I don't often rec fic. I get nervous about telling people what I like for some reason. *shrug* I have been reading some really good fic lately though. Mostly Sherlock. Surprise, surprise. I will actually be in a couple fandoms, but only read for my 'main' one. IDK. And often times the fic for pairings I ship are too OOC or they just feel weird to me. For instance, I like House/Wilson, but I don't really like reading fic about them. I love Peter/Neal, but same thing. And I love Merlin/Arthur, but there are so many high school/modern AUs and fics that just aren't what I'm looking for. Merlin can be a cracky/silly show, but it also has a serious side. When it comes to Merlin fic, I like it to be a little longer and have more of a plot. Maybe because there's an element of mythology and history to it that I just love. Nothing wrong with porn, but give me some story too.

TL;DR
Read this fic - These Castle Walls Bleed Lies (Merlin/Arthur) R and spoilers for all aired episodes (especially the most recent finale because it takes place after that)

Also, I feel bad because I haven't read roadstergal and kahvi's latest work in the Sherlock fandom. I've been terrible at reading and instead spending most of my time at holmesverse. But I've set aside tomorrow so I can properly read it and not do my usual 'hey, I think I'll start this long fic even though it's 1am and I'm kind of tired' and then stay up all night and not even remember what I've read the next day! *headdesk*

Oh, and since I'm already here, a vid rec because DINOSAURS HAVE FEELINGS TOO!!!!!!!!!

They Want More from Festi Vidder Anon on Vimeo.

As seen on elandrialore's journal. Watch it full screen and with the sound turned way up. I love stuff like this ♥

TimeScapes: Rapture from Tom Lowe @ Timescapes on Vimeo.

I did fuck all today. It's not even funny. It's hot here (and of course I mean the Nor Cal version of 'hot') and is supposed to be even hotter tomorrow. Thankfully it should be cooling down after that. And there you have our 'summer', folks. Two days of temperatures in the 80s towards the end of August. Yet I still complain :P

Anyhoo, I had today off and I have tomorrow off. Unfortunately my mother is on vacation right now as well. The house is too small for everyone to be off all day at the same time. I didn't get up until after 11am and, as usual, I'm not quite sure how it's become this late without me doing anything. I watched the new Melissa & Joey as well as the new White Collar. Oh, and I watched a couple episodes of my newest addiction, Would I Lie to You? (And yes I know my icon is from QI. Another brilliant show.) I often find myself wishing America had shows like this, but then I realize that the guests (and host most likely) would be shit and terribly awkward to watch. So I thank the Internet Gods instead.

Tomorrow, I hope to be slightly more productive. I mean, I love doing nothing, but you end up feeling more tired and sluggish than before. I hope to be up at least a couple of hours before noon. I hope to maybe leave the house, even for a minute. I'd like to knock some things off my to-do list, no matter how small. I'd like to watch a couple movies because at this rate I'm not going to make 100 before the end of the year. I also want to start rereading the Sherlock Holmes stories along with the bakerstreaders :)

Speaking of Sherlock, it's definitely my newest obsession. I loved the stories when I was younger. I loved the TV series with Jeremy Brett (still one of my all time favorite adaptations). I thoroughly enjoyed the movie with RDJ and Jude Law. But something about this new series just calls to me. I love Doctor Who, but I don't have the need to really read fanfic and such for it. I love talking about it with fellow fans and trying to work out what's going on, but I haven't really enjoyed reading fanfic and being involved in that part of fandom for a while. I enjoyed Merlin like that for a bit. Torchwood, sort of. Probably not really since Stargate SG-1. I even had a dream where I could see Sherlock and John from the outside, like I was watching the show, but I was John. His thoughts were my thoughts. It was weird and felt very real. Alas, no sexyteims between the boys I'm afraid.

BTW, the world needs more Sherlock vids to Ke$ha songs. Just sayin'.

Matt Smith, I kind of love you ♥ (from here)

Esq: Being the new boys on set, have you and (writer/executive producer) Steven Moffat stuck together?

MS: “Steven is a great source of inspiration for me. I’m very fond of the man. There are not many people who make me laugh out loud in the world, but he’s one of them. Quite a peculiar man. I’m allowed to say he’s quite peculiar, because he told everyone that I walk like a drunk giraffe. So if you’re reading this, Steven Moffat, you’re peculiar.”

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elevenvids is also making me happy =D Especially any vid with an upbeat song. Such as this one:

( I got life! )

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I've also ordered the book I Love You Phillip Morris (from Half.com though because it was cheaper) and I think I'll save it to read on the plane to Europe. That should keep my mind occupied for a little while at least.

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And finally, have you guys seen the new USA crossover promos? My favorite is the second one with Neal, Peter, and Gus but they're all adorable <3

( My weekend )

I work the rest of this week. Tomorrow I work my whole shift as the only manager and Wednesday I work a stretch :/ I have Saturday off and even though I'm invited to a party, I might just stay at home and sleep. I can only go out every so often. Being social wears me out. It's one thing if I meet new people who are geeky. We can chat about things. I'm actually quite charming. But give me a group of 'normal' strangers and I don't know what to talk about. I can make conversation, but it's painful.

Anyhoo, Doctor Who was wonderful again. Needed a bit more action!Amy perhaps, but it was touching, insane fun. Matt Smith did a really good job there. And here is an Eleven/Amy vid because even if I'm not sure I ship them exactly, I can't help but think they are adorable and sweet together. Leave feedback for the vid-maker here.



So... I need this series to have more episodes already. I need fanvids that are more than just a minute long. Also, I'm a total hypocrite. I didn't understand Ten/Rose shippers but I seem to be just fine with Eleven/Amy. Even though the true OTP is Doctor/Master and/or Doctor/TARDIS. Yes you can have TWO OTPs with the Doctor because he has TWO hearts.

Last night I was on the computer until about 2am playing with PSP and making a banner and icon featuring Ikuta Toma and Yoon Eun Hye (a Korean actress). I still wanted Toma in my banner, but I also wanted something different. Plus I think Eun Hye is adorable/gorgeous and I absolutely loved her in Coffee Prince. I'll post some pictures of her when I do my girl!crush picspam. Anyhoo, the banner is simple but I like it. The lyrics are from 'Now Hang Me Up To Dry' by Cold War Kids because thanks to those Burn Notice commercials, I can't get that shit out of my head. Would anybody happen to have that song? Or Lady Gaga's album while I'm asking? *bats eyelashes*



Anyway, the point of this is that now I think I've started shipping it. Ugh, I sound like a fandom!secret. Not in a realistic way of course, but in some. kind. of way... probably a Mary Sue kinda way *shrug* I don't even know how that would work. They just look pretty together ;P But I feel like creating a backstory for them and a fanmix and I don't know what's wrong with me.

After I got off the computer at 2, I watched an episode of Star Trek. TOS of course. I can't seem to fall asleep these days without watching some. The night before I went to sleep around 2am because I just had to finish Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. And now that I finally own all three seasons, look out! I'll never sleep again.

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Today we actually had some excitement at work. A car was smoking in front of our store (thankfully not right outside). We were all watching and calling 911 just to make sure the police knew what was going on when the damn thing burst into flames. Only in the front/engine area, but still. Other than movies, I've never seen a car actually on fire. Thank God the fire didn't reach the gas and blow. It was crazy. And smelled disgusting. At one point, we had 4 cop cars and 2 fire engines there. But yeah, that was the highlight of my day.

Oh, and I know y'all probably know about this by now, but if you haven't seen any of those 'literal music videos' floating around there, I recommend you start with 'Total Eclipse of the Heart'. I couldn't stop laughing XD

Pardon my language, but Jesus fucking Christ! *cries and throws up*

In less horrific news, my mom got two new baby rats. I named them Nowaki and Hiroki ;) Also, watch this nu!Trek Kirk-centric vid set to 'Circus' by Britney Spears and be happy. Because 'Kirk's a "put on a show" kind of girl (oh, you know he is).' (Spoilers for the new Star Trek movie)

Yesterday, I worked half a day and then went to San Jose for my sister's career panel (for Girl Scouts). Turns out my cousin is the PR guy for the Oakland Raiders. Who knew? This morning, my dad drove me back so I could work from 12-8:30pm. I'm kinda tired. And it's hot here. Yuck.

And finally, for what it's worth, I have 2 Dreamwidth invite codes, so holla if you want one.

So, does anybody like Arthur/Merlin and/or needs some cheering up? I just watched this video and I can't stop smiling :D

The Merlin fandom is such a fun place to be right now. Everyone is writing such great stories and creating fun vids. Of course, it's only been 4 episodes and everything is still very new. I love it <3

PS I know everyone and their mother already knows about them, but I'm posting the pictures from the new Star Trek movie too. ( I gotta say, it's looking pretty good. Plus, you know... STAR TREK! )

is kind of fantastic.



As seen on suzvoy's journal. This has really made my day just that much better.

And since I'm already here, from justbolognese:

Everyone has things they blog about. Everyone has things they don't blog about. Challenge me out of my comfort zone by telling me something I don't blog about, but you'd like to hear about, and I'll write a post about it. Ask for anything: latest movie watched, last book read, political leanings, thoughts on yaoi, favorite type of underwear, life experiences etc. Repost in your own journal so that we can all learn more about each other.

i don't usually rec fics/vids/etc. i don't know why. there are many things i like, i just... don't know. maybe i'm just lazy. but anyhoo, i have a vid rec for anyone who like Stargate Atlantis (especially John Sheppard). gorgeous- both Shep and the video ;)

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