Well, the reason I haven't been writing any fanfic lately is because I joined a writers' critique group that meets once a week, so I'm writing original stuff. It's been a great learning experience so far.

I believe there's a hero in all of us that keeps us honest, gives us strength, makes us noble, and finally allows us to die with pride, even though sometimes we have to be steady and give up the thing we want the most. Even our dreams. -- Aunt May, Spider-Man 2