Tools of the Trade

Each artist has a set they use to create. Regardless of the art that's created the tool allows one to turn that gift and skill into something splendid. Whether we look at the physical, mental or the combination each person uses tools to produce their art.

Tonight while hunting through our links I ran upon a fun side journey. A tour into the toolbox of an artist, Kris Dresen.

I enjoyed the Draw for Me tour. It gives us a small glimpse of her tools of the trade--the pieces that allow the talent to flow from within. Check out the rest of her Girlthrow site. You will be glad you did. There is a lot to offer for everyone.

So now back to your regularly scheduled programming. Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

CSI

• Chapter 5 of Exorcising Ghosts by (Sassy).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 6 of Living Dream by Cobsmowd (FingersmithFever).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 3 & 4 of Ghost Light by Geonn Cannon (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• No Shit, Sherlock by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  
• Vengeance by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Something New, Something Old by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Done There, Been That by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of A Stranger in my Family by Red Hope (Academy of Bards).

Rain

It's rained all day. Since we're not used to a lot of soggy weather the rain has curtailed soccer and t-ball tomorrow. In E's neck of the woods they play rain or shine. Here we'll call a halt when things get too wet. Currently we're breaking a record for March rainfall. Soon enough we'll be breaking a record for drought. That's life in Oklahoma.

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• Ancient Hero by barbdheart (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/30/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Chapters 5 & 6 of Now You See Me by Susan Thompson (Astrometrics).
  
  
• Parts 31 & 32 of Double Play by Cruise (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Prologue-Chapter 2 of Ghost Light by Geonn Cannon (Academy of Bards).

Believe It or Not

On the group email list yesterday Tamara only sent out the update once. Welcome to the land of Yahoo. Sometimes odd things happen and Yahoo gave each of us that update 10 times. As much as I enjoy the updates I found that one to be a bit tedious. Today let's hope all is well again in the Yahoo Group world.

Now on to the wonders of words by others. Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• Surely a Fail-Safe Plan by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• A Gentle Whisper by merfilly (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/29/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Commander in Chief
  
• A Tousled Mess of Dirty Blonde by theagonyofblank (Rare & Small Fandom Femslash).
  
  The OC
  
• What a Way To Go by Cherry89 (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Marry Me by Cherry89 (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Just the Beginning by Cherry89 (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 2 of Two Part Harmony by Colleen (The Athenaeum).
  
  

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Not much for words tonight. Enjoy the updates!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 12 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 19 of Rhyme and Reason by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 17 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/28/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of Escaping the Shadows by Peewee (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of The Last Good Day by Amy Boatman (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 7 of Breathless by Lois Kay (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of Two Part Harmony by Colleen (Academy of Bards).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 2 of Birdie's Song II by Onesockbard (The Athenaeum).
  

Recipe Night

Quick hype before we get to our recipe evening. Dreams has opened up her re-write of The Blind Side of Love. Chapters 1-6 are completed and perhaps if she gets folks letting her know what they think we can see more fairly quickly. I personally will take the time to read this one soon. Now on to recipe night we go.

Cherokee Echols has supplied recipes for a dinner she recently served. Check back next Tuesday for the next batch. Take it away, Cherokee....

Bean Soup

Ingredients:
1 lb. dried Pinto Beans
1 medium Onion Chopped
8 Slices of Bacon finely chopped
1 small can chopped green chilies
1 can Yellow Hominy
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 can Rotel
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 lb. hamburger meat
1 teaspoon garlic
1 Tablespoon Chili powder
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Oregano
1 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste

Directions:
Sort and wash beans. Soak in cold water over night. Place soaked beans in a pot of water and cook as per directions on bag. Add to the beans all the other ingredients and cook on medium heat at least 1 hour. If you like a thick stock take 1 cup of the beans and puree in a blender then add back to the soup to thicken. The more this soup cooks the better it tastes (add water or chicken broth as needed). This is good served over a bowl of rice topped with sharp cheddar cheese.

Thick Corn Tortilla...Sorta

Ingredients:
1 Box Jiffy cornbread mix
1 cup milk
1/2 cup grated longhorn cheese
1 finely chopped jalapeno
3 Tablespoons finely chopped onion

Directions:
A package of cornbread mix normally calls for 3/4 cup of milk. Here we will use 1 cup. 1/2 cup of grated longhorn cheese, 1 jalapeño pepper finely chopped, 3 to 4 tablespoons of onion finely chopped. Mix all together, let chill a few minutes. We are making pancakes. Get out the griddle put over medium heat, well greased, pour mixture and cook 4 or 5 minutes on each side. Cut each one in pie like slices. We can call this a thick corn tortilla that tastes like cornbread.

Cherokee

Thanks Cherokee and once again join us next Tuesday for more of her recipes from her dinner.

Until then enjoy your updates and don't forget feedback goes a long way for these writers.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 61 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of In the Wake of the Wild Rose by Paul aka Darth Pacula (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/27/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Chapters 1 - 6 of The Blind Side of Love v.2 by Dreams (her LJ).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of The Naked Detective by trancer21 (her LJ).
  
  
• Chatper 3 of The Last Good Day by Amy Boatman (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• More M.I.C.K.E.Y. by msprism (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 5 of Earth's Savior by Hillsys Stalker (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 25 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of The Last Good Day by Amy Boatman (The Athenaeum).

Mini Hype

Busy day today so words will be quick. Sandra Barrett's monthly book giveaway is still going strong. Send an email to Sandra (contest@sandrabarret.com) by midnight EST on April 1st. Let her know where you saw the notice of the contest and she'll have her kids pick the winner on April 2nd. Sandra doesn't save the emails so don't worry that you're going to be put on a SPAM filled mailing list.

Enjoy the updates!

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• Part 1 of Darker Shades of Grey by Henri (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 3 of A Love Beyond the Stars by Dax (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 16 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/26/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Not Alone by Darthgeeklove (Sassy).
  
  Original
  
• The Double Dog Dare by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Chili Con Carne by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of The Last Good Day by Amy Boatman (Athenaeum).
  
  
• The Paramilitary Handbook to Table Dancing and Surveillance Countermeasures in Detecting Threats With Proper Bathroom Etiquette by Aurelia (Athenaeum).
  
  
• More M.I.C.K.E.Y. by msprism (Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 4 of Earth's Savior by Hillsys Stalker (Athenaeum).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Chapters 1 & 2 of A Stranger in my Family by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Part 1 of Birdie's Song II The Little Warrior by Onesockbard (Athenaeum).

Weekend Wrap

Once again another weekend seems to have flown by. One hopes you all had a good one and that the week ahead is splendid.

I do want to take the time to thank Danyel for her advice with Midnight. I will gladly accept any advice you have on keeping this gerbil alive. I always appreciate your comments, suggestions and words you choose to share. Once again thanks.

Enjoy your updates!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 15 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of Lamplight by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of Masters of Horror (complete) by Useful_Oxymoron (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Chapter 4 of Exorcising Ghosts by Ann (Sassy).
  
  
• A Kiss to Remember by Ann (Sassy).
  
  Original
  
• Part 4 of A Moment in Time by Mickey Minner (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Blood and Iron by Kadorienne (Belladonna).
  
  Wicked
  
• Something Most Odd by Harper (Realm of the Shadow).

A New Rodent

Midnight joined our house of fun yesterday. A very young gerbil has brightened the weekend for one 6 year old. Actually he seems to be much more suited for us anyway. He is more apt to be awake and coherent in the day and likes to interact with humans. Hence we're able to pet him more without fear of bites. Another bonus is he's not a heavy user of the frickin' wheel in the middle of the night.

Enough rambling here. Hopefully the weekend be going well for you all.

Enjoy your updates!

Elisa

CSI

• Seven Lives by atfm (Sassy).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 5 of Living Dream by Cobsmowd (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  
• An Ocean Apart by Ernie Olson (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• Part 10 of The 2H'ers by phair (her web site).
  
  
• Part 13 of Sinagua Skies by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• My Life Has Just Begun by Teyla E (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Not Yet by IseQween (Academy of Bards).

Ramble from Linda

Here's a nice way to end the week...a ramble from Linda.

Victoria has become the latest victim of the family curse. Bwa ha hah ah!! Nothing too sinister...she needs glasses. That is the family curse. Every last single one of us have bad eyes. All the brothers, me and my sister, all the nephews and now all the nieces. Victoria was the last to fall victim until a new crop of kids pop up in this family.

With her sister, Ellie, she wouldn't tell me she had trouble with her vision. She thought she was too cool for glasses and thought her friends would laugh at her. But one day I caught her. We were standing in Taco Bell and I realized Ellie couldn't see the menu on the wall. If she had leaned over that counter any further she could have gotten her own food. Now I can only get her to wear them when she has to read. Plus her teachers all know she has to wear them to see the board. Poor kid can't win. Oh, the trials of being a teenager. LOL

Victoria on the other hand, came right up to me and said, "I can't see crap!!!" (her favorite word these days) OK. Off we went to find out why. She has a small problem with her far sight (seeing close up) and a huge problem with her near sight (seeing far away). She is now the proud owner of a nice wire frame glasses. She looks so cute. But of course I can't say that. Victoria says that they make her look smarter.

Ah, do I tell her that one day when you reach your 40's it gets worse? One day you discover that your arms are not long enough to read a book? Or if you get that TV guide any closer to your face it will be behind you?

I tried to ignore the hints my eyes were giving me during the last year of my 30's. But I waited until my 40th birthday to admit defeat and went and got bifocals. I was tired of having ink smears on my nose. A sure sign that you need them. And guess what? I lived. Haha!

Now I am about to turn 50 and I'm teaching a new generation of kids the joy of picking out the right type of frames, how to take proper care of them and to wear them proud. For without them you tend to bump into things.

Except if you're a teenage girl who would rather not see the cute boy at the end of the mall all the girls are pointing at, than to look un-cool in your glasses.

Linda

We're afflicted with that curse as well. Duncan will be getting his eyes checked this summer. He may be able to put the glasses off for awhile because he's not as big a reader as Mike and I were at his age. Then again...he gets a lot more computer time than we did so he may be sporting new specs soon.

If you haven't sent a postcard or a representative state/country object for Victoria's school project, email Linda for her address and pop it in the mail. You've got until May.

Tamara

Comics

• 3/23/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Part 2 of Missing by M.E. Tudor (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of Extended Intentions by Jynaki (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• Everyone Needs Someone by kissthegirl85 (Area 52).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• United We Stand 2: Standing Firm by Dynamo (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Chapter 14 of A Different Time, A Better Time by Adrienne (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 3 of A Stranger in My Family by Red Hope (Academy of Bards).

Weekend is on the Horizon

Not a lot of words tonight. I will break the sad news to my daughter that Nibbles II (the second) officially died yesterday. She was with other mom last night, so I get to give her that news tomorrow to start the weekend. Here is hoping it improves from there.

May you all have a grand Friday and Weekend.

Enjoy the updates.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 2 of A Love Beyond the Stars by Dax (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 40 0f Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/22/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• How Long by midnitefire (E-Scribblers).
  
  
• The Storm by midnitefire (E-Scribblers).
  
  
• Strangers by midnitefire (E-Scribblers).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Hunger by Lori A. Meyers (Academy of Bards).

Pooped

More Spring Break driving today. Took the kids to Leonardo's Discovery Warehouse in Enid, Oklahoma. It was nice...very children's museumy and not too crowded. Home now and I'd like to take a nap. Phone calls beckon and I must perk up.

Enjoy your updates.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 59 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Prologue of The Moonlight Densetsu Chronicles: A Dream Revealed! by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/21/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Talk Tonight by myrriadd (Sassy).
  
  L Word
  
• Part 2 of The Family Story by Little Bear (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original
  
• Part 3 of Cage Undone by Roselle Graskey (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of The Last Good Day by Amy Boatman (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Earth's Savior by Hillsys Stalker (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Why God invented Am-Ex by ncruuk (Fluff!).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 4 of Birdie's song (Conclusion) by Onesockbard (The Athenaeum).

Productive Day

Today mom, the kids and I took our annual Spring Break trip to Lawton to visit the tax guy. He's actually mom's tax guy but my brother and I tag along (he's in spirit only) and pay to have our taxes done by him as well. He makes a tidy sum for less than an hour's worth of work because mom's trained us right and our information is always tidy. No messy shoe box full of receipts for us, it's all itemized on an Excel spreadsheet and all of the important paperwork is neatly paper clipped together.

My dad will be disappointed this year because they're actually getting a refund from the state. He likes to owe every year because he doesn't like the government getting interest on his money. Good news...they owe for Federal.

Me, I like the government to have my money's interest. That surprise every year of how much we're going to get back makes the trip to Lawton worth it. Well, we also get to visit K-Mart. All of the Oklahoma City K-Marts closed a few years back and we kind of miss them. Actually I still miss K-Mart because the Lawton one is but a shadow of its former self. I couldn't even find any good toys to buy this trip. I bought a nylon kite and two packages of socks.

Tamara

All My Children

• Parts 17 & 18 of All These Things That I've Done by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• I'm Not...But by Bynx (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Bad Girls
  
• The Matchmakers - extended version by Richard (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Beverly Hills, 90210
  
• Parts 1 - 4 of It's a Twin Thing by Acathla (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• What Little Girls Are Made Of by The Last Good Name Left (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Fool's Paradise by The Last Good Name Left (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Big Bad Wolf by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/19/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  
• 3/20/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  
• Episode 506 of Dykes to Watch Out For by Alison Bechdel (her web site).
  
  CSI
  
• Chapter 3 of Exorcising Ghosts by Ann (Sassy).
  
  
• Like Mother, Like Daughter by RebelByrdie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Scars by Immi (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Destruction by Immi (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Cutting by Immi (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Deadwood
  
• Her Medicine by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• Stealing from Steinbeck by Harper (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Firefly
  
• A Feather on the Breath of God by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  The Haunting
  
• Asleep in My Arms by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Parts 26 - 28 of Open to Persuasion (Complete) by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Part 1 of Star Dust by loubug (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Longing by kissthegirl85 (Area52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 3 of Birdie's song by Onesockbard (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Hunger by Lori A. Meyers (The Athenaeum).

Bah.

Not much to say tonight. Tired and cranky glad to be home from work. Long day and may tomorrow be better.

Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 58 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 13 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Breaking Tradition by Selena Taiki (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Parts 11 & 12 of Sinagua Skies by S.Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Living in the Shadows by Siel LeDain (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Episode 24 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Extended Intentions by Jynaki (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Forever and Always by Robin Alexander (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of I Want to Be Where You Are by thatgirlmct (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 7, Page 6 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 24 of Queen of Hearts by Melissa Good (her web site.
  
  
• Part 2 of Birdie's song by Onesockbard (The Athenaeum).

First Attempt

Freedom is a good thing. However, today I denied the hamster that right. It's a good thing too. He wouldn't live long free in this household. His first escape this morning and he lived to see another day. One very disappointed cat is also living to see another day. And needless to say, my six year old was very happy with the outcome.

Trying to catch a hamster darting frantically under and around the couch and keep the cat away at the same time was not something I would like to repeat. My daughter was very upset but keept her cool. The cat puffed up to the size of a small dog she was so excited.

Luckily all ended well but I'm sure from the hamster's view another day was lost. But hey we did feed him once we put him back in and the kitty threat has been lowered.

Here's hoping the first and final attempt has been made.

Enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• An Open Eye by Rachel (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• I Need Your Help by John O'Connor (his web site).
  
  
• Part 8 of Twice Chosen by DragonWriter17 (Cyber Liar).
  
  
• Chapter 57 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of Breaking Tradition by Selena Taiki (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 12 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Lamplight by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  BtVS/Stargate SG-1
  
• Madam Lash Swings Again by The Bear (Papa Bears site).
  
  
• A Lash Flashback by The Bear (Papa Bears site).
  
  CSI
  
• Chapter 2 of Exorcising Ghosts by Ann (Sassy).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• Stealing from Steinbeck by Harper (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Harry Potter
  
• Confessions Upon Leaving by Morte206 (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 12 of Nwyn by PsiDraconis (Academy of Bards).

It's not easy being green....

As I'm typing this I'm being assaulted by the sound of drums. Cal's friend Tanner is playing them while Cal pounds on the electric piano.

I told E I didn't know what to write about so she offered to write something cute about Saint Patrick's Day. Maybe I should have let her but, as she put it, I'm a stubborn fucktard. I don't have anything cute to say about St. Patrick's Day. I did tell my oldest son he'd better not pinch me for not wearing green. He ignored my threat and pinched me anyway.

Have fun if you celebrate this odd holiday and be safe.

Tamara

CSI

• Simplicity by Debbie aka mrswoman (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• The Book of the Body by Vivian Darkbloom (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of The Last Good Day by Amy Boatman (Academy of Bards).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 7, Page 5 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Aftershocks by Geonn (Area 52).
  
  West Wing
  
• For Our Vines Have Tender Grapes by A. Magiluna Stormwriter (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  X-Files
  
• Part 1 of Healing, Bad Moon Rising, Part 2 of Healing by Daemoni (Scully Slash Archives).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Two-Thousand Winters Ahead by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Fifty Winters Ago by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Birdie's Song by OneSockBard (The Athenaeum).

Spring in the Air

Sure feels like it in my city. Our bulbs and trees are all sprouting happily with plenty of spring rain and even sunshine in between the typical Seattle gray day. The plants are not alone, both pets and people seem to be energized and in good moods. Perhaps this is why this season is my favorite?

Another weekend arrives after a long hard week. One in which I hope to squeeze some yard work out in between our spring showers. I may even be able to get to a park and feed a duck or two with my daughter.

One hopes you all have a grand weekend, regardless of the season.

Enjoy your updates!

Elisa

Comics

• 3/16/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Chapter 1 of Exorcising Ghosts by Ann (Sassy).
  
  Original
  
• Part 32 of Double Play by Cruise (ClubUber2000).
  
  
• Forever and Always by Robin Alexander (Academy of Bards).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Crushed In The Arms Of A Bear by ripptyd (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 7 of Duality of Hope and Despair (complete) by Adam Chiron (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• A Vineyard by the Sea by Lori A. Meyers (Academy of Bards).

Hype Night

Received this from Nene & Corrie's Yahoo group today. Check out their offerings and spend a little cash if you've a mind to.

Just a short note to let you know the latest happenings:

First, we've started an exciting new project with a (paper) greeting card company, making greeting cards with Corrie's fun, colorful and whimsical illustration work. There are cards for every occasion including birthdays, holidays, invitations, business, etc. New cards are added several times a week to the collection, so whenever you visit, you'll find fresh new designs. The cards can be ordered by you
on-line and either sent to your door, or mailed directly to the recipient with your personal message. You can even order a card to be delivered on a certain special date! At the site, you can also vote for your favorite Corrie Kuipers design or rate designs you like.

Check out the store - www.greetingcarduniverse.com/corrieweb.

Second, Nene has received some special bookmarks from our printer. The bookmarks come in a set of two and are printed on good quality cardstock using black-and-white images from the 19th century. Nene designed them herself and they're very pretty, and very suitable for fans of the Gaslight series. She'll be posting a picture of the bookmarks at her site in a little while. Who can get these bookmarks? Anyone who donates 5 Euros or more via PayPal to help support the Living Library and CorrieWeb. Why a minimum donation? Because international postage from Holland would put us out of pocket and we can't afford the expense, otherwise we'd be giving them away.

Supplies are limited to 100 sets of two bookmarks. When they're gone, they're gone! Nene can also sign them, if you wish. Don't forget, the third Gaslight novel, The Witch's Kiss, will be published later this year by PD Publishing, so you might want to get a set of bookmarks to go along with this much-anticipated novel, or with your copies of the first two books in the series.

You can also still purchase exclusively designed laminated refrigerator magnets inspired by the Gaslight series, either singly or in sets Designs now also include Victorian Prose & Poetry, Crime Headlines, etc. Check it out - www.corrieweb.nl/gaslight/papergoods.htm.

Stay tuned for more updates and have a groovy day!

Corrie and Nene
www.corrieweb.nl

Enjoy the updates. You've got a bunch of them again tonight.

Tamara

All My Children

• Parts 1-18 of All These Things That I've Done by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• An Empirical Question by Harper (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Bones
  
• Need to Know by Harper (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/15/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Lament by Harper (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  The Haunting
  
• Asleep in My Arms by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Original
  
• Part 2 of Amor Vincit Omnia by BoudicaX (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Snowborn by Carola "Ryuchan" Eriksson (Academy of Bards).
  
  Popular
  
• In the Sun by Jojo (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Never Dropping Hands by Jojo (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Accomplished by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Amused by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Angry by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Like Clockwork by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Predatory by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Last Breath by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Walking a Mile by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Kids on a Playground by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Brooke McQueen's Wedding by Balticbard (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• An Echo, A Stain by Jengrrrl (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• My Bubble of Drabbling Thoughts... by Bethany (Area 52).
  
  
• Back from the Abyss by romansilence (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Be Omen to Me and Oracle by romansilence (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Wicked
  
• Arc by Harper (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 4 of Birdie II by OneSockBard (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Future's Past by Akiela Xal (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Birdie's Song by OneSockBard (The Athenaeum).

Enjoy

You've got another big update tonight so get to reading.

Tamara

Battlestar Galactica

• Hungry for Her by julie levin russo (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• The Map by julie levin russo (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• The Word by julie levin russo (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Battlestar Galactica/West Wing
  
• Habeas Corpus by julie levin russo (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  BtVS
  
• Part 7 of Twice Chosen by DragonWriter17 (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 56 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Parts 1 & 2 of Sometimes Snooping Pays Off (Complete) by Tiffany (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapters 7-10 of The Bitch Club by Kinetic-Kid (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapters 11-14 of New Paths by Kinetic-Kid (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Chapters 11 & 12 of Friends, Lovers and Ex-Lovers by Kinetic-Kid (Mystic Muse).
  
  
• Part 9b of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Mystic Muse).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/14/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Golden Opportunity by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  
• Risen by Karin (Sassy).
  
  
• Black Swan by mirage (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  NCIS
  
• As the Blue Bird Sings by Hope (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Damn the Consequences by A. Magiluna Stormwriter (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Dance Me In by Hope (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Stray Moment by Hope (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Therapy by Hope (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 2 of The Naked Detective by Trancer21 (her LJ).
  
  
• Part 1 of Incubus of Fire by Melissa Wild (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Cup of Coffee by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Evil Love by Zee (The Athenaeum).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Parts 1 & 2 of A Stranger in My Family by Red Hope (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• The Great Sleigh Heist or How Xena and Friends Saved Christmas by Sadie Jo (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Birdie by Onesockbard (The Athenaeum).

A Nifty Tool

Ever try to find a story but can't remember where or who posted it? Well if it was posted here in an update our new search tool may be useful for you. On the right hand side below our archives area we have a custom search box. It will search through all of our daily rambles and updates as well as our links page. This hopefully will make it easier for you all to look up something on our site. Whether it's the rambles, recipes or the stories we update all should be easily accessible now. So check it out and let us know what you think.

Have a great night and enjoy your updates.

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• The Young and the Dumb by barbdheart (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Part 10 of In A Song by Woodstockdc (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Golden Day, Silver Night by rysler (Brooding Detective).
  
  
• Golden Day, Silver Night by rysler (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 10 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of The War of London by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of A Love Beyond the Stars by Dax (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• To Remember Them by ralst (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Hole in the World by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/13/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Truth and Lies by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Are You Mocking Me? by atfm (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Very Good, the Definitely Not Bad, and the Ugly for Some by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Drabbles
  
• 2 Drabbles for Popular by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Firefly
  
• In the Space That Fills Forever by Angie (her LJ).
  
  
• A Hole in the World by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Karen Sisco
  
• To Catch a Thief by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Parts 24 & 25 of Open to Persuasion by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 21-25 of Delicate Balance by brighteyedcat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Shelter from the Storm by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Kiss me it's beginning to snow by Jay (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Popular
  
• Predatory by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Amused by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Accomplished by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Walking a Mile by carpesomediem (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• Your Love Is An Oasis by Cygirl1 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 12 of Starfleet Academy Mystery by Golden_ruhl (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Wicked
  
• Matching Exterior by rysler (Brooding Detective).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Walking Separately (Revised) by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• Wishes, Kisses, and Dishes (Revised) by Red Hope (her web site).
  
  
• That Old Devil Called Love by Angie (her LJ).
  
  
• Tartarus by M. Parnell (Mary D's).

Fat and Happy

A semi-healthy 6 year old flew into the house today after school and immediately let me know that Nibbles is really big, hence he must be really healthy. All I could say was let's hope so.

One more day down. Here is to health this week. For everyone.

Enjoy your updates!

Elisa

Birds of Prey

• Becoming by amarin_rose (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapters 54 & 55 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of Willow and Tara's Sin City by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/12/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• The Very Good, the Definitely Not Bad, and the Ugly for Some by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  DC Comics
  
• Strength of the Earth by Calle Dybedahl (cyberPoMo).
  
  Original
  
• An Experience of Dying by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Sunset Over Atlantis by romansilence (The Athenaeum).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 4 of Her Story by Xena's Girl (Academy of Bards).

One Hour Gone...Bummer

Hope those of you who jumped ahead this weekend won't have too much trouble getting up in the morning for work. For me comes the big decision about whether or not to change the clock over the computers or just wait until we switch back and the time will be correct again. That worked last time after all.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 10 of Lamplight by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 7, Pages 3 & 4 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).

Nibbles II the Second

Yesterday I went to feed the new household pet and to my astonishment in 5 short days he had already died. So today, after spending a good portion of it at work trying to catch up on things, I made a side trip to PetSmart on my way home. I had hopes of replacing the little fuzzy beast before my daughter returns to my place on Monday.

I was in luck...one honey bear hamster left. I purchased him, got home, washed out the Critter Trail habitat, put him in his new abode and hoped for the best. What is best? One, my daughter does not even notice the switch. Two, hope the new Nibbles lives to his full life span of 5-7 years. If that can be accomplished, all will be well.

But as I was watching the new Nibbles moving around I realized he's a bit larger than the other guy. Hence this may be why he seems to be getting stuck in the tubes of his new home. Gee I sure hope my daughter doesn't notice and that he works that issue out by Monday. I can say his food must be agreeing with him.

There are times I find myself doing things I would not normally do. But hey, why make a 6 year old sad when a replacement can be gotten so easily? Wish me luck.

Now off to your updates. Enjoy them!

Elisa

BtVS

• Where the F* Do I Go Now? (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Needing a Place to Stay (Carolyn & Dusty Series) by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Space Quest by Chris Cook (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  CSI
  
• Patience is a Virtue (Drabble) by Buf (Sassy).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 4 of Living Dream by Cobsmowd (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• Defining Moment by A.C.Henley (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Part 24 of Nephalim's Gate (Conclusion) by Elizabeth Carter (Area 52).
  
  
• A New Year by Olli (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Under Other Circumstances by IseQween (Academy of Bards).

Friday

My last night of calls for the week. It's always an interesting one because many folks go out on Friday evening. This means I start later and usually end up calling until the cut off at 9.

It's always a crap shoot as to whether or not it's going to be a productive night. The best lists are ones that haven't been hit up by another organization (or two) within the last couple of weeks. If you have the misfortune of getting a list that's been called many times before you end up with more hang ups and annoyed people on the other end of the line.

One organization in particular is the bane of my existence. Too many times their callers have gotten the jump on us. It makes me wonder if the organization I call for ends up being the bane of some other telemarketer's existence. Is someone else writing "Arrrgh!" on their call sheet because our telemarketers have beaten them to the punch?

Off to my night of calls. Y'all enjoy your updates.

Tamara

Comics

• 3/9/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Defining Moment by A.C. Henley (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 7 of Forgotten Love by Lillybet (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Sunset Over Atlantis by romansilence (Area 52).
  
  

Dangers of Costco

Today a co-worker and I slipped away for a long lunch. One where I drove us down to our local Costco store. Now if you've never been to Costco or a warehouse type store like it, my advice is stay away. They suck money from you without you even noticing. What you hear is your words of "wow, what a great deal".

Did you need 40 of them? Sure it was a good deal and eventually you'll use them all up. Did you need every Bond movie released on to DVDs with their extra goodies thrown in to make the set special? Of course! And where else are you going to get good cheese for $5.99 per pound. Who says I won't eat the whole 8 pound block before it goes bad?

My co-worker bought the Pork tenderloin. Mind you a 4.5 pound one for him and his girlfriend for dinner. I suggested they invite another couple or more to help them out. Of course his more expensive item was the Brita filters. Perhaps it's because they come in the 10 pack, but darn it, it was a good deal when you figure out the per item cost. So $500 dollars later we headed back to work. I dropped him off at his apartment so he could put away all of his items that need refrigeration.

He returned slightly perplexed. He got it all in, however he was thinking the girlfriend was not going to be happy about how he used what little space is in their apartment up with the 60 pack of Top Ramen and the box that actually is 4 boxes of Pop Tarts or his dual box of Honey Nut Cheerios and various other items that needed to be stored on the one counter of the kitchen.

But it was all a good deal. And we did have fun.

So now back to your regularly scheduled programming. Enjoy.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 53 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Episode 6 of Misplaced by Tarafied4Life (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/08/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• A Season of Loss by Boudica X (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of Two Part Harmony by Colleen (Academy of Bards).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Dying Inside by anex (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• A Vineyard by the Sea by Lori A. Meyers (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Something Between Them by Amazon Bard (The Athenaeum).

Recipe Night

My Ebay selling continues. E thinks I'm far too anal about how my auction pages look but I believe in letting the potential buyer see exactly what they might be getting. No room for confusion with my Ebay auctions, no sirree.

So I figured tonight would be good for a recipe. My mom brought this back from my cousin Meredith's wedding. I'm sure she didn't come up with the cookie recipe but they were a wedding favor (a cookie and two cookie cutters with recipe attached) and being the one who did all the work and the bride she naturally got to name them.

They're darn easy to make and you'll get the best cookies for using cookie cutters on. I even purchased a set of dinosaur cookie cutters on Ebay so Cal and I could make them for his snack day. The class has already been treated to two times of fish cookies. I don't go that extra step and put icing on the cookies (too messy) but I do put colored sprinkles on each uncooked batch. They're delish.

Meredith's Sugar Cookies

1 cup Butter
1 cup Sugar
1 Large Egg
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
3 cups Flour

Cream softened butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla. Mix until blended. Add baking powder and flour one cup at a time, blending completely between additions. Continue mixing until dough forms a ball. Bake in 400 degree oven for 7-9 minutes. Watch carefully as cookies should only brown on the edges not the top. Cool completely. Mix water and powdered sugar to make a thick icing. Ice and decorate cookies (optional).

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 52 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Lamplight by watson (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chaper 39 of Latter Days/Lonely Nights by Willownut (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 16 of You Make Me Smile by MissKittys Ball O Yarn (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Part 6 of Twice Chosen by DragonWriter17 (Cyber Lair of DragonWriter17).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/7/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Part 3 of Living Dream by Cobsmowd (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• Part 6 of Breathless by Lois Kay (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of Two Part Harmony by Colleen (Academy of Bards).

Words are amazing things.

They can be light and fun and others can cut us down without someone meaning to. But here we seem to be short on them from time to time. Do you realize Uber Etc even being fairly new has given you an update, rain or shine, for 300 days in a row? Of course we've those times were you folks in the Yahoo group got multiples as well. And let's not forget our wonderful stretch of ISP issues, but over all, day in and day out we've suceeded I think in our goal to bring you daily updates consistantly from a variety of places.

We even throw in those dandy recipes from time to time. And other nifty events would be the Hype nights of something cool happening. But both Tamara and I appreciate even more the opportunity to share this space with you all. Hence come ramble for us, we do appreciate it!

Send us those rambles, recipes, and things to hype and we will do our best at getting it out to you all. Thanks so much for being there. In the end this site is only as good as the updates (authors and their words) and those who care enough to read them.

So a reminder...share with us and we'll share with you. While you're at it, send your thoughts to all the great folks who share their time and effort with all these stories we post.

Have a great evening and enjoy your updates!

Elisa

Bad Girls

• A Moment by Readyquill (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Battlestar Galactica
  
• A New Year by Olli (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Sweet Blasphemy by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• Nuclear by B.G (Passion & Perfection).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 51 of Final Fantasy X-3 by Stormforce (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of The Rosenberg Files by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/06/07 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Mood Indigo by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Confined by Rykoe (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Voices by Karin (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Prevention by Karin (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Drabbles
  
• Stargate drabble by Olli (Passion & Perfection).
  
  L Word
  
• Part 1 of The Family Story by Little Bear (The Athenaeum).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Parts 16 - 20 of Delicate Balance by brighteyedcat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Close Encounter by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: TBJ
  
• Right Angels by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Miscommunication by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Chapter 1 of The Naked Detective by trancer21 (her web site).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of The Message by J.A. Breeze (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• How I Spent My Summer Vacation by Geonn Cannon (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• My Midnight Muses: Chili Con Carne by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Part 1 of Two Part Harmony by Colleen (The Athenaeum).
  
  Voyager
  
• Parts 9 - 11 of Starfleet Academy Mystery by Golden_ruhl (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 21 of Split Seconds by The Other Liz (Passion & Perfection).
  
  X-Files
  
• Unexpected by Celievamp (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• The Book of the Body by Vivian Darkbloom (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Illumination by Amy Boatman (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Epilogue of Stranger in a Strange Time by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).

Hype

Kelly Eskridge has a new collection of short fiction coming out called Dangerous Space. Check it out at her web site and think about picking up a copy in June.

Speaking of short story collections by talented authors...Barbara Davies has a new collection out called Into the Yellow and Other Stories. Buy your copy today. You won't regret it.

And now...on to the updates.

Tamara

CSI

• Parts 8 & 9 of Mad World by Eveh (The Athenaeum).
  
  Comics
  
• Episode #505 of Dykes to Watch Out For by Alison Bechdel (her web site).
  
  
• 3/5/2007 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Close Encounter by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Miscommunication by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Original
  
• Part 3 of A Moment in Time by Mickey Minner (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 10 of Tales in the Making (Conclusion) by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• The Book of the Body by Vivian Darkbloom (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapters 1 & 2 of Earth's Savior by Hillsys Stalker (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Bathroom Fixtures, Non-Corporeal Manifestations & You by Aurelia (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Fusion by J. A. Zollicoffer (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Episode 23 of Hollywood Dreams by Fiur and Vlamme (The Athenaeum).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 7, page 1 & 2 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• The Fairy at the Bottom of the Garden by Celievamp (Area 52).

Nibbles

The new addition to our growing list of pets is a honey bear hamster named Nibbles. We were warned by the helpful sales clerk that he will bite when scared but if we continue to be calm with him our opportunity to pet him regularly will be there. Also he let me know that they sleep the majority of the day and are awake at night. Both seem true.

He may be a fat little furry beast but he does bite hard and let's just say last night he enjoyed his new Critter Trail home we purchased for him. Good thing that excercise ball at the top is darn quiet because I think he spent a good portion of the night in it...with two indoor cats looking on longingly.

So that's what I've been doing with my weekend, how about all of you? Got anything nifty to share? Let us know. Until then, enjoy your updates.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chaper 3 of War by Vamp_fangs (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Waiting for Dani by JustSkipIt (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 28 of Switcheroony by Alicorn (Wiffy Dreamverse Fanfiction).
  
  CSI
  
• Genie in a Bottle by Karin (Sassy).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Close Encounter by Ann (Fluff!).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Inspiration by Andrea & Ruby (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  
• Writing Challenge 1 - 4 entries - "The dress was edged in..." by Various (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  Original
  
• Part 7 of Savage by phair (her web site).
  
  
• Director's Cut by Ciaran Llachlan Leavitt (Academy of Bards).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Proud Warrioress...Those Legs! by IseQween (Academy of Bards).

Fun

P&P updated. Enjoy!

Tamara

All My Children

• The Tape by A.M. Glass (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Babylon 5
  
• The Wolf At The Door by Amara (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Bad Girls
  
• Stormy Beginnings by ScottishFi (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Birds of Prey
  
• I Scream, You Scream... by barbdheart (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Retribution by Debbie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  CSI
  
• Seminar: Advances in the Restraint of Suspects (Drabble) by Buf (Sassy).
  
  
• Miniature Disasters by atfm (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Luck Be A Lady by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Black Swan by mirage (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Charlie's Angels
  
• Second Chances by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Fingersmith
  
• Emma by archaeobard (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  
• Part 2 of Living Dream by Cobsmowd (Fingersmith Fever).
  
  The L Word
  
• Beer and Wine by halfofone (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• A Day to Remember by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Parts 22 & 23 of Open to Persuasion by Allie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: TBJ
  
• The Green-Eyed Monster by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Part 1 of The Darkness Within by Melissa Wild (Academy of Bards).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Almost Too Late by Meem (Area 52).
  
  
• Part 8 of Testing Times: Forgiveness (Conclusion) by SJSlashfan (Area 52).

The weekend lies ahead.

After a very long hard week this is one that I look forward to. Sleeping in is most definitely on my agenda. Perhaps some laundry and basic chores as well, but I think E slug needs to be seen for sure.

I continue to fight this cough and sinus issues that have infiltrated my system while I was down with the flu. They both continue to hound me day in and day out. I am beyond sick of them both. However, I do believe we should all buy stock in Kleenex in times like these.

So I'm finished whining, now back to your updates! Enjoy.

Elisa

BtVS

• Wrong Wish by Kristjan Brezovnik (her web site).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/2/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Parts 8 & 9 of Tales in the Making by S. Derkins (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Chapters 3 & 4 of Now You See Me by Susan Thompson (Astrometrics).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Part 3 of Loose Ends by the Score (formerly known as Succedanea) by alittlemorebite (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 6 of Duality of Hope and Despair by Adam Chiron (Academy of Bards).
  
  

Tonight

You've got a bunch to read. Enjoy 'em.

Tamara

Birds of Prey

• Retribution by mrswoman (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  
• Inner Monologue by Barbed (Birds of Prey Femslash).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 3 of Paid to Get Excited by Coopster5000 (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Changing Worlds by Justified (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 18 of Rhyme and Reason by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of The Moonlight Densetsu Chronicles by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 21 of The Legend of Green Eyed Red by Tarawhipped (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 3/1/2007 Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Happy New Year by zennie (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Uncommon Love by mrswoman (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Voices by Karin (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Missing by Ann (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Luck Be aLady by Ann (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Part 4 of Taking a Chance: Conversations by Mikey (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  NCIS
  
• Secret by Senepa (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• A Good and Sweet Year by Hope (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• Behind Lace Curtains by Inanna Gabriel (Sapphic Voices).
  
  
• The Drive by Kate Gorton (Sapphic Voices).
  
  Stargate Atlantis
  
• Submersion Together by Bethany (Area 52).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• House-warming by Bethany (Area 52).
  
  Voyager
  
• Chapter 11 of Deadlier Than a Scorpion's Sting by Kudara (her web site).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 23 of Queen of Hearts by Melissa Good (her web site).