Tantalizing Tuesdays: Hot Guys and Cars

It’s been a while since I’ve made a TT post.  I felt inspired today. 🙂

If you’re over 18 and want to see the pics for this week’s Tantalizing Tuesday, then click the link below to continue. Consider yourself warned!

What I’m Looking Forward to in 2012

So 2012 is upon us, and moving very quickly too.  January has almost come and gone but there’s so much more to come this year.  So many things that I’m looking forward to.

Rob's movies in 2012

 

MOVIES

 

There are so many movies I’m looking forward to this year.  Of course, there are the Rob movies I just can’t wait for:  Bel Ami, Breaking Dawn – Part 2 and Cosmopolis.  I’m anxious to see all three of his movies but Cosmopolis is the one that means the most to me 🙂  [Note from W4R:  Sweet Jesus, this man shall kill me in 2012! Yes, I’m predicting the future… meccaleccahighmeccahineyho LOL]

 

I’m also looking forward to Hunger Games.  The book was phenomenal and I’m excited to see what they’ve done with the movie.  How about The Avengers?!  I’m a sucker for a good superhero movie, but ALL those superheroes in one movie…  HOT DAMN!!!!!

 

 

My Anticipated Books for 2012

 

BOOKS

 

I’m sure there are many books to be released in 2012 that I will really enjoy, but the book that I’m most excited about is JR Ward’s Lover Reborn.  I’m bouncing in my seat in anticipation of the latest book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series.

 

I’m also looking forward to Cassandra Clare’s books City of Lost Souls and Clockwork Princess.  I’m not 100% sure that  Clockwork Princess will be released this year but I’m crossing my fingers.  [Note from W4R:  There’s MORE?!  I’m still on the second book! Geez, I can’t keep up!  LOL  *looks down & grabs a pen and… *delete, delete* opens MS Word & begins to make a list of MORE books-to-read LOL*]

 

Presently I’m reading and enjoying the Lords of the Underworld series by Gena Showalter.  Hopefully I’ll be all caught up when The Darkest Seduction is released.

 

Another book I’m dying to get my hands on is the sequel to Gabriel’s Inferno by Sylvain Reynard.  I’m not certain that it will be released this year but a girl can hope 🙂

 

 

& MORE…

London

 

2012 is going to be the year that I will finally make a trip to London, England.  [Note from W4R: Jeal-ous! LOL I wanna go.. please to be putting me in to your suitcase, k? Thanks…]  Of course, I won’t believe it until I’ve actually purchased my ticket.  Note to Cor and Meg:  I’m coming for you!!!!!  Can’t wait!!!!!

 

 

My girls, Jen & Deb

Most importantly, in 2012 I’m looking forward to more good times with family and friends.  I made a lot of new friends in 2011 and I look forward to spending more time with those friends and making new ones!  😀

 

 

 

 

**Writing4Roses is kind enough to look over my ramblings to make sure I’m dotting all my Is and crossing all my Ts (and to add the odd witty comment every here and there).

 

These Are A Few of My Favourite Things

“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens...” ok, that’s not what I was going to really say but those sound so good.

My sister recently made a blog post called Things I Love in 400 Words.  After getting me all sentimental and weepy it got me thinking about making a similar post.  There are so many things I love that I fear I would bore everyone to tears with the long list (never mind trying to keep it under 400 words)  so I’m going to keep it down to just “a few”.

Let’s start with a few of the fan fiction stories that have owned my arse in the last little while:

Open to Interpretation by elvis4scilla

Robert Pattinson is twenty-five years old and a solid A-list international star. He is on the last leg of a European promotional tour for his latest film, when he meets a sexy much older woman who has been hired to serve as his language interpreter. What will develop during their travels throughout Spain, Italy, England, France and America? Will this older woman teach Rob about love and lust or will he have something to teach her? Lots of ripe, juicy, delicious lemons and possibly other fruit.

Note: I don’t usually read RP fics (for my own sanity, I think) but DAMN!!! This one is so good. [W4R:  Yes, I love it too!]

Footprints in the Snow by cosmogirl7481

“An hour from now, when the snow falls again, it will be like we weren’t even there. But we will remember.” A story of unrequited love, and how the things we keep silent can hurt us and the ones we hold closest. E/B Rated M for themes of an adult nature.

Note:  You know you just can’t go wrong with any story written by Cosmogirl7481

Masen Days by purelyamuse

3rd Place Winner in the Boys on Boards contest! Now an EXPANDED multi-chap! Bella meets Masen at the local skate park. He’s a quiet, mysterious loner. She wants to help him, love him even. Will he let her? Or will he skate away like he always does? AH

Note:  I love this Edward. I just want to hug him.

Let’s move on to a few of my fave fan made videos:

Robert Pattinson//I Want You!!!// by manu150176

Mad About The Boy: Robert Pattinson by MelbieToast

Why We Love Vishous by Calanthaa

What?!  You thought they were all going to be about Rob?  Had to sneak some Black Dagger Brotherhood‘s Vishous in there 🙂

As usual this wouldn’t be a post from me if I didn’t bring some Robp0rn.  Here are a few of my favourite things about Rob:

Rome Rob edit by Socalmom2four

I can start with his beautiful blue eyes. Followed by his mouth (especially that bottom lip) and that delicious scruff of his.  These are a few of my favourite things about Rob.

BUT WAIT!…..

Rob at the Sex Drive premier Oct. 2008

How could I possibly not include my all time favourite thing about Rob?! HIS NECK!!!! I’ll spare you all the details about why I love his neck (that would have to be a post all on its own).

And last but not least, I have to include a few “real life” favourite things:

• When my second-born says “I love you, Mommy”.
• When my first-born wants to discuss books we’ve been reading or wanting to read.
• That first kiss when DH comes home from work.
• The tradition of putting a puzzle together with my sister and first-born on Boxing Day.
• Being together with friends and family at Christmas.
• Sitting down with a good book and a cup of coffee.

Yup! These are most definitely a few of my favourite things!

*Unfortunately Writing4Roses who usually is kind enough to look over my ramblings to make sure I’m dotting all my Is and crossing all my Ts has not looked this over. So any errors in spelling or grammar are completely my own.  [UPDATED!  — > **Writing4Roses has approved this message! LOL]

I’m a ‘Breaking Dawn’ Survivor

So November 18th has come and gone and I’ve survived.  Death by Robward is always a possibility and thankfully, I’m still amongst the living. [W4R:  *Mike Newton Voice* “You’re aalliiiveee!  Alliiiveeee!” LOL]

In case you’re not sure what happened on November 18th [W4R: and are living under a rock…], The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (now that’s a mouthful) was released.

I’m not willing to admit how many times I’ve seen this movie already, but rest assured that there are many more viewings to come in my future.

Did I enjoy it, you ask. OH HELL YEAH!!!!!

We all owe Bill Condon a big debt of gratitude for doing such a phenomenal job on this movie.  This might very well be the best movie in the series.  Now don’t get me wrong, the first movie Twilight will always have a special place in my heart (as will Twilight Edward – that bouffant, that peacoat, that Volvo… GAH!!!!!!)  It just seems that there was a much bigger budget for this one and um…. we get to see Edward thrusting half-naked.

SPOILER ALERT!!!  If you haven’t watched the movie yet and don’t want any spoilers, please don’t read this next part.  [W4R: No peaking!]

My Fave Completed Fan Fics

Last time I posted some of my favourite fan fiction stories still in progress. Well now, I’d like to let you know what some of my favourite completed stories are. There are so many wonderful stories out there so this is just a short list in no particular order.  Like last time, I’m not going to review each story, I’m just going to give you a link to it and the brief summary provided by the authors on FFn (www.fanfiction.net).

Dear Mr. Masen by Jendonna

“Error 434: Reprimanding an executive.” Life changing or just stupid? Dear Mr. Masen: A story of unauthorized Internet usage, culinary delights and the goings-on at Cullen, Inc. AH, ExB.

Fridays at Noon by Troublefollows1017

Edward Masen’s life intersects with Bella’s at the restaurant he dines at for lunch every Friday. He’s handsome, arrogant, and is used to avoiding love. She isn’t impressed by the things that usually have women falling at his feet. AH/AU.

Paper CutOuts by Twistedcoincidence

Bella prefers the virtual to the actual, but feels herself being tugged from the safety of her online realm into the world of a rough edged Edward. This time she’ll write her own story. Collab with astilbe13 AH/AU

There Will Be Blood by Johnnyboy7

Edward Cullen,25,the son of a Chicago mob boss. He is second-in-command, cold and dangerous. Bella Swan,18,small town girl who has just enrolled as a freshman at Northwestern. A story about how love can survive in the cruelest of worlds.Very OCC.Rated M.

For The Summer by Camoozle

Every year Bella waits for the ‘Pay Checks’ to roll into her sleepy river town and every year Edward’s hers, just for the summer. AH, AU, OOC, B/E

Quiet Storm by SexyLexiCullen

“Two weeks. Two years. Who cares?” A lesson in love, crime, and passion. When two young lovers find themselves in the middle of the storm, can love conquer all? AH. OOC. Mafia fic

The Family Business by SuzsPetals

Edward Cullen met the girl of his dreams but pushed her away due to his complicated, dangerous family life. When cruel irony reunites them, he’s forced to make a devastating choice: Save her from a fate worse than death or from the family business. AU

Welcome To Paradise by Suzie55

During a summer long stay in Hawaii, Bella meets Edward, letting her inhibitions go. With other options on the horizon, she eventually has to decide between her heart’s desires and her head’s logic. Lemons Angst Canon Lemons Happy Reading.

As I mentioned before, these are just some of my faves. Please feel free to go to my profile on fanfiction.net to see the huge list of favourite stories there.

*Writing4Roses is kind enough to look over my ramblings to make sure I’m dotting all my Is and crossing all my Ts (and to add the odd witty comment every here and there).

Robert Pattinson and Urban Dictionary

I don’t know about you, but Urban Dictionary is an endless source of fun for me. Some of the words/phrases I’ve found on there just make me LMAO. Yes, it’s true, I am easily amused! You can even get their word of the day emailed to you.

I’ve known for a while that a lot of the terms that we use in the Rob-fandom  can be found in Urban Dictionary.  I’m not deluding myself into believing that all of the terms are flattering, but I thought I’d point out some of my personal favourites. 🙂

Robnificent

the result of crossing the word “magnificence” with the magnificent Robert Pattinson.

Isn't he Robnificent???!!!

Robsessed

1. When a person (usually female) is obsessed with the amazing Robert Pattinson, star of the Twilight Series.

2. Obsession with Robert Pattinson, combines his name “Rob” with the word “obsessed”

Robsession

The name of the disease which occurs due to exposure to excess levels of Twilight hottie Robert Pattinson. Symptoms include writing “Mrs Pattinson” repeatedly on surfaces, referring to Robert as RPattz, a fetish for vampires and hatred of Bella Swan.

(Just a little side note: I’ve always been intrigued by vampires, this is not due to my Robsession LOL)

Pattispazm

The usually vocal and nearly uncontainable sensation of squee or delight at the sight of Robert Pattinson.

RobNipulate

To touch and/or retouch pictures of Robert Pattinson, by the use of mechanical means (aka Photoshop).

One of the most well-known Rob Manips. Credit to whoever made this masterpiece.

and

One of my personal fave Rob Manips. Credit to whoever made this lovely piece of art.

(Note: my all-time fave Rob Manip was included in my Nutella post. If you scroll way down to the bottom you’ll find it)

Robsturbate

What the ladies do when looking at pictures/videos of Robert Pattinson

Robporn

Used to describe pictures or videos featuring Robert Pattinson. Usually melts fangirls into puddles of estrogen in five seconds flat.

Pattinson’d

To “Pattinson” or “Robert Pattinson” somebody is the act in which the perpetrator takes hold of the victim’s computer or iPhone, searches for a large picture of Robert Pattinson and loads it up. When the Victim regains control over his/her technology they will see a large photo of Robert Pattinson staring back at them.

(note: and this is a bad thing because….???? I’ve Pattinson’d my own laptop and iPhone and I like it like that!!!)

Robstu

The word for the bromance shared by actors/hobos Robert Pattinson and Tom Sturridge. The word is a mix of both of their nicknames, Tomstu and Rob.

Robert Pattinson and Tom Sturridge’s relationship revolves mainly around beer, drunken photos, beards…

Robert Pattinson, Tom Sturridge and Bear (please note Bear is the one on the leash)

Robsex

Robert Pattinson, a 25-year-old English actor best known recently for his role as Edward Cullen in the 2008 movie Twilight, so sexy a new word had to be invented (also pronounced UNF)

Robgasm

1. It happens when you look at an extremely hot picture of Robert Pattinson. Or you watch him on TV. Or you by some chance come into close proximity to him.

2. An orgasm precipitated by looking at a picture of Robert Pattinson the obvious conclusion to robsturbation (see definition above)

Robward Cullenson

An amalgamation of his real name and the Twilight character’s name (Edward Cullen)

Fuckhawt

A word used to describe someone with jaw-dropping good looks or superior sex appeal; so hot that you would fuck them right now

(note: I’m sure I don’t have to explain how this word fits in with Rob, right?!)

*All words and definitions found in Urban Dictionary. I swear I didn’t make them up.

**Writing4Roses is kind enough to look over my ramblings to make sure I’m dotting all my Is and crossing all my Ts (and to add the odd witty comment every here and there).

Some Of My Favourite Fan Fiction Stories

I like to joke that I’ve been in Fan Fiction Hell for the last two and a half years but there’s a reason for it.  Some of the stories are so well written and they’re exciting to read.  It really is difficult to pull myself away from it.  Here are some of my favourite stories still in progress in no particular order.  I am providing the link to each story and the brief synopsis provided by the author.  I am not writing a review for each story.  Clearly, I love these stories or they wouldn’t be on this list.  I thought I’d share them with you without putting my spin on them. I’ll let you decide for yourselves…

We Are Dealt by Aussiegirl101

Bella is a teacher in Sydney, Australia.  She meets the parents of 6 year-old students Emmett and Rosie – Alice & Edward Cullen.  The family has a tragedy in their recent history and they need Bella’s help.

A Form of Escapism by Flubbles

Bella finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage, whilst going through the motions of everyday life. Her only form of escapism is the romance novels written by the recently retired, reclusive author E.A.M Cullen.

Interviews & Evaluations by Writing4Roses

Bella Swan is an aspiring musician pursuing her dreams as she joins her lawyer boyfriend in Dallas when he makes partner. Upon her big move, life begins to change dramatically as she becomes acquainted with many new friends & opportunities.  [Note from Writing4Roses:   OMG!  Holy crap, seriously?  Wow, thanks, Stefter! Mwah! xoxo – PS:  I’ll be updating soon, stay tuned LOL]

Music, Magic and Instability by A Little Distracted

Bella is a spirited young singer who gets her big break when rock star, Edward Cullen, invites her to go tour with him as his opening act.  What follows is a whirlwind romance that will change their lives.

The Tongue Set Free by georgeygirl

The semester is over.  What’s next for Sailor and Poppet?  This is the sequel to The Weight of Words. Rated M for the three L’s: lemons, language and literature.

Animate Me by abstract way

Professional animator Edward worships cartoon exec Bella from afar by day and draws her in his comic book late at night. When this Daffy Duck-loving geek comes face to face with his dream girl, will his fantasy world come to life?

Inside Man by ooza

With his parole fast approaching, inmate Edward Masen is looking for a friend. College student Bella Swan stumbles across his profile on a prison pen-pal website. Their friendship is formed over written words, but will it last once he rejoins her world?

Massage Therapy by Gemgirl65

“I knew I was in trouble the minute I saw her naked back.” Therapist by day, musician by night, Edward gets more than he bargained for when indie label scout Bella comes to his firm for treatment. One touch will unravel their secrets…but are they ready?

I have so many other stories that I love (when I say many I mean MANY), here is a link to my fanfiction.net list of favourites!

*Story Banners used with permission of authors.

**Writing4Roses is kind enough to look over my ramblings to make sure I’m dotting all my Is and crossing all my Ts (and to add the odd witty comment every here and there).

I’m NOT Ready For Dating!

As the mom of  a 16-year-old girl (don’t try to do the math, just pretend I had her when I was 12) I didn’t think I’d be perturbed when she started “officially” dating.  Jeez, was I wrong!!!!!

My 16-year-old daughter, First Born (as I refer to her on Twitter)!

I knew the day would come but I didn’t think it would be upon me so quickly.

I know there have been plenty of “group” dates at the movies and what not, and possibly even one-on-one dates that I was not made aware of.  I’m talking about “official” dates.  One-on-one as in ONE boy and MY daughter! *gulp*

A few weeks ago, I was asked to drop her off at the movie theatre for her “date”.  Of course, “Who’s the boy?” was my first question.  Her telling me who he was didn’t really help, although I had heard her mention him before, I did not know him and had never met him.  I drove her to the theatre but wasn’t really comfortable with it.  I didn’t like the feeling of dropping her off somewhere to meet a total stranger (well, a total stranger to me). I dropped her off and watched as she entered the theatre and walked up to a boy and hugged him.  At least it looked like she was hugging him. Then, I distinctly heard her voice in my head:  “Mooooommmmm, stop being a creeper!”  I didn’t want to be a creeper.  I told myself she had a phone to call me if there was a problem and she was in a public place.  So I stopped creeping hanging around and went home to wait for her “come and pick me up” call. [Note from Writing4Roses:  Hopefully, you weren’t doing “The Creep” LOL sorry, first thing that popped in my head when I read this LOL You’re welcome! LOL] Everything turned out fine, as far as I can tell, and I didn’t give that “date” another thought until the other night…