Moon. Lieutenant Daniela Hernandez sighed in relief."


• Esteemgossip (Iron Chef: Lawndale High Gossip Thread), by shiva (COMPLETE!): "SONIA: 'Hey Melissa.' MELISSA: 'What?' SONIA: 'Did you hear what happened at the assembly that the PedoNeill held?'"


• Fizzled Out, by Erin M. (part 5): "A week later, it began. A few posters in the hall, my ass, Jane thought, frowning when she entered the school on Monday."


• Me and My Big Mouth, by Lady Evil (part 2): "'The Big One Three!' Connie said as Clarissa went through some cards the Bennett’s extended family had sent her. (Some with money.)"


• The Theory of Relativity (Scenes No Daria fanfic should have: The Closing Walls of Schloss Morgendorffer and Casa Lane), by Smijey (part 2): "'You know, Helen, Rita, I was hoping to find Daria and sweep her away from our family's typical brand of calamity, but this is pretty nice, too,' Amy said."


• This Limbo I’m In, by Two-Eyed Charlie (part 1): "Jane’s eyelids tried to fight back, but eventually they ceased their disagreement with the concept of 'waking' and let Jane start to see the world that existed outside of Dreamland."

Hey Joe...die!

Jodie's embracing her inner rebel on the anniversary of Jimi Hendrix's birth in 1942. I don't think guitar burning counts as an extracurricular activity, but even worse is how her parents will react when they find out she's not volunteering at the animal shelter right now.

Today is also Pins and Needles Day, so you should either get very anxious about something or thread a needle for Jake. Just don't piss off that camel.

Fandom News!

• shiva posted a new Iron Chef: Lawndale High Gossip Thread.

Giving Thanks...For Peace and Quiet

Looks like Quinn's not having a great Thanksgiving, but on the bright side the Morgendorffers' holiday table will be much more peaceful. Until the in-laws show up, that is.

Here are a few Thanksgiving-themed Daria fics, although it's not an exhaustive list. If you know some that I've left out, please post them in the comments!

• Arrivals and Returns (Falling Into College), by RLobinske


• Be Careful What You Wish For, by Angelinhel


• Bitter Harvest (The Heather/Damsel Chronicles), by NightGoblyn


• Daria Went Down to Georgia (Falling Into College), by RLobinske


• For This, We're Thankful (Falling Into College), by RLobinske


• Home for Thanksgiving (Falling Into College), by RLobinske


• Meanwhile In..., by Wyvern337


• Over the River and Through the Mood Swings, by Kristen Bealer


• Pause in the Air and Thanks Giving, by The Angst Guy


• Thanksgiving with the Griffins, by Komotose


• Thanks, but no Thanks-giving, by Matt


• Turkey Days, by Patrick Moore


• Where Do We Go From Here? (Daria/Dorian) by LadieT

Fanfic Update!

• Beach Party Invitation, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "Daria Morgendorffer approached the counter with trepidation. She didn’t know what the cafeteria staff were serving up today."


• Bobbie Caller: College Years, by meesterlee (part 1): "The Texas school year isn’t like that of other states. Some places have the stereotypical start-up either when fall is in the air or when it’s starting to cool down."


• Daria and Quinn, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Teddy's room did not look like an eight-year-old boy's room." (Part 3)


• Daria in the Background (IC : Daria doesn't need glasses), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "After distracting Kevin from the chips, Brittany again looked for Daria. She soon found her in a corner. ‘Of course!’ She went over to her. 'Daria?'"


• Daria Ravenclaw: The Year of the Owl, by Meester_Lee (part 47 - 49): "So. Valentine’s Day cards? Where to find them? Valentine’s Day was coming up and Daria wondered who might have them." (Part 48) (Part 49)


• Fizzled Out, by Erin M. (part 4): "'Are you sure you really want to do this?' Tom asked as he and Jane walked down the abandoned hallways of Lawndale High towards the auditorium."


• this be the chorus, by clytemnestras (COMPLETE!): "Trent may be slumped against the kitchen door like his bones were always supposed to fall that way, but Jane knows he's keeping his back to her on purpose."


• Wheat Thinsgiving, by breitasparrow (COMPLETE!): "It was Thanksgiving week, and unlike most years, Jake decided he wanted to deep-fry a turkey Wednesday night."

Have a Nutty, Nutty Holiday!

Jake's all set to celebrate National Cashew Day by eating the CEO of nuts. I think Daria will pass on this one, though, because I'm sure she's had more than her fill of nuts, thank you very much.

And happy anniversary to this very blog! It's been a long strange trip and I don't expect it to end anytime soon.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Top Cat's gang and the Catillac Cats.


• How would Daria work as a Time Loops Fanfiction Project?


• linnofthewoods interviews Two-Eyed Charlie.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Logan the Sandman and Rick Deckard.


• Who's the most popular person at Lawndale High?


• wouter noticed something about Beavis and Butt-Head as a series.

That Goth

Happy birthday to Marlo Thomas, born on this day in 1937 and portrayed reluctantly by Andrea on the right. I mean, you can feel the disdain rolling off that image, can't you?

Today is also False Confession Day, so why not confess to a crime you didn't commit? Oh, right--because of the jail time. Well, we can always confess to murdering Kevin Thompson. All the cool kids were doing it!

Fanfic Update!

• Looking Her Best (IronChef: Val's Wrinkles), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'Out damn wrinkles, out I say!' Val snarled at her reflection, the elaborate mix of face creams having just been wiped away."


• Mega Mall Mega Problems, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "Ronnie wasn’t that surprised when the teacher called her to her desk. 'Yes, Miss Lane?'"


• The Musician's Daughter, by wilddogjj (part 2): "In Middleton was a dive bar called "Wackjob's" that was a popular hangout with the students at Middleton College. It was Friday night and the place was packed. On stage were Trent, Jessie, Max and Nick. Trent walked up to the microphone."

No Toilets in the Woods, I'm Afraid!

Daria's spending some quality time with her good friend Talking Toilet for World Toilet Day, and I hope Jake's celebrating by checking the toilet paper supply before he sits down. We don't need another parade fiasco.

Today is also National Camp Day, so the Morgendorffers might make the ill-advised choice to spend another week-end in the woods. If so, Helen will definitely be checking the toilet paper supply before they go.

Fandom News!

• Talk about some amusing snowplow names.


• Szcz posted a new Iron Chef: Val's Wrinkles.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Top Cat's gang and the Catillac Cats.

Take Some Bread Along on Your Hike!

Helen clearly isn't in the mood to celebrate Homemade Bread Day, but she's doing it anyway because that's just the kind of person she is. The kind who doesn't let common sense stand in the way of mindless busywork.

On the other hand, Mr. DeMartino will be pleased to know that today is also Take a Hike Day. Or he will when he gets back from his hike, because he wouldn't wait for Take a Hike Day for his hike--he hikes...wait for it...whenever he feels like it!

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 79 and 80): "Minimalist, Spartan, miserable. These were the adjectives that came to Daniel's mind when he walked into Café Lawndale, formerly alt.lawndale.com." (Part 80)


• Dawson's Creek - Alternate Season 5 + Daria, by Son_of_a_Preacherman (part 5): "The Frat House was having a party. They had parties all the time, but this one was different. It had to be bigger and better than usual."


• Quinn's Code 16: The Geek's Expose, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 3): "Jennifer rang the doorbell. As expected, Helen opened the door. 'Both Daria and Quinn are still asleep,' she said."


• The Story of D – Facebook Edition (Iron Chef: Facebook episodes), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (COMPLETE!): "Helen Morgendorffer -> Rita Chalmers But, if Erin never loved him, why'd she marry him in the first place?"


• 20 Minutes From Now..., by Erin M (part 1): "Uhhhh...what happened? This had better work, Mr. Ruttheimer."


• A Visit From The Goon Squad, by Two-Eyed Charlie (COMPLETE!): "They were all seated around the Morgendorffer’s dinner table again, except this time there was a phone in the middle."


• The Whitest Daria You Know, Presents: In Spirit of Hamlet (Scenes no Daria fanfic should have), by Charles RB (COMPLETE!): "'We should congratulate him,' said Daria as she watched Tommy Sherman at work. 'He must have worked very hard to be a jerk this quickly.'"

But Don't Recycle Your Fashions!

I see Stacy and Sandi are celebrating America Recycles Day...or at least Stacy is. America might recycle, but Sandi is clearly a conscientious objector.

Today is also Clean Your Refrigerator Day, so might as well toss any old food while you're already getting your hands dirty. Don't worry about that red stuff...it's probably just cranberry juice. Probably.

Fandom News!

• The PPMB is back! Hooray!


• genocl shares their Daria pixel art.


• Talk about the news (or lack of) regarding the Beavis and Butt-head reboot.


• quinnthegod posted a new Iron Chef: Pregnant Quinn.


• Erin M interviews linnofthewoods.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Milton C. Hardcastle and Judy Sheindlin.

Awwwwwwwwwww!

Jane's got the right idea for National Hug a Musician Day, although some might quibble at the description of Trent as a "musician." Still, any excuse for a family hug is a good one.

On a similar note, today is also Caregiver Appreciation Day. The question is, between Jane and Trent, who takes care of whom?

Fanfic Update!

• C'est La Vie, by wilddogjj (part 1): "Quinn's Cadillac Escalade was heading towards JFK International Airport. Inside the SUV, Quinn was driving while Jim rode shotgun and the triplets were in the back."


• Dawson's Creek - Alternate Season 5 + Daria, by Son_of_a_Preacherman (part 4): "'Hello listeners' Jen announced 'I'm here today with Charlie Todd, lead singer of Feel Loves Fury' 'Yo' 'And Mystik Spiral lead singer Trent Lane' 'Hi there'"


• Godzilla: the Cowardly Cat, by Two-Eyed Charlie (COMPLETE!): "Daria Morgendorffer had started bringing her cat, Godzilla, to work a few months ago—right around the time her boss, David Wollgreen, decided that homes were things people other than his writing staff got to enjoy."

Seems Uncultured to Wipe Your Mouth on Them....

Jane's stopping Jake before he tries to claim that World Origami Day is only for paper. Turns out cloth counts, too, so just enjoy Jane's awesome napkin duckies, okay?

Today is also Veterans Day, so be sure to thank a veteran and stay out of the way of the Holiday Island version.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Maxwell Smart and Austin Powers.


• RIP, Dean Stockwell.

Art and Reading Go Great Together!

Well, Jane is observing Go to an Art Museum Day but it doesn't look like she's having a good time. Then again, maybe picking on artwork she doesn't like is her idea of a good time. Who am I to judge?

Today is also Young Readers Day, which Daria has celebrated every day since she was young and able to read. Hey, we're all young at heart, right? So read a book!

Fanfic Update!

• Bravo Zulu - A Lawndale High Story, by benson (part 3): "The sliver of rising sun peaked over the hills surrounding the valley. The morning dew would turn to frost in the coming months. For now, Lawndale's athletic field was still slick, the soil giving way under the running gait."


• Come And Knock On Our Door, by ladyevil (part 4): "'Let’s go over here.' Vixx suggested when they got to the park. 'More shade.' The three people spying on them took the advantage of this to hide behind the trees."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (part 78): "Thursday went by in an instant. Daniel was so busy choosing the best of his stories that he hardly noticed what happened around him."


• Dawson's Creek - Alternate Season 5 + Daria, by Son_of_a_Preacherman (part 2): "Dawson arrived at Boston South way too early, but it was the only train he could get a short notice. Besides, he wanted to spend the full day there."


• Fizzled Out, by Erin M (part 3): "Leonard Lamm was a handsome, well-dressed, outgoing, fairly pleasant 35-year old with an expensive watch and a way of putting anyone he was talking to at ease."

Sounds Like a Good Way to Get Mauled

Well, Daria has a bear and it's Hug a Bear Day, but I think that particular bear is too small for a good hug. Unless today is actually Huggy Bear, but I wouldn't suggest hugging him either.

I hope everyone remembered to set their clocks back one hour for daylight saving! That is, everyone who lives in an area that still has to deal with this ridiculousness twice a year.

Fandom News!

• entrancedcat interviews Erin M.

Bollocks to Red Hair!

Quinn is admiring her very favorite redhead for National Love Your Red Hair Day, and being admired right back. I love those storybook romances, don't you?

Today is also Guy Fawkes Night, and interestingly, it turns out Guy Fawkes had red (or at least reddish-brown) hair! I'm pretty sure that's where any similarity between him and Quinn ends, though.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 76 and 77): "Daniel hadn't expected to be welcomed with open arms, but he hadn't expected all that hostility to be there either." (Part 77)


• Daria Cuckoos Egg, by meesterlee (part 6): "Quinn walked into the living room to find Renee was watching television. It was one of the Spanish-language channels again."


• Dawson's Creek - Alternate Season 5 + Daria, by Son_of_a_Preacherman (part 1): "Melody Powers watched his chest rise and fall as he slept, and smiled."


• Equestria Hurls, by Erin M (parts 1 and 2): "'This was NOT how I expected to be spending graduation!' Rarity cried as she threw her hands up, generating a large hexagonal crystal shield in front of her." (Part 2)


• Fizzled Out, by Erin M (part 2): "A few days later, things started getting even more stupid and desperate at Lawndale High than usual. As Jane found out in English class."


• The Game, by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "Oh, those brats had it coming!" (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5)


• Prehistoric Giant Dragonflies, by Blake C Stacey (BlakeStacey) (COMPLETE!): "The skirt, Genevieve decided, was not her. She was not a skirt person, and this one in particular made her realize just how off the wrong length could actually look."


• Reflections, by atiyatortilla (part 2): "A modern playlist was not what they'd agreed upon but Sandi knew better than to press Quinn on her music selection."


• A Visit From The Goon Squad, by Two-Eyed Charlie (part 2): "It turned out that Carter’s plan was fool-proof. Or at least it was scary enough that MNC Financial actually agreed to it without much of a fight."

That is One Stressful Sandwich

I know that it's Sandwich Day, but I really don't think I'll ever be that desperate. I'll just make my own sandwich with fresh bread that has never touched Daria's butt. Sound good?

Today is also National Stress Awareness Day, and no one is more aware of stress than Jake. "Stressed? Why do people keep telling me I'm stressed? If I weren't stressed, I'd get stressed by everyone telling me I'm stressed!"

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Lady Jaye and Mercy Graves.


• tafka interviews entrancedcat.


• Talk about fan author The Unknown.

Can We Just Eat the Toothpaste for Dinner?

Looks like Jake is celebrating the Morgendorffers' least favorite holiday, National Men Make Dinner Day! You know, I pick on Jake but at least he makes the effort. Helen serves so much frozen lasagna I'm assuming she holds shares in Stouffer's.

After you finish your Kitchen Sink Stew, remember to clean your teeth because it's also National Brush Day. I hope Trent finally found his own toothbrush, because he can't just keep borrowing Jane's. I mean, if nothing else it's just kind of gross.

Fanfic Update!

• Afternoon off (Scenes no Daria fanfic should have), by JPAGC (COMPLETE!): "In her room, Daria was in her seven heavens. It was late afternoon, school was finished for the day, Helen had phoned saying she would be working late, Quinn was away in one of her friends houses, plotting the next week fashion commandments, and Jake was away on business until the next day."


• Baby Fever, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Quinn and Jim were in bed. Jim was in shock because Quinn just dropped a major bombshell on him." (Part 3)


• Come And Knock On Our Door, by ladyevil (part 3): "'Thanks for the ride, Alfred.' Daria told him as they entered the lobby of Playhouse 99."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 73 - 75): "That evening Daniel struggled to fall asleep. The discussion with his father resonated in a loop in his mind." (Part 74) (Part 75)


• A Stunner, by Anonymous (COMPLETE!): "Daria came to the party dressed like Elton John at his Dodger Stadium show. She did it because no one expected her to do it, and she did it because she wanted to be a little daring."


• Bats and Wolves, by hideousmirror (COMPLETE!): "'Nice costume!' A blood-stained doctor said to Daria. 'Thanks.' Daria said, ensuring to bare her frighteningly large and sharp teeth."

It's Time for Pre-Halloween Festivities!

Young Daria is ready to go for National Trick or Treat Day, and I hope she gets plenty of candy. Or at least, I hope she gets more than Young Quinn does.

If candy isn't your thing, there's always Mischief Night. The Holiday Island version of Halloween will probably be participating, even though it's not technically her holiday. It's probably kind of like her hooligan cousin.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Captain America and Zartan.


• Talk about Batman in his various forms.

One Of My Favorite Holidays!

Daria and Tom are absolutely doing National Chocolate Day right. Not only are they eating chocolate, but it's chocolate that belongs to someone else! As Jane might say, unauthorized chocolate.

Today is also International Animation Day, which for Daria characters is every day. Except Trent, who is the opposite of animated.

Fanfic Update!

• Baby Fever, by wilddogjj (part 1): "Quinn and Jim were in the checkout line loading groceries onto the conveyer belt. Behind them was a young brunette woman trying to soothe her crying baby."


• Come And Knock On Our Door, by ladyevil (part 2): "Jane picked up the phone to see what Daria was up to and heard Trent on the extension. 'Yeah, the sun’ll be setting when the movie lets out.' she heard Trent say."


• Daria: Dark Goddess (Iron Chef: Daria and the Gang and Halloween), by meesterlee (part 1): "'Jane, could I talk to you?' said Daria. 'Sure,' said Jane. 'Here or over pizza?'"


• Fizzled Out, by Erin M (part 1): "January came to Lawndale like it usually did, cold and windy. The elevation of the town was too low for snow, but the winds came in like crazy, chilling everyone unlucky enough to be outdoors."


• Origin Story, by Erin M (COMPLETE!): "I’ve always liked games. There’s a structure to them that appeals to me, with just enough of a random element to keep things from being boring and predictable."


• Tell Me I'm a Wreck, by conquerlove (fullbrightness) (part 6): "After what feels like a year, I’m finally going in to see Trent and judge the damage for myself. Jane is still at his side, and her jerk of a boyfriend-I mean, mildly irritating boyfriend-goes into the room before I do to gently coax her out."


• A Visit From The Goon Squad, by Two-Eyed Charlie (part 1): "So that was a bit embarrassing."

Dawn is the New Spice Girl, Pumpkin Spice!

Dawn's ready for National Pumpkin Day...are you? Just for the record, you don't have to turn into a pumpkin to celebrate. I mean, unless you really want to. I'm not here to micromanage.

Today is also the anniversary of the gunfight at the O.K. Corral in 1881. It ended in much more bloodshed than the Okay To Cry Corral, but I'm sure it was also far less annoying.

Fandom News!

• Join in the new Round Robin Iron Chef, Daria: TIE Fighter Trainee.


• Kristen Bealer interviews tafka.


• Can anyone help drnogood find the Daria/Power Rangers story "Singed Rainbow" by Lord Yellowtail?


• Recommend fanfics in a new thread.

Now Imagine Ruth and Mrs. Barksdale TOGETHER!

I'm going to guess that Mother-In-Law Day isn't one of Helen's favorite holidays, for obvious reasons. Of course, she doesn't have too much room to complain given that Jake's mother-in-law isn't so great, either.

Also on this day in 2000, Wraith posted an essay about "See Jane Run." Check it out if you haven't read it yet!

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 71 and 72): "'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." (Part 72)


• Daria: Cuckoo's Egg, by meesterlee (part 5): "She’d tried. If she hadn’t been able to contact Jackie Handley, she’d managed to her mother. Maybe Jackie would call back, or maybe she wouldn’t. There wasn’t anything to do except wait. At least as far as Quinn was concerned."


• Triplets Of Terror, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "After they came back from trick-or-treating, the Carbone triplets sat around the kitchen table to take stock of the candy they've received. They'd gone from that to telling scary stories."

"Munch the nutty, nutty?"

Daria says that you are all welcome to celebrate National Nut Day, but if you think she's going to smile for you then you're nuts. Jake will, of course, be indulging in cashews--the CEOs of nuts!

Today is also the anniversary of the birth of Timothy Leary in 1920. I'm not sure where "they" are on replacing him, but I'll have to check with Coyote on that.

Fandom News!

• Discuss the finally-to-be-released History of the World, Part 2.


• powertoolsforgirls has started an art thread.


• Join in the new Round Robin: Live Action Daria.


• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Lex Luthor and Shredder.

Sleep and Write...What a Great Day!

Trent is off to a great start for International Sloth Day, and if he can hold that pose for the rest of the day he'll be just fine. Odds are in his favor. For anyone in doubt about how to celebrate this holiday, follow Mr. DeMartino's advice: "Conserve your energy. Do as little as possible. Pretend you're in class!"

Today is also National Day on Writing, and I'm sure Daria will be writing today (as she does most days). Will she write about sloths? Only if those sloths kill a lot of communists.

Fanfic Update!

• Come And Knock On Our Door, by ladyevil (part 1): "It was Saturday night at the Zon. 'Hi, we’re Mystic Spiral.' Trent said. 'But we’re thinking of changing the name. We’re gonna do a new song tonight. My friend Daria came up with the lyrics.'"


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (part 69 snd 70): "'Everything ok?' asked Charles when Daniel was back. 'Yes, just a talk with my little sister and her friends.' Daniel answered." (Part 70)


• Daria: Cuckoos Egg, by meesterlee (parts 2 - 4): "The sedan drove down one of the main streets of the American suburb, paused, then turned right at a cross-street. It was a typical, non-descript American sedan, one with US GSA license plates, a not-uncommon sight closer to Washington, but not so much in Lawndale." (Part 3) (Part 4)


• How To Say Goodbye And Mean It, by Two-Eyed Charlie (COMPLETE!): "TV was fine. Mystik Spiral’s concert was fine, in that very loose sense that meant nobody had caught on fire and Cage in a Rage didn’t start a hate-riot."


• Sarcasm always wins, by EyeMidnight (part 1): "I'm thinking back to our move just a few days ago from Highland, TX to Lawndale, MD. It was a hell of a drive. Mom constantly on the phone, Dad cursing everything, Quinn being a nuisance."


• Triplets Of Terror, by wilddogjj (parts 1 and 2): "Quinn and Daria are standing next to each other on stage and looking directly at the audience. Quinn: 'Hi, everyone. Before we start the show we feel it's necessary to begin with a little disclaimer.'" (Part 2)


• Hamster Wheel (Linn's creative thread), by linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "It was about an hour after dinner, and Rose's orange and white hamster, Butterbean, emerged from her burrow."

Get Out the Shaving Cream!

Poor Mr. O'Neill is, as usual, completely off the mark. See, today is No Beard Day, and of course he picks today to show up with a beard. I mean, aside from Ms. Barch. Come to think of it, I don't think very many Daria characters have beards. I guess Trent's goatee counts, but that's the only main character with facial hair that comes to mind. Perhaps beards are a pain to animate?

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Margaret Wade and Lucy Van Pelt.


• Discuss the upcoming municipal election in Alberta.


• WildDogJJ interviews Kristen Bealer.

Who's the Boss?

Eric is all a-flutter because he just remembered that it's National Boss's Day and he has to make sure that he asked Helen to send him a card. Knowing Helen, she already made Marianne do it.

Today is also World Food Day, so celebrate by eating food at some point today. I know I will!

Fanfic Update!

• Career Daze, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Mrs. Donnelly is addressing her second grade class. The students include Rachel White, the Sloane Twins (Shane and Lexi), Mike Cucina, Steve Sullivan and the Carbone Triplets (Tommy, Timmy and Teddy)." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 67 and 68): "It started with a click. When Daniel turned the lights off, three observers appeared behind the two-way mirrored wall." (Part 68)


• Fate For Breakfast, by Two-Eyed Charlie (part 1): "They knew this day would come eventually, and if everything went to plan, it wouldn’t be that big of a deal. Just big enough of a deal that Lawndale would know Jane Lane and Daria Morgendorffer had long memories and should quake in fear if they ever returned."


• It's Alternative, by hideousmirror (part 1): "College life was just as dreary as high school was, well at least it was a little more freeing and the classes were more to her liking. But Daria Morgendorffer was just as miserable in Boston as she was in Lawndale."


• Who Will Survive In America?, by ladyevil (COMPLETE!): "The ride home was dead silent with Daria in the back and her parents up front. 'If you want me to apologize,' Daria said. 'You’ll have to wait a long time.'"

Be Bald and Fed!

Max the wannabe criminale is happy to celebrate Be Bald and Free Day, especially now that Jane has freed him and the rest of the band from the slammer. I'm glad he survived the harrowing experience, aren't you?

Speaking of "Speedtrapped," I hope Jesse still has some of that once-frozen cake, because it's National Dessert Day! Who wouldn't want cake that Jesse's been keeping in his pockets for most of a day? Aside from everyone, that is.

Fandom News!

• meesterlee posted an Iron Chef: Daria and the Gang and Halloween.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between The Crypt-Keeper and Svengoolie.


• Are you familiar with (or are you yourself) any show-era fics and writers?

Frustrated Farmers, Unite!

Helen will not be pleased to learn that today isn't Farmer's Day...it's Old Farmer's Day. If Linda finds out about this, then Helen will never hear the end of it.

Today is also Moment of Frustration Day, which would be perfect for Mr. DeMartino except that there's no way he'll be able to limit himself to just one moment. Buckle up, folks.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 64 - 66): "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." (Part 65) (Part 66)


• Daria: Altar Girl (Iron Chef: Daria and the Gang and Halloween), by meesterlee (COMPLETE!): "Daria arrived at Mrs. Crowley’s house and rang the doorbell. She waited. Mrs. Crowley was wary about callers—and for good reason."


• Daria's Great Adventure, by Daria's Great Adventure (part 41): "The sun had set while they were on the ground in Iceland. Since the plane flew faster than the sun moved across the sky, the party was treated to the sight of the sun rising again in the West where it had recently set."


• a dorm room (like a hedge maze), by roseisreturning (COMPLETE!): "Like most bad decisions on the Raft campus, Jane and Daria’s starts on a Thursday night."

RETREAT!!!

It's World Mental Health Day, so be sure to take extra good care of yourself today. If you're feeling a little (or a lot) overwhelmed, take my advice and do not go to Quiet Ivy. That place is just awful.

If you know any unhappy drummers, then be sure to give them a nice warm embrace for National Hug a Drummer Day! Just not while they're in the middle of a solo. You could get seriously injured that way.

Fandom News!

• What are your personal writing styles?


• docforbin believes it is time to take women's sports seriously.


• linnofthewoods started a character Q and A thread.


• Discuss the time a woman got arrested for wearing pants to court.


• WellTemperedClavier interviews WildDogJJ.

Mystik Crocodile

I see Jesse has added "G'Day" to his monosyllabic vocabulary, in honor of Crocodile Dundee actor Paul Hogan's birthday. I guess if you can keep Nick and Max from killing each other at every gig, then wrestling crocodiles is no big deal.

Today is also the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. I can't find any records stating whether or not Mrs. Leary's cow knocked a roll of paper towels onto a lit stove burner, but we should really look into it.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (part 63): "Sunday flew by. Before Daniel knew it, he and his sister were walking to school."


• Five Minutes... (T.E. Charlie's "Bargain Bin"), by Two-Eyed Charlie (COMPLETE!): "'I promised myself I’d never do this 'again.” 'Do what, sweetie?' 'Wake up before noon.'"


• Mourning in the 'Burbs, by Erin M (COMPLETE!): "A week and a half later, school was back in session. 'Ugh,' said Quinn as she and the Fashion Club headed down the hall toward the girls bathroom. 'This heat is making my lip gloss all runny!'"


• The Price Of Love, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "We see the whole family (Quinn, Jim, the boys and Daria) eating dinner. Suddenly, the door bell rings. Jim: 'Get the door, Tommy.'"


• Who Will Survive In America?, by ladyevil (part 8): "'So then Kevin told Mrs. Rand he didn’t do his fucking homework.' Daria was telling Jane at lunch. 'He’s got detention for a week, but we all know Gibson’s going to do something about that.'"

Why is a QB Like a Writing Desk?

I see Kevin is in fine form for Mad Hatter Day (note the 10/6 on the hat), but I think I should point out that mad and dopey are two different things. Still, points for finally taking off those shoulder pads.

Today is also National Coaches Day, so Quinn wants you all to "swim, you cow! Swim!" However, you should feel free to ignore her unless you are, in fact, a cow. Moo.

Fandom News!

• cfardellbrenorenz29 posted an Iron Chef: Party at Casa Lane.


• Can you help Two-Eyed Charlie find a copy of Old Friends/Bookends?


• Watch and discuss 15.ai's latest video about Daria and Jane.

And Don't Get Me Started on the Pants

I just can't believe Jesse's outfit for National Golf Day. I mean, the guy who hates shirts is wearing not only a shirt, but a sweater vest. Even Max is starting to look cool by comparison.

Speaking of awful things, it was on this day in 2007 that Daria put in an appearance on Drawn Together...but we don't talk about that.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (part 62): "'Oh! Hell Mr. Landon, Mrs. Landon. I'm sorry I didn't notice you.' Daniel said, taken by surprise."


• Equestria Hurls, by Erin M (part 1): "'This was NOT how I expected to be spending graduation!' Rarity cried as she threw her hands up, generating a large hexagonal crystal shield in front of her. A multicolored streak of light crashed into the shield, dissipating along the facets."


• Finding Brittany, by meesterlee (parts 1 and 2): "'This world was a bust,' said Tara, gathering their gear together for the translation back to Central." (Part 2)


• Mourning in the 'Burbs, by Erin M (part 6): "Helen’s face visibly fell for a brief second when she saw Jane and Trent standing on the front step of the Morgendorffer house, but she quickly recovered."


• A Simple Field Trip, by macross (part 1): "'Ms. Morgendorffer will you please get a move on, and take a seat?' Daria jerked her head back in surprise at the sound of her Principal Ms. Angela Lee. She had been lost in thought and had been standing in the charter bus aisle far too long."


• Teddy's Muse, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Jamie has just shown up at the house and explained that his daughter, Rachel, has been upset all afternoon. Now, Jamie, Quinn and Jim were in the home office discussing the issue with Teddy."


• You’ve got the Fizz...You’ve got the POWAH! (T.E. Charlie's "Bargain Bin"), by Two-Eyed Charlie (COMPLETE!): "The Earth, doing its usual spinning thing, out in the blackness of space. The camera starts to zoom in as THE NARRATOR begins to tell us what the hell, exactly, is going on."


• Unnamed story (Scenes no Daria fanfic should have), by ladyevil (COMPLETE!): "The next day, Ms. Barch was teaching science. 'OK, students.' She said. 'Let’s talk about chemical composition. If I had two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, what would I have?' No one answered."

Cows AND Cars?

Hey, cow! It's World Farm Animals Day and I just want you to know that I appreciate you! I mean, I appreciate you as burgers, but it still counts, right?

Today is also National Name Your Car Day, so if you have a car and it doesn't have a name, then you know what to do. Just don't use "The Tank"--it's already taken.

Fandom News!

• Check out The Contrarian's Corner web archive.


• Erin M has figured out how the timeline of seaon 5 actually does work!

Love and Murder!

Daria's in a hurry to catch an episode of Murder, She Wrote, which debuted on this day in 1984. Or she wants to get to school and see who murdered Kevin this time. Either way, a good time will be had!

Today is also National Love People Day, which I think Daria will skip. She doesn't even like people, let alone love them.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (part 61): "Daniel checked his room one last time."


• Teddy's Muse, by wilddogjj (part 2): "The whole family (Quinn, Jim, the triplets and Daria) were at the kitchen table having dinner. Tommy was telling an animated story."


• Who Will Survive In America?, by ladyevil (part 7): "As Jane and Daria walked to school, they had no idea Barb was just a few steps behind, hanging on their every word."

Maybe Mr. D Needs a Beer?

I think Jesse needs to back off, even if today is Drink Beer Day. See, you're supposed to drink the beer, not let the beer drink you!

That said, after you've had enough beers you'll also be well-prepared for Ask a Stupid Question Day. Unfortunately for Mr. DeMartino, every day is Ask a Stupid Question Day.

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between RX-78-2 Gundam and Megatron.


• Do you know where to find Milo Minderbender's fanfics?


• What is Daria fanon and what are your personal headcanons?


• Follow the continuing misadventures of Florida Man.


• Join the discussion of welltemperedclavier's fan interview proposal.


• Could Trent Lane save the world?


• Erin M has a question for all former Judith Saga participants.

An Apple a Day Keeps the QB...Busy

Kevin's hoping for a big apple tree crop for Johnny Appleseed Day, but I don't think he has much of a green thumb. A thick skull, yes, but his gardening skills are doubtful. Then again, who knows what hidden depths lurk in there? Fanfic potential, perhaps?

Today is also World Heart Day, and I hope you'll all join me in hoping that Jake has been extra careful lately. One heart attack is plenty, and he doesn't exactly live a stress-free life.

Fanfic Update!

• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (part 58 - 60): "The next day, Daniel and the members of the school newspaper were having lunch at their usual table." (Part 60)


• Something To Talk Show About (Scenes no Daria fanfic should have), by breitasparrow (COMPLETE!): "'I kissed your boyfriend. I kissed Tom,' Daria said. Jane closed her eyes as the 'Oooooooooooooooo!' from the audience grew louder."


• Teddy's Muse, by wilddogjj (part 1): "A class of second graders was assembled on the basketball court outside of the school. Their teacher, a middle-aged woman with graying hair named Mrs. Donnelly had just brought them out for Phys Ed."


• Unnamed story (Iron Chef: Daria and Brittany Swap), by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "As she approached a freshly cooked breakfast of eggs and sausage, awaiting on a silver plate placed upon a seemingly endless rosewood dining table that she'd never eaten at before, Daria wondered why this all seemed so familiar."


• Who Will Survive In America?, by ladyevil (parts 4 - 6): "Daria hoped she could get through getting changed for swim practice without being annoyed by idiots." (Part 5) (Part 6)

Punctuate that Love Note!

To no one's surprise, Quinn is in high gear celebrating Love Note Day...or rather, someone (or someones) is celebrating it for her. No points for guessing who, but I'll give you a hint: the name starts with a "J."

Today is also National Punctuation Day but I wont celebrate that one Im a rebel that way

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadliest Warrior poll between Prof. Moriarty and The Joker.


• What are your favorite "bad" movies?


• What is the worst TV show you ever saw?


• cfardellbrenorenz29 posted an Iron Chef: Daria and Brittany Swap.

"Brown is so...soothing."

I'm not sure Helen wants to be celebrating Hobbit Day, but that's the reality she's been dealt. Just smile and nod, Helen. Jake really did try his best, after all.

Today is also National Ice Cream Cone Day, but whatever you do don't ask Mack to get it for you. Unless you like your ice cream served at full speed right at your head.

Fanfic Update!

• American Idle, by wilddogjj (COMPLETE!): "Quinn, Jim and Daria looked at the empty garage in horror. While Quinn and Jim were arguing and Daria was watching TV, the unsupervised kids had actually stolen Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s race car."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 55/56 and 57): "'Partypartyparty!' Quinn exclaimed as she, her brother and Heather walked towards the building where the party in question was taking place." (Part 57)


• Happiness and Tears (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "I'm getting married tomorrow, Rose thought as she lay in bed with the lights off. The day I've been wondering about for most of my life is almost here." (Part 6) (Part 7)


• Looking Forward and Back (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "Well. That past year and a half wasn't at all what Trent and Rose, or anyone else for that matter, was expecting."


• Mourning in the 'Burbs, by Erin M (part 5): "Tom had been asked to be one of the pallbearers, so Jane found Trent in the crowd around the gravesite and went to stand next to him."


• Reflections, by atiyatortilla (part 2): "'How've things been going?' Sandi directed her attention away from the lopsided potted cactus on the table (It was a sad sight, really. There wasn't enough natural light in this room and did anyone ever water it?) to meet her therapist's polite smile."


• Who Will Survive In America?, by ladyevil (part 3): "'Ooh La La!' Jane crooned as she and Daria walked to school. 'Are you wearing eye make-up'"

Don't Punch the Pizza!

Stacy's going to start celebrating National Punch Day, just as soon as Sandi shows up. Okay, so technically the holiday is about the beverage and not hitting people, but don't ruin Stacy's good mood!

Today is also National Pepperoni Pizza Day, so have a slice with your drink. Or while you wait to see Sandi's long-awaited comeuppance.

Fandom News!

• Discussion is ongoing on how to save the PPMB.


• R.I.P., Sir Clive Sinclair.

Willkommen!

Brittany's got the good stuff ready for Oktoberfest...which takes place in September. I don't get it, but then again I don't drink beer. Maybe it makes more sense after you've had a few?

If beer isn't your thing, either, then perhaps we could "GET! BURGER!" for National Cheeseburger Day! We don't have to eat it. We could just stick it in our boots and enjoy the squishy feeling around our toes.

Fanfic Update!

• American Idle, by wilddogjj (part 2): "Quinn, Jim and the triplets were in the living room watching TV. On the screen was Madonna's 'Vogue' music video. Quinn pointed her out to the boys."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 52 - 54): "'At least ... college.' Quinn said dreamily as Heather took them to the fraternity row." (Part 53) (Part 54)


• Daria: Cuckoos Egg, by meesterlee (part 2): "The sedan drove down one of the main streets of the American suburb, paused, then turned right at a cross-street."


• Happiness and Tears (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by linnofthewoods (parts 3 and 4): "Throughout the following two days, more and more of Trent's family began to show up on his property and set up their tents." (Part 4)


• Mourning in the 'Burbs, by Erin M (parts 2 - 4): "Mr. Larkin, the owner and manager of Larkin Mortuary and Funeral Home, was a bald, fastidious little man with a calm demeanor and a suitable amount of gravitas for his profession." (Part 3) (Part 4)


• Reflections, by atiyatortilla (part 1): "Sandi Griffin was a stickler for structure."


• Who Will Survive In America?, by ladyevil (parts 1 and 2): "'Aren’t we getting a little old for this?' Daria asked as she and Quinn stood in front of the door to their house. Quinn was primping her hair and make-up in a hand mirror." (Part 2)

No One Misses the Guacamole Today!

Helen, stop overreacting. Jake's just super excited about National Guacamole Day. Now pick up your phone and finish your work call. Eric's not going to flatter himself, you know! Or...is he?

That call really is important, because today is also Working Parents Day, and we all know that Helen is a full-time (and then some) lawyer and part-time parent. It evens out, I think.

Fandom News!

• wouter debunks Prince's "Purple rain" myth.


• The Excellent S is re-posting his LFC Is It 'Mania Yet? with commentary.


• If you missed Big Brother Lawndale the first time, check it out now.


• What are your favorite "lesser" Daria episodes?

Not a Holiday for Twisted Crullers

Time to have a sugar break because it's National Cream-Filled Donut Day and you don't have to tell me twice! Especially if the donut in question is chocolate.

Also on this day in 2004, something happened in an Angelinhel fanfic. If you like angst, read it and find out. If you don't like angst...hey, look! A cute puppy!

Fanfic Update!

• American Dream, by ladyevil (part 6): "'Jesse, is it?' Marina said as she led him to the kitchen. 'It’s not often I meet a man who babysits.'"


• American Idle, by wilddogjj (part 1): "The Daytona 500 was in full swing. The lead car was a black Chevrolet with the number three painted on the sides."


• Danny Morgendorffer, by st91 (parts 49 - 51): "Once P.E's time was over, Daniel went on to perform his role as secretary in the weekly student council meeting." (Part 50) (Part 51)


• Daria: Cuckoo's Egg, by meesterlee (part 1): "'Do I have to?' Daria complained. 'Yes, you have to,' said Gaius Two-Reeds."


• Happiness and Tears (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by linnofthewoods (parts 1 and 2): "'Here comes the bride... one very slow step at a time! That's right, long time Indianapolis Zoo resident Timothy the giant tortoise at long last has found a breeding partner! It's a Chelonian Confederation of the century, tonight on "Sick Sad World!"'" (Part 2)


• Mourning in the ‘Burbs, by Erin M (part 1): "The alarm went off on Helen Morgendorffer’s nightstand at 7:00 AM, like it had done every morning since the Morgendorffer family had moved to Lawndale. Unlike every other morning, however, Helen Morgendorffer had not been up for half an hour before the alarm went off."


• Next Stop, Somewhere--I Guess, by DocForbin (COMPLETE!): "Quincy: This is a Scream, Jeeves presentation."

Do Your Grandparents Game?

Daria's going to spend some quality time with Cannibal Fragfest on National Video Games Day, and I'm sure Ted can be found at the VR arcade. Not that either of these activities is unique to today, of couse, but it makes a good excuse!

Today is also Grandparent's Day, but I'm not sure any of the Daria characters will be celebrating that one. Most of the grandparents on the show are...not exactly prize winners.

Fandom News!

• Join in the new Round Robin: Daria/DC Animated Universe.


• Charles RB discusses the Creepyling Origins.


• Vote in the Celebrity Deathmatch poll between Milhouse and the Robot Chicken Nerd.


• Join the discussion about Daria and judgment.


• What characters have you or would you have rescued from the Scrappy heap?

A Real Dog Day

Rin Tin Tin look-alike Leary is pleased to tell us that today would be the canine TV star's birthday if he were still alive. Of course, if he were still alive then, in dog years, he'd be on par with Methuselah.

Today is also TV Dinner Day, so for once Jane won't be the only one celebrating a holiday alone with a TV dinner.

Fanfic Update!

• American Dream, by ladyevil (part 5): "Jake and Helen entered the waiting room of Saint Erasmus to find Daria reading a copy of Time magazine. 'Daria, how can you read at a time like this?' Helen asked."


• The Creation of Beauty, by Crow Jones (COMPLETE!): "Kevin looked hungrily as a new girl came into the room before speaking out loud. 'Who's the new babe?'"


• RuDar's Drag Race (Scenes, Brainstorms, and Drabbles Thread), by Kristen Bealer (COMPLETE!): "'A reading?' Daria asked doubtfully. Mr. O'Neill nodded eagerly. 'For the coffee shop's opening night. You're so talented that I'm sure you'll do great!'"


• Save the Date (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "It was just before midnight, and Rose's parents had gone to bed. That left Rose and her cat, Trixie, alone in the living room on the couch."

There He Is....

Look at how proud Joey is at winning the Miss America Pageant, the first of which was held on this day exactly 100 years ago! I just hope he didn't do this to impress Quinn; you know she's probably the first runner-up, fuming and ready to pounce on him backstage and steal the crown.

Today is also the day that the Starry Night Ball took place, according to Is It Fall Yet? Poor Jake never got to go to the ball and network with his would-be fairy godclients, but I'm sure it's just as well. Jake at a fancy party just begs for disaster. Hey, who's going to write that fanfic?

Fandom News!

• Vote in the Deadiest Warrior poll between Mack the Knife and Sweeney Todd.


• Play the episode title book review game.


• cfardellbrenorenz29 posted an Iron Chef: The First Ten Minutes.

Books AND a Day Off? Count Me In!

You might think that Daria is reading a book to celebrate Read a Book Day, but that's the kind of thing a joiner would do. No, Daria is reading a book in order to actively refuse to observe Fight Procrastination Day! What's she procrastinating? Your guess is as good as mine.

Of course, many of us can feel free to procrastinate today because it's Labor Day and lots of people have the day off. I suggest enjoying the free time with a book.

Fanfic Update!

• American Dream, by ladyevil (part 4): "At the campsite, Jake was attempting to put up a tent while Helen dug a campfire pit nearby. Jake grunted as he struggled with the tent, culminating in a frustrated scream."


• Psychic Refugee No More 2.0 (Linn's short stories (or ficlets, drabbles...)), by linnofthewoods (COMPLETE!): "A few weeks after Jane headed back to New York, Trent had considered himself properly settled in his new home."