From the "how the hell did this slip through the cracks" File

Ever run across a fiction that you wonder how you missed it to begin with?
I just spent the last two and a half hours immersed in an amazing fiction that up until 4 hours ago I had never even heard of. Now, I certainly do not consider myself an aficionado on all things fanfic, especially since I have only been reading it for a little over 9 months. BUT I do know what good fiction looks like and this definitely is. So, you are asking, what owned my ass this afternoon??

Thicker than Water by twistedcoincidence

Author’s summary: Sisters have a special bond, stronger than friendship, more sacred than a significant other. Bella has always been the perfect big sister, then again, her sister has never possessed something so appealing.

The summary is good but doesn’t tell half the story. Bella was the daughter who stayed home, close to friends, close to family, never stepping outside the security of what was comfortable. She stuck to what was familiar and safe, even while knowing her life was in a rut. Her younger sister Emma had a glamorous career in Chicago, far from the quit life she had grown up with outside of Seattle. The girls talk daily, with Bella living vicariously through her sister.
Then Emma starts talking about a new boyfriend, just one more in a long and endless line of them, so Bella thought. And yet, there seems to be something different about Edward. He is not Emma’s type. As a matter of fact, even Emma is ready to admit he is more like Bella. And perhaps that is part of the attraction—he reminds her of the older sister she loves and misses.
I do not want to give away the rest of the story ,as that is really the true joy in reading this fiction. Twistedcoincidence does a wonderful job of capturing the intricate family dynamics between sisters and the struggle that occurs when we want the one thing in life we know we can never have. Sometimes, though, fate plays into our hand for a change.

I can't thank Momoffour Luvntwisaga enough for rec'ing this marvelous fic on the FB group. Take the time to give this a read, I know you will not regret it! Tell her that The Lemonade Stand and busymommy sent you!

Fics turned Paperback and Beauty Products I adore

It's exciting when I hear that one of my favorite fics will be published. Even if I don't plan on ever doing a re-read of a favorite fic of mine I still would like to own a paperback or hardback copy of ALL of my favorite fics.  If you are interested in finding published fics you can click here  to find all the published fandom you need.

I have three beauty product recs tonight. 



MAC plushglass lipgloss in "Nice Buzz"

I cant say enough about this lip gloss. It makes a fantastic nude lip and goes great with a smoky eye or the natural look. It doesn't have a superb stay factor but the look, feel and hard to find color make this product well worth my $13 bucks. You can find it at any MAC counter.

Redken Blonde Glam Pure Pearl Conditioner

I've had a hard time getting my fingers through my hair, after shampooing, for the longest time now. I can't tell you how frustrating it is to run out of my favorite products and waste money on crap that claims to be amazing but just doesn't work. This Redken product is ideal if you're a blonde with medium to long hair. It only takes a nickel size spot to slide your fingers through after washing.  If you aren't a blonde, no fear, Biolage hydrating conditioner is remarkable and will give you the same silky results for around the same price of $18.00. 

Almay liquid eyeliner in black noir

This eyeliner is so amazing that I would put a guarantee on it myself.  If you prefer a dark, shiny, liquid eyeliner, that doesn't smudge and stays put from morning 'til night, then you've found your ideal product in Almay's black noir liquid eyeliner. For three years I have applied this product at 7:30 am and it stays put until I remove it before bed. I love it. Do yourself a favor and skip the $32.00 designer liquid liners and shell out a sweet $8.00 for this one at any Wal-mart, Target, CVS or Walgreens instead. It is superb.

Fic Friendly Recipe

Okay, so I read a really cool one shot yesterday that was submitted anonymously (rules) to the Dirty BJ Hoor Contest. It brought back so many memories of my youth and I couldn't help but remember the "tutor" that I was lucky enough to have when I was younger. Do yourself a favor and find out what it was like for Bella to give her first blow job in Guinea Pig

If you're like me, you have a husband and children to take care of on top of caring for a fic-addiction. Since I started reading fanfiction I don't like to spend alot of time cooking. I prefer quick, easy recipes. Therefore, I have decided to share a SUPER QUICK recipe that is sure to put some warmth in your fams bellies as well as get you back to your fics, guilt free.

In other news, I want to marry tumblr. That's all. G'night.


CHICKEN PARM QUESODILLAS with APPLE, WALNUT and SPINACH SALAD

1 warm rotisserie chicken - pulled from bone   
marinara sauce
large flour or wheat tortillas
shredded mozzarella cheese

SALAD
spinach or romaine (washed)
walnuts
sliced apples or pears
feta cheese
small bag of craisins (dried cranberries)
olive oil
raspberry balsamic vinegrette

lay a tortilla in a skillet over medium heat and sprinkle shredded mozz cheese all over, follow with pieces of rotisserie chicken (only put chicken on half) and spoon marinara sauce lightly over top. When the cheese is melted take a pizza cutter and cut straight through the center of the tortilla while  it is still in the pan and fold the quesodilla over.VOILA. dunzo.  Toss together a quick salad with Spinach, feta, apples, walnuts and craisins and sprinkle a little olive oil and raspberry balsamic vinegrette (just like balsamic just flavored) on top and you're good to go!

You can put any spin on quesodillas you want. They are so quick and easy and kids love them. As long as I put SOME KIND OF MEAT in my husband's he is happy. I make turkey and cheese queso's quite often and serve them with applesauce or grapes - super quick.

Meet The Poll

I apologize for the typos in the poll. I failed to proof read the poll entries before I posted it earlier and by the time my beautiful blog beta Juliet Peacock pointed out the err of my ways, votes had been placed and I could no longer make changes. Stranger than Fiction by Masen Vixen was misspelled as STRONGER *facepalm* and Guardian by Champagne Anyone has THE in front of it - sorry CA~

Stranger than Fiction by Masen Vixen

Six years after Edward left, Bella's written a bestselling book about a girl and the vampire who loves her. Edward returns to her, hell-bent on recapturing the happily ever after that he destroyed. AU. Rated M for lemons

       

Guardian by Champagne Anyone

Orphaned at 8, Bella Swan is placed in the care of her God Mother Esme Cullen. Heiress to Cullen Swan Enterprises, Bella grows up hero worshipping 17 year old joint heir, pseudo step brother and self appointed guardian Edward. ROMANCE ANGST DRAMA

Going Under for The Third Time by busymommy

Jasper is a surf bum trying to escape his past, Bella is a graduate student trying to find her future. Will a chance meeting during a surf tournament pull them under for the last time? AH/AU/non-Canon/ rated M for lemons, language, themes

Dead On My Feet by Cesca Marie

Recovering from a serious illness, Edward knows what it is to be invisible but obvious to everyone around him. Bella, who has watched a loved one die of protracted illness, understands the tightrope-act of life on the edge. Full summary inside

All I Want by momof4luvntwisaga

The drive back home from a weekend escape to Forks could change everything in Bella's life. She stops to help a stranded driver, and gets more than she bargained for.

All of Me by Flibbins – find this one on http:www.twilighted.net

Unexpected Circumstances by Savage7289

When a knight from another kingdom wins his choice of bride, he claims the handmaid instead of the princess. Isabella finds herself married and tossed into the middle of political schemes. What happens when she can't give him the one thing he must have?

Supremacy by DragonMama26

At Bella's first play party as a Domme she meets an intriguing stranger that pushes her to unimaginable limits and has her questioning all of her choices. AH/OOC. Rated M for BDSM themes and Lemons. 3rd place winner in Dommella's Dungeon contest.

Projects, Lessons and Love Songs by IAmAutumnDawn

After the surprising demise of her relationship, a broken Bella relies on her friends and one night stands to make it through. But the appearance of a handsome, green-eyed stranger takes her breathe away. Can he be the keeper of her elusive "O" & more?

Oceanic by Rochelle Allison

Waterbeds can be sexy. Who knew? Edward and Bella, best friends to more-than-friends. Once a WitFit.

Aha Shake by TeamBella23

"Did you just get vagina slapped by a stripper Edward?" What happens when a man-eating handmodel named Bella and Edward, an asshole who's bored w/vagina meet in Las Vegas? Continuation based on entry for the Twi-Hards First o/s Contest - AH/OOC Lemons

Dear Isabella by withthevampsofcourse

He said "always". She wasn't so sure. All-human. M for language. All the usual angst applies.

The Unaccompanied Soul by JMCullen09 

An old, dilapidated hospital residing in the outskirts of Forks, WA sits untouched, yet it's the focus of many tales, including one of a young man who resides there. He's believed to be either ghost or murderer. But it's all just tales, right?

Missing Votes?

If you've been keeping up with the poll this week, you probably noticed half of the votes are missing as of this afternoon. Last night the total vote count was 106 and the bottom three fics were in the lead. Today I

logged in and found the total votes to be 56.  I knew that wasn't right so I opened up a new browser and reloaded the blog.  The total votes were down to 52.

I'm not sure what was going on or is going on with it but it seems to be counting up again.

I apologize to everyone that is featured in the poll and everyone that took the time to vote. I'm hoping it is just a glitch and will be right again by the time voting ends on Saturday at 4:00 pm EST.

Thanks so much to all TLS followers!

Recs Coming Soon

Get ready, Ladies & Gents!

The recs will be coming your way VERY SOON. Stay tuned :)