Hype Night

Nicola Griffith, one of my very favorite writers, has a new one to offer up in May of this year. A new Aud book, number 3 in the series titled Always. Yippee! This one I have waited patiently for and look forward to hearing some live readings from and perhaps the opportunity to get my spiffy new copy signed by Nicola herself.

If you haven't had the opportunity to read her work I highly suggest you save your pennies up and treat yourself to something grand. I haven't read anything by her that wasn't worth my money or time.

Now back to the regularly scheduled program. Enjoy the updates!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 50 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 17 of Rhyme and Reason by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/28/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Wicked
  
• Skyline by rysler (Brooding Detective).

Request from Linda

Linda, frequent UE rambler and all around nice gal, has a request from her niece.

I have a request to make. My niece Victoria's class has started
studying geography this week. To get the kids really involved in it, the teacher has made a game and contest out of it.

They have to gather items with the name of a city, state or country on it. This contest will last until the end of the school year in May. The items can be postcards, key chains, magnets, travel posters or just about anything that has the name of a city, state or country on it.

Each child gets a travel log book to list each item and the mileage from Tucson to the city, state or country the item is from. They also have to find the city on the map. Parents are forbidden to tell the child where to find it beforehand.

The contest is called "How far can you go?" There will be 3 winners of the contest ...1) the most items collected...2) the longest mileage of one item...3) The highest mileages totaled of all items. The prizes are for 1 is a globe of the world. For 2. A coloring book of the United States. The grand prize for the total of mileages is a beautiful bound edition of the world atlas.

Victoria has asked me if I would ask all of you, if you would please send her a postcard, key chain, magnet, travel poster or just about anything that has the name of a city, state or country on it. If you wish to do so, please e-mail me privately and I will send you Victoria's address.

Thank you,
Linda

I picked up my postcard today. If she gets enough postcards this could be the start of a really cool postcard collection for Victoria.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 49 of Final Fantasy X-2 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Episode 5 of Misplaced by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Evolution by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Same Pan, Different Fire (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Waiting and Missed Dates (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/27/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 1 of Living Dream by Cobsmowd (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  
• Medieval Adventures 1.7 - In the Aftermath of Sorrow by Cobsmowd (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• A Christmas Carol II: Saving the Best for Last by Dillon Watson (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 9 of Means Nothing At All by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 22 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 3 of Escaping the Shadows by Peewee (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Chapter 6 of A Gyroscope Can't Spin Forever by miredinmarrow (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Destiny Fulfilled by Mary G (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 76 of In An Age Before by Phantom Bard (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 76 of In An Age Before by Phantom Bard (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of Leap of Faith by Akiela Xal (The Athenaeum).

Ebay

Once or twice a year I get the urge to fill in holes in my comic books. Recently I started searching for gaps in my Valiant collection. This entailed much searching on Ebay, which then led to money being spent on Ebay. Too much money. But my urge is about exhausted and I've decided it's time to get my butt in gear and sell stuff on Ebay again. I'm even going to venture into non comics sales and try to get rid of two leather coats I was given years ago and never wore. I'm kind of picky about leather.

Send me your positive vibes for high bids and happy sellers. Y'all enjoy your updates while I prepare more auctions....

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 2 of Paid to Get Excited by Coopster5000 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of The Prophet by Cyd (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/26/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Part 7 of Mad World by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original
  
• Parts 6 & 7 of Tales of the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Together Alone by A. Tietz (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• My Midnight Muses: The Double Dog Dare by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Through a Mouth Into Sea by Jengrrrl (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 24 of Stranger in a Strange Time (Conclusion) by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 9 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (The Athenaeum).

Weekend Closer

Few notes for you all this evening. First...Linda Crist is posting parts of her new story at her Yahoo group for all members to read and give feedback on. Another reminder that Sandra Barret is once again planning on giving away another book, details can be found at her web site.

Have a grand week. Now off to your updates, enjoy 'em.

Elisa

Battlestar Galactica

• Suicide Blonde by Linda Crist (her web site).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 1 of The Rosenberg Files by Diane Line (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Lamplight by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 38 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 20 of The Legend of the Green Eyed Red by Tarawhipped (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Luck Be a Lady by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 5 of Breathless by Lois Kay (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Susipicion by Geonn Cannon (Area 52).

I need a vacation to get over my vacation.

So tonight I return. Vacation, if one can call it that, is over. Good...maybe now I can get healthy. Unfortunately big work week coming up, hence better get healthy quickly. Driving with the flu is not always fun or recommended. Neither is walking on the beach while in a downpour of snow/rain. Throw in a little swimming in lukewarm water and you've got a recipe for the flu that won't go away.

At least my six year old enjoyed herself. Her midwinter break was a success in her mind. In mine it was...memorable. One I would prefer not to repeat ever.

Now back to your updates. Enjoy them.

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• Competence and Donuts by glossing (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Stripped by jennyo (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Little Things (Can Pull You Under) by jennyo (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  DC Comics
  
• Wrapped Up Like Candy by glossing (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Movement In Stillness - Part Five by slasherbvixen (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Stick It
  
• Stuck by Obisidian (Rare & Small Fandom Femslash).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• An Honorable Death by Iseqween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Some Kind of Hero by Iseqween (Academy of Bards).

Finally Friday

E is home but totally wiped. Going on vacation while having the flu will do that to you.

My day was uneventful. I subbed a half day at the school for Tracey's assistant. The kids were good and I didn't get blown away by the strong winds at recess so I count the day as a success.

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• The Chase by nokomis305 (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• We Used to Be Friends by jennyo (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/23/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Prevention by Karin (Sassy).
  
  Original
  
• The Adventures of Super Dyke XI: A New Life Begins (Conclusion) by Alex Tryst (E-Scribblers).
  
  
• The Adventures of Super Dyke XI: A New Life Begins (Conclusion) by Alex Tryst (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 20 & 21 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Love Is No Big Truth by Jengrrrl (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• These White Lights Will Bend To Make Blue by Jengrrrl (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• Clarity by Bethany (Area 52).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Inside by Bethany (Area 52).

Recipe Night

This recipe comes from Weight Watchers via my mom. I've had them and they're okay. If you're looking for a low fat way to get some good fiber into your diet, these are worth a shot. I recommended them to a newly pregnant friend who is having constipation issues. I thought she might like a change from the prunes I also suggested.

Fiber One Cookies

One sleeve of Fiber One Cereal
1 pkg Milk Chocolate chips.

Melt chocolate chips then add the fiber one and mix until coated with the chocolate. Drop by tablespoons on to wax paper. Let cool completely before storing.

I melt the chocolate in a double boiler, but you can use a teflon pan or the microwave. I also put the wax paper on a large cookie sheet then put the entire sheet in the refrigerator until the cookies cool. Each cookie counts 1 point.

The Fiber One Cereal comes with 2 sleeves of cereal in a box.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 48 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Paid to Get Excited by Coopster5000 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 15 of Have We Met Before? by LondonGal58 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Episode 4 of Misplaced by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/22/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  
• Episode #504 of Dykes to Watch Out For by Alison Bechdel (her web site).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 12 of Gravity by Lucid (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Three Choices by D (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Three Choices by D (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of Sara & Catherine: The Unfinished Story by MBInc (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Conventioneers by Geonn (Area 52).
  
  Voyager
  
• Lady Katherine and the Secret Seduction by Sazzy (The Voyager Conspiracy).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 8 of Birdie's Song II by Onesockbard (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 22 & 23 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).

It's about time....

We're experiencing lovely weather right now in Oklahoma. My heat is off and the windows are open. I'm even wearing short sleeves. Wonderful.

Enjoy your updates!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 47 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 37 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of Have We Met Before? by LondonGal58 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Space Quest by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• First on Scene by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Devil Wears Prada/Ugly Betty
  
• Setting the Record Straight (Not Literally) by theclosetalker (Rare & Small Fandom Femslash).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/21/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Part 2 of Cage Undone by Roselle Graskey (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• My Midnight Muses: A Woman's Wild West by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 4 of Timegate (Conclusion) by Melissa Wild (Academy of Bards).

Happy Pancake Day!

To all you folks out there who are eating your pancakes on Shrove Tuesday...hope they're good. I'm going to treat myself to a little cheesecake later on. Mom brought a really tiny one by for my birthday.

E and her little one are at the ocean. She officially has no cell phone service so I bet I won't hear from her until they leave on Friday. I'm sure they'll have a blast even in the cold, rain and wind. Think warm thoughts for them though. They both have colds.

A big update tonight, enjoy them and I'll see y'all again tomorrow.

Tamara

All My Children

• Chapter 8 of Perceptions (complete) by Rudeboy (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Decisions by A.M. Glass (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 1 - 16 of All These Things That I've Done by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• As Sure As Sure Can Be by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 1 of The Prophet by Cyd (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 46 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 13 of Have We Met Before? by LondonGal58 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Parts 1 -6 of Learning Curve by Rebelrsr (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• All in a Moment's Notice by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  CSI
  
• Part 6 of Mad World by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Reflections by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Missing by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Red Dress by Karin (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Curves by Karin (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/20/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  The L Word
  
• Morning Delight by A.M Glass (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• WeHo Days; The Long Night of Whatever by halfofone (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Parts 18 - 21 of Open to Persuasion by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• From the mouths of babes by Angie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Photographic Evidence by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Hearing is Believing by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• Kate by Maekala (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 5 of Flight of the Falcon by MB Inc (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Patient Zero by Andrea Doria (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Christmas Carol by Dillon Watson (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• On a Dig with Her...Again by Scribing Bard (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 2 of Escaping the Shadows by Peewee (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Midnight Muses: Little Lightening Landen by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• On a Dig with Her...Again by Scribing Bard (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Community Service by K.G. MacGregor (The Bard's Corner).
  
  Popular
  
• Cupid's Broken Arrows by Teara (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• So, This is What It's Like by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Sophomore Skip Day by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Not Again by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Naked by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Letter Series by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Kids On a Playground by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• T'is the Season by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Chapter 5 of A Gyroscope Can't Spin Forever by miredinmarrow (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Voyager
  
• The Scheherazade Stories -- #800 -- Shades of Grey by Jillo (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 3 of Timegate by Melissa Wild (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Mirror Mine by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 20-21 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).

A Note From E

Today is a holiday in the USA. One in which we're to be proud of our past presidents since we're unable to be anything but proud of the current administration. It's a time to reflect on past wonders but also an opportunity to look forward (quickly past the next two years) in hopes of a brighter future for this country and our planet as a whole. One in which Peace can become the norm and our countries greatness can be restored.

The rest of this week holds vacation for me, but something of even grander times awaits tomorrow. My best friend, partner in crime, and the best sidekick from hell will have a birthday thrust upon her once again. She has already joined me in the ranks of 40's and I can only say, "bummer I won't be around this year to celebrate another one with you, Okie".

So I'm hoping and asking that a few (or many) of you please send Tamara birthday greetings tomorrow, since I'll be away and unable to hassle her personally. I would be ever so grateful if you all could send posts to keep her inbox full while I'm gone.

Now back to your regularly scheduled program, enjoy the updates.

I will chat at you all on Friday!

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• As Sure As Sure Can Be by mrswomen (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 3 of Masters of Horror by Useful Oxymoron (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Have We Met Before by LondonGal58 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 45 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/19/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Critical Period by mirage (ShatterStorm Productions).
  
  
• Making a List by mrswomen (ShatterStorm Productions).
  
  
• Never Enough by atfm (ShatterStorm Productions).
  
  
• Shadows of Life by Lisa (ShatterStorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• If We Shadows Have Offended by Geonn Cannon (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 5 of Tales in the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 2 of Savage by phair (Academy of Bards).
  
  Voyager
  
• Chapter 10 of Deadlier than a Scorpion's Sting. by Kudara (her web site).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 2 of Timegate by Melissa Wild (Academy of Bards).

Wow.

This is quite an update for Sunday. I'll let y'all get to it.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 3 of The sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Crimson Vampire Goddess (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 36 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of The Moonlight Densetsu Chronicles by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Have We Met Before? by LondonGal58 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Part 4 of Taking a Chance by Mikey (Sassy).
  
  
• Oxytocin, The Critical Period, and Black Swan by mirage (Sassy).
  
  
• Blue Velvet by forensicsgirl (Sassy).
  
  
• Intensity by forensicsgirl (Sassy).
  
  
• Constant Craving by foresnsicsgirl (Sassy).
  
  JAG/Law & Order: SVU
  
• Friends with Benefits by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of Tales in the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Valiant Option by D (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Prologue-Chapter 2 of Now You See Me... by Susan Thompson (Astrometrics).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 6, pages 5 & 6 of Grace by Kris Dresen (Girlthrow.com).
  
  Poltergeist: The Legacy
  
• Beginnings by selenay_x (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Part 2 of Altered Realities by Karen (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Five Senses by ncruuk (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Reality by sinadino (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Waiting...Watching...Hoping by elfcat255 (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Seeing...Knowing...Telling by elfcat255 (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Stargate SG-1/JAG
  
• In-flight Service by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Timegate by Melissa Wild (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 25 & Epilogue (Conclusion) of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (her web site).

Hype Night

This one was passed to me (thanks, Jo!). A nifty idea and only as good as those who join and participate. Go to it!

A new award has been announced that will give readers of lesbian fiction a chance to indicate what their favorite books of the previous year were. This award will be based totally on readers' opinions and there are no requirements to be a voter except that you join the award site and be a reader of lesbian fiction. Anyone may join the site and anyone may nominate books and vote once they have joined.

Awards will be made in several categories: Romance, Speculative/SciFi/Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery, Anthology/Erotica/Short Story, Overall Fiction and Best Writer. The nominations must be for books that were published in the 2006 calendar year (January 1 – December 31). The awards site is set up so that anyone may nominate books in any category, but only one vote may be cast in each category.

Membership in the group is now open. For this first year nominations will start on March 1, 2006, with a nominating period of approximately two months. Members may nominate as many books as they choose. The top twenty-five books that are nominated in each category will then be posted and members may begin voting on May 1. The voting period will end on May 31 and the top five vote getters in each category will then be announced as the winners on June 15. Winners will be announced on a number of web sites and writers groups. Winners will receive a certificate indicating which category the award is in and bragging rights for the next year. In years to come, the nominating period will include only the month of March, with voting being in the month of April and winners will be announced on May 10.

Those who are interested in participating should go to the following web address and ask to join the group: groups.yahoo.com/group/LesbianFictionReadersChoiceAwards/. If you have problems joining the group, contact the moderator at missoulawriter@yahoo.com. Feel free to post this announcement on other groups and web sites if you choose to.

There you have it. A group that eventually can give you all trends towards what others are reading and enjoying.

Now off to your updates, enjoy 'em.

Elisa

CSI

• Voices by Karin (Sassy).
  
  
• Miniature Disasters by atfm (Sassy).
  
  Deep Space Nine
  
• I Love Toys by Cait N. (Femme Fuh-Q Fest).
  
  
• Love's Divide by Trilled (Femme Fuh-Q Fest).
  
  
• The Pleasure by Sheera (Femme Fuh-Q Fest).
  
  Enterprise
  
• Mistaken by Nautika (Femme Fuh-Q Fest).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• On the Bank of the River Thames by kleubner (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  
• Part 1 of The Covered Way of Love by Jodief1 (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• The Night Shift by SheWhoWrites (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of The Message by J.A. Breeze (Academy of Bards).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• This Will Make You Love Again 2/3 by loonyluna256 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Star Trek: The Next Generation
  
• BeverlySexual by Alibaba (Femme Fuh-Q Fest).
  
  Star Trek: The Original Series
  
• Steam by Qzeebrella (Femme Fuh-Q Fest).

Spring Air

Something grand seems to be about. Yes ,the season of renewal is here and I'm pleased about it. Enough odd weather has attacked us and everyone else. For my city Spring seems to be all about. Yeah, looking forward to the overcast drizzly days of Seattle...as it should be.

I'm also looking forward to the weekend since vacation falls on the other side of it. Ten glorious days I won't have to drive in to work. Some spent with a small child collecting shells on a beach. What more could be asked for in life?

Now back to your regularly scheduled program. Enjoy the show.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 1 - 4 of Please Understand by Papa Bear (his web site).
  
  
• Chapter 1 & 2 of If It Pleases You by Papa Bear (his web site).
  
  
• Chapter 1 - 3 of Pretty Please by Papa Bear (his web site).
  
  
• Slayer on the Mend by Papa Bear (his web site).
  
  
• How to Fix a Broken Slayer by Papa Bear (his web site).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/16/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  DC Comics: 52
  
• Red Is Hot by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Photographic Evidence by geonncannon (Fluff!).
  
  South of Nowwhere
  
• Chapter 4 of A Gyroscope Can't Spin Forever by miredinmarrow (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• Part 2 of Succedanea by alittlemorebite (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• Any Way You Say It by Stephanie Anne (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  

Last Blast?

It's cold and snowing. Not bad snow, mind you. Just foofy little flurries of powdery snow that don't make driving horrible. Exactly the kind of snow I like. I will admit to being ready for warm weather. Mike's been driving me to the couch this past week with loud snoring. The couch was coooold last night. I'll make sure to have extra blankets for my probable 3 am transfer tonight. Wish me luck with keeping warm.

Tamara

Birds of Prey/X - Files

• Chapter 9 & 10 of A Whole New World Series II by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends)
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 44 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Episode 4 of Adventures of the Special Friends: Crisis of Infinite Lesbians by Chris Cook with help from Cyd (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/15/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Letting Go of the Past by Ann (Sassy).
  
  
• A Moment in Time by Ann (Sassy).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Multi-tasking by Angie (her LJ).
  
  
• From the mouths of babes by Angie (her LJ).
  
  Original
  
• Community Service by K.G. MacGregor (The Athenaeum).
  
  Voyager
  
• To Be More by Gun Brooke (her web site).
  
  Wonder Women
  
• Magic by angharad governal (her web site).

A Heart Filled Day?

The day in which sappy commercialism has taken over. You know what? Even with all that one can make it what they choose to. Holidays will continue to be a money making source. But just as easily each one of these days can be what we want or allow it to be. One hopes you all had a grand Valentine's and that tomorrow is even more splendid.

Enjoy your updates, there are a lot of them!

Elisa

All My Children

• Parts 6 & 7 of Perceptions by Rudeboy (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Bad Girls
  
• Epilogue of Early Days (complete) by Marymartin (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 1 - 16 of Like Nothing I Imagined by JCole8 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• Just a Woman by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• To Know the Truth by merfilly (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 43 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of Fearful Symmetry by CaptMurdock (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/14/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Part 5 of Mad World by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Let Go by tked (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Don't Let Her Go by tked (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Not Going Anywhere by tked (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Murder, Stage Right by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Letting Go of the Past by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Charlie's Angels
  
• The Spirit of Christmas by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Meeting a Deadline by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Doctor Who
  
• A Human Reaction by trancer (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Long Way Round by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Long Way to Go by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• The New Facts of Life by debs21221 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Grey's Anatomy
  
• Part 1 of Partly Cloudy, Bridal Shower by BadTyler (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• This is Not the Way She Would Spend Her Christmas by TheAgonyofBlank (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• This is the Way She Would Spend Her New Year s (To Fix Christmas) by TheAgonyofBlank (Passion & Perfection).
  
  The L Word
  
• A Little Sympathy, Please by ralst (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Until (Revised) by D (her web site).
  
  
• Parts 13-17 of Open to Persuasion by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 11-15 of Delicate Balance by brighteyedcat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Loving Annabelle
  
• Parts 1-3 of Untitled Sequel by Piranha (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Around the Clock by Angie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Pleasure in the Pathless Woods by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Day to Remember by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Through Her Eyes by Boudica X (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Academy of Bards 2007 Valentine Invitational by Various (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Panter's Pride by T.S. Hubbard (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Knife by Whitelder (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 1-3 of Flight of the Falcon by MBInc (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Popular
  
• Part 4 of Zapruder and Carrot Cake by Ruby (Passion & Perfection).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Chapter 12 of Butterflies and Hurricanes by Lizzy (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Ophidiophobia by ncruuk (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Long Way Round by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Long Way to Go by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• One Fainting Robin by Geonn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 24 of Naphalim's Gate by Elizabeth Carter (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Studio 60
  
• Making an Alphabet Book for Valentine s Day is Not Really a Gift by TheAgonyofBlank (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Torchwood
  
• Long Way to Go by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• Trouble with a capital V.A.L.E.N.T.I.N.E.S. by ralst (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Into the Void by RJ Nolan (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Summer Rain by Barnaby (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Wicked
  
• Part 3 of After the Oz Dust by atsammy (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Valentine Humbug by D (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Valentine Humbug by D (her web site).
  
  
• Part 2 of Resurrection (complete) by Calliope (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Her Hands by Calliope (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Matchmaking Festival by filfil (Passion & Perfection).

Hurry up, Spring!

Our cold weather has returned for hopefully a brief stay. We've been experiencing snow flurries off and on all day but nothing that accumulates. But boy is it chilly out there. I'm just happy I don't live in Buffalo, NY. Now that place gets snow.

Nice update today. Enjoy them and come back tomorrow for many Valentine's Day entries I'm sure.

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• Competence and Donuts by glossing (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• A Little Love Isn't Enough by merfilly (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Parts 8 & 9 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapter 42 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9a of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 25 of The Artifact by sabina (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/13/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Red Dress (Conclusion) by Karin (Sassy).
  
  Marvel Comics
  
• No Intention by Unknown (Rare & Small Fandom Femslash)
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• More Than This by Jengrrrl (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• Altered Realities by Karen (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).

Into the Evening

Another weekend flies by, hence leaving us with Monday. Since it seems to be late afternoon for me and later for most of you. I guess I can say it has gone by quickly. One can hope your day found you well. Here's hoping for more of the same tomorrow.

Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Comics

• 2/12/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• And The Truth Shall Set You Free by MBInc (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 4 of Mad World by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original
  
• Part 3 of Tales in the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Valiant Option by D (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• My Midnight Muses: The Wistful West by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• My Midnight Muses: The Wistful West by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 19 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Prom by edballetfreak13 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• Part 1 of Succedanea by alittlemorebite (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  
• This Will Make You Love Again by loonyluna256 (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Wicked
  
• So Gauche It's Chic by Rysler (Brooding Detective).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Parts 16-19 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).

Ramble from Linda

Here's a nice way to finish the weekend...a ramble from Linda.

It's a bitch getting older....

To my nieces and nephews, I am just one big kid. Mom says I am 49 going on 12. The family will tell you that I am Peter Pan and Auntie Mame all rolled together. I just happen to know when to be a child and when to be an adult. Which makes me a favorite among the kids. They love that I can get down to their level and have fun. But lately adulthood has been creeping into my life more then I like. At first it was little signs. A few stiff joints in the morning. A few saying I thought I would never say like..."You call that music? Well in my day...." IN MY DAY, a sure sign that you are now old.

Then there is my favorite...CRS...Can't Remember Sh**. I will find myself heading off to somewhere in the house then stop halfway there and wondering what am I going to the living room for. And names... I have 4 surviving brothers, 1 sister, 2 sister-in-laws, 6 nephews, 4 nieces and a great number of other family members. I find myself just calling the kids "sweety" because at that moment I can't remember their names. I refuse to go through the whole list of names before I hit the right one like my mom does.

Recently I went for my annual mammogram. I was a little embarassed by the fact that my bust line has been trying it's damnest to become part of my waistline and it's winning. When the lovely machine was flattening my breast, I was struck by the odd thought..."fold this boob in half and you have a taco shell."

When I went for my first mammogram I was in my late 30's and I flirted with the tech. This time I didn't even try, I realized the tech was young enough to be my daughter. Another sure sign you're getting old is when the medical personnel you go to are waaaay younger then you.

In the last two months the last sign of getting old has creeped up behind me quiet as a mouse and whacked me in the head with a two by four. MENOPAUSE!!!!! Hot Flashes, Night Sweats and Mood Changes. The three dreaded sisters of old age. I have been wearing shorts and tank tops in the dead of winter because it's much easier then crawling into the freezer every time a hot flash hits.

I have been changing moods faster than a butch changes channels with her handy-dandy remote. My nieces are quite confused with the mood swings. My brother Bill has gotten into the habit of handing me a bite-size chocolate candy bar (his words: an offering to the demon bitch now living in my body).

I just love getting older.... NOT!

Linda

I'm not looking forward to menopause. My mom has had some fun with it, let me tell you so I do sympathize, Linda. As for CRS...I've had that for quite some time. Having that second kid put my brain on overload I think.

Take a little time to thank Linda for rambling. I love reading these and want to encourage her to keep on sharing with us.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 5 of Club Crimson by JkMack (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of War by Vamp fangs (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 41 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Charlies Angels
  
• Meeting a Deadline by Ann (Rare & Small Fandom Femslash).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Red Carpet Night (in progress) by ncruuk & others (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Three Choices by D (her web site).
  
  
• Part 1 of Cage Undone by Roselle Graskey (Academy of Bards).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 6, Page 4 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Ripples Within Ripples by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Chapter 17 of Exile's Gate by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Chapter 18 of Exile's Gate by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Champion's Gate by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Champion's Gate by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Champion's Gate by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Long Way to Go by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Part 9 of Forever by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  Voyager
  
• Chapter 5 of Deadlier than a Scorpion's Sting (major revision) by kudara (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Deadlier than a Scorpion's Sting by kudara (her web site).
  
  X - Files
  
• Eye of the Beholder by Celievamp (Dark Matters).

Middle of the Weekend

Hope you all are having a splendid Saturday (Sunday for some of you down under folks). Remember to seek out your day and enjoy all that surrounds you. Those little things that pass you by do count!

Enjoy the updates.

Elisa

Battlestar Galactica

• Unlimited Access by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• A Question of Balance by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  CSI
  
• Mood Indigo by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Too Old for Barbie, Too Young for Boys by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Shadows of the Present by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Red Dress by sofia_rocks (Sassy).
  
  Original
  
• Part 2 of Tales in the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter of Missing by M.E. Tudor (Academy of Bards).
  
  Voyager
  
• Part 9 of Scorpion by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Part 10 of Scorpion by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Part 11 of Scorpion by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Part 12 of Scorpion by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  
• Bothered and Bewildered by Celievamp (Dark Matters).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 23 of Queen of Hearts by Melissa Good (her web site).

Hmmm....

Not much to say tonight and you've got a TON to read thanks to P&P. Enjoy 'em!

Tamara

Battlestar Galactica

• God's Perfection by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• After the Game was Over by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Care for a Twirl? by AsianScaper (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Part 6 of Twice Chosen by DragonWriter17 (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Part 6 of Twice Chosen by DragonWriter17 (Cyber Lair of DragonWriter 17).
  
  CSI
  
• Part 2 of Taking a Chance by Mikey (Sassy).
  
  
• Chapter 46 of 6 Degrees by Elizabeth Carter (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/09/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Crossing Jordan
  
• Inevitable by lysachan (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Dirt
  
• Private Dancer by Teara (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Doctor Who
  
• Day After Day by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Chapters 6 - 10 of Delicate Balance by brighteyedcat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Multi-tasking by Angie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Locked in the Embrace by Lesley Mitchell (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 9 of McKee Book II (Conclusion) by A.C. Henley (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• That Damn Shirt by kissthegirl85 (Area 52).
  
  
• Explain Yourself by kissthegirl85 (Area 52).
  
  Stargate Sg-1
  
• God's Perfection by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• After the Game was Over by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• Parts 8 - 12 of Scorpion by Elizabeth Carter (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 19 - 20 of Split Seconds by The Other Liz (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Wishing... by A.M. Glass (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Nature of Evil by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Nature of Love by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Nature of Faith by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• A Lexicon for the Sunday Morning Sleeper by Vivan Darkbloom (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Partita by Vivan Darkbloom (Passion & Perfection).

Ramble from Alex Tryst

Yeah ramble night. Take it away Alex!

Hello everyone out there. How's it going? I have something I've been thinking about for the last several days. It's something I've been trying to explain to my best pal at work, but he hasn't quite gotten it yet, so I told him I was going to pose it to the masses. You know, people say that you can tell if a woman is a lesbian or not. People have their various techniques for deciphering the sometimes confusing code women project. Everything from the way she dresses to her fingernails to her hobbies are scrutinized. The way she interacts with others, and the general vibe she puts out are questioned (Obviously just asking is the best method but that can be complicated).

Maybe it's a sign of the changing times or of a younger generation that makes what used to be crystal clear to me a bit murkier. I don't really know, but in an effort to combat that confusion, my wife came up with and I am testing a new way to decide once and for all if she is or isn't. It's called "The Shoe Theory", and it goes a little something like this.

To begin with, "The Shoe Theory" only covers everyday wear. I'm excluding cowboy boots of all kinds for the most part, because most dress cowboy boots have pointed tips and a heel of some sort. Other types of boots, tennis shoes, and sandals are also out. I'm talking about the business casual or business wear shoes that most women have to wear in the workplace or just out with friends.

Here is the way I see it so far. Lesbians don't wear pointed shoes (Lipstick lesbians might disagree with me there.). They always wear shoe styles that are rounded at the toe or possibly squared off at the toe. Heels for the most part are out with the exception of those who are actually trying to add to their height for some reason, and even then, they have a round or squared toe to them, but most of them just don't wear heels.

Conversely, straight women rarely wear rounded toe shoes. They usually come to a point or start to narrow but have the squared off look. They are more prone to wear heels for reasons other than adding height.

The reason this came up originally was because my best friend from college who is straight was misconstrued as a lesbian, which always happens to her, and my wife's explanation was it was because of the shoes. She was wearing clunking rounded shoes just like I was. The woman who had questioned her sexuality was straight, and she had been wearing high pointed heels. My wife, who is about as lipstick as they come, was wearing squared off shoes with a small heel on them. Other than that, we were all dressed in jeans and casual tops for an evening out. It was that moment that "The Shoe Theory" was born, and I've been trying to perfect it since.

Now I've come to realize it's not a perfect system. In fact, it should be used in conjunction with the other typical "testing" we run on each other, but I have come to see there can be some validity to this theory. It has worked for me more than not.

At present I am running a battery of "tests" on someone at work, who I swear is on the team, but she says she's not (My wife thinks she is one of us, too.). Of course everything she does goes contrary to what she says, at least in my book. Here's the rundown in highlights. She plays softball, basketball, football, lacrosse, and field hockey in her spare time. She doesn't wear skirts or dresses. Her nails are kept trimmed and short. She's had the same boyfriend since she was a senior in high school (she's now 23). She's Catholic, and I'm beginning to think I scare her. Call it my magnetism. Yesterday I decided to run "The Shoe Theory" on her, and it came back that she was wearing square toed shoes no or minimal heel (I couldn't really tell.). So I'm still at a loss. I lean strongly for her being a team player, but she says she isn't. I think she's scared of reality. I've been with lots of women in this category. Coming out isn’t always easy, especially in a religious family.

Anyway, I digress. You all can give me tips on how to figure out once and for all without allowing myself to get fired. The point is "The Shoe Theory" I think can be a decisive factor in lesbian "testing". What do you all think? Do you feel the same way? Do you have other theories that I haven't considered?

Comments of course are always welcome at alextryst@hotmail.com. I'd love to hear what you all have to say!

Alex Tryst

Thanks, Alex, for the ramble! If you are looking for more of Alex's words check out her stories at E-Scribblers.com.

Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• Just a Woman by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 40 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of Askeidevor by Krokador (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• How It Started by Mikey (Sassy).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/08/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Locked in the Embrace by Lesley (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 1 of Tales in the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapters 7 & 8 of McKee II by A.C. Henley (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Double Teamed by Linda Crist (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of Escaping the Shadows by Peewee (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of Flight of the Falcon by MBInc (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Chapter 3 of A Gyroscope Can't Spin Forever by miredinmarrow (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 5 of Duality of Hope and Despair by Adam Chiron (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Episode 2.22 The Object of My Affection - post "A Comedy of Eros" (Between the Lines Series) by Linda Crist (Academy of Bards).

Hype Night

Several of you have recommended we check the LJ site Femslash Today. We love this site and you'll find it on our Grunts' Checklist page. Femslash Today and UE are similiar in that Femslash Today checks LJ sites for updates. We don't check Femslash Today for updates but we do use it on occasion to find new places to check. They have many postings every day and if you're looking for even more to read, definitely check them out.

E also wanted me to mention that we've started posting stories that are linked by the Birds of Prey Femslash Masterlist. It's a great resource for all things BoP.

And finally tonight here's something interesting from Bedazzled Ink.

Want to learn the basics of fiction writing the easy way? Want the answers to those niggling editorial questions like:

What's the correct punctuation?
Am I using too much passive voice?
Am I telling instead of showing?
What exactly is POV and why should I care?
How do I know when a story is polished enough?

Carrie Tierney, editor of Khimairal Ink Magazine, is holding a two week class that covers the basics of fiction writing. Fiction Writing: Just the Basics is a lecture/discussion format, so you don't have to worry about having a writing sample or doing exercises. You don't even have to be a writer, just someone curious about what editors are looking for when they dig through piles of submissions.

The class is free and will be held online from February 19th to March 4th 2007.

Visit www.bedazzledink.com/bink-class.html for more information and to sign up.

That's it for tonight, enjoy the updates and keep sending your site suggestions.

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• Statistical Probability by pervyficgirl (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 39 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Epsode 3 of Misplaced by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/07/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 10 of You're Infected by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Part 4 of Silence of the Mist by B.S. Raven (her web site).
  
  
• Scup II by B.S. Raven (her web site).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• A Ripple in Time (Testing Times 6) by SJSlashfan (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Beyond Destiny by R.P. Michaud (Academy of Bards).

Growing

Here at Uber Etc. we seem to be doing that all the time. But that's what we're all about, expanding where we look for F/F stories (originals, ubers, and fanfics) to bring to all of you. With that in mind the best way for us to find more is through you. Are we missing something that you check? Please let us know.

We try hard to update as much as we can daily. We do have limits but are always willing to add more sites and places to check if we can. So try us, send us what you got and we'll do our best to incorporate it or let you know why we can't.

With that in mind, please feel free any time to comment to us either by emailing us or leaving an anonymous comment (available at the end of each one of these daily posts at the website). If you're only interested in getting the update sent to you in email (hopefully once per day) try our Yahoo group.

And remember...whenever you feel like promoting, rambling or sharing (new books, stories, recipes, rambles, etc.) let us know any time. We're more than happy to allow someone else's words to be heard nightly.

So there you have another reminder of what we're about. Sit back, share if you like, and enjoy the updates!

Elisa

Bad Girls

• Parts 6 - 10 of Early Days by Marymartin (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 3 of The War of London by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of The Moonlight Densetsu by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 38 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/6/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Part 3 of Mad World by Eveh (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Play It Right by MBinc (Athenaeum).
  
  
• I'll Wait For You by MBinc (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Caught in a Web by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 41 - 49 of Pain to Kill by Corbeau's Alcove (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Crossing Jordan
  
• Don't Let Go by Mindwalker78 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Firefly/Serenity
  
• Absolution by CharmedLassie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  The L Word
  
• A Week in Limbo by Halfofone (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Collecting Angie by Halfofone (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Day at the Beach by Halfofone (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Ladies Who Lunch by Halfofone (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• All I Want by Jove Belle (E-scribblers).
  
  
• Over by Damnation (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 23 of Fire & Water by Jaye Morgan (Butches, Babes and Bards).
  
  
• The Matchmaking Festival by filfil (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Reading her Scrolls...again by Scribingbard52 (Athenaeum).
  
  
• My Midnight Muses: A Women's Wild West by Red Hope (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 7 & 8 of McKee Book 2 by A. C. Henley (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 18 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur & Vlamme (Athenaeum).
  
  
• The Paramilitary Handbook to Table Dancing and Surveillance Countermeasures in Detecting Threats With Proper Bathroom Etiquette by Aurelia (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 9 of The Message by J.A. Breeze (Academy of Bards).
  
  Popular
  
• Part 1 of Facing by Soricha (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Silent Hill
  
• Fading to White by "Ryuchan" Eriksson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Smallville
  
• Intimate Truths by CharmedLassie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• Translation by Called Dybedahl (cyberPoMo).
  
  Stargate Sg-1
  
• Be Omen To Me And Oracle by romansilence (Area 52).
  
  Voyager
  
• Stating Her Intention by Carola "Ryuchan" Eriksson (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Hen Night by Sazzy (her web site).

May the Force be with you.

I'm not a religious person but Mike and I both felt it was a good idea for the kids to have some sort of religious education. Since we've both grown away from our Southern Baptist upbringing we decided a Unitarian church would be a great choice. We joined the First Unitarian Church of Oklahoma City when Duncan was four. Mike has gotten very involved with the Youth group at the church, teaching the junior high religious education classes for two years and now the high school class.

This last Sunday the high school class presented the 11am service to the entire congregation. The theme was Star Wars (the first movie) and what we can learn from the characters' journeys. I must say the kids did a fantastic job from the marching in with light sabers (complete with a light saber tunnel for the chalice lighting) to the celebratory dance at the end accompanied by the Cantina music from Star Wars.

I had the honor of filming the 35 minute service from the balcony. There's nothing quite like hearing the entire congregation singing Weird Al's Yoda. I'm looking forward to what Duncan's high school class comes up with in a few years for their youth led service.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 37 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Changing Worlds by Justified (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 15 of You Make Me Smile by MissKittys Ball O Yarn (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 2/05/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Double Teamed by Linda Christ (her web site).
  
  
• Parts 7-10 of Shoot the Sun (Conclusion) by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• The Matchmaking Festival by filfil (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• The Matchmaking Festival by filfil (their web site).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Episode 2.22 The Object of My Affection - post "A Comedy of Eros" (Between the Lines Series) by Linda Crist (her web site).
  
  
• Part 9 of As the Xenaverse Turns by Jenny D. Maher (Academy of Bards).

Sunday Evening

The weekend is coming to a close ending a splendid Seattle gray day. Errands and chores were done and even some ducks were fed. A comfortable day all around making for a good start to a long week ahead.

One hopes your weekend closed nicely and you all have a grand week ahead.

Enjoy your updates!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 36 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Epilogue of Chemistry (Conclusion) by TazRaven (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of War by Vamp_fangs (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Crossing Jordan
  
• Don't Let Go by Mindwalker78 (her web site).
  
  
• Don't Let Go by Mindwalker78 (Rare & Small Fandom Femslash).
  
  CSI
  
• Caught in a Web by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of Breathless by Lois Kay (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Parts 11-13 of A Valiant Option by D (her web site).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 6, Page 3 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Chapter 2 of A Gyroscope Can't Spin Forever by miredinmarrow (South of Nowhere).
  
  X-Files
  
• Healing by Daemoni (Scully Slash Archives).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Chapter 24 & 25 of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Worth the Trouble by IseQween (Academy of Bards).

E Ramble Night

My ramble this evening is a reply I gave based on a question posed by phair. It was sent to me upon my sending thoughts to her on her recent ramble. The question posed was When you really have hope how do you express it in a physical world?

The question arises in an odd time in my life, it has made me step back and think about it closely. I like that.

Hope is not something I've ever looked as a physical presence, but it's truly an incredible picture to think about what that is within itself. However, my sense of hope is an internal part of me. It grows and changes as I do. I would like to think in tandem as necessary, but at times it may seem lower or a bit beyond than at other times in life. It seems to take the lead on the path one chooses to move.

The key question is most likely how does one express Hope. From my perspective Hope is something expressed in everyday life and the meaning of that life. When life is so difficult why would one move forward in it with no Hope? For me it allows that concept of the unknown which lies in front of each us to be something Good and of Value. A path to the Truth of our own life. I'm not a relgious person. I do, however believe in myself and what I need to create and sustain this life lives within me through the choices and decisions I make.

Hope plays a large part in bringing each of us closer to our Truth. Hope inspires one to look forward and seek more. Growing, changing and evolving happen, but with Hope invested into that program it may highlight more positive structures into our future. Lacking that creates a void, sometimes ominous in its size and capabilities to swoop through leaving a bleakness within us. Hope gives us tomorrow.

Sometimes that's all we have.

I hope many of you sent phair your response to her ramble and I want to thank her for making me step back and truly consider what words really mean. Articulating and questioning that which is given is always a good thing.

Now back to your regularly scheduled program. Enjoy the updates!

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• Cupidity by merfilly (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Guilt by merfilly (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Slowly but Surely by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Sweet Surrender by greywing (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• The Simple Life by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  Birds of Prey/X-Files
  
• Chapter 8 of A Whole New World Series II by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends)
  
  BtVS
  
• Loving Yourself by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  
• Dazed & Confused (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends)
  
  CSI
  
• Caught in a Web by Ann (Sassy).
  
  
• A Matter of Definition by atfm (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Never Enough by atfm (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Reflective Contemplation by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Key by Corbeau's Alcove (Passion & Perfection).
  
  The Facts of Life
  
• Parts 1 & 2 of Everything Changes by Annette (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 6 of the Ice House by archaeobard (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  
• From the Diary of Mrs Susan Rivers by archaeobard (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  From Eroica With Love
  
• Wish Fulfilment by Kadorienne(Belladonna).
  
  The Gilmore Girls
  
• Longing With a Cherry on Top series: A Thanksgiving Call for Action by Nate (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Invitation to Realization by UbiquitousMixie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  The L Word
  
• Breaking Free by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Time on My Hands by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• Through the Cracks by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Taking Chances by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Only by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Erasing the Past by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• In Her Dreams by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Reading Her Scrolls...Again by Scribing Bard 52 (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Nwyn by PsiDraconis (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Gaia by romansilence (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• The Scheherazade Stories #510 by Jillo (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 4 - 7 of Scorpion by Elizabeth Carter (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Gaia by romansilence (Passion & Perfection).