5 Fandom Friday: 5 TV shows I was fashionably Late Too

Hello dear friends and happy Friday!!!

I used to do 5 Fandom Friday regularly and I kind of fell off the band wagon, but now that I joined a couple of geek girl blogging groups on FB, which made me want to get back into it.

1. || Doctor Who: Oh dear lord was I late to this game! Technically I was anyways. I had no idea that the show existed until well into David Tennet after the show rebooted in like 2005. I didn't start the show until 2011 thanks to a friend of mine in my first unit. I happen to love this show. Against popular opinion I love Christopher Echelon (9th Doctor). My favorite companions (because who can chose one) are Rose, Amy and Rory, and Donna.

2. || Criminal Minds: This is one of my all time favorite shows! I didn't find the show until about 5 seasons in and have re-watched every available episode several times ((Gotta love Netflix!!!)) There is just something about the characters, their relationship with each other, and how they developed over the seasons. I also love learning about serial killers and why they do what they do. I like watching the main characters catch the bad guys and I love watching how the stories unfold.

3. || Supernatural: These guys crack me up! I didn't watch this one until well into season 7 or 8. I haven't had tv since I lived with my parents back int 2010, so I have missed a lot. It wasn't until Netflix became popular in my life (2011-2012) that I even knew any of these awesome shows! I love all things supernatural (not just the tv show) so of course this show interested me. I fell in love with the characters from the start and I have watched all the seasons on Netflix.

4. || Once Upon A Time: I think I fought this show for quite a while because it seemed a little... what is the right word? Well into season 3 before I started watching it and it has taken a while to grow on me. The first 2 seasons were alright, I didn't like the 3rd season, and then I got kind of hooked on the 4th season. Now I gotta see the 5th season!

5. || Arrow: Mem (roommate's kid) was so flabbergasted that I hadn't seen this show (or The Flash) for that matter. I had to remind him that I was in Germany for the last two years. He snarkily told me that the show has been on Netflix for a while.... but I was pretty stuck on certain shows and didn't want to venture into other ones. I like the show, but it's a little weird to me just how much they focus on Olicity pairing. Don't get me wrong, I like Felicity, I think she is a little sassy and I like how her character is grown... but can we please focus on something else?!? Please note: I haven't watched season 3 yet.... Mem is still a little miffed about that.

What are some of your favorite shows that you were late too?

5 Fandom Friday: 5 Nerdiest Things You've Ever Done

Happy Friday friends!

 

Thanks to being able to schedule posts ahead of time- this post has been accomplished and I am happy with myself!

 

Mo comes back from his trip to the States on Sunday- which also happens to be

 

5 Nerdiest Things I've Ever Done

 

 

1. Attended MetroCon- Tampa's Largest Anime convention. We even walked around near the convention center in our cosplay's!

 

2. Gotten some of my favorite geeky things as tattoo's! As of this post I have a Batman, TARDIS, Harry Potter, Despicable Me, Nightmare Before Christmas, Winnie The Pooh, and Alice in Wonderland tattoo's (( All but the Nightmare Before Christmas tattoo are part of my nerdy half-sleeve))

 

3. Join the Marvel Colloctors Corps: A subscription box based on the Marvel universe! Uh- yes please!!!!!

 

 

 

4. Collect Funko Pop! Figures: I am growing my collection of these slowly (I have to wait on a box from my mother since they were sent to her house instead of my address- since I am in Germany I use her address as back up to send myself stuff because if it can't be mailed to an APO for whatever reason- I can mail it to her and have her send it to me).

 

 

 

5. Comic Book Collection: Need I say more? It's a small collection, but it is growing! I will have a whole bookshelf dedicated to my love of Geekery!!!!

 

 

 

 

What are 5 of the nerdiest things you've ever done?

 



 

5 Fandom Friday: Your 5 Favorite TV shows

Hello friends and happy Friday!

 

I have been slacking alot around here lately, only managing to get posts done for Sunday. Partially because there has been a lot going on in my life and I've just been really busy. I am doing my best to get back into blogging because I loved this little space of the interwebs!

 

 

Thanks to the fact that I am going to a Geek Girl Kaiserslautern meeting tomorrow, here is today's 5 Fandom Friday post! I've even managed to schedule a couple of upcoming posts to so I stop sucking at life so much on this blog!!!!

 

This is kind of interesting/funny to me because a coworker and I were just talking about our favorite tv shows earlier to pass the time. It's hard to chose the shows that I will continuously binge watch though! So the topic is supposed to be 5 Most Binge Worthy Shows, but that was hard for me, partially because some of my favorite shows are new... so I bring you: 5 Favorite TV Shows!

 

1. Criminal Minds: This is one of my all time favorite shows! I have always been a huge fan of crime shows and I am interested in Behavioral Psychology and the Behavioral Analysis Unit! I absolutely love Peneople/David Morgan's friendhsip and I really like everyone on the team!!! I also love how suspensful the episodes are and I will willingly admit that I have been able to tell you what most of the episodes are about based on the first few minutes or sometimes even just the title! I can't really pick a favorite character from this series, because I love them all for their own reasons.

 

 

 

2. Gotham: I love this version of the Batman universe! Penguin is probably my favorite character because he just steals the show. I like that it's a darker version of the series. It's interesting to kind of see how they've adjusted character timelines to fit what they want to happen and I am always curious to see what else is going to happen!

 

 

 

3. Lost Girl: I just found this show last week and I haven't been able to stop watching it on Netflix! I got through the first season in like 2 days (only because work has gotten in the way). I like sci-fi/fantasty type shows or books and this one is quite interesting! My favorite characters are definitely Bo, Trick, and Kensi! I love how Bo is kind of figuring herself out with the help of her human best friend and her Blood King grandfather (who she just found out was her grandfather)

 

 

 

4. NCIS: I originally fell in love with the original series with Gibbs, Abbey, Ducky, and DiNozzo; but have also found that I really like Los Angeles and even New Orleans. I was really sceptical of spin off shows- but both of these definitely hold their own. I love the relationship between all the characters as well as the main characters always trying to save the day. It goes along with my love of Criminal Minds.

Favorite characters in the original NCIS: Gibbs and Abbey! The fact that this show is still going at 12 seasons and I don't think they are planning on stopping- AH-MAH-ZING!

 



5. Sleepy Hollow: This is still a newer show, but I was drawn in rather quickly. I love how they are using an old fairy tale and putting modern twists on it. I love the partnership between Icabod and Abbie and how they trust and rely on each other in their crazy endeavors!

 

.: Honorable Mentions :.

1. Arrow

2. Beauty and the Beast

3. Doctor Who

4. Eureka

5. Agents of S.H.I.L.D.

6. Supernatural

7. Agent Carter

8. Once Upon A Time

9. Warehouse 13

10. Torchwood

 

What are your 5 favorite shows or 5 Binge Worthy shows?

 

 



5 Fandom Friday: My Fictional BFF's!

So I know that this is a day late, but yesterday was Mo's birthday and the first day of a 4 day weekend, so Mo and I had plans before we went to dinner with friends last night, and those plans didn't allow for a lot of computer time (although there was a nap involved)! Onto the List!

1. Hermione Granger- So I talk about Hermione a lot, she gets mentioned in several 5 Fandom Friday posts here on meh blog... but that is because she is completely AWESOME!!!!! She is brilliant and helped saved Harry's life a bunch of times. She helped solve the riddles throughout the course of the series and is just awesome.

2. Derek Morgan & Penelope Garcia- These two are just amazing. Derek is such a bad ass agent and Penelope is just so adorable with her style and her personality. I love how they interact together and I would love to either know them or have a friendship like theirs! It's inspiring! Also... please do not get me started on my love for Criminal Minds and the whole BAU team. I LOVE THEM!

3. Dean & Sam Winchester- In a world with a serious demon problem, who wouldn't want to have Sam and Dean as their best friends! They would know how to save your life when you get in trouble and they are pretty amusing! Imagine all the things that you could learn from them.

4. Willow Rosenberg- This is kind of a throwback to an old TV show, but I always loved Willow. She was the sidekick witch to a Vampire Slayer who blossomed into such a bad ass character! She was super smart, talented, and loyal. She was always there to back Buffy up. Who could ask for a better friend then Willow!

5. 10th Doctor-  I love the Doctor, most of his regenerations included.... but I think 10 is my favorite. I love how quirky he is and how geeky he is. He wears Converse for gods sake... like all the time. He's unique.

Bonus:

1. Toothless- Coolest dragon ever.... so playful yet loyal. He has his own personality and it's awesome.

2. Olaf- despite the fact that he is a snowman who was created when Elsa's powers went crazy, he is super awesome and loyal. 

Who are your fictional BFF's?

5 Fandom Friday: Favorite munchies while blogging

Hello friends and Happy Friday to you all.

For anyone who follows me on Instagram (@jmccrafts) or Twitter (@jennlmcclure91) knows, Mo had ankle surgery yesterday. Luckily this weekend was a mandatory four day weekend put on my by big boss, so I got to drive up last night instead of waiting until tonight. I took him to his doctor appointment, to go see his Primary care Manager, and then to lunch, and the commissary. We're having a lazy weekend because he can't walk a lot, but tomorrow is a Whiskey Tasting at The Auld Rogue we're going to, which we greatly enjoyed last time.

So today's topic is a rather fun one in my opinion! I love learning about my fellow bloggers and getting small peaks into who they are as people, not just what they show us through their blog (my my, that sounds a little creepy....) but I like knowing more about them because it makes me like them more as bloggers to know that they are real people and not just a persona you see on a screen.

Today's topic: Favorite muncher's while blogging.  I always have something to drink or eat when I sit around my computer, because I am never around it for a short period of time. I'm on my computer usually with a purpose, for which I know I am going to be stationary for a while.

1. Soda- either Coke or Dr. Pepper.... they are my two favorites and pretty much the only soda that I drink. I now prefer German coke as I have mentioned before.... it just tastes better because of the sugar they use in it.

2. Miyo Water- I like to mix Miyo flavors in my water, three in particular. I like Fruit Punch, Watermelon, and a little bit of Black Cherry all mixed together. It's sweet but not too overpowering, especially because the water bottles I get here are a Liter (33.8 fl oz) 

3. Twizzlers- Twizzlers have always been my favorite go to snack! For as long as I can remember, and I have no idea why. I like to mix it up with regular cherry Twizzlers and the peel apart Twizzlers! Talking about them makes me really wish I has some right now... sad panda.

4. M&M's- They are great little go-to snacks because they are small. I am good with a handful at a time usually, unless I am like binge eating candy... which is a rare occurrence these days.

5. Ritz Chips/ Wheat Thins- So these are really two different things but they are quite similar in my opinion... they are both super yummy! I like the Sour Cream and Onion Ritz Chips (Mo likes the regular ones) and Wheat Thins are the best when my GERD is on a rage and my stomach is upset.

Honorable Mentions: because it's never easy to just choose 5 favorites...

1. Pringles I love me some pringles

2. Hershey's Kisses Right up there with M&M's

3. Sweet Tea I was born and raised in the south... need I say more?

4. Cookies Either Girl Scout Cookies or Chocolate Cookies will do... Mo just likes Cookie dough

5. Garlic Parm Knots These are good any time of day!

What are some of your favorite blogging (or anytime) snacks?

5 Fandom Fridays: Characters I'd Name My Pets After

Hello friends and Happy Friday!

I almost wasn't going to participate in this week's 5 Fandom Fridays but once I saw people posting about what they would name their pets, I decided I would go that route. I don't know that I will ever have kids.

I eventually want to get two puppies, either German Shepards or Husky's

1. Jack & Sally- As you all may or may not know, I may be a tiny bit obsessed with Nightmare before Christmas. If I get a puppy of both genders, I would want to name them Jack and Sally!

2. Lilo & Stitch- I also like the names Lilo and Stich.

3. Dean or Sam- As a fan of Supernatural, I would be okay with either or both of these as names for my future pets! I would want this for a pair of brothers tho!

4. Castiel- Another Supernatural name! I think I would definitely use this as a name for a cat! I just love Castiel! He is so amusing to me! I think I would save this for either a white or black cat, either would be fine with me

5. Hermione- I would name a female cat this! She is my favorite character of Harry Potter and I think it would suit a cat! They are generally intelligent animals and she was bloody brilliant! I think I would use this for a tabby cat though, like her own cat in the series! I think she is just a super strong character and I adore the actress who plays her! A role model for sure!!!

Bonus names:

+ Severus Snape from Harry Potter (Black Cat for sure!) I just love how his character developed as the series progressed and how Harry learned to respect him and understand him toward the end. I hate that he died, he is one of my favorite characters!

+ Zero Nightmare Before Christmas... only the coolest dog ever! I would love a ghost dog with a pumpkin for a nose. I would settle for a white fluffy dog tho, that I could name after this awesome dog!

+ Toothless How to Train Your Dragon- need I say more? Yes? ok.... Toothless is just super awesome! He's so silly but can be super protective! He's just plain adorable!!

What about you? What are some names that you would use in homage to your favorite characters?

5 Fandom Friday: Things I've Bought But Haven't Read/Watched/Played Yet

Happy Friday friends!

Welcome to another 5 Fandom Friday post, hosted by The Nerdy Girlie and SuperSpace Chick. Read it's origin story and find a list of upcoming topics.

Things I've Bought But Haven't Read/Watched/Played Yet

I decided to split this topic into two categories, I figured it would be more fun. 

** Read:

1. Prince Lestat by Anne Rice- I've watched and read The Interview With The Vampire and I also loved watching The Queen of the Damned movie as well. ((I love ALL things supernatural and Vampires and witches were my first favorites)). Once I saw that she had written some spin-off's from this series, I knew that I wanted to read them all.

2. The Infernal Devices series by Cassandra Clare- I read her first series, The Mortal Instruments and loved the series so I decided to add her other work to my list of books to read just to see if I like them as much.

3. Social Marketing All-in-one for Dummies- I want to own my own photography business as well as make this blog a nerdy community for people to enjoy, so Social Media Marketing is important. I figured I would give this book a try

4. Fearless by Eric Blehn- This is a book about a Navy Seal. I love reading books that are based on truth in the military, and since I am already reading American Sniper and loved Lone Survivor, I figured I would give this book a try.

5. The Hobbit  by J. R. R. Tolkien- Do I really need to explain this one?

** Games:

1. Lego Batman 3 on Steam

2. Harry Potter Lego 1-7 on Steam

3. Borderlands for Xbox 360

4. Batman Arkham Asylum for Xbox 360 technically Mo bought this one and is letting me play it

5. Skyrim for Xbox 360

What are some things you've bought but you haven't watched, played, or read yet?

5 Fandom Friday: Favorite Couples I Ship

Hello friends and Happy Friday!

Thanks for stopping by for another round of 5 Fandom Friday! It's brought to you by The Nerdy Girlie

Today is Friday the 13th! Which makes me giggle a little. 

Happy early Valentines Day my friends!

This week we are talking about Fandom Couples I Ship

** Jack and Sally- These two will always be at the top of my list! They are my two favorite characters and I love them so very much!

** Hermione/ Severus and Ginny/Draco- I never likes Hermione/Ron.... he just isn't on her level in my opinion and one day my friend introduced to me the pairing of Hermione/Snape and Ginny/Draco and I thought it was a viable pairing for each. Hermione needs someone intelligent and interested in the same things that she is, not just in Quidditch.... and it was kinda weird with Ginny and Harry... like dude, that is your best friends little sister... awkward turtle much? I think it's also because I've read some really well written fan fiction where they made it all work. They didn't really change Snape's personality, they just made it believable that he could love her. I'm weird... I know

** Steve Rogers and Peggy Carter-  This was just too adorable in the movies. He was a little shy around her and then she was jealous and tried to shoot him while he was talking to the one girl in the bunker and he deflected with his shield. I love their interaction at the end of the movie as he is heading for the water in the aircraft and he makes her make a promise they both know he can't keep because they both think he is about to die.

**Amy & Rory Pond- because the Doctor always calls them the Ponds since he knew Amy first! They are a pretty awesome team. It was so adorable in the episode at the hospital where they got separated and when they found Amy again she was old and Rory was mad that they didn't get old together.... it was sweet! And after they divorced and Rory realized why she divorced him... or how he waited for her for 2000 years.... I could just keep going on if you would like....

** The 10th Doctor and Rose Tyler- I won't lie, I haven't watched the old Doctor Who yet, I started with Eccelson but I know he is the 9th Doctor. I think Tenant is my favorite Doctor so far though, although I kind of love them all... except for Peter Capaldi, he hasn't grown on me yet... I still like him... but he takes some getting used too. Anywho, Rose was my first companion and her and Amy are tied neck and neck as to who is my favorite. I loved them chemistry between 10 and Rose, it was cute. And I love how 10 brought the other version of himself to Rose because he had killed someone and he didn't know what else to do with the Clone. And how Rose kept traveling back to help the Doctor...

Welp, there you have it... my odd opinions on fandom couples I ship. Haha. 

.: Honorable Mentions :.

* Castiel + Dean- Supernatural I've seen a lot of shipping of this and I think it's amusing and awesome. Destiel! P.S. Castiel is one of my favorite characters because he is so clueless sometimes

* Piper + Leo- Charmed

* Bones + Booth- Bones

* Tony Stark + Pepper Pots- Iron Man

* Kensi + Deeks- NCIS: Los Angeles

* Ziva + DiNozzo- NCIS

* Penelope Garcia + Derek Morgan- Criminal Minds although they are just best friends

* Joker + Harley Quinn- Batman

* Starlord + Gamora- Guardians of the Galaxy

*Elsa + Jack Frost I understand they are from two separate movies, but I've seen a lot of shipping here and I LOVE IT

Who are some of your favorite fandom couples?

5 Fandom Friday: Favorite Funko Pop Figures

Happy Friday friends! 

Wow, is it really already Friday? YAY! Haha.

I only worked two days this week thanks to some 4 day weekends since we've missed time off.

Welcome to another installment of 5 Fandom Friday (brought to you by The Nerdy Girlie and Super Space Chick

I absolutely love this topic! Funko Pop Figures have become a favorite geeky accessory of mine!

1. Batman is my only current Funko Pop figure. No need to express why this is one of my favorites.

The rest of my list are ones that I want to purchase 

2.  Jack Skellington-

My favorite movie! I love Jack (I even have Jack and Sally tattooed on my left leg!) Really I just want to collect all the Nightmare Before Christmas figures! They even have Zero!!!

3. Smaug- The Hobbit

I think it's awesome that he is voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch. I also really want this one because I found a fan art picture of a baby Smaug talking about his daily affirmations and it is absolutely cute. This figure is super cute too! 

4. Dancing Baby Groot- The Guardians of the Galaxy

All I picture when I see this is the end of the movie when he's dancing in his little pot and stops moving when Drax looks at him. So adorable! I am even looking into a crochet pattern to make this as an amigurumi!

5. Toothless- How to Train Your Dragon

OH EM GEEEEE! Toothless is so adorable and this figure is no different! I want to have him now! Hahaha! Favorite part of that movie!

What are some of your favorite Funko Pop Vinyl figures?