Putzing Out

I'm drawing a blank about what to write tonight. Lucky for you tonight's update is HUGE. Have at it!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 6 of Two Slayers in Love by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of Potential by Dylan (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of Two Hearts, One Prophecy by wolfkin (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapters 1-3 of Fate's Choice by kenyon87 (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Buffy's Life After by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  BtVS/Charmed
  
• Chapter 28 of Charmed, I'm Sure by rebelrsr (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Comics
  
• 12/06/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Criminal Minds
  
• It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Answer by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Like This Insubstantial Pageant Faded by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Blind Leading the Not So Blind by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Family by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Finding Happiness by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Peace Tonight by Kayryn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  CSI
  
• Snow by Ardvari (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• Born of the observation by Angie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 2 of Saving Meby Berg (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 2 & 3 of ...And the winner is by Berg (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Part 8 of The Sum of Contradictions; Red or White? by beurre blanc (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 9 of of The Sum of Contradictions; Singed by beurre blanc (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Believe by Adrienne & Miranda (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: TBJ
  
• The Letter by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• I Won't If You Don't by purplebrat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Temptation by purplebrat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Who Knew by purplebrat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• The Odd Man Out by Ann (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Parts 2 & 3 of The Appalling Flat Incident (Complete) by zennie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  NCIS
  
• Teasing It Out by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Giving Their Thanks by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Nikki & Nora
  
• Elfin Ways by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Original
  
• Rebeccah and the Highwayman; Epilogue by Barbara Davies (Bard's Corner).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Pushing Through by Elfcat255 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• A Captain's Carol by Patricia L. Givens (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Women's Murder Club
  
• When by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Someday, Darlin' by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Jealousy by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Really? by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Trident Wanted by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Overreacting by e-dog (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Compulsive Interest by e-dog (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 2 of Cement Shoes Won't Stop Her by GilliganKane (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• My Lord: Athens by Mayt (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• My Lord: Athens by Mayt (The Athenaeum).

Ramble from Kris

Tonight we have a special ramble and request from an aspiring writer, Kris Grossman.

Writing is easy. All you do is stare at a blank sheet of paper until drops of blood form on your forehead. -- Gene Fowler

Despite much encouragement by various people in my life that have come and gone, I had never spent much time writing with the exception of emails and the occasional grocery list. But two years ago, I found myself enrolled in a Writing/English course in a local community college. Nervous about being a, well to be polite let's just say over 40 year old student, who had last spent time in a classroom in 1989, I nonetheless forced myself onto the bus that would take me to my reintroduction to the land of academia.

Walking into the room I saw my worst fears. A class filled with students who had barely left behind their teen years if even that. Still, I managed to get through the two hours, and even completed the preliminary in class assignment about why we were in that class, and what we hoped to get out of it. My handwriting was even worse than usual from shaking hands but I took a deep breath and handed it in.

During the first class, the professor explained the necessity of being in class every day, and that absences would severely interfere with our grades. Since I had an ongoing medical condition I knew would probably interfere with my ability to attend school every day, the disability office had encouraged me to simply explain the condition to the instructor. So, the next morning, bright and early I found myself in Kay Cooper's office. The discussion about possibly missing more classes than she would like lasted only about five minutes with her just encouraging me to attend as much as I could, and missed classes would be dealt with as they came up. She was easy to talk to, and more than understanding of the anxiety ridden woman in front of her.

To my great surprise, after the initial topic was dealt with, she changed the conversation to the in class writing I had handed in the day before. Listening to her, words like, a writer's voice, and a natural talent with words began to float from her. Although more than a little doubtful about her positive encouragement, I slowly found myself feeling more confident about my ability to put pen to paper, and produce something worth reading. Or, in this modern technological age, more confident in my ability to put fingers to keyboard.

Anyway, to make a long story slightly shorter, that is how I first began to write. Since then, I have encountered many curves, detours, and darkened tunnels to travel through. In the last few months, my life has completely changed which included a move from my beloved Great Pacific Northwest to Los Angeles, California. The one thing that has remained constant though, is my need to sit down in front of my computer and type. Certainly, not everything I produce is good. In fact, I suspect that more than a little bit of it is pretty much drivel. Still, here I find myself. Writing not so much out of any great need to entertain myself, but rather from the essential act of finding expression and comfort in the letting go of words and emotions that come from that simple action. It has to me become part therapy, part devotion, and part roller coaster ride.

All of which brings me to the reason I am here. To put it in the simplest of terms, I need help. I want to improve my skills, and the best way to do that in my opinion is to open myself up to the constructive criticism of the wonderful lesbian writers that take the chance on their talent in order to share it with others like me. Among other things, I need an editor. As you may be able to tell from the length of this ramble, I tend to fall in love with words. Although I am learning the fine art of self editing, it would be beneficial to get the opinion of others. Help with the placements of punctuation marks, and sentence structure fall into the arena of necessity as well.

I could go on and on, but I'm sure you all have gotten the point by now. Basically, any kind of assistance at all would be very much appreciated. My mama used to tell me all the time, "Well, you have to try" and "It doesn't hurt to ask." She was a very wise lady my mother, and time has proven her to be right on most things. So, here I am still trying, and here I am asking. I write anything from essays, to memoirs, to short stories. Currently I am working on something that will end up being between a short story and a novella; depending on if I decide it is worth continuing on with it.

I thank you in advance, not only for helping me, but for producing such fine lesbian centered literature. My email addresses are kris.grossman@gmail.com or kristattoo2001@yahoo.com.

Sincerely,

Kris Grossman
AKA kristattoo

So there you have it, a very nice request indeed. If you have some time and are willing to help out, let Kris know.

Now on to your updates, enjoy!

Elisa

Birds of Prey/X-Files

• Chapter 13 of A Whole New World: When Ripples Catch Up With You by JS ellienoname & MG (JS Odds and Ends).
  
  BtVS
  
• Chapter 5 of Two Slayers in Love by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of American Girls by Barnabas (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  Comics
  
• 12/05/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Give and Take by Geonn (Area 52).
  
  Original
  
• Part 7 of Storm Surge by Melissa Good (her web site).
  
  
• Parts 36 & 37 of Double Play by Cruise (Athenaeum).
  
  
  

Busy

Busy day here for me. I did a lot but not a lot got done. Funny how that works, huh?

Tomorrow morning mom and I are taking Cal to the mall for his Santa visit. Last year he surprised me by asking Santa for a blue ukelele. Ebay was my savior on that one. This year I want to give myself plenty of time to find another possible surprise request.

Enjoy your updates!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapters 8-12 of Kathy's Revenge by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of Buffys Life After by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Potential by Dylan (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 25 of If Only by bobina (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of Speak Easy by TazRaven (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of The Moonlight Densetsu Chronicles: A Dream Revealed! by SithLordWiccan (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 12/04/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI: Miami
  
• Only Your Fingerprints by Shatterpath (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• Inner Musings : Fanfiction, Crushes, and Babysitting by Disillusioned Warrior (Academy of Bards).
  
  Popular
  
• What Would Happen by K8 (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Dancing Queen by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Frisky by carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 1 of Letting Go by Bobbie Stewart (Academy of Bards).

Ramble from Andi Marquette

Tonight you get a treat! An Author ramble from the one and only Andi Marquette!

Hiya, peeps! 'Tis I, Andi Marquette, the Wizard of Odd. So Elisa, like, wanted a ramble. Now, far be it for me to say no to her, since who the hell can do THAT? I cannot say no to a fabulous woman like her. She makes me WEAK in all the right places...(Tamara makes me weak in all the left places)

Anyway. Let's talk Torquere. Why? Because I now have two published short stories with them and a third that will be released 9 February (and Torquere is really good about deadlines, so if they say that's the day, then that's the day). As some of you probably know, "From the Boots Up" is now available in the anthology Under This Cowgirl's Hat, edited by the fabulous SA Clements through Torquere.

There are several e-book formats available for as low as $6 U.S. or thereabouts but you can also get a really nice paperback copy. I just got mine and...I gotta tell you. I really like the format. Speaking of Meg and Gina in "From the Boots Up," keep yer eyes peeled cuz I ain't done with those two. I do have a novel starring them and I'll be pitching that right quick as soon as I get it cleaned up. More as it becomes available. Teaser available for "...Boots..." at my LiveJournal site.

Oh, for $1.29 U.S. (CAN YOU DIG IT????), you can download another story I have with Torquere, as part of their special and spooky Halloween "Sips" line. The story is called Night Shift.

You can access a teaser for it at my LiveJournal site.

OH, you can also access a rather short NAUGHTY story I posted at LiveJournal. It's called "Gridlock" and you'll find it under the 31October listing. Ze, notice how I did that date just for you, in proper UK/Euro style (you rock, by the way).

The third story Torquere picked up that will be part of their "Single Shots" line is "Some Kind of River." I've been getting a lot of feedback on that one. Folks seem to really like it. Well, you'll soon be able to get your very own copy. WOOOO! And if you hit me up, I just might sign it for you and maybe even put a big ol' lip print on it for you.

All right, so I spent November doing the NaNo thing. For those of you who read the teaser for "Night Shift" and maybe bought the story from Torquere, my NaNo project is a novel starring Martie and Rhi, from "Night Shift." Not really a prequel, but sort of. It's a totally new direction for me, since it deals with paranormal stuff, but it's been a BLAST writing it. You can access an excerpt for the NaNo Thing, as I'm calling it (Chapter 1, as a matter of fact) on my LiveJournal.

Oh, and if you're not completely over my shtick, you can catch me blogging at MySpace. I keep people posted on what I'm up to in terms of writing, in terms of RL, and I pimp stuff I find interesting, intriguing, or just plain funny. And I'll drop stuff in there that I find kinda cool and we'll do some navel-gazing, too. WOOO!

You can also catch me blogging at WOW!, which is women on women, a new slick, hip kinda site. Important tip, amigas/os: Do NOT type "womenonwomen" into your browser. Because the site that pops up for that is SO not work-friendly (do I need to spell that out for you? Women ON women? Hello!) DO type "wowwomenonwomen" into your browser. But if you want to play a joke on people, send them to "womenonwomen." HAR!

Anyway, you'll find some more serious pieces I did there (nonfiction) for a local GLBTQ paper as well as pieces I do that relate to things that may or may not have a damn thing to do with my writing and real life. The latest post, for example, is called "Pack Light" and it's meanderings through the metaphors of journeys.

AND FREAKIN' FINALLY!!!!!!!
If you aren't sure I'm as strange as people think, well you can check out this interview I did with the awesome DK Ward at HER site, QueerGirlTalk.net. God(dess) help you all if you manage to make it through unscathed...

Holy tiptoe through the tulips, Batman...this is, indeed, a ramble. BLAH BLAH BLAH...well, Elisa asked for it. Anyhoo, dang. There you go. Ramblin' along. Holy HELL, what is this lame music on my web radio? I simply MUST change it. It sounds like music from an 80s porn movie.

All right, y'all. Hope all is well with you and your'n, no matter what the hell you celebrate this time of year--or even if you don't (which is more MY style ).

Remember, don't play with matches and keep it real, yo.

Yers in struggle,
andi

p.s. read everything you can by Fletcher DeLancey. She is the BOMB. I'm hooked on her Without a Front

Let the wizard of odd know what you thought! Now back to your regularly scheduled programming. Enjoy.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 2 of That Could've Been Me by 4chunfvrsthbrave (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  Comics
  
• 12/03/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  CSI
  
• Mistletoe Mojo by viggygirl (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Holding On by Debbie (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• Pearls by Anne Azel (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Pearls by Anne Azel (The Athenaeum).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Time After Time by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  
• Secrets by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  
• Reflection by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  
• R&R by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  
• Just Desserts by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  
• Helpless by Meesh (Area 52).

Cookie Free

It's kind of weird not having a cookie recipe here. I actually have to come up with something to say now. Scary.

Let's see...Duncan turned twelve last month. We're definitely entering those wonderful years of puberty. My son alternates from being a nice, sweet kid to a horrible, hateful teenager in training. I hope I survive it.

To celebrate his birthday Duncan had four friends for a sleepover this weekend. I was smart and stayed in my room, leaving the kids to Mike. I did the good mom thing and set up plenty of food for them, including a chocolate chip cookie cake that Duncan requested. I'll be sharing that recipe soon. It was darn good.

Everyone survived the sleepover but we may have had some frustrated parents on Saturday because not a single kid slept all night. Duncan finally went to bed around 3 on Saturday afternoon and slept straight through until church school today. We ended up avoiding tearful recriminations and emotional scenes, for which I was most grateful.

Cal had his first bone x-ray. I say first because I fully expect more x-rays in his future. A girl in his class yanked really hard (not in a mean way--they were playing chase) and it ended up separating his bones from the tendon in his elbow. The doctor popped it back into place with a fair bit of pain on Cal's end. He sent us for an x-ray to make sure the wrist didn't have a stress fracture. Since the injury was caused by pulling he didn't think it likely but better safe than sorry.

Luck was with us and the bone wasn't broken. Also after getting all those elbow bones in the right place he was feeling much better and started using his arm again. Pretty much good as new. Kids are like that, they bounce right back a heckuva lot easier than adults.

That was my excitement for the week. Hope y'all have a good one ahead.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 12 of Just Breathe by Asher (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of 2 Slayers and a Baby by slayertash (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 31 of Just a College Girl by Forgotten Conscience (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 22 of The Rosenberg Institute by Pipsberg (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of The Naked Truth by Witch Fu (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Original
  
• Part 3 of Untitled (as yet) Story by Mickey Minner (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 12 of Breathless by Lois Kay (Academy of Bards).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 11, Page 6 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Two's Company by Meesh (Area 52).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Part 7 of Unconquerable Heart by Gabrixena (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• First Solstice, Second Thoughts by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• My Heart Will Go On by Paully Adams (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Not a Day Goes By by Paully Adams (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Patricia's Portrait by Geonn Cannon (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 1 of The Dark Soul by Altilicious (Academy of Bards).

Enough Cookies?

Never fear...if you need more recipes I was sent a bunch that I'll dole out over time. Until then I need to get into the holiday cookie making mood. The once a year overload is about to begin.

And now you're all back to our basic rambles on life. I have a couple rambles from others that I'll post within the next few days, but until then I hope you all have a splendid weekend. And remember, if you have something to share, feel free to send it to us anytime!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 74 of So Damn Domestic by Salix (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of 2 Slayers and a Baby by slayertash (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of Two Slayers in Love by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Kathy's Revenge by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  L Word
  
• Do They Know How Lucky They Are? by Michelle Thompson (Sapphic Voices).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• The Next Time by Janet's Penlight (Area 52).
  
  Voyager
  
• Part 19 of The Lady Katherine Chronicles; Lady Katherine And The Pressing Pursuit by Sazzy (her web site).
  
  X-Men
  
• First Snowfall by Melissa (Shatterstorm Productions).

Cookie Recipe #30

Cookie month ends with a very interesting recipe.

Cracker Toffee Triangles

Saltines (crackers) - broken matzah or soda crakers work too
2 sticks butter
2 c. brown sugar
12 oz. pkg. chocolate chips

Lay crackers side by side in 10"x15" jelly roll pan (cookie sheet with edge). Do not overlap the crackers.

Bring butter and sugar to boil and continue boiling until soft ball stage.

Pour toffee over crackers. Bake in 400 degree oven for 5 to 7 minutes. Watch carefully so doesn't burn.

Sprinkle chips over toffee/crackers and return to oven for 30 seconds to melt. Cool to set and harden Two hours and very firm. Crack and enjoy. Or if you let it set a little you can cut into squares or triangle and make more uniform.

Variations:
use dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate
add slivered almonds, walnuts or pecans after chocolate has melted.
X-mas smash candy canes or red & white peppermint hard candies in paperbag with wooden mallet sprinkle on after chocolate has melted.
Hannukah smash blue &/or white mint candies add after chocolate has melted

Enjoy Kali

Those are darn versatile and sound easy enough to make. Once again, thanks to everyone who sent recipes our way.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 2 of Parallels by Electra (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of American Girls by Barnabas (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of Boston Dreams by dax18 (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 14 of Nusac by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of The Rosenberg Paradox by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 21 of Van Rosenberg by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 11/30/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Firefly/Sandman
  
• The Annunciation by Bitterfig (Saffic).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Part 6 of The Turning Point Series by Claire Gough (Subtext in Suburbia).

Cookie Recipe #29

Yippee! Another splendid person steps forward with a cookie recipe. Take it away, LC!

This is a recipe that I stole from my mom, who got it from a PBS holiday cooking show. They take a little bit of time to make due to the incredible stickiness encountered when chopping the dates and raisins. I tried putting them in the chopper and that just made a gooey glob, so I went back to doing it by hand. But these cookies are definitely worth it in the end. I add a tad more brandy than the recipe calls for, but you could also just leave that out if you don't want the alcohol.

Cowboy Cookies

Ingredients

2 Sticks of butter, softened
1 Cup white sugar
1 Cup brown sugar
2 Eggs
1 Teaspoon vanilla
1 Tablespoon brandy

Mix these ingredients well and then add the following.

1 Cup chopped raisins
1 Cup chopped dates
2 Cups instant oatmeal
1 Cup chocolate chips
2 Cups crushed Corn Flakes
2 Cups all purpose flour, or if you use plain flour then also add 1teaspoon soda, 1teaspoon baking powder and 1teaspoon salt.

After all ingredients are thoroughly mixed, drop by rounded teaspoon full onto non-stick cookie sheets and bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 14 minutes.

LC Jordan

Wow those puppies would definitely take some time. Let me know if any of you attempt it! They also have a great name. Thanks again, LC!

Now back to your updates, enjoy 'em.

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 5 Buffy and Faith: Mothers of Dawn by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 36 of Second Chances by rebelrsr (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of Kathy's Revenge by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Buffy's Life After by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 2 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  Comics
  
• 11/29/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Original
  
• Best of Both Worlds by Anita Louise (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• A Thousand Words by Vilia Kinell (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chance by Zee and Windstar (The Athenaeum).
  
  Voyager
  
• Part 1 Janeway's Odyssey by Gun Brooke (her web site).
  
  
• Part 2 Janeway's Odyssey by Gun Brooke (her web site).
  
  
• Part 3 Janeway's Odyssey by Gun Brooke (her web site).
  
  
• Part 4 Janeway's Odyssey by Gun Brooke (her web site).
  
  
• Part 5 Janeway's Odyssey by Gun Brooke (her web site).

Cookie Recipe #28

E wasn't quite right when she said we were out of recipes. We had this one but I made her put it with my day because I thought it was such a hoot.

Since you asked..here's my recipe for great cookies.

Chocolate Chip Macadamia Nut

1. Click on www.cybersnacks.net/product597.html.

2. Enter your address and CC info.

Now this is the real tricky part...

3. Wait for the package of cookies to come from Hawaii. *VBG*

Enjoy!

Barb

Now those have to be the perfect cookies...no muss, no fuss, no cleaning up afterwards. A big thank you to those of you who sent us recipes to round out the month!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 7 of Potential by Dylan (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 1 of A Million Chances by Bobbi (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of Two Slayers in Love by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 8 of Boston Dreams by dax18 (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  Comics
  
• 11/28/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  
• Episode #516 of Dykes to Watch For by Alison Bechdel (her web site).
  
  Criminal Minds
  
• Love Letters by Lil (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Original
  
• Part 37 of Double Play by Cruise (ClubUber 2000).
  
  
• Chapter 12 (Revised) & 13 of January Thaw by C. J. Wells (Soulmates Dinosaur Bards).
  
  
• Part 9 of A Breath of Scandal by S. Anne Gardner (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Swanheart by WolfRuler (The Athenaeum).
  
  South of Nowhere
  
• Fake PG-13 by BwayElla (South of Nowhere Fanfiction).
  
  Xena Warrior Princess
  
• Nostalgia (55 word fiction) by IseQween (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 12 of Differing Shades of Grey (Conclusion) by Hillsys Stalker (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapters 4 & 5 of The Stranger of My Heart by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).
  
  
• Chapter 21 of To Take What Is Mine by Red Hope (The Athenaeum).

Cookie Recipe #27

This one comes from my own collection. Hence we are all out of the ones others have shared, but I want to take the time to say thank you to all of you who participated!

Magic Cookie Bars (a favorite for the Hodge Lodge)

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted
1 (14-ounce) can Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT evaporated milk)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/3 cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped nuts

Note...I put in a few more chips, coconut and nuts (‘til the layers are covered)

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (325 degrees F for glass dish). In small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and butter; mix well. Press crumb mixture firmly on bottom of 13X9-inch baking pan. Pour Sweetened Condensed Milk evenly over crumb mixture. Sprinkle with chips then coconut and top with nuts (layer evenly if possible) press down firmly with fork (my palm works better for this).Bake 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool. Cut into bars or diamonds. Store leftovers covered at room temperature.

Now back to the regularly scheduled programming. Enjoy!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 5 of Kathy's Revenge by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 7 of Boston Dreams by dax18 (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 20 of Van Rosenberg by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Speak Easy by TazRaven (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 10 of The Rosenberg Paradox by dlline (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  Comics
  
• 11/27/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Criminal Minds
  
• It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Answer by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Like This Insubstantial Pageant Faded by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• The Blind Leading the Not So Blind by Fewthistle (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Family by Ann (Passion & Perfection) by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Finding Happiness by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Peace Tonight by Kayryn (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Facts of Life
  
• Born of the observation by Angie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 2 of Saving Me by Berg (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Parts 2 & 3 of …And the winner is by Berg (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: SVU
  
• Part 8 of The Sum of Contradictions: Red or White? by beurre blanc (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 9 of The Sum of Contradictions: Singed by beurre blanc (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Believe by Adrienne & Miranda (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Law & Order: TBJ
  
• The Letter by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• I Won't If You Don't by purplebrat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Temptation by purplebrat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Who Knew by purplebrat (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Parts 2 & 3 of The Appalling Flat Incident (Complete) by zennie (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 3 of The Appalling Flat Incident (Conclusion) by zennie (Subtext in Suburbia).
  
  NCIS
  
• Teasing It Out by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Giving Their Thanks by Jaina (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Nikki & Nora
  
• Elfin Ways by Ann (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Pushing Through by Elfcat255 (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Voyager
  
• A Captain's Carol by Patricia L. Givens (Passion & Perfection).
  
  Women's Murder Club
  
• When by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Someday, Darlin' by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Jealousy by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Really? by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Trident Wanted by TexasWatermelon (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Overreacting by e-dog (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Compulsive Interest by e-dog (Passion & Perfection).
  
  
• Part 2 of Cement Shoes Won't Stop Her by GilliganKane (Passion & Perfection).

Cookie Recipe #26

One of my very favorite people from down under shared a cookie (biscuit) recipe with us.

Coz I'm an Aussie and that makes em biscuits not cookies, lol.

ANZAC Biscuits

Ingredients:

1 cup plain flour
1 cup rolled oats (regular oatmeal) uncooked
1 cup desiccated coconut
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 tbsp golden syrup (or honey)
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
2 tbsp boiling water

Method:

Combine the flour (sifted), oats, coconut and sugar in a bowl. Melt the butter and Golden Syrup (or honey) in a saucepan over a low heat. Mix the bicarbonate of soda with the water and add to the butter and Golden Syrup. Pour the liquids into the dry ingredients and mix well.

Spoon dollops of mixture, about the size of a walnut shell, onto a greased tin leaving as much space again between dollops to allow for spreading.

Bake in a moderate oven, 180C / 350F, for 15-20 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack and seal in airtight containers.

Tips:

The American tablespoon is a little smaller than the British tablespoon, so be generous with your Golden Syrup (or Honey) and Water.

If you have any thoughts of keeping the biscuits for any length of time I suggest you keep them in a padlocked container!

Jen

Nifty. These remind me of those munchy, crunchy honey cakes the Wiggles sing about.

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 13 of Nusac by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 11 of Just Breathe by Asher (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 5 of Buffys Life After by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 4 of Kathy's Revenge by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 61 of Play It Again...Again by slayertash (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  Comics
  
• 11/26/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Hearts and Minds by ncruuk (Shatterstorm Productions).

Cookie Recipe #25

Enjoy this one sent in from the one and only Linda!

Hey. I have have this recipe I found on the Food Network site for two reasons...1 it is a new way to make oatmeal raisin cookies and ...2 I just love this person's name. LOL

Twisted Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Recipe courtesy D.J.Dykes

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
3/4 cups white sugar
3/4 brown sugar
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups oatmeal
1 teaspoon hot water
1 cup raisins
2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a cookie sheet.

First, add the butter and sugars into a mixing bowl and cream with mixer. Add the eggs and mix well. With a large spoon mix in the flour, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, and the oatmeal, mix well.

Add the water, raisins, and vanilla. Flour a workspace and with a rolling pin or your hands make a "snake" with the dough and cut it into several pieces or in a pretzel shape. Place on the prepared cookie sheet.

Bake for 10 to 15 minutes (depending on how thick you snakes are). Let them sit and cool on the stove.

Serve on a plate and a glass of milk.

Linda

Enjoy it folks, now back to your regularly scheduled program!

Elisa

BtVS

• Chapter 60 of Play It Again...Again by slayertash (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Two Slayers in Love by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 19 of Van Rosenberg by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 9 of A Love Beyond the Stars: Against All Odds by Dax (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  D.E.B.S.
  
• Dance of Ages by Lex 'Spork' Tenou (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  Murder in Suburbia
  
• Part 1 of The Appalling Flat Incident by zennie (Subtext in Suburbia).

Cookie Recipe #24

Cool. Something I can do with those dates I've got in the freezer.

This was a favorite that my Mom made when I was growing up.

Date Nut Cookies

Filling:
2 1/4 cups chopped dates
1 cup sugar
1 cup water

Dough :
1 cup shortening
2 cups brown sugar
3 eggs, beaten
4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Date filling: Mix dates, sugar and water in a saucepan. Cook over slow heat for 10 minutes. Let cool, about 20 minutes.

Dough: Cream shortening, brown sugar and eggs. Add flour, salt and baking soda. Divide dough into 2 parts and roll each until 1/4-inch thick. Spread with date mixture and roll up like a jelly roll. Refrigerate until chilled, usually overnight. Slice 1/4- to 1/2-inch thick and place on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.

Makes 3 1/2 to 4 dozen.

NowForever@aol.com

We're really doing great with cookie month. Thanks to everyone who sent a recipe!

Tamara

BtVS

• Chapter 4 of Buffys Life After by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 3 of Kathy's Revenge by lycanthrope (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapters 1 & 2 of Two Slayers in Love by Lizzie Beam (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 6 of Boston Dreams by dax18 (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 34 of The Oracle by TweenLove'n'Hate (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  Original
  
• Part 26 of Awaken (Conclusion) by Kim Pritekel (Academy of Bards).
  
  
• Part 6 of Storm Surge by Melissa Good (her web site).
  
  Original Graphic Novel
  
• Chapter 11, Page 5 of Grace by Kris Dresen (girlthrow).
  
  Stargate SG-1
  
• Got a Life by Janet's Penlight (Area 52).

Cookie Recipe #23

Another shared recipe. This one is from Fluffy!

Really Fast Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients:

1 cup peanut butter
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking soda

Directions:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter, sugar, egg, and baking soda until well blended. Roll dough into 1 inch balls, and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool on cookie sheets until set, before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Fluffy

This one does looks simple enough. I may have to give it a try. Sadly having a child allergic to peanuts I find myself not having any peanut products around, but I may have to treat myself to these cookies and bring the batch to work.

One other note tonight, we are still in need of a few more cookie recipes to fill out the month, so consider sharing your favorite with us!

Now off to your updates, enjoy 'em.

Elisa

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• Older, But Wiser? by Merfilly (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
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• Chapters 4 & 5 of Boston Dreams by dax18 (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapter 30 of Just a College Girl by Forgotten Conscience (BuffynFaith.Net).
  
  
• Chapters 4 & 5 of Speak Easy by TazRaven (Through the Looking Glass).
  
  
• Chapter 18 of Van Rosenberg by Alcy (Through the Looking Glass).
  
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• 11/23/07 of Jane's World by Paige Braddock (Comics.com).
  
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• Green Saturday by Melissa (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
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• Blanche's Closet by Carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  
• Pussycat by Carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
  Hannah Montana
  
• Like It Like That by Carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
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• For Now by Carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
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• A Big Jumble by demoka (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
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• Part 1 of Paris, Part Deux by barbossas_wench (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
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• Part 3 of Paris, Part Deux by barbossas_wench (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• Undercover by barbossas_wench (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• What Could Have Been by monica_doggett (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• What Every Woman Needs by monica_doggett (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
  
• When She's Gone by demoka (Shatterstorm Productions).
  
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• There's a Call Room Everywhere by Carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).
  
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  Voyager
  
• A Captain's Carol by Patricia L. Givens (Perfection).
  
  Weeds
  
• Cut Throat, Literally by Carpesomediem (Realm of the Shadow).