So today I decided to donate for a monthly collectible for the first time. It wasn't too long ago that I got my first MC from the Menewsha Exchange. The first one I ever bought was one of the Yumeh Slippers because I didn't actually know it was an MC at the time. The next two I got, the Dark Crystal and Obakemono, were received as payment for a trade. And after that I added the Tapio Defender and Blood Lotus to my collection for cosplay purposes. Then I got a set of the last month's MCs, Jamming With Yumeh and Rocking Out Rock Star for 1,000 gold through a questing discount that someone was offering. The last MC I got before today's donation was the Imperial Lucky Cat, bought from Flink who was my Mene mommy when I first joined.

A long time ago I decided that I didn't want to spend real money on pixels anymore based on my experiences with Gaia and that same logic followed me to this site. Somehow though I'm starting to feel like they're two different things. Gaia is all about money whoring I feel but buying something on Mene seems more like a real donation that is deserved for the hard work they do. Hence even though I haven't fallen desperately in love with the Trinity Guardian, I bought one anyway because I feel like after spending so much time on this site I feel that I should give something back. Don't get me wrong! I do like the new items but usually I don't feel like I couldn't live without them. That and being a poor college graduate with student loans to pay off has turned me into a rather frugal individual in general. ^^;

The people that didn't win a main prize through my raffle~

I'll get through the list eventually! I'm going at it by bits :3

DONE!

[CENTER][INDENT][INDENT][INDENT][INDENT][INDENT][SIZE="1"]Hi everyone! We're looking for new contestants for the newest cycle of [URL="http://www.menewsha.com/forum/gaming/avatar-chat/102818-project-mene-congratulations-sizzla.html"]Project Mene[/URL] and we're asking for you to apply here if you think you have what it takes! To apply, just copy the form below and post it as a comment here in this blog!

The renaissance theme for Cycle 8 seemed well received by most of the users who participated and I'm sure that you guys will enjoy the theme for the upcoming cycle as well! The theme for the upcoming cycle is going to be [I][B]Back to Basics[/B][/I]! In the meantime, fill out an application for one of our contestant positions!

If you would rather apply for the position of a judge, please check out [URL=http://www.menewsha.com/forum/blogs/seiki-nova/7245-project-mene-judging-applications.html]this blog post[/URL] and fill out the form located there![/SIZE]

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[INDENT][INDENT][INDENT][INDENT][CENTER][SIZE="1"]Hi everyone! We're looking for new judges for the newest cycle of [URL="http://www.menewsha.com/forum/gaming/avatar-chat/102818-project-mene-congratulations-sizzla.html"]Project Mene[/URL] and we're asking for you to apply here if you think you have what it takes! To apply, just copy the form below and post it as a comment here in this blog!

Judges play an integral part of this contest. We are looking for judges who are willing to give an honest and non-biased critique and numbered score each week after contestants have entered their outfits. Without the judges, this contest will not work, so if you're unsure about how much time you have to dedicate to this, know that the cycles last anywhere from 6-12 weeks and you will be required to submit scores during that time. If something comes up, I understand. Just let me know if something happens and you can't judge for a time (this only applies if you are selected as a judge).

Also, the theme for this cycle is [I]Back to Basics[/I]!

We're really hoping to see some new blood for this cycle, so we're leaving applications open until October 31st at midnight (11:59 PM) [URL="http://phoenix.about.com/library/blphoenixtime.htm"]AZ standard time[/URL]! Looking forward to seeing what you've got!

If you would rather apply for the position of a contestant, please check out [URL=http://www.menewsha.com/forum/blogs/seiki-nova/7246-project-mene-contestant-applications.html]this blog post[/URL] and fill out the form located there![/SIZE]

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[B][U][SIZE="4"]Basic Info[/SIZE][/U][/B]

[B][U]Full name:[/U][/B] Cadenza Mordent
[B][U]Nickname(s):[/U][/B] Den, Denny, Kay
[B][U]Gender:[/U][/B] Female (Although she doesn't look it)
[B][U]Sexuality:[/U][/B] Asexual Heteroromantic
[B][U]Age:[/U][/B] 22
[B][U]Birthday:[/U][/B] 28/02
[B][U]Star Sign:[/U][/B] Pisces
[B][U]Race:[/U][/B] Human
[B][U]Occupation:[/U][/B] Mortician/Amateur Sleuth

[B][U][SIZE="4"]Physical/Material Facts[/SIZE][/U][/B]

[B][U]Hair:[/U][/B] Short, messy and black. Also has two small side plaits.
[B][U]Eyes:[/U][/B] Black
[B][U]Height:[/U][/B] 180 cm [5' 11"]
[B][U]Weight:[/U][/B] 68 kg [147 lbs.]
[U][B]Build:[/B][/U][LIST][*]Tall[*]Lean[*]Androgynous[/LIST][B][U]Notable Features:[/U][/B] The hair beads
[B][U]Accessories:[/U][/B] [LIST][*]Red hair beads[*]Blood red & white bead bracelet with feather attachment[/LIST][B][U]Other/Etc:[/U][/B] [LIST][*]Has a scar on right hand from holding the knife at the wrong end.[/LIST]
[B][U][SIZE="4"]Personality/Preferences[/SIZE][/U][/B]

[B][U]Likes:[/U][/B] [LIST][*]Cemetaries[*]Autopsies[*]Stone sculptures[*]History[*]Classical Music[*]Jazz Music[/LIST][B][U]Dislikes:[/U][/B] [LIST][*]Unsolved deaths[*]Dogs[*]Children[*]Clubs[*]Alcohol[*]Smokers[/LIST][B][U]Favourite Food:[/U][/B] [LIST][*]Red Velvet Cakes[/LIST][B][U]Hated Food:[/U][/B][LIST][*]Curries especially spicy ones[/LIST][B][U]Most Prized Possession(s):[/U][/B] [LIST][*]Family photo album[*]Colection fo scalpel knives[/LIST][B][U]Hobbies:[/U][/B][LIST][*]Flower arranging[*]Listening to msuic[*]Solving cold cases[/LIST]