What if I'm a snowstorm burning?

I've heard that someone discovered their true name. I didn't even think that was possible, but...congratulations, I think. I used to want to know my true name so badly it hurt at night, but I don't feel as determined now. I still want to know who I am, but after spending more time with people and trying new things, I feel like I can learn that even without a given name.

McQueen, I had a good time the other night. Thank you.

I hope everyone got a chance to visit the pools in the wilderness before they iced over; it was lovely there. It's funny, though. I went to visit them to see what it looked like after the frost, and I spent quite a while just walking around, enjoying it. It was chilly, but nice; I felt comfortable there. Maybe I used to live in a cold climate.

Our journey to explore the islands was very interesting. I got to meet a number of new faces, and it was pleasant to be outdoors when not on the deck of a boat. Nova and Toushi, I got some things from you on the beach. They're probably silly, but well...they reminded me of you. You don't have to keep them.

The strangest thing happened when we ventured deeper into the island itself, though. Reverie and I somehow got separated from the rest of the group. This was fine, as he's quite well-mannered, but a sparkle in a tree hollow caught my eye and a flock of tropical birds attacked us! I was lucky to have Reverie around, and it was lucky I could heal his injuries afterward, though I'm sure he would have recovered on his own. I don't know why the birds would have wanted the crystal I found in the tree. Perhaps they're the type that hoard shiny things. Some birds do that, don't they?

Though...later, I was holding the crystal and something interesting happened. I think it was a memory. I think I was right about knowing Toushi.


[OOC: Kazahana discovered a memory crystal that showed her this scene through sound, taste and touch. She felt herself being stabbed/gouged, tasted the blood in her mouth (yay, internal bleeding) and heard Ichigo screaming her name. Please note, however, that while she recognized Toushi's voice and knew he was saying her name, she can't quite remember what her name sounded like.]

Toushi, thanks for meeting with me the other night. I had-fun. It was nice to get to really talk to someone; everyone's been so busy lately.

As I understand it, when things are normal at the tree, people have various jobs to earn their keep. There's an employment board, I know, but does anyone have any recommendations or comments on finding a job that might not have been covered? I'd appreciate any advice.

[OOC: Small text is slightly cramped, as if she's a little embarrassed about what she's written or she wishes it could be private. Though it's totally not. ;) ]