My Very Own Award Show

I just watched the People's Choice Awards, and I've discovered that the shows, and celebrities I watch are never metioned. So, as a teen, if I were to make my own awards they would be like this:
The 'Only Show On The CW That Doesn't Tank on Thursdays at 9pm'...Supernatural.
The 'Cutest Giggle' Award...Drake Bell.
The 'Oh Damn Those Jeans Look Good!' Award...Jensen Ackles and Drake Bell (tie).
The 'Male Triple Threat: Sing, Act, Look Awesome' Award...another tie between Jensen Ackles and Drake Bell.
The 'Longest Running Show to Lose Its Leading Cast Member and Character' Award...Stargate SG-1.

Yeah. I'd need more awards. And an audience. But whatev. It's my blog I can plan any awards I want.

Friday Fives

The following questions are from the Supernatural Friday Five. The link is in my links list if you're interested.

1. What's the quality you admire the most about your favourite guest star?
I'm going to say four favorite guest stars because their character's share some of the same traits: Cassie (Route 666), Haylie (Wendigo), Kat (Asylum) and Sarah (Provenance). They all have great taste in guys, except for Kat because Gavin was kinda dumb (Haylie was so checking out Dean). They're all strong women. They're not the typical damsells in distress that one would see on tv. They think and try to help and make decisions on their own. Haylie refused to leave the woods until she found her brother. Cassie stood up to Mayor Todd. Kat rocks with a shot gun and refused to the Asylum without Gavin (even though he was kinda dumb). Sarah wouldn't let Dean and Sam leave her out. She took responsibility for her father's actions and helped them out by giving them the provenances. They all stood up for themselves. Cassie made Dean say 'please' how many other guest stars have done that? None that I can think of.

2. Of the characters we've met, who do you think acts the most like a mother figure (other than Mary) towards the boys?
I think Dean is Sam's mother figure. Dean is the one that raised him the most (from what we've seen in the flashbacks and heard in the show). Dean is the one that makes sure he's okay and is there to back him up. Ellen is a mother figure to both of them, or she tries to be. She kind of looked out for them up until the end of 'No Exit'. She offered them a place to stay and kept an eye on them.

3. How do you think the lack of a permanent female presence in their lives has affected the brothers?
I believe the lack of a permanent female presence in their lives makes it harder for them to talk to females. Not that they're bad at it (God knows Dean isn't having troubles), but I would think that it would be a skill they would have to develop. This is a hard question. I would guess that they had to do all the things that a mother would usually do for their kid, for themselves.

4. Do you believe the different lighting cast on characters in this show is of any significance at all? And if so, what do you believe it's an indication of?
Sure. I believe that. I think it some scenes the light cast on a character signifies understanding.

5. Recommend one or two fanfics in this fandom that you've really enjoyed. (Please include whether pairings if applicable.)
On Angel's Wings, On Angel's Wings 2 and On Angel's Wings 3 by Mummyluvr. I love these stories. No parings.
That Vision Thing by InSecret. No pairings. Great story.
I Thought I Saw by The Cat's Whiskers. No pairing. Not many people could make Dean turn into a panther and still have him stay in character. Awesome story.

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These questions are from the Friday Five. The link is in my links list.

1. What is one healthy food you really, really like?
Apples. I love apples.

2. In what area of your life are you especially well-organized?
My computer life. My computer is so organized. I have folder upon folder on my computer, by bedroom is a mess.

3. Who is someone you’ve managed to stay in touch with?
Lisa. We've never actually met in person, but we talk on IM and we've managed to stay connected for about a year now despite schoolwork and work schedules.

4. What bad habit were you able to break (or what vice were you able to give up), and what was it like going through that change?
I'm working on breaking my habit of making blogs and e-mails that I have no use for. It's hard, but I know in my heart that this is the only blog I need and if I change my e-mail address again my friends will just decide that easier to not e-mail me at all.

5. Someone out there, whether you know it or not, wishes he or she were more like you in some way. What is it he or she most likely admires you for?
My ability to not care about what other people say about me. I like what I like and other people can deal.

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I like these. If I read the Supernatural Virtual Season on Tuesday, watch Plastic!Winchester Theater on Wednesday, Watch new episodes of Supernatural on Thursday, and do these Friday Fives on Friday, then the only days I have to worry about withdrawl are Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Go me!!

That Devious Smirk

In a moment of tired desperation last night (this morning) I remember the word posted by 15minuteficlets on May 4, 2003. The first word they ever posted: Happy. I thought it over as I tried to get to sleep and before I knew it I had a whole story planned out. I had no choice but to turn on my lamp and write the whole thing out so that I wouldn't forget it. And that I did. I wrote an entire story at 2 in the morning on a school night (day, whatever). And apparently I'm a very "in character" writer at the early hours of the morning when I want nothing more than to sleep. Because I'm very proud of this story.

Title: That Devious Smirk
Author: Me
Fandom: Supernatural
Summary: Just the guys, bein' guys.
Author's notes: My story for 15minuteficlets' word #1: happy. It took more than fifteen minutes, but I've never been one for rules.

The rain pounded against the exterior of the car. The wipers 'swished' back and forth, working to keep the windshield clear.

“Where are we?” Sam groggily asked Dean, who briefly shifted his gaze from the road to the passenger seat. Because Sam had been sleeping the music was playing softer than Dean thought his music should ever be played. He itched to turn it up to a more 'reasonable' level, but instead kept his hands on the wheel.

“Just outside of Jackson.”

Sam looked out of his window and watched as signs for Jackson passed. The rain was falling faster now than it had been when he'd fallen asleep, and the wind had picked up. Sam and Dean had been traveling together for over three months and Sam figured he was becoming proficient at figuring out what the older man was thinking.

From the look on Dean's face Sam could ascertain that either they had a hunt, Dean was planning on going to a bar in Jackson, or he was planning something mischievous. Lightning flashed lighting up the inside of the car. Knowing Dean, Sam concluded that it was almost certain his brother would go to a bar, and he was probably planning something mischievous as well. Dean would have told him if they had a hunt.

Sam saw his brother's expression change to one of concentration as the condition of the roads worsened with the weather. Dean gave into the urge to turn up the music and let the familiar notes and lyrics keep him focused.

They passed a sign for a motel and Dean navigated the exits and puddle-riddled streets to the parking lot of the motel.

“I'll get our room.” Dean told Sam as he opened the door, comforted by the familiar squeak. Sam unfolded himself from the passenger seat and retrieved his bag from the trunk as Dean used one of his many identities to get them a room for the night.

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“Two beds and a bath.”

“Perfect.” Dean pulled out a Visa card under the name Alden Kinlaw and handed it to the manager.

“Room 6.” The manager had Dean sign the receipt then handed him the room key and his Visa card.

“Thanks.” He strode confidently out of the office, past his car, and Sam, and straight into their room, pausing only for a second to unlock the door.

Sam slammed the trunk and made his way to the door in time to hear the lock click.

“Funny.” He set down his bags and rapped on the door a few times. The only answer he got was the lights in the motel flicking on, the sound of the room's television and a satisfied sigh. “Come on, Dean, open up.”

The rain continued to fall steadily and Sam could feel the drops inching down his neck and back.

“Dean, you jerk!”

“Bitch.” Was the faint reply.

“Yeah, you're so hilarious.” He mumbled, pulling a lock pick set out of his bag.

Dean lie sprawled out comfortably on the bed, his back propped up against the headboard, legs stretched across the bed. He heard the clicking of Sam efficiently working through the lock and glanced at watch. Took him long enough to figure that one out.

Sam heard a final click as the lock gave way. He stowed the lock pick tools and opened the door. Dean was stretched out on the bed nearest the door. Sam tossed his bag to the floor at the end of the other bed.

“Having some trouble with the handle?” Dean asked innocently, grinning ear to ear. “I think it sticks.” Sam was dripping wet and Dean almost felt bad for locking him out...almost.

“Yeah. Whatever.” Sam went into the bathroom and closed the door.

Dean heard the water turn on and hopped off the bed. He slipped into his boots and slid on his leather jacket. He made his way out the door quietly and popped the truck, grabbing his bag from inside, and shutting it after.

He walked back through the rain to the door and heard the lock tumble as he grabbed the handle. He tried to turn it anyways and heard a laugh from inside.

“Are you having trouble with the handle? I think it sticks.” Sam echoed from somewhere in the room.

Dean heard the water in the bathroom start again.

Oh brother.

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I've edited this so many times now that I'm finally ready to call it finished. Thanks to Lisa for helping me spell simple words like 'school', and to Ryan for keeping me in character. If you hadn't said anything about the opening I would have left it and said it was good. And it really wasn't. It was very out of character and brought down the rest of the piece.

I'm Just A Bored Fangirl With An Eye For Design

This picture inspires me. I love the outfit.

For anyone who wants to know, I stole this picture from Jensen Ross Ackles Unlimited (JRAU) and cropped it, 'cuz I needed to print it out. There are plently more pictures, clips, music videos, articles and more at JRAU.

Why Is Supernatural Such A Good Show?

Why is Supernatural such a good show?? I think I finally have an answer.

1. Eric Kripke :: Supernatural is his dream project. It was his hard work and dedication that got this show going and that keeps it strong. And he listens to what the fans have to say. We don't want Dean/Jo in the show, they don't get together.

2. The Writers :: Eric Kripke, John Shiban, Sera Gamble, Raelle Tucker, Richard Hatem, Terri Hughes, Ron Milbauer, Trey Callaway, Cathryn Humphris
Brad Buckner and Ben Edlund. They write the snark and the chick-flick moments, and the non-chick-flick moments. They've worked on shows such as Firefly, the X-Files, and more.

3. The Directors :: Kim Manners, Robert Singer, Philip Sgriccia, Peter Ellis, David Nutter. The direct everyone to make that every episode is awesome. They've worked on such shows as the X-Files, The Adventures of Brisco County Jr., Smallville, Criminal Minds, NCIS, and Dark Angel.

4. The Cast :: How could I answer this question without a piece about the cast. Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki. They work WAY too many hours a day so that we can drool at the screen for an hour a week. They both have enormous amounts of talent that makes this show easy to watch, follow, and fall for.

5. The Guest Stars :: Whether we like their characters or not, the guest stars on Supernatural are pretty great. Especially the recurring guest stars like Jeffrey Dean Morgan (John Winchester) and Nicki Aycox (Meg Masters). They add to the show and help to push the plot forward.

6. The Rest of the Crew :: The art people, the lighting people, the sound people, the people that pick the awesome music, the hair and make-up people, the assistant people, anyone I didn't mention before. The people working behind the scenes that aren't as recognized because Supernatural doesn't have an hour after the show for credits.

7. The Props and Sets :: Metallicar and Vancouver. A black '67 Chevy Impala and a city of many different looking areas perfect for shooting a show about two brothers who travel the U.S. in their car.

Looking at all the people behind the show, and the guys in front of the cameras, is it surprising that Supernatural is doing so well? Even against CSI, Grey's Anatomy, and The OC. McDreamy's got nothin' on the McWinchesters.

Rock on Supernatural!!

Commercial Break

This post is like a commercial. Go Read the Supernatural Virtual Season. The link is in my links list. As usual this week's episode is amazing and I recommend it (and all the other episodes) to all Supernatural fans.

My Display Picture/Icon

BTW, I finally changed display icon to Dean. I think this means I'm truly over Stargate now. I'll always have a special place in my heart for it, and I'll probably continue to write for the Stargate fandom on occasion.