Primarily, this blog is about being a fan and sharing that love that I have, for all things Twilight and True Blood with all of you. I also enjoy blogging about randomness... so don't say I haven't warned you.
Tonight is the Eclipse premiere and many of you will venture out into the unknown, stake your claim, and watch with wide eyes. Do not feel shame. You are not alone.
For those significant others, that will gladly accompany their loved one, or bid them adieu for the night; take heed. For behind those wide eyes, lies a little girl that romanticizes about enchanted castles, magical mirrors, frogs that transform with the touch of a kiss and most importantly of all, happily ever afters.
With laundry and dinner, and sports, and torn jeans. It will all be there tomorrow. Have fun at the premiere!!
“Too many people grow up. That's the real trouble with the world, too many people grow up. They forget. They don't remember what it's like to be 12 years old. They patronize, they treat children as inferiors. Well I won't do that.”
With the Pixel Project Voters' Choice campaign extended to 12pm EST 30 June 2010 (THREE MORE DAYS!!), Alexander Skarsgard has been maintaining his lead position in the Voters' Choice campaign.
He currently has almost 2000 votes and almost 500 petition signatures!
There is still time, Skarsgard fans. To learn more about all the nominees; click here.
To vote in the Voters' Choice Celebrity Male Role Model Polland Petition, click here Pixel Vote
The Pixel Project
The Pixel Project is a global VAW organisation which aims to taking fund-and-awareness raising for the VAW cause into the 21st Century by delivering innovative, powerful viral campaigns across various online and virtual channels including social media.
We are a worldwide coalition of grassroots activists and volunteers using the power of Web 2.0 to mount a global effort to raise awareness about and hopefully mobilise millions to get involved with ending violence against girls and women. We strongly believe that men and women must take a stand together for the right of women to live a life free of gender-based violence.
Our team is currently scattered across 4 continents, 12 timezones and over 10 cities worldwide, proving that there are no cultural or social barriers when it comes to this issue.
Our first project (2010) is to turbo-charge global awareness about VAW using social media while raising US$1 million for Malaysia’s Women’s Aid Organisation and the U.S.A.’s National Coalition Against Domestic Violence by getting a global audience to collectively unveil a million-pixel mystery collage of Celebrity Male Role Models at US$1 per pixel.
The project will invite 6 world-famous male celebrities with strong family connections, no history of violence, and are role models for men in relationships with women and children, to participate in this collage of portraits.
We have appointed award-winning international photographer Jillian Edelstein as the project’s principal portrait photographer. Jillian’s work includes the iconic Nelson Mandela portrait for the cover of the New York Times magazine.
The philosophy behind choosing positive male role models from different walks of life is to emphasise that men have a major role to play in breaking the cycle of violence against women.
The first of our mystery Celebrity Male Role Models who has joined the project is a prominent Nobel Prize Winner.
That's right. It's that time of year again. What time you say? The time where the extraordinary gals over at FGB, organize their efforts, as well as all of you: readers, fans, and authors alike, to help raise money for Alex's Lemonade. Believe it or not, the Fandom Gives Back raised $87,640.00 in 2009. Amazing!
So....
This is where I make my declaration this year; I am officially Team UoEM.
What does that mean? It means, I have pledged a donation towards Team UoEM and if we, Team UoEM reach our goal of $10,000.00, Sebastien Robichaud will deliver a 5K word outtake covering Edward's and Bella's vacation in Belize. SQUEE!!!
Frankly, I would be willing to donate without the outtake, but what a treat, if we are able to meet our goal.
So let me start by giving you the appropriate links and beg you to contribute. No amount is too small!
You will also have the opportunity to individually bid on a 7K word outtake, topic and character to be decided by SR, starting bid $250.00. Fandom Gives Back.
If you would like to purchase merchandise from My T-Spot; Click Here
All the proceeds from products purchased from MyT-Spot.com will go to Fandom Gives Back (www.thefandomgivesback.com). FGB is the Twilight community's efforts to come together to raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand (http://www.alexslemonade.org/stands/19842), an organization that supports children's cancer research.
And always, you can donate direct at Alex's Lemonade; Click Here.
Now as a little treat, Sebastien Robichaud was kind enough to answer a few of my questions related to UoEM and future projects. With out further adieu...
fan art by Shiro
ME: As you stated once again on your website, you are still estimating UoEM to be approx. 40 chapters, (so sad). Will you be taking a break once the story is complete, or will you be starting another story?
SR: My intention is to take a break. UOEM has been a wonderful experience, but it's also been tremendously time consuming. I'm a perfectionist and so each chapter takes quite a bit of work. But I hope to write another story, perhaps starting in the Fall?
ME: If you do intend to start another story, would you be willing to give us a teaser?
SR: At the moment, my plan would be to write a Vampire story, set in Europe. If this goes forward, I will post an announcement on my website, www.sebastienrobichaud.com, and also some teasers (and artwork and music).
ME: Are there any other books or movies, besides Twilight, that you would consider writing a fanfic story for? Have you ever considered a crossover?
SR: To be honest with you, what drew me to fan fiction initially was the Vampires. So I don't think I would write for another fandom or a crossover. But I would like to write creative fiction and so I hope to be a published author some day.
ME: Out of your characters, to whom do you sympathize the most with and why?
SR: Probably Edward. We've made very different choices in life (obviously?) but I relate to some of his experiences and I sympathize with him.
ME: Last, will Peter be given his own happy ever after? Would you ever consider a Peter outtake?
SR: Peter will get the ending he deserves and yes, there is an outtake in the works. I'm making a present of it for a friend, but once the story is complete, I'll post it on my website.
You can find University of Edward Masen, here: UoEM
First off, thank you to TongueTwied who introduced me to UoEM. You have no idea...
Second, thank you to Sebastien Robichaud. As a writer myself, you have inspired me in ways, I cannot even begin to express. You are beyond brilliant. I wish you a lifetime of success and happiness, for what you have brought into my life. I look forward to your future endeavors.
So my hearing and my vision are impaired; I stand corrected. Eric did not kidnap Bill. My bad.
Second, I will not even think about the book. (Actually, yes I will.) I just won't quote it, because in my mind, the books have bled together.
Now that my personal disclaimer has been made, shall we?
It seems this episode shed light on who did kidnap Bill, and thus we meet the King of Mississippi, Russel Edgington and his beloved partner Talbot. For truebies, this is an important moment.
Flash to an intruder within Bill Compton's home. There the intruder happens upon a file that has extensive information about Sookie Stackhouse, which includes but is not limited too, photos and family background.
Held against his will, Bill is offered a chance to become an area sheriff for the King, if he divulges the true nature of his relationship with the Queen and what special project he may have been assigned. It is here, that the King states that he finds it odd that Bill had just decided to choose Bon Temp as his new residence, and a certain waitress as his new girlfriend. In other words, he is accusing Bill of BS.
(Btw, did Lorena really just show up, to be set on fire by Bill? How strange was that?)
Next, we also learn that the werewolves that assisted in the kidnapping of Bill Compton, are far more greater, than the average wolfpack. They are known as Operation Werewolf, as it is seen through Eric's flashbacks, as a particular group of shapeshifters, that both Eric and his maker Godric, were in deep pursuit of. The flashback takes place during WWII and we see both Eric and Godric, pose as SS members, in order to extract information from a very angry, and very naked werewolf. It is her words, that we are left to ponder; her boss is a vampire.
(I have to wonder if AB was inspired by the Hell's Angels, formed in 1948, named after squadrons in both WWI and WWII, as his inspiration for Operation Werewolf.)
In the end of the episode, we see that Eric, with Sookie's invitation, confronts an aggressive set of amber eyes in Sookie's kitchen.
Other interesting mentions:
Jason always brings a smile to his face, and Jason, yes. If there are werewolves in Bon Temps, there may very well be: big foot, the yeti, chupacabra, and Santa.
When Jason drinks a bit too much one night, Andy forces Jason to come with him, so that Andy can bring him home safely. Unfortunately, a call comes in and Andy decides to take Jason with him. This is where we are led to a very run down home, and very irate Calvin Norris. (Oh book lovers, welcome to Hot Shot!) Btw, I do think Jason would make a brilliant cop, and in fact, a great partner for Andy.
Then there is Tara. Oh, sweet Tara and much to my delight, a faithful Lafayette. Troubled, indeed. Though Lafayette's efforts are valiant, and I have to think this is why he is selling V, to help defray the costs to keep his mother off the streets and in a mental ward, Tara seems to be hopeless.
Regardless, it is Tara that I am most concerned with. Through her depression, has spawned anger, and through her anger, she has attracted the likes of a certain vampire with snazzy boots, cue evil Franklin Motts. Just the sight of his fangs, make me curl in fear. (Did we all catch the boots of the intruder in Bill Compton's house?)
Next, Jessica loves Lysol.
Why didn't she just tell Pam? And where did the body go?
And Sam! Do you really want to connect with these people? (I have to love that Sam shapeshifts into a collie, while his brother shapeshifts into a pit bull.) And yes Sam, he did try to kill you.
Questions:
So, do we think that Russell Edgington has been controlling Operation Werewolf for a long time and what is the reference or significance to WWII?
Next, why did Godric and Eric seek out Operation Werewolf? Who's command were they under?
Now that you have been forewarned, for those who have seen it, let me give my thoughts.
The most important cliff hanger from Season 2 was obviously the kidnapping of Bill Compton.
In the premiere, we see who 'they' are that actually kidnapped him, cue the hick wolves. That's right, hello to the Fuck You Crew. Four werewolves addicted to V, obviously evil and obviously under the direction of someone else. Ah... This is where I have my suspicions. In the book, we all remember that it is the King of Mississippi that orders the kidnapping, right? (Shoot, I hope I can remember the book.)
In last night's episode, it appears to be under the direction of a certain Mr. Hot Ass Viking Vampire. See video below.
The question is, are we being led to think that Eric did it? Is this because Bill was the only other vampire that knew that Eric was dealing V? And would the Queen really ask Eric to sell V, to help pay her debts? I mean you saw her mansion, right? It's freaking huge. I smell a rat, and I smell Vampire Politics, stinky and corrupt.
Speaking of Eric, how was that sex scene? Um..... 6 hours really? Damn.
Anyway, back to the show. What makes me cringe? The Magister breathing down Eric's neck. That's right. He knows something is up, and he's investigating Eric's area. Shit!!
Bill being kidnapped by Eric, simply over the dealings of V, seems ridiculous but I'm on board. Btw, side note; how awesome are the wolves. Yeah. Real wolves, not animatronic wolves, or CGI wolves, real timber wolves.
Also a side note; the Queen. Rumor had it that missy was dating Alex Skarsgard in real life when they first met on set. Now that Alex is with Kate Bosworth, how evil did Evan Rachel Wood seem? I think she is channeling her inner 'fuck you for dumping me' anger. I love it!! She was on fire last night!
Okay, for real, we shall discuss the rest of the show.
The murder of Eggs Benedict. I love the relationship that has developed between Andy and Jason. To me in the books, Andy is an asshole. I never liked his character, at all. But on the show, he's brilliant. He's conflicted, but deep inside, has a genuine heart. This is clear, when he decides to cover for Jason, taking the fall for the murder of Eggs. And the comedic chemistry between these two is awesome.
But...
As always, Tara is annoying, however last night, she was most annoying. It's completely understandable that she would be devastated by Egg's death, but when it is revealed to her by Sookie, that Sookie earlier that fateful day, helped Eggs recover his memory; Tara attacks Sookie. So never mind that Sookie saved your ass from a fucking maenad, has given you a place to stay, and has ALWAYS been there for you; just beat the shit out of her, why don't you. Please Alan Ball, spare me, and give Tara some redemption. Her character is driving me fucking crazy!
Then alternately, there is the story of Sam.... (Flash back to his dream. Yes!! He is having sex dreams of Bill, and I will forgive you Alan for Tara, with these homoerotic teasers. Though you made my husband hide under a pillow, they are awesome!!) Guess what? Sam does find his brother, who is a lying tire salesman, and discovers the location to his parents home. Creeping in the middle of the night, all we hear is fighting. Sam, you only shapeshift into Lassie. Your mother might shapeshift into a fucking Gorilla. Please tread with care, kthanxbai.
So overall, the starter, was sexy, fun, and of course in the last five minutes...Suspenseful -Bill being surrounded by wolves (why are there more wolves out in the woods than there were in the car?)
Okay, throw your theories down and remember, we already don't seem to be following the book.
My theory; the Queen is evil. V is not nearly lucrative enough to support her debt, there is more to this and I intend to blow your cover!! Nobody messes with baby, um... I mean, nobody messes with my Eric Northman!
It is taking everything in me, to contain my inner squees. Technically three and half more days!! (I counted Sunday) till True Bloooooood!!
So, I had to share the love. Over at Sookieverse (I friggin love that blog), I spotted the hotness. So as it is my civil duty to spread such hotness, I am reposting the nudity. Or... um... suggestion of such nudity.
Shake it boyfriend, show mama what you got. Oh, um...
Now, I give you a hot Alex video because I'm shallow like that. Hungry Vampire is a dirty whore for hiding her hot videos from me. Here is her youtube account; Hungry Vampire.
It feels so good being back from vacation and sadly, I did not brave the lines to try and see True Blood at the theatres. Damn those kids of mine!
But do not for one second think that I haven't forgotten True Blood starts this Sunday. HELL YES!!! I think I am anticipating this MORE than Eclispe. (Sweet baby piglets, I said it. So there.)
So, being back from vacay, what did I miss? I know, I know. The MTV Awards, but honestly, I don't watch them anyway and if you haven't seen it, just check this out. No need to watch the whole thing.
But besides that, what has peaked my twisenses? Of all things, and of all the new Eclispe stills, these two photos have captured my attention.
It is taking everything in me to not make fun of this photo, and I don't know why. Seriously, would you not think the boys on the reservation are fucking weird, if they went around looking like this? Plus a few of them have been eating way too many beef patties (you know who you are).
Look! I swear, I see man boobies. Okay, I'm sorry. I won't make fun of werewolves or shapeshifters anymore. Pinky promise! *whispers* Maybe they heard the Malibu Rum dj guy yell "shunshine" in Forks. I'm just saying.
A moderate amount of beef patties were used
in the making of this photo.
So, for all my True Blood fans. Shall we show everybody what a werewolf should look like?
