Babbling Updates
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lls_mutantIn case you missed it when LJ was down last night, Accidentally In Love Part 11 has been posted. Lots and LOTS of Regulus. For those of you that aren't slash fans, one day I'd love to actually pull out the Regulus-Remus bits from this and post them on ![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-community.gif)
omniocular, because I'm REALLY proud of how that storyline went. Actually, what I'd LOVE to do is write the Regulus-Remus bits from Regulus's point of view. However, the time investment in that is just more than I have to give. (If anyone wanted to do an unofficial remix and write the Regulus version of the story, I'd almost be willing to discuss it. The only problem is I have a few definite ideas about Regulus. Like mine died a virgin. Yes, I'm mean.)
Actually, I'm really happy with the whole chapter. I've been planning aspects of this since HBP came out. I sort of feel like I set up for the punch in Part 10, and this one I took the gloves off a bit. I know that there's more coming, and that these two events in Chapter 11- especially Sirius having walked into the trap- are big for some of what's coming.
The thing about this chapter was I was REALLY happy with several moments. I was thrilled with how the argument between Regulus and Remus came out, where Regulus really pounded Remus's sore spots about being a werewolf.![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-userinfo.gif)
cristix commented that Remus seems a bit cold and calculating, in that he doesn't feel the guilt that Regulus does for killing two wizards in the Soviet Union. I was really pleased with that aspect, because I do think Remus can be a bit cold and unemotional. It's what makes him such an interesting character- one moment he can be championing Neville against Snape and forgiving Sirius in a heartbeat, and the next he's ready to kill one of his former best friends in cold blood, and you know he was going to AK Peter. But I don't think Remus thinks the end justifies the means- I think he thinks that some things are worth the consequences. Going to Azkaban or living life on the run (with Sirius) is worth killing Peter for what he did. I liken Remus to a soldier who copes with killing by not thinking about what he's doing, but if he does have to think about it realizes that the cause he is fighting for is worth not only his life to him, but also his own soul, because he believes in it that strongly. My Remus can kill if he feels it furthers Voldemort's defeat. Or, admittedly, if it can keep himself alive. :P
But anyway- I don't think Regulus can do that, and partly because Regulus no longer believes in Voldemort. His own soul has become more important to him than the cause he was working for, and therefore he cannot live with the guilt. Seriously- I have never been so glad to be wrong as when I thought that Regulus wouldn't be of any importance to the plot, and then it turned out he kicked ass.
I was also really, really, REALLY happy with Caradoc Dearborn being an Inferius. And given that he disappeared and his body was never found, that's one of those little details I'm betting is canon. But man, I rubbed my hands together in glee when I thought of that. God, I love being evil!
I'm going to miss Regulus though. I love the relationship between him and Remus, so complicated and tricky. I think Remus is going to miss Regulus, on some level. It's too bad they didn't meet each other in a different way, because if Regulus hadn't been who he was, I think they would have gotten along much better. ::sniff::
Okay. Enough navel-gazing.
Baking is evil, by the way. I'm making brownie cookies for my youth group tonight. They're, um... good :) Tonight is the last youth group. In a way I'm glad, because it's hard when Howard's not home to take Toby and all. But I'll miss it. I love the kids, and I also like the feeling I'm doing something important. I won't be able to do the musical this year- Howard's travel schedule is too unpredictable, and even when he is home, I can't do the afternoons. (I usually paint scenery for it, but doing that with a baby is just lunacy I'm not prepared to cope with.) Besides, our pastor left, and the musical is being run by committee. Yeah. So not going near it this year.
Oh- got my assignment for thefemgenficathon, and it SCREAMS Luna to me. (I have a plotbunny already.) This shall be interesting, because I've never written Luna, and I've also always avoided writing Snape, who's going to have a major part. Actually, it's funny, because my quote screams scientist to me. But that's okay :)
I suppose I should be productive or something. ::Sigh::
omniocular, because I'm REALLY proud of how that storyline went. Actually, what I'd LOVE to do is write the Regulus-Remus bits from Regulus's point of view. However, the time investment in that is just more than I have to give. (If anyone wanted to do an unofficial remix and write the Regulus version of the story, I'd almost be willing to discuss it. The only problem is I have a few definite ideas about Regulus. Like mine died a virgin. Yes, I'm mean.)Actually, I'm really happy with the whole chapter. I've been planning aspects of this since HBP came out. I sort of feel like I set up for the punch in Part 10, and this one I took the gloves off a bit. I know that there's more coming, and that these two events in Chapter 11- especially Sirius having walked into the trap- are big for some of what's coming.
The thing about this chapter was I was REALLY happy with several moments. I was thrilled with how the argument between Regulus and Remus came out, where Regulus really pounded Remus's sore spots about being a werewolf.
cristix commented that Remus seems a bit cold and calculating, in that he doesn't feel the guilt that Regulus does for killing two wizards in the Soviet Union. I was really pleased with that aspect, because I do think Remus can be a bit cold and unemotional. It's what makes him such an interesting character- one moment he can be championing Neville against Snape and forgiving Sirius in a heartbeat, and the next he's ready to kill one of his former best friends in cold blood, and you know he was going to AK Peter. But I don't think Remus thinks the end justifies the means- I think he thinks that some things are worth the consequences. Going to Azkaban or living life on the run (with Sirius) is worth killing Peter for what he did. I liken Remus to a soldier who copes with killing by not thinking about what he's doing, but if he does have to think about it realizes that the cause he is fighting for is worth not only his life to him, but also his own soul, because he believes in it that strongly. My Remus can kill if he feels it furthers Voldemort's defeat. Or, admittedly, if it can keep himself alive. :P But anyway- I don't think Regulus can do that, and partly because Regulus no longer believes in Voldemort. His own soul has become more important to him than the cause he was working for, and therefore he cannot live with the guilt. Seriously- I have never been so glad to be wrong as when I thought that Regulus wouldn't be of any importance to the plot, and then it turned out he kicked ass.
I was also really, really, REALLY happy with Caradoc Dearborn being an Inferius. And given that he disappeared and his body was never found, that's one of those little details I'm betting is canon. But man, I rubbed my hands together in glee when I thought of that. God, I love being evil!
I'm going to miss Regulus though. I love the relationship between him and Remus, so complicated and tricky. I think Remus is going to miss Regulus, on some level. It's too bad they didn't meet each other in a different way, because if Regulus hadn't been who he was, I think they would have gotten along much better. ::sniff::
Okay. Enough navel-gazing.
Baking is evil, by the way. I'm making brownie cookies for my youth group tonight. They're, um... good :) Tonight is the last youth group. In a way I'm glad, because it's hard when Howard's not home to take Toby and all. But I'll miss it. I love the kids, and I also like the feeling I'm doing something important. I won't be able to do the musical this year- Howard's travel schedule is too unpredictable, and even when he is home, I can't do the afternoons. (I usually paint scenery for it, but doing that with a baby is just lunacy I'm not prepared to cope with.) Besides, our pastor left, and the musical is being run by committee. Yeah. So not going near it this year.
Oh- got my assignment for the
femgenficathon, and it SCREAMS Luna to me. (I have a plotbunny already.) This shall be interesting, because I've never written Luna, and I've also always avoided writing Snape, who's going to have a major part. Actually, it's funny, because my quote screams scientist to me. But that's okay :)I suppose I should be productive or something. ::Sigh::
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Date: 2006-05-03 02:58 pm (UTC)And I'm SO glad you have a plotbunny! YAY!
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Date: 2006-05-03 03:07 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2006-05-03 04:59 pm (UTC)Any chance you'd share the recipe for brownie cookies? *drools at the thought*
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Date: 2006-05-03 05:12 pm (UTC)Brownie Sandwich cookies
Cookies:
1 package Duncan Hines Chocolate Lovers' Brownies
1 egg
3 Tbsp water
Sugar
Filling:
1 16-oz container DH cream cheese frosting
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Food coloring (optional)
1.) Preheat oven to 375 and grease cookie sheets.
2.) Mix together egg, brownie mix, fudge packet from brownie mix, and water in a large bowl, stirring until well blended. (Batter will be stiff.) Roll batter into 1" balls and place on cookie sheets. (The recipe says it makes 50. The most I've gotten is 34.) Grease the bottom of a drinking glass, then dip it in sugar. Press down on one ball lightly to form a flat circle. Repeat for all balls. Bake for 6-7 minutes or until set.
Remove from oven, cool on sheets for 1 minute. Transfer to wire rack and then cool completely.
3.) Combine frosting, mini-chips, and food coloring if desired. Turn one cookie over, spread with frosting, top with another cookie.
Makes 25 in theory, 17 is my personal best. I'm not sure if it's because all I can find is the 8x8 size of brownies or not. They're very simple and very, very tasty! Enjoy!
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Date: 2006-05-03 06:05 pm (UTC)Grease the bottom of a drinking glass, then dip it in sugar. Press down on one ball lightly to form a flat circle. Repeat for all balls.
Does this mean you have to re-grease the glass every time, or just grease it once and then dip it in sugar each time? Crisco? Oil? Butter?
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Date: 2006-05-03 06:32 pm (UTC)No, really? ;P
You know you'll need to write a Reg/Remus fic, like that Alphard/Remus one...
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Date: 2006-05-03 08:18 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2006-05-03 08:29 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2006-05-04 01:56 am (UTC)I think if you did write a Reg/Remus fic, it'd be hilarious that Remus would seem to have a trend going with male members of the Black family. Extremely hilarious.
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Date: 2006-05-04 08:28 am (UTC)Yep, I think this sums up Remus's attitude to life in general. It's also a major part of his friendship with the Marauders, and how, in JKR's words, he cuts "an awful lot of slack" because he's so grateful just to have friends. It's a bit sad, in a way.. but that's why I love Remus heh.
And yes, Dearborn was rather clever!
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Date: 2006-05-04 09:45 pm (UTC)You must be one of the few people who don't whore Regulus to the entire cast xD
Ok, I'll just wait till the day that Alphard/Remus fic gets written :p
Chapter 10?
Date: 2006-05-25 06:43 pm (UTC)Re: Chapter 10?
Date: 2006-05-26 07:26 pm (UTC)Re: Chapter 10?
Date: 2006-05-26 07:28 pm (UTC)