The song for this chapter is First Time by Lifehouse (suggested by Czarina)
[audio:https://twilightguy.com/music/firsttime.mp3]
I know I should be studying for my abysmal college exam tomorrow, but as I’m sure you can relate, I’d much rather be getting to the next chapter of Twilight instead. It is like choosing between a can of mutant roaches or a vat of Reeses ice cream. Apologies to my professor. Twilight wins out.
Lo and behold, right off the first page of this chapter, Edward has become a chap I might enjoy hanging out with, simply because he listens to 50’s music. Granted, no one can tell that by the stuff I usually listen to, but hidden in my media player is more than a few tracks from Little Richard, like this one:
[audio:https://twilightguy.com/music/goodgollymissmolly.mp3]Or the ever famous shout for Lucille:
[audio:https://twilightguy.com/music/lucille.mp3]I can just imagine Edward twisting and shouting on the dance floor. Which makes me imagine Bella attempting to twist and shout on the dance floor, which would be the epitome of disaster. No, actually this would be the epitome of disaster:
the look on my face says it all
Anyhow, as I continue reading (with Lucille blaring in my stereo), Bella is coincidentally having the same meal I am munching at this very moment, and the same meal which I warned The Lasagna Burglar about stealing again. I also realize that the Other Good Vampire Family lives in Alaska, and I was just recently there. I could have been staying in the clutches of vampires without even knowing it. Shudder.
This line is a premonition of the future, if not to be revealed in this book but in a future one:
(Edward talking about Alice) She knows other things. She sees things — things that might happen, things that are coming, but it’s very subjective. The future isn’t set in stone. Things change.”
His jaw set when he said that, and his eyes darted to my face and away (…).
Writers absolutely love this. The point behind this line is that Alice more than likely has already foretold something about Bella and Edward, but Edward doesn’t want to believe it. He is reassuring himself with this that whatever Alice foretold has a possibility of not happening. It is a small, hidden paragraph, but this tells loads of what is going to happen in the future: something has been foretold that might not turn out to be the best.
Something that I noticed specifically in this chapter is how much Bella and Edward talk about everything. There are quite literally few words left unspoken about what they are feeling. It is as if since they cannot just outright read each other’s minds, they have decided to voice what they are thinking, in a way to break down the barriers between them.
According to this, the #1 leading cause of divorce is the unwillingness to communicate lovingly. People just don’t talk (I can see girls pointing at their guys right now). However, for Bella and Edward, it’s very obvious to both of them (and us) how they feel about each other, because they actually say it to one another. Fellows: this is very important. There is a reason that 85% of a Twilight chapter is conversation and dialog between Bella and Edward, directly proportionate to the reason girls feel that Edward and them would make such a perfect couple.
The important thing to note is that conversation does not mean simply talking about what you want to say. As put by an email I recently got:
‘(…)wouldn’t it be wonderful to be able to sit in a car with a guy and gush about Antonio Vivaldi, instead of, say, Grand Theft Auto IV?’ .
Also, another girl continues the thought with the reassurance:
‘If we could just get you to watch one chick flick with us (um, The Notebook, anyone?), we would be more than happy to leave you guys alone with whatever you want to do, no problem (…) and I wanna tell him, why don’t you freakin soften up the macho and say why you love me (like Edward, duh)?’
It’s not something that needs to monopolize your time: it’s just the fact that Edward at least puts out the effort. Many girls actually enjoy talking about GTA IV or sports, but as put by the second emailer later in her message: ‘not every single second of every single day of every single(…)occasionally, something different is what I’d like (to hear).‘. Bella and Edward have probably spoken on deeper levels than many married couples out there today, simply because they’re willing to communicate lovingly with each other.
On another note, thanks to Youtube, I can’t see Charlie’s name without picturing a grumpy unicorn and his irritating friends.
——NOTES——-
– I have two Mitch Hansen Band CD’s to give away this week from TwilightTeez.com, as well as the regular shirts. Mitch Hansen, as you may know, makes music based off Twilight. Anyone who comments here until the end of the week is entered.
– I absolutely must mention Novel Novice, which is a new Twilight site written by an 8th grade teacher. Right now, she’s doing a countdown of her favorite Top Twilight sites, and lo and behold– twilightguy.com got number 4 (and gasp, mayhaps even an offhanded comparison to Mr. Darcy?). Thanks Ms. Truitt!
– TwilightTeez.com is running some Twilight Guy specials in preparation for Father’s Day. You should check out some of their stuff! Lots of it was designed by fans or by Stephenie herself.
– The Fantastic TwiHards are trying to start a Mr. Fantastic TwiHard channel! Go check them out and message them if you’re interested in trying out 😀
– I am up to May 28 on email replies. If you emailed me before then, check your bulk folder in case I was marked as spam.
– There are currently over 50 entries for the TeamTwilighter auditions on Youtube! If you haven’t put yours in yet, now’s the time. And while we’re talking about Youtube…I’ll have a new video soon. Subs to my channel see it the evening before, so if you’re on there you can subscribe here.
223 Responses
I love that I refreshed the home page and amazingly enough you have just posted this! I love your insightfulness on the romance of these characters, it is a great depiction of their relationship.Yes women want help with their men and men don’t understand their women, and many men out there are not taking your amazing free advice! Shame on them for not processing what we and you are saying, if they would just come to terms and understand this is what we want then they wouldn’t have issues with their women! LOL. I will be discussing this and your views on chapter 13 in a podcast my friend and I are recording. It’s called Hale to the Cullens. Don’t you just love the play on words? Please check it out, at least for the mention of you in our next podcast! Anyways, keep the posts coming I am an avid fan!
Rebecca
Edward twisting and shouting… Youtube video waiting to happen, anyone?
As usual Kaleb, this post made me laugh, and it’s great to see how insightful you are. And let me just say, I’m impressed you’re getting any school work done at all. I can’t imagine how I would have coped if I had discovered Twilight while still in school.
When reading Twilight, for the first time, the easy communication flowing between Edward and Bella was definiely an appeal to me. A lack of communication, especially bewteen loved ones, is one of my biggest pet peeves. So of course, this was all I needed to make Edward Cullen’s hold on my heart permanant.
Poor boys…Edward Cullen has definitely raised the standards of girls everywhere.
Love the insight on this chapter.
really enjoyed what you have to say.
Music: I am more a Jazz (Frank Sinatra) girl. lol.
Excited about your youtube vid. I will keep an eye out.
-B-
Now I feel like a slight insider when I read your posts and imagine you laughing. Or talking in your Bella voice. Oh my! Have I said too much? XD
PS. I want a CD but I know you can’t give me one, that is the only downfall!
I love what you had to say about this chapter it amazes me how insightful you are about relationships, any girl would lucky to have a man with such an insight as you. And any mother would be proud to raised a son to understand and treat women as ladies, which by the read of this chapter you already do.
yesterday I got asked out by a guy named Edward!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If things work out between us on the first date and he “dazzles” me, I’m going to make….i mean ask him to read twilight for me…..yay!!!!
now I have to get through a entire night without cracking up about the fact that I’m dating a Edward…..
AHHHH!!! I’m sooooo excited!!!
he’s in for so much trouble!!lol
Your website is one of my favorites. Just wanted to let you know.
Oh, and… Charlie the Unicorn? It’s even better in other languages. Even if you don’t understand said languages.
I know how you feel about procrastinating homework. I have three miserable projects due this week for finals and I just spend three hours catching up on So You Think You Can Dance (because I already finished re-reading Eclipse).
Love the Lasagna Burgler sign. Growing up with three siblings I’m well versed on threatening signs to ward away food thieves. Sadly it only worked if I threatened the potential thieves with a slow, painful death. Simply writing my name on Said Food with a Sharpie didn’t work. Oh the joys of the community fridge!
I really love the way you look at Twilight. Now I want to read it again.. argh.. I just gave it to a friend (you know, to spread the Twilight love). I can’t wait to have it back again!
And thanks for letting us know about the Team Twilighter auditions. I auditioned and I can’t wait for the Team to be picked!
Lets go to the candy mountain Charlie
Whenever I’ve had a long, sad, and joyless day I come straight to twilightguy.com. Your website gives me a laugh and brightens my day.
I think finding a guy who is as attentive, open to communication, and perfect as Edward Cullen is would also brighten my day. But since that it is not possible, I have twilightguy.com to keep me laughing!
P.S. – First Time by Lifehouse is an excellent choice! They are one of my all-time favorite bands, and that song fits chapter 14 perfectly!
I already have the CD, but I had to comment anyway. Your You Tube reference makes me laugh. Chaaaaahlie!
Sadly, because I have kids, whenever I read Charlie’s name in the book, I see the All Dogs Go to Heaven mutt. “Charlie, what are you doing? What’s that you have behind your back? Charlie! Don’t wind that watch! Chaaaarlie!”
haha
That Charlie the Unicorn video haunts me…
I just re-read this chapter yesterday. My mom was reading “Twilight” and this was where she had stopped (She’s done now though. :D). I love your insight into the story, and how I get to see everything from a different perspective. :]
Good luck on your exam today!
Yes! Another chapter down for Kaleb! And a new twilight website unveiled!
Anyway, I just have to say you are very smart guy(in every aspect). You really see things very clearly, things rarely escape your sight. It’s amazing how insightful and sentimental? you can be, being a guy and all (not trying to be sexist here). I see you as the classic gentleman of the 21st century. I enjoy your take on this book, and particularly like how you interpret this chapter and compare it with real-life relationships and how many simply perish due to a lack of communication, which of course means they don’t express what they feel, etc. And yes…once again, you are correct. That’s one of the trillions of reasons why we adore Edward Cullen. *sigh*…..
So yeah, I loved this post (err…actually I love them all). Keep up the magnificent job!!!
I tried to watch Charlie the unicorn 2 times. The first, I got to about 30 seconds in, before swiftly closing the window. The second, I made it to around 1:20, huzzah! Maybe if I try it one more time, I can make it to the 2 minute mark.
I drool at the thought of Edward dancing in the 50s…. Oh crap, other people can read this *wipes mouth*.
Kaleb, you are so funny! 🙂 your posts always make me laugh!
You are also insightful and catch things that I haven’t catched (and I’ve read the dear sweet things thousands of times). I wish you would finish the book, and then I could have an insightful conversation with you. (I haven’t seen a guy who’s read twilight and hasn’t been really been disgusted with it’s romance, and can understand it.) You’re very smart.
Props tah dah Kaleb-mastah!!!!! 🙂
SO……now that I just said more than needed……….
This is just a suggestion, but you should try reading the host (also by my idol Stephenie Meyer). It’s awesome! I loved it! But don’t try reading it at 2 am like i did…….I was so tired I was confusing host characters with twilight characters!
I can’t wait until the next books, I’m curious to what you’re opinions will be to my favorite hot dog 😉
HAHA shun the non-believer charlie. Shunnnnnnnnn!!!!!!
oh and thank you – that’s all i’m going to be able to think about when I see the name Charlie.
oh and please tell the lasagna burglar that if he/she comes again, I, along with your other fans, will come and kick his lasagna stealing butt! 🙂
that’s all
keep up the awesome posts and videos!!!!!!
perhaps I am a minority here, but I wouldn’t mind talking about Grand Theft Auto IV. It’s cooler than talking about something cheesy, and having to force your boyfriend into saying ‘why’ he loves you. Really, love doesn’t have to be spoken about, as long as you know your boyfriend loves you.
Just saying.
“Oh, when you’re down and looking for some cheering up,
Then just head right on up to the candy mountain cave.
When you get inside you’ll find yourself a cheery land,
Such a happy and joyful and perky merryland.
They’ve got lollypops and gummy drop and happy things,
Oh so many things that will brighten up your day.
It’s impossible to wear a frown in Candy Town,
It’s the mecca of love the candy cave.
They’ve got jelly beans, and coconuts with little hats,
Candy wraps, choco bats, it’s a wonderland of sweets.
Ride the candy train to town and hear the candy band,
Candy bells, it’s a treat as they march across the land.
Cheery ribbons stream across the sky into the ground,
Turn around, it astounds, it’s the dancing candy tree.
In the candy cave imagination runs so free,
So now Charlie please will you go into the cave.”
That video is hilarious! When I first opened Twilight and saw that her dad’s name was Charlie, i randomly yelled,”CCCHHHAAARRRLLLIIIEEE!,” in my best unicorn voice…in the middle of English class! People just stared at first and then everybody burst out laughing! Then Kathryn screamed,”IT’S A LEOPLUREDON!” and before i could even begin to feel embarassed, people were singing the Candy Mountain song[as shown above] and talking like abnoxious unicorns!
I love that little unicorn. To be honest, I had the sameproblem, but it gets better. i think of Charlie now as an Andy Griffith type of guy, so I forgot all about Candy Mountain.
Anyway, your rant about Bella and Edward communicating is absolutely correct. Things are more convenient for them.
haha charlie we’re going to candy mountain!
i can so see bella saying that…
Another chapter down! I’m one of those girls who likes shopping and videogames (I know, the planet probably should have exploded or something by now). And the thought of Edward dancing to fifties music just makes me laugh hysterically!
I love how Edward and Bella communicate.
They genuinely want to know everything about eachother..
and the fact that edward actually cares is such a turn on.
Why cant all guys be like that?
To show that they care that much.. all the girls would be swooning! =]
this is weird, but i can probably recite the entire charlie the unicorn video from memory. 🙂 just another one of my weird talents. 😀
O.o Mitch Hanson.
I love how you dig deep into things and guess whats going to happen next.
The whole time you were talking about being in Alaska, I would think “Just wait. You just wait.” And then… now you know.
Why oh why must Stephenie Meyer ruin my chance on guys. hmm? talks to herself: “Jasper does not exist, Kim.” *breathe* Okay.
i love your observation in this chapter 🙂
i totally agree if only guys were as forward about their emotions as edward there would be a lot less divorce and a lot more happy women in the world, its really only mind over matter isnt it? (lol, soz)
i’m in love with edward, i just only wish he’d express his feelings to someone other than Bella…
ahh communication
Edward twisting and shouting…Hm. I have to make a mental note to thank the Twilight Guy for putting that image in my mind. Anyways, I love it how you GET it K., some other guy could read it and think that the reason his Girlfriend made them read it so they could know they were being dumpped for a person like Edward/Edward himself, but they dont relize how easy it would be to be like Edward(besides the vampireness..)
mr. darcy!!! as in Pride and Prejudice mr. darcy?!?!
you mean as they mention in twilight? i don’t know if you’ve read that yet, but it’s not a big part so i’m not spoiling anything.
OK.. so I just had to write about my “Candy Mountain” Story… surprisingly, it is much the same as _melissahope_ above… accept that we were reading a different book for class work and apparently I was the only one who knew what I was talking (well technically, shouting) about. So basically I was just left grinning like an idiot at my private joke and EVERYBODY else in the room was looking at me as if asking “What planet are you from…?” If somebody actually asked that, I most definitely would have replied “Well duh, CaNdY MoUnTaIn!!!” Anyway I got a great kick out of it because I was the only one who knew of that great video. To bad they are all missing out! =]
Oh.. And I’m so happy some guy actually understands all that goes on between Edward and Bella.
*KC*
Candy Mountain, Charlieeee! >.>
Kind of like how I can’t hear Mama Cass singing “Make Your Own Kind of Music” without the mental image of Henry Ian Cusick taking a shower, doing chin-ups, riding an exercise bike…
Yeah, there are some guys besides Edward worth obsessing over! XD
I’m continuing to love your reading of Twilight, especially the bits you catch with your writer’s eye. 🙂
Edward and Bella doing the twist would e hilarious!!! And congrats on being number 4 on Novel Novice! You deserve it!
Well, he kind of did twist and shout when he ran and … later.
What do people think of Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart playing Edward and Bella?
HA!!
Charlie the Unicorn.
Awesome.
I’ve been thinking of that as I’ve read the books too…
“We’re on a bridge, Chaaaarlliiieee!”
“Shun the non-believer!”
Love your point when it comes to Alice…might I say your correct? And don’t worry, you’ll find out soon enough. So keep reading!!
Are you posting your ideas on the the Breaking Dawn cover any time soon?
Ok. Just went and watched the Charlie the unicorn thing. It is awesome! lol And now I can’t think of Charlie without seeing the unicorn. Thank you Kaleb. Thank you very much.
I never really realized why it was I adored Edward so much, but now that you mention it, the communication thing is a big one.
Personally though, I’d love to talk about Grand Theft Auto IV for an extended period of time. But that’s just me. 🙂
And ahhh yes, Charlie the Unicorn. Hahaha, so great.
And another insightful (as so many have already said) post by Kaleb! Jeez, you really have girls pegged for what we want. You’re completely right about the communication thing- all girls want their guys to talk to them. Most guys groan at the whole “feelings” talk, but it doesn’t have to be “mushy gushy”. All we girls want is guys to talk to us like they really care. It’s the little things that count, and Edward is almost perfect at noticing the little things about Bella. Edward isn’t a sissy, and yet he still communicates with Bella. Real guys need to learn the balance of being one of the guys and also spending time with their girlfriend just talking.
The only thing funnier then imagining Bella and Edward *trying* to do the twist is imagining them trying to Disco. Oh! And I can’t wait to see who makes Team Twilighter
COMMENT!!
yeah, well, come on Kaleb! i’m trying REALLY hard not to send you another email since there’s already so many in your inbox from me, but it’s getting increasingly difficult. i even sent you an idea about curing Bella’s danger magnetosis… or whatever it was called. 😀 oh, and by the way, thanks a lot for mentioning Charlie the Unicorn. i had avoided that comparison because i read Twilight long before i saw that video, and now i’m going to think of that every time. Thanks.
Corinne!
I agree. Edward and Bella have such a good relationship since they talk ALL the time. And she always ends up telling him whats on her mind. I love Charlie the Unicorn! Its soo funny. Although i never thought of bellas dad looking remotely similar to a unicorn…
I would love to see edward and bella do the twist. that would probably be the weirdest thing to see…ever.
I love reading this blog – you have a refreshing perspective on the series!
Its so great to see that a guy understands what a girl really wants. Edward is exactly what every girl dreams about when they think of the “perfect” guy. We just want a guy who isn’t afraid to share their feelings and it doensn’t hurt to let us know that they think about us once in a while. My fiance really needs to read this book.
I just love coming to this site and seeing new post from you!! It makes my day, of course. But, I have to admit, not as much as reading Twilight does, but it’s REALLY close!!
I love what you have to say! Your insight into why we all LOVE Edward makes me smile 🙂 Any girl out there would be lucky to be dating you!
I love reading what you think on twilight.
I have a guy friends that I have reading the book and he really likes it. Maybe I’ll have him write his Twilight story to you. that would be awesome!
You mentioned Vivaldi and 50’s music in your post. For me, that’s grounds for a crush. haha. Anywho, can you recommend some 50’s artists? I can’t seem to find them, though I’m probably not looking hard enough.
Charlieee…. Charlie… I watched the spanish version one day, it was HILARIOUS! Carlooooss… hehe.
I love Twilight.
Haha, i love all your insights to every chapter. Some of them are very hilarious! I really can’t wait until you move on to the second book. Thats going to be interesting to read about from you.