Hi all!

I'd like to get recommendations a new way.

Rec me something COMPLETED and MATURE based on this picture:

What story does this make you think of? Is there an Edward out there that comes to mind?

I'm really interested to see what you all come up with!

EDIT: Don't hesitate to add yours even if the comment count is high or you feel you're late to the party, I've favorite'd this so I will keep on checking it! I think my expirament is coming up with some GREAT suggestions!

(this is my open letter to Rob.  You can add to it, if you like, in the comments.  I'm sure some of you have a word or two for him as well)

Dear Rob,

I have stuff to do.  I am a busy woman, with a business that needs my attention, I have a household to run, children to raise, stories to read, and to write, and friends to chat with. 

STOP DISTRACTING ME.

Stop wearing that damn tuxedo and allowing your picture to be taken.

Stop being so freaking hot, I can't get shit done.

JUST STOPPIT.

Yer ruining my life.

Thanks,

g.a.w.

Here's the evidence:

more via rpatz daily

Okay, so I know a lot more than necessary about some of you and nothing about others of you. So, I thought we should take this opportunity to get to know more about each other.

Here's how it works. Introduce yourself and provide as much or as little information as you'd like.

I'll start us off in the comments and we'll go from there. Umkay?

Just to make it pretty....

Ugh.  Haven't been around for a while, just lots of RL and stuff that makes me sad.  

But, one thing that made me happy today is this interview from SM where she basically says some of the scenes in the Eclipse movie were just not right.  Silly thing to be happy about, but I felt validated and delighted to know that it wasn't her fault.  I kept thinking when I was watching the movie, that if it were my book, I'd be pissed.  ETA: not that I didn't giggle and snort and enjoy myself through the entire movie.  OMG it was awesomely cheez and fun.  

Anywho, here's an excerpt:

Transcription:
Kim: Okay, we have a question about the Angry Edward, and how hot he is. When he gets angry, he pulls up, and he’s like…ya know……if you ever touch her against her will again. All the fans just love it. We all love it and everybody went crazy. The members, our members, we all wanna know about angry Edward.

Alison: Why do you think the fandom thinks Angry Edward is SO hot?

SM: Ya know it’s funny about this scene, and Meghan’s giving me the eye. That’s the one I walked out on, on the dailies because in my head that scene was so much different. In the movie Edward is quite separate motivation-ally from the book Edward. At this point in the film in the story for me he’s gotten past this. Like he’s realized “I can’t act like a teenage boy anymore. I have to give her space. I have to be the mature one here.” And in that scene in the book, he has, icy calm control. He is very gentle. He is very soft spoken. He is very mature. So when I see him….and plus ya know, the movies are unable to bring to life some of the elements in the mythology. If Edward had, in anger, grabbed Jacob by the shoulder, his arm would have come off. And the fact that Taylor is uninjured, and that he just kind of sits there…..bothered me. So I'm like…wait! If we are gonna go for it, tear his arm off. Ya know. And it’s hard for them, because blood puts you over the limit and stuff, and they would not tear off Jacob’s arm. I’m like….if we want angry Edward, I wanna see some blood. They had already filmed that day, so we couldn’t redo it but, people have responded really well to it. 

The rest is HERE, worth a read if you felt the same way.

So, er, what mistakes bug you in regards to fanfiction? Robert Webb should have said 'saying things wrongly' instead of 'saying things wrong'. Naughty.

Hey Campers,

I need a little guidance as I come crashing down from what I thought was a great natural high for me.  This may also just be one of those I'm doing okay but I'm just freaking out too much now so let me explain:

I entered a one-shot contest the other day.  When I wrote the story I was really proud of myself.  Lucky enough I was given advice by some helping hands.  I paid close attention to my past/present tenses.  Also tried to jumble up my sentences so I did say "I", "I", "I" all the time.  lolI found myself for once feeling like I was improving my skill in writing instead of just putting stuff down on paper.  I would even go to say I was confident in my writing because I was FINALLY catching on to the constructive feedback.  I was even giddy with joy when I was done.  Doesn't take much to amuse me.

Now that the contest has started I'm seeing my story being read (70+ count) with only two replies.  I'm REALLY trying not to focus on this.  WHY DID I CLICK THE STATICS LINK!  I feel some what saddened by this.  And I know I shouldn't.  Maybe this should be some sort of mind test to understand why we as humans want to feel accepted or something like that.  Anywho...

So writers...are there others out there that have this issue?  Am I just being an overprotective mom and want my baby story to succeed in its short life? I try to think of this as a situation that just not everyone replies to posts. Which is completely fine. I see you reading so at some point I got your attention. My only issue is that darn little voice in the back of my head is mocking me saying look at that no one likes it. ::headdesk::So any advice…hug…face slap would be great. I'm having so much mixed emotions I don't know what up or down.

Luna StarFire

I know I'm probably risking the possibility of being axe murdered by some of you by saying this, but until recently, I was kind of over the whole Rob craze. Originally I was completely on the bandwagon. That was when Twilight was a little known thing (I was one of the originals, reading the first book when it first came out)...and now its some insane craze. And I found myself getting over it all.  It just seemed like these crazy 12 year old girls were screaming about him simply because he plays a character they love (and they probably are). I was fed up with the fact his acting in the Twilight Saga is frankly pretty horrible. I figured he was just some one hit wonder who would disappear once the twilight "phenomenon" blows over.

And then I watched 'Remember Me' tonight.

And HOLY CRAP ON A CRACKER.

All my original love for him came flooding back. THAT MAN CAN ACT. with PASSION, and SKILL. I love that he's moved away from being stereotyped. *happy dance*I completely fell in love with him again (in a completely mature, non-fangirl way. haha)

So, what do you think of Rob in Remember Me? Have you found yourself getting over the whole craze at one point or another (possibly from all the screaming tweens)?

*I hope this post is ok...It is Friday Free For All, yes??*

Can someone please tell me why the fack no one is talking about the MSOB update?

We need to correct that pronto.

or

the how to get yer arse in shape campfire.

I'd been thinking about posting this in a FFF campfire for a couple of weeks but had decided against it because, well, many reasons - anyhoo, when lo and behold GAW decided to host the fantastic advice campfire about 4 posts or so down from here. It struck me that a lot of the questions actually had to do with self-confidence issues. It seems we women seem to be a bit thin on it - props to those of you who are flush with it - cue my prompting to post this campfire.

Lets talk xercise and diet - no, don't run away, it's not that daunting.

In my personal amateur opinion - but with many years of exercise and nutrition experience, getting your butt off the couch and your junk food habit under control are the two best single things you can do for yourself, including your self confidence. Following some simple eating tips and getting some regular exercise can help fight:

Depression

Osteoporosis

High Blood Pressure

Stress

Heart Disease

Cancer...

and on and on and on.

It is NEVER too late to start (with the go ahead form your Dr of course) eating clean and getting mean in the gym.

Honestly, the gym is my church, it's where I go to keep myself a sane ( most of the time) friendly, happy (er than I would be) useful member of society (and yes, you can also catch me praying/meditating/chanting my way through my 4th set of weighted walking lunges)

I've had several breaks from the gym over the years, and going back is hard, so I can understand how daunting it might be for someone who has never taken a step toward exercise in their life - but it's extremely important.

So anyway, soapbox put aside - I'm going to give you the best tips I have, the publications I use and some engouraging pictures for those of you who don't think they could ever be in shape and I want those of you who have tips/idea/workout routines/recipes, anything diet and exercise orientated to jump on in with them.

Tips/resources in the comments.

When I am reading a fic, and I get past the first few chapters-- enough that I'm committed to the story & the characters & I've made an investment of a few hours of my life already, there's very little that will make me click the red X and abandon the story.

However, I do have some hard limits.

I'll stop reading if the plot jumps the shark, and suspending my disbelief actually starts causing a physical headache.

I'll stop reading if the plot is abandoned in favor of chapter after chapter of explicit sex (I don't mind descriptive sexytimes, but they're only good in moderation-- the story doesn't need to be NOTHING BUT sexytimes).

I'll stop reading at buttsex.

I'm not judging anyone who writes or reads or enjoys buttsex in RL. I just choose to spend my free time doing pretty much anything other than reading about buttsex.

What are your limits?

I waited til Friday to post this for the Friday Free For All kinda thing.   I inhaled 5 books this week.   Patricia Briggs' "Mercy Thompson" series.   It is so good.   You name it paranormal and it's probably in there...werewolves, vamps, ghosts, fae and even a few stray humans.   Has anyone else read these?   I'd love to have someone to discuss them with.   I can't find much in the way of fanfiction so I have to wait until next January when the next book comes out to get my fix.

Here is what the first cover looks like.......

http://www.hclibrary.org/highlyrecommended/wp-content/uploads/image/MoonCalled.jpg   (I have no idea how to get the picture to pop up sorry just a link)

Here's a link to what the story is about:  http://www.amazon.com/Called-Mercy-Thompson-Patricia-Briggs/dp/0441019277/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1279257946&sr=8-10#reader_0441019277

Anyone know any really good completed fics? I'm leaving for Boston TwiCon at 6 AM tomorrow and I have quite a car ride to sit through, so I thought the most appropriate time filler would be TwiFic ;P

I've read almost all the "populars," so I'm looking for those that may not be as popular, but deserve to be (and are completed, of course).

Also, I'm anal (lol) and I proofread as I read, so it can't have more than a very small number of errors or it will drive me up the wall.

Any suggestions? Pleeease and thank you. <3 Rob thanks you, as well:

It's Time....

ADF's ADVICE CAMPFIRE

hosted by grown.ass.woman

Do you have a problem and you need some advice?

Is there a question you've been dying to ask?

Is there something on your mind and you're just too embarassed to go to anyone else?

ASK YOUR QUESTIONS HERE.

NOTHING IS OFF LIMITS

Keep in mind... the wine is free-flowing so eventually I won't be able to type anymore...

Oh look... even Rob dressed for the occasion~

disclaimer:

This advice campfire is meant to be FUN.

Some of you have serious questions and I will do my best to answer them as sensitively and honestly as I can.
If professional advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional person should be sought. ADF and the Rangers disclaim any and all responsibility for any liability or risk, personal or otherwise, which may be incurred as a consequence of the use and application of any advice or comment.

The contents of this campfire are of an ADULT nature.
 

Because sometimes some things even make you forget your own name.

ADF's AMNESIA CAMPFIRE

Forgot the name of a Fic?

Looking for anything in particular?

Don't be ashamed! Ask here! Someone will remember!

I have been forgetting EVERYTHING LATELY. Every time I talk to someone, I say "you know, it's the fic where...." 

My brain is broken.

Hey campers, does anyone know the back story to the Denali clan? How and when did they meet the Cullens?

I'm writing a one shot and want it to canon, so just wanted to double check.

WFE set- more inside

Are you new to A Different Forest?

Are you not new but still wonder sometimes about some things?

Do you think you know the answers to other people's questions about how ADF works?

Here is the chance to ask!

Have you found a GREAT TRICK about ADF or a Favorite Feature?

Here is your chance to share it!

No question is too silly!

No tip is too small!

Let's see how well YOU know (or don't know) your way around the forest!

Because I'm already out of sorts due to my phone dying a sudden death yesterday, and T-Mobile not being able to ship me a replacement until next Wednesday (yes, I'm going into dt's over not being able to access the web everywhere I go and read ff in bed at night because I have no guy to do naughty things with instead), I'm gonna take it to the next level.

Today- deep breath- I am going to read a story I would normally never read.

I ONLY EVER EVER EVER read Edward-centric fics. I don't care who he's paired with- Bella, Jasper, Carlisle (my fave coupling!!!), or Leah (shout-out to mjinaspen)- but the story needs to feature my man front and center.

I'm not ready to get totally crazy, so I'm sticking with an author I know and love- greeen goldfish. She just started a new fic called 'The Cliffs of Icarus', which can be found here in the Forest under Storytelling. http://www.adifferentforest.com/Fiction/?Chapter=2912

Leah Clearwater drifts through life, unsure of how she feels about feeling nothing at all.

My challenge to you today, campers, is to go outside your comfort zone, what is safe and happy and familiar to you, and read something you would normally never think twice about. Then come back here and tell me all about it. No fic or author bashing, however. I'm not down with that.

And if you have advice on how to go without my phone for the next few days I will be eternally grateful.

... some feedback. I'm writing my very first fanfic, and I'm aiming for a darkish mystery/romance kind of thing. I'm only two chapters in, but I need to know something - there's a small twist in the first chapter, and I'd really like to know when readers see it. I'm aiming for late in the first chapter, meaning that if people realize what's going on in the first few sentences I'm being too obvious ;)

Anyway, I'd love your opinion! Who can help me out? I'll PM the chapter (~1800 words) to anyone that's interested, and I'll attach my exact question after the chapter, so as not to spoil it ;) I'd be eternally grateful to you, every opinion counts!

Also, to make this interactive: Do you have a similar kind of problem? Do you need someone to proofread your stuff? Do you have trouble writing a summary for a story? Need an opinion in general? Please ask your question in here!

some jawporn for your time:

campfire approved by the lovely jennyfly

who's going to comic con?

san diego comic con starts next wednesday night, for those of us lucky enough to have that particular pass.

comic con in san diego is the world's biggest/best comic book convention, but it's morphed into this monstrosity in which people in the tv, movie, and video game world join the comic book fanboys/girls and preview upcoming stuff, give out tons of free swag, allow you to experience new products, and offer things for sale, including tons of exclusive items.  

going to comic con is no longer the badge of geekdom that it used to be; it's now more like a badge of inducing hulk-like green envy from those going.  you get to see famous people you stan for obsess over adore, possibly get their autograph, and see them in street clothes.  plus, you often get to see exclusive footage from their upcoming stuff.

so, campers-

who's goin'?

whatcha doin' there?

wanna take me out to lunch?

do you mind if i pass out on your hotel room floor in the event that i am obliterated?

who're you going for, since there's no twilight panel this year?

omg i just checked, there are 4 day passes available right now, as well as passes for sunday night (the night of supernatural and smallville, not to mention nathan fillion doing the castle panel).  click on the link up there. omg, i wanna see you in san diego!

i'm going, of course, for this guy: