Another day flies by....

This evening brings great happiness for my daughter since for us it's Halloween and the night of Trick or Treating. A candy fest lies ahead.

Hoping you all have a good one and a splendid Wednesday or Thursday depending on your locale.

Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Babylon 5

• Part 1 of Fire and Ice by Del Robertson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 3 of Laguna Bitca by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 30 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Late Night Horrors by Del Robertson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Great Pumpkin Case by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Just Another Night in Vegas by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Dreams? by Shatterpath (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Halloween Challenge by Uriel Falcon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Dress Up Surprises by MBInc (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Charlie's Angels
  
• The Mysterious Case by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• Once Upon a Stormy Night by Del Robertson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Headless Biker of Peekskill by Del Robertson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• No Means of Escape by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order
  
• A Wish Come True by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Night In A Haunted Courthouse by Del Robertson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Halloween in Smalltown, USA by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: Trial By Jury
  
• A Halloween Tale by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Trick of Treat by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• Traditions by Del Robertson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Academy of Bards Sixth Annual Halloween Invitational by Various (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Changes by Crystal Mills (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 7 of Extension 147 by Jynaki (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Intimate Stranger by A. Hawk (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Dorian's Desire by E. Holi (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• In the Playground by Jaye Morgan (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Can I Have My Heart Back? by Wizzy (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Never the Twain Shall Meet by Shadylady (The Sandbox 101).
  
  Popular
  
• Just kiss the Girl by Kaiva (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Things that Go Bump in the Night by Teara (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Campfire Tale by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  
• Kalshek'tak by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• Act I of The Story That Dare Not Speak Its Name by Jillo (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 5 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• First Principals by Phantom Bard (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Halloween Panic by D (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Halloween Panic by D (her web site).

It's That Time of Year

Sickness has struck the Hodge Lodge. Last Sunday Cal didn't go to church school because he was complaining of a sore throat and he had a low grade fever. Monday both he and Duncan stayed home from school with it. Duncan recovered and doesn't show any signs of his cold. Cal is still battling the damn thing in his tonsils and, predictably, it's now hit his ears. So off to the doc we went this afternoon for a looksee and a prescription for antibiotic.

Just to make things better I succumbed on Friday night while Duncan and I were watching Back to the Future 1 & 2. No ear ache or sore throat for me but my head is definitely full and I'm feeling blah. Last night being up with Cal didn't help me feel any better. As a result I've been next to useless on helping E with the updates. Reckon she feels well and truly back to the grind of checking links?

Enjoy the updates and be sure to keep checking the auction for Ze. More stuff has been added since we posted their announcement yesterday. Ze has an incredibly big heart but loves to hide that fact. It would be nice to show her how well she's thought of in the fanfiction community.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 2 of Laguna Bitca by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of The Price of Vengeance by Trom DeGrey (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Seven Hills by Susan L. Carr (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Prologue of Moonlight Densetsu by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Parts 9-11 (Conclusion) of The Pathfinder by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Masquerade by Colleen (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Episode 5 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Masquerade by Colleen (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• I Found My Heart in San Francisco Book 16: Paradigm by S.X. Meagher (What's Ya Poison/Uber Abode).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 5 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 5 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 2.12 Death Be Not Proud - Between the Lines Series (post "Destiny") by Linda Crist (her web site).
  
  
• Episode 2.13 - A Mile in Your Boots - Between the Lines Series (post "The Quest"> by Linda Crist (her web site).
  
  
• Episode 2.14 A Matter of Trust - Between the Lines Series (post "A Necessary Evil") by Linda Crist (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (her web site).

Zero

Here's a very special announcement with your updates tonight.

The Official Anti-Wanker Auction for Zero, Jac Hills, aka Insane Englishwoman

Because we're all about the love, and since we can't all hop on a jet plane to have sex with a Certain Someone to put a smile on her face after some wanker totaled out her beloved Triumph (as well as trashing her shoulder and other rather necessary parts of her anatomy), we're doing what we can do: Trading off some really cool stuff for some bits of colored paper (aka "money") to lend a helping hand to a woman who'd be first in this line to help out another.

Bid high, bid frequently, bid against your friends and neighbors… Heck, even bid against yourself, 'cause you know you want some of this hot stuff!

Let's prove that if some wanker knocks down one of our own, legions of us will put her back on her feet!

In this family, we stand up for our own. Take that, wanker!

Auctions will start 10/29/2006 and end 11/05/2006 at 7:00pm US CST.
Paypal cash donations will end 11/12/2006 at 7:00pm US CST.

Please include Zero's name in the subject line of all emails.

The auction link including a PayPal donation button is now active.
www.djordanredhawk.net/auction

Check back often since we hope new auction items will continue to be added.

If you have any questions, please contact Vicki Allen at vdallen@whoever.com and she will work with the parties in question to get the answers.

Rather than posting her address, if anyone wishes to send Zero a Get Well Card, please email Vicki for her address and she will forward them on to her.

Sometimes I shake my head in disgust over human actions. One such action would be a hit and run that happened this weekend. The victim in this particular accident was a friend and a good one at that. Honor, Integrity and Respect are just a few terms that I link with her. She is someone who consistently lends a hand when necessary. She has gone out of her way on many occasions to help others in need. The time is now to return that favor.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 19 of Caged Angel by Onyxsundrops (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 15 of Geek Love by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chaper 29 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Book 1 & 2 of An Ocean Apart by Rich as a Queen (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 4, Page 3 of Grace by Kris Dresen (Girlthrow.com).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Infinite Possibilities by Geonn (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (Academy of Bards).
  
  

Tired

Why do so many children have birthdays around Halloween? Too many small children's birthday parties today, hence I am as tired as my daughter.

Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Bad Girls

• A Brief List by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Wishlist by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• One Slip by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Letter by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Wooden Bench by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Reality of Things by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Clean Shot by coolbyrne (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• Crisis of Conscience by ocean gazer (Passion & Perfection).
  
  CSI
  
• Lay Here by Jocelyn Brant (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Staying Cool by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Getting Hot by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Best Part of My Losing Streak by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Poison Revelations by Uriel Falcon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• Over the Moon by Della Street (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Magic by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Farscape
  
• Slowly Fading Memories by ocean gazer (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Hospital Central
  
• Parts 31 - 40 of Jungle Fever by Nordica (Passion & Perfection).
  
  JAG
  
• The Race is On by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Promises to Keep by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Etched by Imaginus75 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Dreams by Imaginus75 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Falling for You by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Necessary Delay by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Fruitful Stakeout by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 9 - 12 of Open to Persuasion by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Loving Annabelle
  
• Loving Annabelle - I by Rain (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Loving Annabelle - II by Rain (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• We Used To Be Friends by Waffle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Part 16 of Gunmetal Dark by Angelina Vansen (her web site).
  
  
• I Found My Heart In San Francisco Book 16: Paradigm by Susan X Meagher (Academy of Bards).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• (Just Like) Starting Over by Jengrrrl (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Different Types of Need by ocean gazer (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 1 of Trouble by trancer (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Race is On by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Promises to Keep by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• After the Game is Over by Elizabeth Carter (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Wicked
  
• Rare Birds and Revelations by whingingwhippets (Passion & Perfection).
  
  X-files
  
• Coming Home by ocean gazer (Passion & Perfection).

Sin City

Now I know why Las Vegas is called that. Really it's an unfair name for a very unique city. Besides the fact that one of my friends lives there I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this city of extremes.

Vegas may be over-the-top in certain areas, but you must see it for how damn amazing it truly is. The "strip" is nothing short of incredible. Yes, billions of dollars and wacky people with more money than sense fuel this area but see it for more than that. Being someone who enjoys architecture this place is splendid. Look past the glitz and you can find truly amazing things.

Keep in mind the strip is only one piece of a very large picture. Freemont is certainly worth your time and energy if you ever visit. This is primarily where we hung out. The party atmosphere and the nifty lightshows were only part of it all. The casinos in this section are older and have a bit more charm in comparison to thier glitzy grandkids down the street.

Also outside the city lies beauty in its rawest form. Take the time to get away from the city and see what the state has to offer. Short distances from the core one can find extraordinary beauty surrounding the city of sin.

I got to connect with a buddy and see some grand things that truly stand apart from one another. If you're interested in pictures check here. Please note, I tried very hard to capture the intensity of the strip at night and failed misrably so accept my apologies in advance.

Enough of my rambles. On to your update, enjoy.

Elisa

Original

• Part 9 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by JM Dragon (Dragonjuls' Storybook).
  
  
• Presidio by Heruda (Dragonjuls' Storybook).
  
  
• Part 2 of Deus ex Machina by K. Alexander (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 9 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J.M. Dragon (The Athenaeum).

Home

So I return. I'm wading through many pictures while holding on to a serious well-deserved hangover. I hope to give you all a worthy ramble tomorrow and a condensed photo album of my adventures in Las Vegas. Time to give Tamara a break.

So until then, have a flawless evening and enjoy your updates.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 3 of Animal Wants Animal Needs Animal Love by Thirrin Icemark Wolfe (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 28 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Part 1 of The Tightest Knot by Maderlin Bidmead (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Life Worth Repeating by Robin Alexander (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Part 1 of The Tighest Knot by MJB (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Prologue & Part 1 of Night Blooming by MJB (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Part 1 of The Loneliest Number by MJB (The Sandbox 101).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 4, pages 1 and 2 of Grace by Kris Dresen (Girlthrow.com).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 2 of Duality of Hope and Despair by Adam Chiron (Academy of Bards).

Quickie

Quick words today because Blogger has a scheduled outage coming up in six minutes. Eep. Hope everyone's week is going well. Mine is quiet without my online buddy. Okay. Not really quiet. I still have the Lord of Chaos and his equally loud older brother with me.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 16 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Princess Tara and the Dragon by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Part 1 of What Is It About You? (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 2 of What Is It About You? (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 3 of What Is It About You? (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 4 of What Is It About You? (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  Original
  
• Izel's Journal (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Paradise Lost (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Chapter 1 of Trouble by Trancer21 (her LiveJournal).

The Saga of Cal's Tooth

When Cal was two he chipped his front tooth on a park bench. The chip was bad enough that it required a cap to save the tooth. Insurance covered the cost and he came out of the experience none the worse for wear. In June of this year the cap fell off. I suspected it wasn't long for this world since his tooth had grown quite a bit. We lucked out on recapping the tooth because while the receptionist at the dentist's said our insurance wouldn't cover more than one cap, it ended up being covered. Let me tell you, getting that refund check from the dentist was quite keen.

So...I figured we'd be good for at least another few years with the new cap. That would be great because he should lose his front teeth by then anyway. Sadly this wasn't the case. He recently broke the cap again while eating popcorn at mom's house. I don't know about you but I usually chew popcorn with my back teeth. Anyway I figured we couldn't be so lucky again. I was prepared to pay that $300 for another cap. Luckily my dentist was more than willing to redo the cap for no charge since the darn thing hadn't even been in place for six months.

Now...everyone please send good vibes Cal's way to encourage him not to chip this tooth again. I've got about another year before he starts losing those front teeth to permanent teeth. It just has to hold out until then. I'm seriously considering getting that puppy bronzed when it does fall out with a nice inscription reading something along the lines of Here lies the $1000 tooth. We won't miss him. In the meantime, would it be considered child abuse if I forbid Cal to eat anything but mashed potatoes and cream of wheat until that damn baby tooth falls out?

Tamara

BtVS

• Secrets by Susan Carr (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Parts 2 & 3 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 27 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 27 of Don't Fear the Reaper by Useful_Oxymoron (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of The Price of Vengeance by Trom DeGrey (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  BtVS/Veronica Mars
  
• Summer in Neptune by Pat Kelly (Mystic Muse).
  
  Original
  
• Parts 6 & 7 of The Pathfinder by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 1-6 of Extension 147 by Jynaki (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Life Worth Repeating by Robin Alexander (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 29 of Double Play by Cruise (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 29 of Double Play by Cruise (her web site).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Joy Ride by Kish (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 4 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (The Athenaeum).

Wimp

I was going to write a bit about Cal's tooth but after inputting all of these P&P updates my fingers are tired. No words from me because y'all have a bunch to read tonight. Get to it.

Tamara

Alias

• A Day's Grace by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Bad Girls
  
• Freedom by Ceridwyn2 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Big Love
  
• Cloudbusting by Jengrrrl (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• Here's the Rub by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 15 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 26 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chances Are by Susan L. Carr (Passion & Perfection).
  
  CSI
  
• A Matter of Extreme Importance by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  
• Yours by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Ours by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Chapters 41-45 of 6 Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Enterprise
  
• Interesting Things by Olli (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• The Spirit of Giving by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 3 of A Divergent Connection by Annette (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Grey's Anatomy
  
• Not So Idle Gossip by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Hold That Thought... by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  
• Sleepless in New York by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Awakenings by Imaginus75 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 1-8 of Open to Persuasion by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Coming Out of the Closet by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Deadly Games by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• Day at the Office by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Days of Summer by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 4 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Parts 5-6 of Extension 147 by Jynaki (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of Badges and Needles by Warrior Angel (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 10 of The Kissing Bandit by Hunnybakedham (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Chapters 19 & 20 of Fire & Water by Jaye Morgan (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Chapters 12 & 13 (Conclusion) of The Strongest Bond by MJB (The Sandbox 101).
  
  
• Part 16 of Salisbury University Student #1370578 by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  Popular
  
• You're Beautiful by Teara (Passion & Perfection).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Part 5 of Sunglasses at Night by murasaki1200 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• The Sea Is Dark, and All Its Gods Are Dead by Jengrrrl (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Situation Normal... by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Little Warning by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Heroes by Olli (Passion & Perfection).
  
  ST:TNG
  
• Naked in Bed by Olli (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• To Sleep with the Fishes by Jillo (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Unexpected Arrival by RJ Nolan (Passion & Perfection).
  
  X-Files
  
• Unexpected by Celievamp (Scully Slash Archive).
  
  X-Men
  
• Unresolved Issues by resolute (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Force of Nature by resolute (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Storm's Surge by ncruuk (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 4 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 18 of Queen of Hearts by Melissa Good (her web site).

She's off!

It's my turn to update for the next few days. E is officially at the Las Vegas airport. She had a heckuva fun time on a flight where they ran out of alcohol. I asked her to note whether the return flight is populated with more subdued passengers.

So she's all ready to gamble a little, people watch a lot and hopefully shove her luggage full of some nifty rocks and Nevada dirt. Lucky for her Alaska Airlines doesn't weigh the luggage.

Nice update for y'all tonight. Enjoy 'em and I'll see you tomorrow.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 25 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of Geek Love by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 23 of The Artifact by sabina (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Incriminating Evidence by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Charlie's Angels
  
• Undercover Operation by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 4 of After the Ice-House by archaeobard (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  NCIS
  
• Call Waiting by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 5 of The Pathfinder by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 14 of To Hold Forever by Carrie Carr (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• We're Not Doing That? by ncruuk (Fluff!).

Last Minute

It's always a push on that last day before vacation. My daughter has a birthday party from 5-7 pm tonight. Today was supposed to be last minute packing, in this case all of my packing since I put it off. Then I was going fill up my MP3 player for the plane and gather up other last minute items.

However, things are just not supposed to be smooth. This afternoon the cat started throwing up all over the place with worms. Great...the unexpected visit to the vet gets thrown into the mix with the added feature of four loads of laundry since the best place to get sick is on two freshly made beds. Splendid.

Remember Tamara is all by herself until next Thursday so make sure to send her emails, rambles, recipes and comments. Her daily dose of my hassling will be little to non-existant, hence she may be lonely. Let's not let that happen.

Bye, y'all. Wish me luck in Las Vegas. Ramble at ya on Thursday.

Elisa

CSI: Las Vegas

• Chapter 40 of Six Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Chapter 41 of Six Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Chapter 42 of Six Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Chapter 43 of Six Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Chapter 44 of Six Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Chapter 45 of Six Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  CSI: Las Vegas/CSI: Miami
  
• Golden by Celievamp (Dark Matter).
  
  Grey's Anatomy
  
• Complications by Celievamp (Dark Matter).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Part 2 of Is This the...? by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  
• Just Friends? by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 7 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by JM Dragon (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 5a of To Find What Was Mine by Red Hope (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Life Worth Repeating by Robin Alexander (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• In the Midst of Tribulation by Mary Griggs (her web site).
  
  
• One on One by Sandra Barret (her web site).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Part 3 of Sunglasses at Night by murasaki1200 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• The Springtime of Her Voodoo by Celievamp (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Interlude 23: Glow by Celievamp (Dark Matter).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Champions Gate by Elizabeth Carter (Dark Matter).
  
  Voyager
  
• Twister by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  X-Files
  
• Unexpected by Celievamp (Dark Matter).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Birdie's Song by onesockbard (Academy of Bards).

Friday Flies By

The last day of work for me for a week, hence a crazy day all around. Plus I left early to spend some extra time with my punk-o-lunk and pack before I fly off to Las Vegas for a few days. I'm sure my desk will be buried upon my return.

Last night I spent some time surfing the web hunting for new sites and stories. I got lucky and found a few that are now on our list. Tonight I'm posting a couple of stories that may not be new to some but are stories that were posted earlier in the summer and may not have been mentioned anywhere but these author sites, hence new for many of us.

Remember these writers and authors share freely with us and they deserve your feedback. If you took the time to read their words, return the favor and send them your thoughts about them.

Okay on to your update. Enjoy them!

Elisa

BtVS

• Guilt by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  
• Memories of Faith by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  
• In the Family by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  
• Rock Star by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  
• Coming Around by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  
• Forward Meeting (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Moving Along (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Too Much Honesty (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• I'll Be Watching You (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Chapter 24 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 13 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Laguna Bitca by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 16 of Rhyme and Reason by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• The Spirit of Giving by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Law & Order/Law & Order: SVU
  
• Cinema Outing by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Lost
  
• Downfall by Mindwalker78 (her web site).
  
  Original
  
• Cry Blood by Mary Griggs (her web site).
  
  
• You Should Have Gotten Out When You Had the Chance (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Stubborn To A Fault (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Repercussions (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 8 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by JM Dragon (Dragonjuls' Storybook).
  
  
• Part 7 of Means Nothing At All by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Parts 3-4 of Extension 147 by Jynaki (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• The Official Guide to Rescuing and Maintaining Damsels in Distress (Updated Version) by K. Alexander (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1/JAG
  
• Midnight by ncruuk (Fluff!).

Scattered

Yes, you all have to deal with my random words once again today. In fact you'll have to deal with me for a few days in a row. I'm on vacation from Sunday - Thursday next week to see another online buddy. Sadly no internet access...withdrawals will be coming my way. With that in mind I felt Tamara deserved the break this week.

So on with your updates. Enjoy them.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 3 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Get On The Bus by Wiccanbotanist (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Season 1, Episode 2 of Misplaced by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Animal Wants Animal Needs Animal Love by Thirrin Icemark Wolfe (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Part 2 of Teach Me by Red Hope (Athenaeum).
  
  Original
  
• Part 1 of Badges and Needles by Warrior Angel 24 (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 2 of Night Blooming by MJB (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 13 - 15 of Salisbury University Student #1370578 by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Part 1 & 2 of Extension 147 by Jynaki (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 3 of Blessing in Disguise (completed) by (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of Deus ex Machina by K. Alexander (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J M Dragon (Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Part 2 of Sunglasses at Night by Murasaki (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Chapter 2 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Redhope (her web site).
  
  
• Part 3 of As The Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Athenaeum).
  
  

Forward

Time moves that way. Tomorrow brings about another day. One that will be filled with opportunities. Each holding choices and directions for our path. Change is constant and it can be hard. That reality though is fact.

One needs to see that it can also be the path to something better. Seek out tomorrow with hope and look for something other. One never knows how big or small the moment and memory can be. But it can last a lifetime.

Take tomorrow for what it is...a new day. Slap no expectations other than an opportunity waiting in the darkness. Make it what you will. Peace.

Now off to your updates, enjoy 'em.

Elisa

BtVS

• Season 1 Episode 1 of Misplaced by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Star Witches by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Animal Wants Animal Needs Animal Love by Thirrin Icemark Wolfe (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 23 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Part 2 of Blessings in Disguise by Ambrosia (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Part 1 of Sunglasses at Night by Murasaki (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of Fate by wild_child_24 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• Prison Planet by Teyla E (Area 52).

Short and Sweet

Decent update tonight. Enjoy!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 22 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of The Stunt Woman by CaptMurdock (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Think Of It As Personality Dialysis by Allie Summers (Fluff!).
  
  
• Tragically beautiful or beautifully tragic... by Allie Summer (Fluff!).
  
  
• Did that really just happen? by Allie Summers (Fluff!).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Attack of the Furry Kind by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 1 of Blessings in Disguise by Ambrosia (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Tomahawk'd by D.S. Bauden (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapters 10 & 11 of Gravity by Luciddream (What's Ya Poison/Uber Abode).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Gifts by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  
• 15 Love by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 18 of A Journey of Love and Life by Lissa (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 3 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 3 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).

Random Bits

We have once again updated the Grunt's List to reflect more of the sites that we actually get stories from. Many were moved lower to our less frequently checked areas due to their lack of story updates but we'll continue to check them and all the other lower links from time to time.

Also, please take note we've found a fairly nifty site if you are in need of a beta reader/editor. This one is located at Passion & Perfection with some nifty details of the folks skill levels and what they are willing to read and able to help a writer with.

Posting online may be free and wonderful but remember, make the experience more enjoyable for all...search out a beta reader if not 2 or even 3. A writer may be amazed by how much those extra eyes can improve a story and help one get more skills for the future.

We'll continue to upgrade, change and move our list around. So if you know of a site that we should look at email us. We're always looking for more story sites and other useful links.

Thanks again and enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Bad Girls

• Incognito by CharmedLassie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• In the Laundry by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Top Dog by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• In Demand by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Like Mother, Like Son by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Breakdown by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Yield by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Playing with Fire by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Winding Down by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Consequences by Wonko (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Bad Girls/The Bill
  
• Incognito by CharmedLassie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Part 6 of Chances Are by Susan Carr (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Morituri Te Salutant by ReallyBigPineapple (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• The Joys of Mad Science by Darth Pacula (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Tara Frost by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 21 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Tea Time by Wiccanbotanist (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Princess Tara and the Dragon by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Part 2 of Restoration by speakpirate (Passion & Perfection).
  
  CSI
  
• Parts 21-30 of Pain to Kill by Corbeau's Alcove (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Abeyance of Guilt by ralst (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• A Kink in the Plan by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Pending by Della Street (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Grey's Anatomy
  
• A Night with Addison by BadTyler (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Hospital Central
  
• Parts 21-30 of Jungle Fever by Nordica (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Karen Sisco
  
• Dreams Do Come True by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• Part 2 of For better or for worse... by Shadower (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Part 11 of Gravity by Lucid Dream (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of Night Blooming by MJB (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 3 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum.
  
  
• Close to the Edge by BadTyler (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Girls Next Door by Janet Marie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Semisolid Suspension of Proteins by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  
• Cleansing Rituals by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  
• The Museum by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  Veronica Mars
  
• Hearst Weekend by speakpirate (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• Parts 7 & 8 of Starfleet Academy Mystery by Golden_ruhl (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Parts 1 & 2 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 18 of A Journey of Love and Life by Lissa (The Athenaeum).

Rainy Day Snooze

This was my day for slugdom. I just woke up from a nice nap on the couch after a day of rain. Never fear...my back is fine. I was somewhat productive. Did a little laundry, tidied the living room and put on a pot of beans for dinner. Rainy days are perfect for beans and cornbread. Then...a nice nap. I was only able to accomplish this because son #2 was at grandma's. Our house was blissfully quiet all afternoon, hence the lazy nap time.

You've got a little longer update tonight. Curl up in bed or on a couch or in your favorite comfy chair and read.

Tamara

Birds of Prey/X-Files

• Part 38 & 39A of A Whole New World by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  BtVS
  
• Playing Telephone (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Puppet or Puppetmaster (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Chapter 13 of Geek Love by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Sin City by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Sleepless in New York by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 12 & 13 of The Strongest Bond (complete) by Maderlin Bidmead (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of The Loneliest Number by Maderlin Bidmead (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Snack Time by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  
• Birthday by elfcat255 (Fluff!).
  
  
• The Best Made Plans... by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 17 of Queen of Hearts by Melissa Good (her web site).

Fun on the Farm

Went to a large farm today with my daughter. They had corn mazes, hay mazes, an impressive hay jumping area, tractor rides, 12 acre pumpkin field, petting zoo, many farm animals, cider barn, and bakery areas where they show you each step of the process. We had some really good corn on the cob and other overpriced items for lunch. Plus we are now the owner of four splendid pumpkins that are spending the night in the car since my back has had more than enough fun for one day. Here are pictures for those of you who are interested.

So tomorrow is a day of rest after a trip to the grocery store, hopefully allowing my back more couch time.

Done rambling, enjoy your updates.

Elisa

CSI

• The Rescue by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  
• The Great Pumpkin Case by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Law & Order
  
• A Wish Come True by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of The Pathfinder by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 7 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J.M. Dragon (Dragonjuls' Storybook).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Chapter 1 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (her web site).

Pumpkin Patch Fun

I spent the day frolicking with kids at a pumpkin patch in Newcastle, OK. We had perfect weather for it--not too windy or cold or hot. I go every year with the special education classes at my son's elementary school. The kids always have a blast and they get to pick their own pumpkin.

Cal had fun jumping off huge bales of hay, looking at a few farm animals and racing around a tricycle track. We skipped the corn maze this year. I could have reminded him about it but, truth to tell, I was hoping he'd forget. He almost drove me nuts by being too picky about his pumpkin. I kept pointing out perfectly nice specimens only to have them dismissed by Cal.

We survived our day and the walk home from school with me laden down by lunch bag, purse, camera, book and water jug. Yes, I took a book. I read during the bus ride. Our pumpkins we left at the school. I knew Cal wasn't up for carrying anything let alone a few pounds worth of pumpkin. Never fear, the pumpkins were rescued after school when we picked up Duncan. I was smart though and drove the car. I'm sure the pumpkins appreciated the comfort. I know I did.

Tamara

Law & Order: SVU

• Part 1 of Teach Me by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original
  
• Part 7 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J.M. Dragon (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• 80/90 by L.N. James (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).

Resting (sort of)

Another day closer to my back and I being friends again. I continue to overdue each day but still getting closer to health. My new couch has come in darn handy though.

Now off to your small update. Have a grand evening.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 20 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of Tara Frost by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• As the Raven Flies by Nene Adams (The Living Library).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Situation Normal... by Geonn (Area 52).

Slugs Can Bite

I know that now. I've spent the last two days doping myself up and sleeping as much as possible. My back froze due to my slug behavior on Sunday. The act of doing nothing but lying around moping isn't a good one for me. Last night was the first sign of letting up without the help of Valium.

Next time those chores that need to get done will. The pain from the last two days should stay with me for a while. So if something good came out of this it may be the fact that I will mope actively in the future.

And now off to the updates!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 19 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of Tara Frost by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Chapters 8 & 9 of Teach Me by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  Original
  
• Part 3 of The Pathfinder by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 6 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J.M. Dragon (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 12-13 of Business Trip (Conclusion) by Lady J (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 10-12 of Salisbury University Student #1370578 by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Part 8 of Coup de Grace (Conclusion) by Vivian Darkbloom (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Renascence by L.N. James (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Voyager
  
• Chapter 3 of Galaxies by Susan (Astrometrics).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Death of a Conqueror by Lori A. Meyers (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 2 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Like You by IseQween (The Bard's Corner).

Lovely Fall

Cool weather has finally found Oklahoma. The days are mild but the nights are nice and cool. It's wonderful to be able to sleep with the covers pulled up to my ears. If this weather holds we'll have a cold and Fall-like Halloween this year. Keen.

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• Learning to Read Between the Lines by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  BtVS
  
• This Job Sucked Until You Walked In (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• And the Day Keeps Getting Better (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Waffle House of Fun (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Chapter 18 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of You Make Me Smile by MissKittys Ball O Yarn (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of All Gone (Conclusion) by R.J. Nolan (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 2 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Exposure by John O'Connor (his web site).

Announcing the FemSlash Advent Calendar :: Dead of Winter 2006

I haven't posted any hype in a while. Thought I'd remedy that....

Well, here we are again with the FemSlash Advent Calendar :: Dead of Winter 2006, located at fsac.shatterstorm.net/yule2006/.

Yay! Any reason for more femslashy goodness is good in our book!

And now for the obligatory rules list...

First the administrative rules:

1. FSAC DW06 (huh? What's that stupid acronym mean? Oh! Duh... Femslash Advent Calendar Dead of Winter 2006) has exclusive rights to all stories until January 7, 2007.

2. Once your entry has been posted on the FSAC DW06 site, you may feel free to link to the FSAC DW06 site or the ShatterStorm Productions site, but please do not link solely to the individual entry. This is to ensure that people have the opportunity to check out the entirety of the FSAC DW06.

3. Entries cannot be permanently posted or archived anywhere else (lists, sites, LJ, etc) until after January 6, 2006. (See Rule #2 above.)

4. Oh! And please make sure that these are new fics/pics/vids, unpublished anywhere else. We're only gonna hold 'em hostage for a little while, and then you can have them back.

5. Dates will be assigned to authors unless they specify a date they want. The calendar will be updated as regularly as humanly possible. We will allow multiple stories per day, once there is a story assigned to each date.

6. Sign-ups begin on 10/3/06 and end on 11/15/06.

7. All entrants must have their submissions in to aj & Jenn no later than midnight PDT on their due date, as shown below. If you cannot get your submission in on time, and we don't hear from you, we will put in a ringer.

* 27 November 2005: Stories dated 12/1 - 12/16 are due no later than midnight PDT.
* 11 December 2005: Stories dated 12/17 - 1/1 are due no later than midnight PDT.

And now for the more creative rules:

1. Femslash only... DUH!

2. No bestiality (the dog can sleep at the foot of the bed, but that's IT).

3. No underage over PG (this is just playing with fire).

4. No real people. Period.

5. And, for the love of little green apples, make sure they're NOT related if you're gonna get smutty! Incest is squicky.

6. There is no rule number six.

7. Any rating is acceptable. Please make sure to note and warn of any potential "squicks."

8. Fanfiction, fan art, and music videos are acceptable.

9. The individual requirements:
* For fanfiction: There is no maximum length on these stories. Wherever your muses take you, we'll take it. Provided it is a finished piece.
o Stories dated 12/1 - 12/16 will have a minimum length of 500 words.
o Stories dated 12/17 - 1/1 will have a minimum length of 1000 words.

* For fan art: Any original or photo-manipulated artwork will be accepted. Please ensure that your images are classy, not tasteless. No images over 1 MB in size. Please contact us if your image will be larger than this.

* For music videos: All music videos must be playable with Windows Media Player or Quicktime. If you have a specific codec used, you must provide a link for people to obtain it. No videos over 20MB in size Please contact us if your video will be larger than this.

10. Pick an inspiration, any inspiration, it's all good with us! TV, films, animated, comics, books, weird dreams after too much pizza... 11. If you need any help in getting ideas for your submission, just check out the handy-dandy inspiration guide. And if you have any suggestions for the list, let us know.

To request a date:
Fill out the following "form" & email it to us.

Name:
Email Address:

Date Requested:
Fandom:
Pairing:
Medium: [fanfic, fanart, fanvid]

aj .. grinning ..

Something to look forward to definitely. Enjoy the updates!

Tamara

BtVS

• The Tara Maclay Affair by JustSkipIt (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Part 1 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Challenger by watty (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Common Areas by watty (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• All the Time in the World by watty (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Sex and the Clean City by watty (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Going the Distance by watty (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Palme d'Or by Kaia (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Babes and Bullets by Crimson Vampire Goddess (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 17 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Haunted by Crimson Vampire Goddess (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Geek Love by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• The Tale of Peter Rabbit by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 13 of To Hold Forever by Carrie Carr (Academy of Bards).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 3, Page 9 of Grace by Kris Dresen (her web site).
  
  Voyager
  
• Lady Katherine And The Deadly Game by Sazzy (her web site).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 2 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Academy of Bards).

Slug Day

Accomplishments none. Took a really really long nap, like the whole day. So now my weekend comes to a close. Back to the workweek I go. Sometimes routine is better.

A decent size update tonight so enjoy 'em.

Have a wonderful Monday and for you folks down under have a grand Tuesday.

Elisa

BtVS

• To Good To Be True (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Coming to Freehold (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• I Am in Hell (Carolyn and Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 4 of The Special Two by Drakiri (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Part 5 of After the Fall by Wolfkin (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Part 4 of Chances Are by Susan Carr (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• 15 Years in 1320 Words by Freakey (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Three's Not So Much of a Crowd by Moondancer (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Cats and Bats by Rei and Chris (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 16 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Tara Frost by Trista (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Part 3 of Somewhere In The Middle by Aether (Wiffy Dreamverse Fanfiction).
  
  Original
  
• Betcha Can't Take a Break (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Remain Quiet While in the Library (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Tomahawk'd by DS Bauden (her web site).
  
  
• Part 1 & 2 of The Pathfinder by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  Voyager
  
• When a sportle meets a frottle... by ncruuk (Fluff!).

Quiet

Damn. I miss Extra Flamey. Miniscule update tonight. Know of any good femslash sites we're not checking, please send them our way.

Tamara

Law & Order: SVU

• The second rule of Opera... by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 6 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J.M. Dragon (Dragonjuls' Storybook).

Orange Letter Day

The magnificent orange leather couch arrived today. I do love the smell of leather.

Y'all enjoy your updates!

Elisa

Fingersmith

• Part 5 of Continuation by Ruby (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• Part 3 of All Gone by R.J. Nolan (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 6 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by J.M. Dragon (The Athenaeum).

Routine

I'm getting back into my regular routine slowly but surely. I've found a few items that have been misplaced or lost (always happens) but I can't really get too upset about that because mom does me a huge favor taking care of the kids while I'm gone. I try my darndest to be patient with the kids the first few days after I'm back. Unfortunately a couple of weeks of not having to hear the inevitable bickering and whining makes my tolerance for it much lower. So far I think I've done a fine job of not blowing my top. By Monday I should have reached a nice state of equilibrium. Keep your fingers crossed that the kids survive until then.

Tamara

p.s. Please send your prayers and positive thoughts to our frequent guest rambler, Linda. Her brother suffered a heart attack this past weekend and everyone in Linda's family is pulling for him to come back strong. Good vibes sent their way would be much appreciated.

BtVS

• Chapters 1 and 2 of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Crimson Vampire Goddess (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of 6.6.06 by Crimson Vampire Goddess (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 15 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Palme d'Or by Kaia (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of The Price of Vengeance by Trom DeGrey (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• The Scoobies: A Call to Arms by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Prep Time (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• One Down (Izel Ometeotl Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 12 of To Hold Forever by Carrie Carr (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 12b of Business Trip (Conclusion) by Lady J (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Parts 10-12 of Salisbury University Student #1370578 by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 7 of Coup de Grace by Vivian Darkbloom (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 3, Page 8 of Grace by Kris Dresen (her web site).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of The Hooded Man by Frau Hunter Ash (her web site).

Vacation Revisited

Tonight you all get an opportunity to see a small glimpse of the fun Tamara indulged in while in Seattle.

Now off to your updates. Enjoy 'em!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 1 of Star Witches Episode II by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Part 11 of The Power of Three Book Two by DragonWriter17 (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Princess Tara and the Dragon by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• The Adventures of Super Dyke VIII: Don't by Alex Tryst (E-Scribblers).
  
  
• Part 5 of Savage by phair (her web site).
  
  
• Blind Trust by Gun Brooke (her web site).
  
  
• Parts 9 & 10 of Shaman's Legacy by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• The Adventures of Super Dyke VIII: Don't by Alex Tryst (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 2 of All Gone by R.J. Nolan (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Fearful is the Night by L. Crystal Michallet-Romero (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Chapter 4 of Fate by wild_child_24 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Exposure by John O'Connor (Area 52).

Home Once Again

I was supposed to arrive in OKC last night around 11:30 but when I arrived at the Denver airport (pumped for my two hour layover) I checked the departures board for my flight number and there in big red letters was "flight cancelled." Thunderstorms in Chicago had grounded my plane and I was rescheduled to leave the next morning. Lovely.

I ended up staying overnight in a hotel and left Denver around 8:30am mountain time today. I arrived in OKC a little before 11. It was certainly an awful lot of bother for such a short flight (hour and five minutes). At least I didn't sleep in the airport. I'd probably be a lot crankier today. Right now I'm just moderately tired.

Now I must get back into the habit of cooking dinners and doing chores. Vacations are keen.

Enjoy the updates!

Tamara

p.s. Extra Flamey is back but lost all of their stories database. Check out www.extraflamey.com for a request from the site owner. Maybe someone out there in internet land can lend a helping hand. I'd sure hate to see Extra Flamey go away for want of a good script.

BtVS

• Chapter 13 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of the Stunt Women by CaptMurdock (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Parts 19-21 of Switcheroony by Alicorn (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Part 11 of The Power of Three Book Two by DragonWriter17 (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 26 of The Gift, Take Two by DafMeister (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Parts 1-4 of After the Fall by Wolfkin (Mystic Muse).
  
  Charmed
  
• Episode 15a & 15b of M3:The New Charmed Ones by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 15 of Gunmetal Dark by Angelina Vansen (her web site).
  
  
• Episode 1 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of All Gone by R.J. Nolan (The Athenaeum).

Back to the Routine

As I type Tamara is on a plane heading home. Our days of fun are over. Fall is upon us and back to the grind we go.

Now on a update note if anyone has a contact email for Extra Flamey please use it or let us know and we will contact them to see what's up with their site.

Got any words or thoughts you want to share, let us know. If you have found some cool femme slash fiction site we've missed holler and we will check it out.

Now enjoy your updates.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 21.1 - 23 of Switcheroony by Alicorn (Wiffy Dreamverse Fanfiction).
  
  
• The Greatest Gift of All by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Star Witches Episode II by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Geek Love by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 28 of An American Tale by Spellbound (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 17 of Fire & Water Book Two by Jaye Morgan (Butches Babes and Bards).
  
  
• Part 8 of Shaman's Legacy by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 4&5 of Waterfalls, Rainbows and Secrets by JM Dragon (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Nwyn by PsiDraconis (Academy of Bards).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Part 1 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Academy of Bards).