Let's talk about Comic Con - ever been there? What's it like for you? Have a cool experience? Tell us about it!

Personally, I've never made it there but I'd love to go someday....someday.

Good morning, ADF campers!

Today we're talking about ACCESSORIES.

Do you have some favorite accessories that just 'make' an outfit?

Favorite designer for accessories?

Show us what makes you, you!

While looking for pictures for the front page, I came across this lovely blue clutch from Marc Jacobs.  Apparently it's from his 2010 line.  I like quirky things like this, so I decided to see if I could still find it.  It's on Overstock for $640.  A bit out of my price range, but I'll just include the picture so I can admire it.

Please feel free to share your 'wish list' accessories too. 

Next week, show us your favorite room or spot in your house.  With many people in the US home this week for snow days, I figure we all will have time to snap some pics.  Thank you to Mrs. CherryBomb for the suggestion.

Does anyone have Righteous and Wicked by Cherry.blossomz? 

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Are you in an area that was hit by the Polar Vortex? Snow day for the kids? Or just enjoying the colder weather. Let's play a game...

Are you a mountain or a beach? And why?

Choose one and defend your pick!!! 

Also, did you get stuck in the snow? Did it even snow where you are? Share your winter wonderland stories!!

I hope none of our campers here got stuck on the roads like so many in Atlanta, and that everyone is safe and sound, and bundled up. 

This is a pretty interesting clip.  Some of you may or may not recognize the guy that pops up around the :56 mark (and again around 1:28).  I can't recall his name (cough, Sam, cough), but I'm sure some here can.

Can you imagine Will Smith as Neo in The Matrix (he was offered the role before Keanu Reeves was hired).  Al Pacino turned down the role of Han Solo. And in light of the success Jennifer Lawrence has had, imagine if she'd won the part of Bella Swan after all?  The mind boggles. 

Are you aware of any other iconic roles that almost went to someone else?  Which Oscar winning role do you think Kevin Bacon is referring to?

MICHAEL CORLEONE AS HAN SOLO????!!! 

KELLAN LUTZ AS EDWARD CULLEN?!!! NOOOOOO!

ETA:  More new video with "that guy."  (See it bigger here.)

Diving Deep for Fan Fic Treasures

Each week I will brave the treacherous waters of Fan Fiction for untold treasure. Below are the gems I've found this week!

Have a great haul this week! 
I'm really excited to see where a few of these go.
Lots to read for those of us hunkering down in the bitter cold! Six below here today!

Please take a minute to let the author know your thoughts and that you found them here on ADF!

Restoration by TwiLoverSue
Resigned to her lonely fate, Bella risks her life to rescue a man left for dead by enemy soldiers. Edward turns out to be a little more than she bargained for, his presence awakening dangerous desires and inspiring dreams that could change her life—and the course of a Kingdom—forever. Loosely inspired by Cinderella.

Medieval times. Bella saves Prince Edward after he’s wounded in the forest. Can he save her from her life as a servant?


My Heart My Home by Edward's Eternal
Edward Cullen, constantly in the spotlight, sought after British actor has had problems with his staff. He needs a new housekeeper. Bella, his manager's sister, is in a tight spot and needs a job. They meet … they talk … they bond. But how deep does the bond go? Can either of them figure it out? Will he realize what he already has?

Gold Star of the week here! I am immensely enjoying this one.  Love the banter between E & B.

Reign by RuthlesslyYours
Be humble. Be Sweet. Speak of womanly things. But above all, give your king anything he seeks. Lady Isabella Swan of Devonshire does none of these things.

King Edward decides to woo wild spirited Lady Bella.
 

Not-So-Superhuman by Musicxlove11
Isabella Swan has a strange power: when her skin touches another's, she sees a vision of their death. And Bella's visions always come true. When new student Edward Cullen takes a strange interest in her, she's determined to keep him at a distance. Will she be able to stop her vision of his death from happening? And will she be able to resist his charms -even to save her own life?

Supernatural twist in this one.  Edward will not stay away from Bella no matter how hard she tries to shake him.  Somehow, her death is tied to his.  Can she stop it?
 

Stealing Home by redkat19761
When 15-year old Edward's mother dies, he and his father and younger brother relocate from Philadelphia to Lewisburg PA. Bella, the 17-year-old girl who lives across the street, is hired to look after the boys. A romance blossoms between the two teenagers, but is it enough to beat the odds against them? Some alcohol/drug references and definitely lemons.

Ed decides not to get attached to anything or anyone in this new town.  That doesn't work out so well for him.  High School fic.


Stolen Eclipse by TreasuredHeart
Isabella Swan has always wanted to be a pirate. When an opportunity arises, she disguises herself as a man and joins the crew of the biggest ship on the ocean. But when conflicting emotions for a certain pirate captain gets her in trouble, will she be able to conquer all and stay alive?

Bella, wanting adventure as a Pirate, joins the Cullen crew disguised as a boy. She regrets it immediately, but something about the Captain, keeps her in it.
 

FLASH BACK FIC DIVES:

Reality and Other Inconveniences by OhMyWord
Edward’s body was close, too close for sensible thought on my part. He watched me like he was waiting for an opening, my own personal loosening of morals.

Bella inherits her mother's childhood home.  Edward is the tennant living in the guest house.  They clash immediately, mix up some signals, but then find comfort in each other.


Evening the Score by DH78
Bella is a relationship-weary sports journalist. Edward is a playboy, ex-pat American soccer player in London. When they meet, will they connect or kill each other?

Soccerward.  He's sweet, hot and in love with Bella.  She's kind of...loose.  Doesn't do repeats.  Can he get her to change her ways?

Let me know what looks good to you!  Thanks everyone! 
 

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Welcome to the Monday Morning Hot Guy Campfire. What better way to start your week than a hot guy?

Every Monday, I'm going to dedicate a CF to the Hot Guy of the Week.The catch? The CF can ONLY be about the current nominated guy. 

We all have different tastes in men, so please don't yuck anyone's yum.If you have a man you'd like to see crowned for the week, PM or hit me up on twitter (@ffcherry) with his name.

Do you play board or card games?  

Once or twice a month, my older kids and their significant others come over, I cook some of their fave dishes (or sometimes we'll do an assortment of favorite snacks and desserts), and we spend hours playing games.  Sometimes their friends or our friends join in too.  It's so much fun, and it's also brought us closer as a family. 

We have a fairly decent selection of games to choose from, but we're always on the look-out for something new.  

What are some of your favorite games to play with a group (either for adults or kids - I have a 12 year old in addition to grown sons)?  Please tell me what you like about the game.  Also, how long does each game usually last?  

On another note, what types of things do you do as a family to stay close and spend time together? 

Here are some of our current faves:

This is a great game for strategy.  My sons are cutthroat, so I never win, but it's still fun to try.  Players have to cooperate with each other and barter for resources, while also trying to win or keep their opponents from winning. 

A game of secret-identity/deception 

This is a card game.  It requires some planning and strategy and took me a while to get the hang of, but it's a LOT of fun. 

This game is not for everyone.  Have you ever played Apples to Apples?  This is the adult version.  I make sure the 12 year old is not within earshot when we play this.  I'd suggest only playing with people you know well who will get your sense of humor.  You have been warned. 

Hi everyone!

Just in case you missed it, TFMU made an announcement last night.

Nashville is the city for 2014!!

But there was a tie for the dates. The top two dates are up for votes.

Please check out the blog and vote if you plan to attend the BIG TFMU in NASHVILLE.

http://www.twificmeetup.com/

Voting ends Tuesday, January 28, 2014 so they can confirm dates ASAP!!

Thanks so much! :)