Elizabeth Weir/John Sheppard Appreciation/Ship/Discussion Thread

[Scary Kitty]

Aaaand I am working on BoD as we speak. I think i just found a solution to one particular thing that bothered me.

Ahhh, it's so nice when those pesky fic problems work themselves out, isn't it?

Here's a little hint at something in RtP2: You've all probably heard of bumper cars, right? Well, I've got a new one for you. Bumper jumpers. And yes, there will be jokes about scratching the paint.

[Anuna]

Ahhh, it's so nice when those pesky fic problems work themselves out, isn't it?

Here's a little hint at something in RtP2: You've all probably heard of bumper cars, right? Well, I've got a new one for you. Bumper jumpers. And yes, there will be jokes about scratching the paint.

Bumper jumpers!!! I love that idea! can i get a ride?

by the way, take a look at the snippet I just posted!

[TheLadyMore]

Ahhh, it's so nice when those pesky fic problems work themselves out, isn't it?

Here's a little hint at something in RtP2: You've all probably heard of bumper cars, right? Well, I've got a new one for you. Bumper jumpers. And yes, there will be jokes about scratching the paint.

I see John deffinitely going on that...especially if the thing goes over 200 MPH

[Scary Kitty]

Bumper jumpers!!! I love that idea! can i get a ride?

by the way, take a look at the snippet I just posted!

Eeee, you must've posted it when I did!

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Oh, that gave me chills down my spine. I think you captured Teyla's confusion and discomfort at not knowing what was happening, but also her curiosity to find out, perfectly. And there was this great sense of stability around John, in spite of the uncertainty that he also had to have been feeling. You've hit just the right note on this one!

A ride on the bumper jumpers? Sure...

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if you don't mind getting shot at by the Wraith. LOL!

[Anuna]

Eeee, you must've posted it when I did!

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Oh, that gave me chills down my spine. I think you captured Teyla's confusion and discomfort at not knowing what was happening, but also her curiosity to find out, perfectly. And there was this great sense of stability around John, in spite of the uncertainty that he also had to have been feeling. You've hit just the right note on this one!

A ride on the bumper jumpers? Sure...

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if you don't mind getting shot at by the Wraith. LOL!

I have

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nothing against the Wraith as long as John is with me. He can kick their behinds.

Also, re the snippet,

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That's supposed to be the moment when she finally realizes what to do in order to return to her real reality. My goal was to write a honest view on her and John's "what if"/it could have been. because let's face it, it could have been - only both of them decided otherwise (in canon). I don't want this to be one of those stories saying "this is why Teyla and John are wrong for each other". Definitely not.

[Erin87]

Aaaand I present you a snippet from BoD! CFomments are welcome. Boy, this was tricky - but not for a reason you might think. And I am so happy to say that I didn't feel any awkwardness while writing this.

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<snip for space>

Oooh, awesome snippet, Anuna!! (This ep is going to be so good!)

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Only thing: This sentence kinda confused me a little: She squeezed his hands and got up quickly, deciding that it was best if she left and unintentionally ruined something fragile and too worthy.
Completely understand that it's a first draft, but I was curious as to what you're trying to say. (It's so good I don't want to miss anything important!)

Ahhh, it's so nice when those pesky fic problems work themselves out, isn't it?

Here's a little hint at something in RtP2: You've all probably heard of bumper cars, right? Well, I've got a new one for you. Bumper jumpers. And yes, there will be jokes about scratching the paint.

Hee! That sound so awesome!

[TheLadyMore]

Eri I love your ava

[JT-2]

I was thinking we should definitely have a Johnny Cash song on the soundtrack, but I'm not familiar enough with his work to recommend one. Any Cash fans out there?

While I was listening to my iPod for Season 6 ideas, Ghost Story by Sting came on. OMG it's like it's written with S4/S5 John in mind. Holy smokes!

More songs to add to the playlist!

BTW, is anyone keeping a list of all these suggestions? Whenever we end up putting out a soundtrack, it'd be nice to have everything in one place instead of having to hunt for it all.

I'll keep track of it. I can't contribute creatively but I can keep lists.

Oh yes, we do need some some music for the old folks. I love Anne Murray. Can I make a plea for a bit of country also. Tell me this song doesn't fit somewhere?

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Yay, someone else who knows Anne Murray! I was thinking that Mayel's betrayal is screaming for an old school country song. And that song you posted is beautiful! Another song to download to the iPod.

Oh girls, you ahve struck a cord! I adooore country music. JT just introduced me to an artist I haven't known yet - and I love the song!

For general season 6, I like this song: The Pearl by Emmylou Harris

You and SR got me into Emmylou Harris, so we're even! "I Will Dream" is on my top 25 listened to songs.

Aaaand I present you a snippet from BoD! CFomments are welcome. Boy, this was tricky - but not for a reason you might think. And I am so happy to say that I didn't feel any awkwardness while writing this.

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Teyla let her feet dangle in the air, cherishing the feeling of afternoon sun on her face. Here it was peaceful and she marveled on that – it seemed like a rare constant in this predicament. The footsteps soon padded across the pier and towards her and she was not surprised. There was a peace to this moment she didn’t want to ruin, and she remained unmoving when john sat next to her.

“Enjoying yourself?” he asked. She smiled, studying him from the corner of her eye. His pleasant smile didn’t quite match the awkwardness that hung around him, and certain impatience he seemed to carry.

“Yes, quite,” she said.

“Have you – uh,” his voice trailed off and she looked up at him.

“Have I chosen?” she finished. John’s face twitched in a way that seemed familiar to her. Teyla folded one leg under her; feeling the cold of the air wrapping around her toes. John turned his face toward the rippling water, and Teyla guessed he was trying to distance himself form whatever she was going to say.

In all her memory of him – everything that she did remember – there was one thing she had always suspected about John, but never directly asked him. But now the sentiment lay bare between them and she realized, clearly, what was that he seemed to be most afraid of.

Rejection.

“John, look at me,” she demanded softly. She would never leave him with this belief, even if she wasn’t certain with herself, she wanted him to be certain about her and what she thought and felt for him.

Hesitating for just a moment, John met her eyes. Teyla adjusted her position, so she could face him and took one of his hands between her palms. She contemplated the strength and roughness for a moment, letting her thoughts and associations run free through her head. She respected him, she cared for him, and if she was honest with herself, there was a reason why her peculiar journey took her here. However that reason was such long, long time ago.

“This is not bad,” she said.

He crooked a grin, giving her an almost amused look.

“Glad to hear it.”

His words made her smile and she lifted her head to take a better look at his face, his eyes.

“I always considered you strong, and honorable,” she hoped he could see the sentiment on her face, knowing that John wasn’t very comfortable with verbal expressions of affection. “And I think I did not always agree with you. But I am your friend, as you are mine.”

He nodded slowly. Teyla looked down onto their joined hands, thinking of different ways her life had changed since Atlantis, and John, had appeared in her life.

He was worthy to her, precious. She knew that she would do almost anything for him, including putting her life on a line, and considering everything this peculiar time travel threw her way, the current circumstances were definitely not bad.

But there was something else. She continued on, carefully, as she watched their hands.

“John… could you live your life not knowing how it came to be the way it is now? To say that I cannot remember…,” she looked up at him, “- loving you, it is unsettling to say the least.”

“I believe you,” he breathed.

“It is too important, not to be remembered. And the further that I go –“

He seemed to understand what she was trying to say. His face reflected the tightness she was feeling in her chest. She squeezed his hands and got up quickly, deciding that it was best if she left and unintentionally ruined something fragile and too worthy.

John’s voice reached her before she was able to exit through the door.

“Teyla?”

She turned around.

“Yes?”

She couldn’t help but feel certain sadness as she watched him get up, slowness in his moving. He shoved his hands in his pockets, only to come up with his right hand and scratch the back of his head. It all seemed too familiar, but then, too, like a painting hanging tilted on the wall.

“There’s… the story of Pandora,” he said, his eyes reaching hers. “Remember it?”

Teyla frowned for a moment, searching for the name through her scattered memories and then smiled. Early on, John took often upon himself to teach her tidbits of Earth culture, and often she had asked him to explain references she did not understand.

She remembered thinking how strange story it was, and the suddenly realized what he was trying to tell her.

“Remember it?”

“Yes,” she said softly.

His smile was simple and filled with regret. It felt almost as if he had made the choice for her – but then she quickly realized that choices were hers, and hers alone; and there was peace within that notion. There were choices <i>she</i> was making – and there were reasons for them. It was this, that she had to trust.

When John came to pass her, Teyla managed to catch his arm, and there in the silence of the pier she bowed her forehead to his.

The last thing which remained in the box was hope.

Wow, that was just so.... wow! I love, love, LOVE THIS!

Ahhh, it's so nice when those pesky fic problems work themselves out, isn't it?

Here's a little hint at something in RtP2: You've all probably heard of bumper cars, right? Well, I've got a new one for you. Bumper jumpers. And yes, there will be jokes about scratching the paint.

Bwahahahaha!!!

[Southern Red]

Anuna, you have managed to almost turn me into a J/T shipper. If it had been done like that on the show, I wouldn't have had a problem with it. Beautifully written.

JT, I'm with you on the country. "Bleed Red" might be good for when John has to deal with

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Mayel's betrayal.

There are so many Johnny Cash songs but I'm not sure which would fit in. Maybe "I Walk the Line" for John at some point.

[Erin87]

Eri I love your ava

Who? Me?

If so, then thank you! They are two of my SGA kids OCs - Emily, the Sparky daughter, and Max, Ronon's son. I drew the pic as an exam stress reliever, and then I was in the mood to change my avatar, so...

[TheLadyMore]

Who? Me?

If so, then thank you! They are two of my SGA kids OCs - Emily, the Sparky daughter, and Max, Ronon's son. I drew the pic as an exam stress reliever, and then I was in the mood to change my avatar, so...

Yes You!

Im a artist as well I always do sketches to plan my stories! And I agree drawing is a great stress reliever during exam crunch time. (Im in that same league as you so I know what tou are going through =D

[TheLadyMore]

*Snickers*



This is why when Sparky has Babies Elizabeth will not let him tell their kids stories

[Lt.Colonel John Sheppard]

Who? Me?

If so, then thank you! They are two of my SGA kids OCs - Emily, the Sparky daughter, and Max, Ronon's son. I drew the pic as an exam stress reliever, and then I was in the mood to change my avatar, so...

and i think john will kick max's butt if he ever hurt his litttle girl's heart or at least take it on ronan when they're sparring but then again what self respected parent wouldn't do anything for their kids?

[Scary Kitty]

I have

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nothing against the Wraith as long as John is with me. He can kick their behinds.

Don't worry, Lorne will be there, too. Muahahah.

Also, re the snippet,

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That's supposed to be the moment when she finally realizes what to do in order to return to her real reality. My goal was to write a honest view on her and John's "what if"/it could have been. because let's face it, it could have been - only both of them decided otherwise (in canon). I don't want this to be one of those stories saying "this is why Teyla and John are wrong for each other". Definitely not.

Ah,

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I was wondering if that was Teyla's 'eureka, I've got it!' moment. I'm glad this story is not a 'why this is wrong' story, I think the fact that we're going to examine it without that 'wrong vs. right' bias is what makes this story unique and better than other stories in this vein.

While I was listening to my iPod for Season 6 ideas, Ghost Story by Sting came on. OMG it's like it's written with S4/S5 John in mind. Holy smokes!

That is a great song for John!

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Of course, I'm not sure where we'd fit it in for S6, considering we're not going to let him admit his feelings for her. Or will we? Anuna was talking about having a scene between Teyla and John at the end of Box of Dreams in which Teyla mentions the timeline she witnessed where Elizabeth was still alive, and John goes into denial-yet-being-so-obvious... Hmm...

And I'm totally in favor of getting some Johnny Cash onto the soundtrack for John. It's just not John Sheppard without it.

*Snickers*

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This is why when Sparky has Babies Elizabeth will not let him tell their kids stories

And that's it from me for tonight! Good night, Sparkies, and pleasant Sparky dreams!

[Lt.Colonel John Sheppard]

was watching a green lantern trailer today and i was reading about Hal Jordan, the air force pilot that becomes GL and it made me think who is the better pilot Jordan or Sheppard.