We’re more than halfway through hiatus, woo! If the show comes back in early February like last year, that’s only three months! Light at the end of the apocalypse! Can we pause for a moment to talk about why I have not a single new thing to share this month? No casting news, no new juicy tidbits, no episode titles. What even, crew of The 100!?
Anyway. Since it’s been 2,199 days since Praimfaya (feels like it, too!) today we’re going to catch up on whoever the hell is left on/around Earth. They have some bios, à la a dating site profile! Clearly, I am not creative enough to come up with such an awesome idea, this is 100% Greg’s brain child. I am, however, creative enough to make it a thing so…. here you are! (And special thanks to Val for letting me use her Tinder bio for inspiration ?)
Now- we all know that some of these people needn’t be looking for relationships (ah hem, Kabby, Bellarke) but… you never know what has happened in 6 years, 7 days, so we might as well have all the options on the table 😀
Bunkerkru
These guys have all been in the bunker for wayyy too long. Things have gotten ugly, no doubt. Hopefully they’ll get some happiness upon crawling back to the ground. Also, let’s just assume that Mackson is still together, because anything else would just be rude. (Also because I got tired and wanted to be done, but shh.)
Spacekru
Things have probably been dull and/or uncomfortable in space. Clearly, they’re going to want to see some new faces upon their return to the ground.
On Earth
Poor Clarke. Tbh, I really can’t imagine the levels of lonely- especially before she found Madi. Yikes.
I love this!! I haven’t been able to keep up with watching the episodes since Season 2 but I’m hoping to do a binge watch during Thanksgiving Break and get all caught up. I’ve been hearing about this whole apocalypse separation thing and I really want to watch it happen! This post is seriously awesome and I shall reference it forever 🙂
Laura @BlueEyeBooks
Aw thank you!! I really do hope you get caught up- Thanksgiving is a great time to do so! Season 3 is… well, it’s not the best. I mean- Season 3 of The 100 is better than any season of any other show, but it’s probably my least favorite of the 4. The 4th though, the 4th is fabulous!! So f you roll your eyes a bit in S3… it’ll end 😉
This is the absolute best!! Nice pic of Kane – that is quite the beard- and “master culler” lol. Great Jaha quote!
“Probably going to dine on her people” kills me. It’s all going down in bunkerkru. And Indra’s quote is amazing as well-really you did top notch work here on the quotes. I feel like potential dates are getting some good info here???
John as cockroach had me lmao. So true!!! Love Monty ‘s quote, I had forgotten that one. Who’s he gonna smoke a little herb with now??? I hope he gets a good candidate. Echo is a dangerous date for sure. If she shows up in death mask just walk the fuck back out the door, people.
Nice Harper bio. “Likes to shoot things” ? I feel like there is some potential there for her and Harps. I mean the small pool of possibilities in spacekru does require some creative choices? And Clarke as survivalist mama bear is interesting but alas any suitors are outta luck as long as Bellamy’s around-unless he comes down as
Becho in which case I will scream. Which let’s face it is probably happening!?
Still this is an outstanding lineup of dating material considering, you know, apocalypse times. Nicely done ?
I seriously cannot even believe that you commented on this! You should be.. Idk, resting? (Though I suppose there’s only so much of that you can even do right now.) I am glad that you did though, I’ve missed it 🙂
And thank youuu! That picture of Kane is perfect, because not only is it the quintessential beard pic, but it’s when he is making friends at Polis! The quotes were actually harder than I thought- I had to scour my old posts, the Wiki, all kinds of stuff! And let’s be real- you are right, potential dates ARE getting good info, and probably running away as fast as they can with this group ?
Murphy’s was hard because there were SO MANY Murphy options! I mean, I was torn between that quote and “I creep on myself for the miracle of a horny mistake.” But I figured this one was more… Murphy. And seriously, so sad about Jasper/Monty- but good news is Niylah does still know how to make that Jobi tea! (I was going to add her but I got way too tired hah.)
Yeah I think unless you’re Azgeda, you just RUN from Echo? I really want Harper to become her personal guard, too. Like I want Echo to cause some trouble up there! What else is she going to do, knit cardigans with Monty? ? I feel like I have resigned myself to Becho too- because really, then they won’t be endgame if they’re a thing now so… might as well let them get it the hell out of their systems. Clarke will be too much in Mom Mode to have a relationship right now anyway. She’ll need to get over that in a hurry!
This post is so awesome on my screen!! I read it on my phone in hospital but man it’s tough for me to blog by phone. Now I can see it all it’s glory. 🙂 And I feel like scouring for those quotes would be tough, and time- intensive, so yeah… again nice post. 🙂
I kinda want Harper/Echo too- either just really good friends or a romance, or both? Lots of possibilities. Echo would toughen Harper up considerably, and what would that be like? And yeah Becho *sigh* get it out of your system, people, so we can move on. Maybe they’re heading toward a Clarke vs Echo decision and Bell has to choose, or save only one, or whatever- especially if we’re going to get one more season (how dare I say that??)
Aw thanks! I could not blog by phone either- I have heard of some people ONLY blogging by phone, and honestly, I’d quit hahah.
I like the idea of Harper and Echo, at least as friends, they’d balance each other out nicely. Becho… it’s like we have all resigned ourselves to the fact that yeah, it’s going to happen. But you KNOW that when the time actually comes, we’re all going to be pissed anyway ? I DO like the “saving one” Clarke/Echo idea though! That could make for some really good episodes. I also wonder what they are going to do with Echo’s character to make her being a regular justified. Has to be more than just sleeping with Bellamy haha. I hope we get at least another season. There are rumors swirling around that S5 isn’t going to start until March, and frankly I am not okay with that. I mean, it could work I guess, because they had that stupid month-long hiatus last season? But… Idk, I think I’d rather them start in February, even if it means taking that dumb break.
OH! I just realized that I can resume 12 Monkeys now too! I am excited, things have gotten quite intense. I watched like, the first 2 episodes of S3 I think. I might rewatch them, or at least one of them, to catch up.
Oh man it was awful. Tiny screen, I misspelled EVERYTHING, some shit didn’t come up. I admire (but don’t understand) anyone who can blog by phone. 🙂
I really like the “can save only one” scenario too, cause it HAS to be Bellarke. Which would suck for Echo but would fit right in with how this show operates. 🙂 I’ve always wondered that about Echo too, since her promotion- why exactly?? I mean I like her more, as we’ve discussed, but still.
I do not like a March start either. When I an enveloped in the cold winds of Michigan winter I’m gonna NEED some Vancouver/ ruined Earth scenery to get me through. I think this should just be a forever project and they should just always make this show *settles in comfortably* And yes 12 Monkeys! I need to resume as well, I’m stuck back on S2 yet sigh. Oh I just started Stranger Things 2 tonight. Awesome??!??
Yes, and you can’t like, rearrange things in the same way. Plus, how do you use graphics and such? Like I guess it’s *possible*, but I feel like it must take at least ten times as long?
YEP it would of course be Bellarke! Even if they’re still sticking with this “platonic” bullshit, Bellamy would always choose Clarke. And yeah- I like Echo more too of course but… a lot of shit must have gone down on the Ark for her to have a lead role- especially because Harper and Emori will be there, main cast-less. (Still salty, tbh.)
YESSS exactly! When you’re stuck in shitty snow and below zero temps, you NEED something to look forward to! And yes- since they started filming in August, I bet the start of the season will be SO pretty and green! I am *hoping* that this is just international people, because I assume different countries have different release dates but… Idk, so often it seems the rumors end up being true. BUT people have said that all the mid-winter schedules will be released in the next couple weeks, so we will know for sure VERY soon! And YES- can it please just be forever!? I think it’s very on the fence at the moment, but with Jason signing that big deal with Warner Brothers or whatever, I think if they DO cancel he’d know way in advance, so at least there’s that.
Aw well, you’ll have plenty of time to rewatch 12 Monkeys! I watched 3×03 last night! I have questions, though. 1) Why does Hannah look like a Grounder? 2) Why is Ramse being such an epic piece of crap? and 3) When will S4 be starting? Wasn’t it around May last year? Is it supposed to be the same? And Deacon fighting with his dad/figment of his imagination was fabulous. I love that they’re in the future now!
How is Stranger Things? I have heard SO many good things about this season, I think I will have to try again since basically everyone I know raves about it, I feel like I am missing out!
It’s horrible. The few comments I made while in the hospital took FOREVER because I kept squinting lol and misspelling everything, wanted to scream.:)
That’s the thing- Harper is still not a lead but they promote Echo? I dunno.
I love the Vancouver lushness. Oh my gosh some of those areas they use are so beautiful. the river, the cliffs… man it’s awesome. I don’t usually go in for “book tourism” or whatever but if they ran tours through the 100 filming sites, I would seriously consider… so Jason signed a deal huh?
Yes I have nothing but time on my hands for a while, sorta. It’s weird because they don’t let you do much at first, so somedays I’ll feel fine and then later I’m like damn, I overdid it lol. But I haven’t felt like reading so I’ve been watching Stranger things 2 and Riverdale, to catch up Speaking of Stranger Things, here’s the deal. I liked the first one- not apeshit loved it like everyone else, but I liked it, you know? Solid B, maybe even an A. But so far I like ST 2 even more, most of the characters are still irritating/ stupid, but it has an awesome creepy 80’s vibe going and does suspense very well. I highly recommend it if you’re interested. I would ALMOST say you could skip S1 and just start S2, but as a completist I can’t really say that- but again, S1 was good, S2 so far better. There are times it bogs down, as so many Netflix shows do- at eight episodes, they have almost eight HOURS to fill, and that’s a stretch you know?
Oh Ramse sucks. I hate him by the end. S4 I haven’t seen any dates for yet- I’m gonna guess April/ May again, and hopefully they’ll release them all in one shot. I really like Deacon’s development, although… are you up to where Cole and Cassie are on the run yet? We need to discuss things when you’re there… because I have unresolved thoughts on some of Jones’ and Deacons’ activities. 🙂
Hahahha I can imagine! I have tried to comment on my phone, in an attempt to save time, but I can really only do it with short comments because my phone always autocorrects to really dumb stuff. And then there’s all the erasing and just… no. Not worth it!
The promotion doesn’t even make sense- unless they’re waiting to promote people (which, it seems they are at this point- they are down two main cast members still, I wonder if the Gagarin people are going to be main cast, UGH I really hope not honestly). OH! Two new episode titles, one of which is REALLLLY ominous! Ready? 5×07 is called “Acceptable Losses” and 5×08 is called “Secret Weapon”. I mean, Secret Weapon sounds cool but Acceptable Losses!?!? It can’t be Jaha at this point so HMMM.
I agree about Vancouver! There is this guy on Twitter, not even a fan, but he knows that The 100 fans love his pics from the set, I guess he lives there and hikes through a lot and sends pictures, it’s so amazingly gorgeous. I have always wanted to go to the Pacific Northwest in general, so I’d go, no question! If they didn’t do Unity Days in freaking JANUARY it would be awesome. Like, do it in August when filming starts or something so we could actually, you know, WALK through the place!
Jason signed a BIG deal with WB- apparently to continue The 100, but also to develop new shows. So what this means for us.. I have no idea hahha.
Awww I am sure it’s hard- you probably feel good, but then it catches up with you? I think that’s probably really common, but it certainly doesn’t make it suck any less for you. Hopefully though the good days will be more often, and the “crap I overdid it” days will start to become fewer and farther between! It is probably kind of a long road though, yeah? Did they give you like, a timetable at all? Like when you’d be able to kind of resume your life? I think sometimes reading seems HARD, even though it isn’t physically taxing, so that makes sense. Definitely just do what you feel up to doing at this point. How often do you have the chance to allow yourself to just take care of YOU, anyway, you know? Plus, I think you’ll probably feel better faster if you do that.
I almost started Riverdale one night but then I didn’t. And then I almost restarted Stranger Things, but didn’t. So I am doing awesome 😀 I will probably watch Stranger Things- at least try again, you know? If S2 gets better, as long as I *kind of* like S1 I can get through it (I probably wouldn’t be able to allow myself to skip it either, I feel you haha). I’m glad that you are really liking S2 too!
Is… Ramse for real dead now? I mean, I saw Cole kill him, but… you never know with this show. That made me sad, even though Ramse betrayed Cole. I almost felt like it was cowardly for him to make Cole shoot him- Cole still thought of him as a brother, even as he killed him, but Ramse took the selfish way out. OH! And I am at the point where Cassie just splintered back with Deacon. And then when she and Cole were hugging, the looks on Deacon and Jennifer’s faces killed me. I kind of almost want them to get together, as strange a duo as they’d be! OHHH they go on the run!? This sounds very fun! I will be starting episode… 4 or 5 I think tonight, I can’t remember. Got too tired last night and couldn’t watch it ha. I cannot WAIT to discuss questionable activities!!! 😀 (Also, if you couldn’t tell, I freaking LOVE this show and am so pissed that we only get one more season. It’s probably my second favorite show after The 100!)
Acceptable Losses might be why Harper hasn’t been promoted lol. Sorry that’s mean, I’m with you Harper, you’ll make it (shouts as secretly lays odds on her survival). Hey you gotta be tough with this show. 🙂 Those are nice titles, though, and definitely speak of conflict. How bad is this Gagarin thing gonna get??
A big deal- that’s awesome! Maybe we WILL get those 7 or 8 seasons???????? Although I’m afraid to jinx it… and the Pacific NW is beautiful, no question. I mean there’s a reason the Sasquatches all live there right? They know what’s going on. Although supposedly there are Squatches everywhere (we have Bigfoot in MI you know?) so yeah I’ll shut up. I don’t even know where that came from, squatches just came to mind. Maybe because I’m on Norco. Weeeee………
Like yeah today’s a good day. Feel pretty good. They said three weeks til I can drive, 8 weeks really before I’m “fully” healed in terms of, you know, everything. More or less. But thanks! Great advice, which I’m gonna take *fumbles for Netflix lol* Reading is definitely taking a back seat…
You should start Riverdale because it’s getting quite dark. I know, stop. I’m awful. But Stranger Things 2 is getting downright creepy AF right now! Yeesh I just watched episode 5 and it’s like damn. Fuck that. They are killing it (although the characters do a LOT of dumb things).
I believe… Ramse is dead. If you’re talking about Cole shooting him in the woods, then yes. He has not come back (unless they pull some shit next season). I didn’t like how that went down either, it was odd, although part of me is glad Ramse gone, he was just irritating the crap out of me by the end, especially after he killed the rando woman who looked like Cassie. I hated him for that! And then he sees her and is like oh shit, that wasn’t Cassie. Um try looking first you asshole! So yea good riddance to him.
Shit I spoiled again! Sorry!!! That on the run stuff must come later than I thought. But… it’s fun. There is an element of the whole Witness thing that I’m really curious to see what you think. And YES!!! I’m glad you like it, I’d hate to recommend something and waste your time, you know? That would be the worst. So I’m glad glad glad.
NOOOO not Harper! Or, you know, maybe Harper. Ugh, I really hope not though, I feel like there’s so much more they can do with her. I WILL say, if I had to place a bet right now, my money’s on Emori dying. I feel like they’ll leave Mackson alone (especially after Lexa AND Bryan, they’re going to get hate mail if they don’t). The only way I see Harper’s death furthering the story is if they really want to go Dark Monty. Which would be annoying because they’ve done that, with Jasper, Bellamy, AND O. So like, enough. I think Gagarin IS going to be big- maybe bigger than we want them to be? I think like- they killed SO many people last season that they almost have to bring in a bunch of new ones, but at the same time, we’re already going to be adjusting to the time jump so they may want to calm down a bit.
Did you see the new set pics!? Holy crap, it looks amazing! Here, I can kill two birds with one stone- some funny Alternate Indra from Adina, AND the set pics- https://twitter.com/AdinaPorter/status/928772478733754369 Anyway, they are apparently referring to it as “the church” so I am VERY intrigued. They need to give us some real info ASAP. (Though at least we know who’s still alive/shooting scenes by episode 6-7!!) OH! And it actually gets even better: Richard dressed up as Niylah and it is… well, it’s scary good hahah- https://www.instagram.com/p/BbSWIBpnoiN/
Bwhahah I had NO idea that Bigfoot lived in Michigan! I mean, I assumed he was somewhere less populated? Like maybe Montana, Idaho, thereabouts? Wait- is he ONE creature, or a whole species of them?
Sasquatches sound kind of fun though, I would risk it to hike around Vancouver, tbh. I am not even the kind of person who likes hiking a ton, but when I see Chelsey’s instagram stories of her hiking, I feel like I could become that kind of person ? And hey, if drugs let you think about the equivalent of Pauna… well that’s fun 😀
I am so glad you are doing better! Goodness, 3 weeks to even drive, that sucks. I feel like, even if you don’t necessarily *want* to even drive, someone telling you that you can’t feels prohibitive? That was how I felt after surgeries, anyway. (I also didn’t listen, but don’t be like me- I never had any serious surgeries like you, so I am a terrible example.) I suppose 8 weeks isn’t *too* bad, considering. Reading can definitely take a back seat. You’ll probably be inspired to read something eventually, and then you’ll want to get back into it, but until then, meh, who cares, shows are just as good!
Okay, so you get to decide! After 12 Monkeys, do I start Riverdale or Stranger Things? I mean, obviously you have better taste in shows than I ever have hahah. I think I am okay with the Stranger Things characters being dumb, because they are kids. And creepy sounds good! But I also like that Riverdale is dark. So yeah, your choice 😀
YEP that is what I was talking about, in the woods! I am kind of bummed that he is dead, honestly, because I HATE how they killed him? Like- I hate who he was at the time of death, if that makes sense? I wanted him to be more redeemed than that. But noooo, he tried to kill Cole’s freaking soulmate. And frankly, that is just rude. And YES! OMG yes when he killed that poor girl! And then STILL didn’t stop! Like- had he killed her, then realized “well shit, I am basically a monster now, perhaps I should chill”, then I could have lived with it, but NOPE, he went right back to trying to kill Cassie. What an ass.
And nah it’s not really a spoiler, no worries! I have a feeling something like that is going to happen soon, because Cole was whispering to Cassie, basically telling her to lie to Katarina and such. So I figured they were up to SOME kind of shenanigans. I am SO excited that I was RIGHT about The Witness! I don’t think you even had a chance to see my theory that it was Cole’s kid- but I DID and I was RIGHT! (Well- I said either Cole OR his kid, so I was half right, but shhh I’ll take it!) And nah, I trust your recommendations by now, clearly 😀
I agree, my money would be on Emori not making it, althouh the fact that they haven’t upped Chelsey to regular is a bit alarming. And for Gagarin, part of me is wondering if they’re going to go hot war between them and Grounderkru, or if it’s going to be more of a tense standoff kinda thing. I mean Bunkerkru would have the numbers advantage, but it looks like Gagarin will be dealing initially with Clarke/ Spacekru (?) and I’m assuming the advantage THERE will be Gagarin’s. We need plot summaries lol.
Whoa! What is that place? It looks kinda… sumptuous? they’ve spiffied up nicely. And Richard looks good as Niylah! I love the look of those costumes in the background, the whole vibe of it. If I didn’t know better I’d say they’re not in the bunker at this point? Or do we think they are?
I feel like Bigfoot is quite widespread, like all those places you mention plus others in the uppr midwest and Canada? Heck PA probably has them. I think I saw something once where all the states that had sightings and it was like, almost all states lol. Have you ever thought though about the deep woods? Like, really deep woods where no one goes? We had a cabin up north (there’s that word again) and if you went way back in the woods, there’s like nothing there but quiet. It’s kinda weird. I think the Pac NW is like a squatch hotbed though? All those lush green forests. And mountains. I feel like Bigfoot is just a squatch, like yetis would be too, maybe they’re all related?
Thanks! Yes 3 weeks feels so weird. But then there are times when I feel iffy and I’m glad to not be in a car. I just finished Stranger Things 2 and caught up on Riverdale, so I’m feeling good.
Speaking of… choices! This is honestly a really tough one. I wanna say Riverdale because it’s ongoing and when you’re caught up you can watch live and be up on all the theories. The weird thing is both shows are better in their second seasons, I think. So it’s not like you’re going through “bad” stuff to get to “good” stuff but the payoff for both is better in S2. Riverdale is getting super dark right now. I just wrote a recap of the latest one and it’s like wow. So… IDK! That’s a really tough call… I would say Riverdale first And if you hate Riverdale or like meh, ST is there. 🙂
That was like no help whatsoever.
Feel the same about Ramse. They were brothers but bottom line he was gonna kill Cassie, so what can Cole do? Sucks all the way around. And frankly after all this time I’m surprised they went there and had their relationship end like that. Weird. Felt very abrupt. And ooh you pegged the Witness! Nice. 🙂 I remember reading some different Reddit theories but never really had a of my own- but it makes a lot of sense? And finally explains the cabin a bit and why they care about that dump so much lol. Love nest outside of time? How cozy!
Okay… let’s talk books. So I have this package outside my door today- THANK YOU!!! Book mail is the best. You are so sweet- you didn’t need to do that, but I’m not complaining either lol. Because HUNGER GAMES! Yup I’m gonna read em *happy dance* Those are amazing looking BTW. I’ve never read Patrick Ness either, and the Keep of Ages books- how did you know I loved those covers, and have been curious about them a ll along? You made very nice choices… now the question is, what do I read first? Maybe I should settle in tonight with some Hunger Games :):):):)):):)):):):):)):):)
I have seen VERY little of Luisa around, too. Like, much less of any of the rest of Spacekru? There have been tons of pictures of everyone else, so unless they don’t like to associate with her (which hardly seems to be the case)… why is she never around? I saw ONE picture of her on set. Not exactly promising. I do agree about Chelsey though- that IS pretty shady, but then… would they kill two Spacekru people? (It IS The 100, so maybe hahah.)
VERY good point about Gagarin. If they start fighting with Clarke and Madi (which it looks like, based on S4!) then yeah, they have at LEAST 100 people versus the 2 of them, and at MOST, what, 10 people if Spacekru comes down immediately? I figure there will be some kind of push to dig Bunkerkru out, because yeah, that’s got to be their only chance. OH! Here’s a question- how many Bunkerkru people will even be left!? I mean- they started with 1200, but it’s basically a certainty that they’ve had to cut WAYYY down. My guess is at least 25 per clan? To be culled, I mean. (I am probably so very wrong bwhahah.) But Gagarin is also “hardened criminals” (per Jason) so… I can’t imagine they’re just going to play nice with ANYONE, especially at first.
They definitely aren’t in the bunker anymore! Which I guess is to be expected by this far in, episode 6-7? I am so excited! It’s great because the whole set is going to be new, I assume, since Praimfaya destroyed everything. I love how completely unexpected basically everything is going to be. I keep seeing stuff about a late premiere though and I am getting really salty. Hiatus was long enough!
I mean, PA does have a lot of wooded areas, so I am sure that such a thing could exist here! Especially in the middle parts of the state- that’s basically just one big old forest. So this cabin, it was like… really in the middle of the woods? Like- was there electricity? A real road? Because no, I cannot comprehend how people live in that kind of place. Like- off the grid stuff freaks me out! Like isn’t that where all the serial killers hide and stalk their prey? There were woods by the house I lived at when I was young (like, under 12) and my friend and I would go for walks in it, and she and I were like, convinced that this was “off the grid” and we could get lost in there and have to live the rest of our lives foraging for food, but really, it was probably only 10 miles or so, max ?
I think it’s very good then that you are not allowed to drive! Better to be safe, of course. And wow, you are caught up already!? This is impressive! I have a backlog on my DVR and I have absolutely no excuse for it hah. I will start Riverdale then, when I am done with 12 Monkeys (which is sad, because I don’t *want* to be done!) At least if I watch both of those, it should tide me over until The 100 and 12 Monkeys are back again! And since you are caught up we can talk about them, yay!
YES I mean, I guess it probably was realistic, that they’d end up like that. Not every ending is neat and tidy and such. But from a viewer’s perspective, it still kind of sucks. I cannot believe how badly Deacon is tormenting Cole about it though! OH! I adored Jennifer and Deacon in that auction house. They win the show. And yeah- I don’t know why I thought it’d be Cole or his kid, but to be fair, it was AFTER he and Cassie were at the cabin, so I knew she was pregnant in the timeline he undid. The cabin WAS really cozy though- I was so glad that they had that little bit of normalcy even if it was outside of time (which is a weird concept in itself, no?)
Aw yay, that was quick! I wish there was more I could do to help you feel better, but alas, books are the resource I have at my disposal 😀 The Hunger Games are a UK edition! And they’re pretty quick reads, so that’s fun. And I know you have not read Patrick Ness, and IMO, this is his best work, no question. It takes a little bit to get into because the dialogue is a little tough at first, but then it’s like, mind blowing and worth it. And you told me, on my review of the last Vault of Dreamers book, that you were interested and liked the covers! I am very curious to see if you have the same ONE issue with that series that I did though. (It’s probably nitpicky of me, but yeah hah.) And The Diabolic is a good sci-fi one- and it’s all taking place in space! So yeah, I am useless too, because I recommend all of them of course hah. But… yeah, I think The Hunger Games will always be my #1, so if you start there it’s a good choice! Plus it’ll be fun to compare the book to the movie! Plus, of course I want to know what you think of it!
To be honest I’m surprised they’ve kept Emori around as long as they have. Yeah Murph needs a love interest (well, doesn’t NEED, but you know) but sending her up to Spacekru… I just don’t know. That’s all such a wild card, seems like. And good point about Gagarin and Bunkerkru that’s a VERY good question as to how many will be left?? And Gagarin, if they’re hardened criminals, I can see them hunting Clarke and she might have to be ninja Grounder chick. That would of course add to her mystique and legendary status.
I want to see what comes after Bunkerkru too, I LOVE the idea of new sets and a new base or settlement or whatever they do. This late start stuff is concerning though. Are we talking March now, or even later? Man I hope they don’t so that…
Our cabin was on a lake up north, so no it wasn’t deep in the woods or anything (thank goodness), but there was lots of woods around, snowmobile trails, all that. But if you just started walking back into the woods and kept going yeah you’d be in the middle of nowhere pretty quickly. We had electricity and were right off the road. Yeah off the grid’s not really for me lol, I rather like the grid and all my creature comforts. 🙂 I could totally see squatches wandering around in the deep woods though. Maybe not around here so much, but out west and in the Canadian wilderness. Little squatch communities. But then again I always thought the Loch Ness monster might be real too, so you know… I’m predisposed. 🙂
I hope you like Riverdale, it’s different and when I think about the premise of the show I don’t even know why I like it? But it’s just campy and somehow works.I think it’s a fun show to fan over because it’s so silly? I mean the names for example, Jughead and Sweet Pea and all that… it’s not even remotely realistic. 🙂
The auction house was the best! I think Deacon is very underrated and adds a lot to the show, and Jennifer kills it. And I love the idea of a place outside of time- how cool is that??
I love those Hunger Games books! Yay for the UK! They look awesome. I’m glad to try PAtrick Ness, and ah yes that’s how you knew lol. I can totally see mentioning those covers because I love em. there’s just something about them. And I’ll have to talk Hunger Games as I go through them, and we can compare thoughts. 🙂
I sadly agree- she hasn’t really had much of a storyline besides Skaikru skeptic and lover of Murphy? I think she peaked at Fake Baylis tbh. And we’ve been down the “Murphy will do anything to protect her” road, so… And with a 13 episode season, there’s just less time for secondary character arcs, so I just don’t see it.
Seriously, this season is going to be SO exciting because every single thing is going to be new, basically. So them giving us these scraps tells us nothing, but it at least is fun! I think March/April would be the latest, from what I have read? Apparently, they decided to pick up Dynasty (which I have also heard sucks) for a full 22-episode season, which leaves them short a spot in January. So I guess it’s basically one of 3 shows that will be pushed back- either The 100, Black Lightning, or Life Sentence. Basically, people think that since The 100 is already established, it wouldn’t take as big a hit as these two new shows if it had to be pushed back. Idk, I just want them to tell us!
Have you rewatched any more of The 100 by the way? You were somewhere around the start of S4, right? I have a question, for whenever you get to episode 10-11, but you maybe can answer it anyway. Actually, i have 2 questions. 1) Why the hell did everyone get so excited over Luna maybe winning the Conclave? I was watching Die All, Die Merrily and I was like… okay, if she wins, just fucking kill her? She’s ONE person, and I am pretty sure tens of thousands of Grounders could kill her. Was it just because the Conclave was so “sacred”? And Question 2) When Bellamy opened the door and let O and the Grounders in against Clarkha’s wishes…. why didn’t they just, you know, re-shut the door? Don’t get me wrong, I am glad they didn’t, but like, they were all just chatting up there! Clarke could have just closed it again! Was it because she couldn’t leave Bellamy? If so, I am here for it.
AH a cabin on a lake, now that seems more my speed haha. Especially if it has electricity. And indoor plumbing. Basically I don’t understand why anyone would actively choose to sleep on the ground and like, pee in the woods? Hard pass. I won’t lie though, the idea of being able to walk off into the middle of nowhere is kind of appealing- as long as I was back before dark 😀 I find the legends of things like Loch Ness and Sasquatches (it looks weird as a plural ha) fascinating, but I just don’t believe. I almost wish I did. I’d lie and say I did to chase Nessie around Scotland, tbh. I think that the Canadian wilderness HAS to be the home to weird shit we don’t know about. Because like… humans aren’t there? It’s probably nothing as cool as a Yeti or something, but at least some weird ass species of some animal.
You know, I wondered that about the nicknames! I had seen them, of course, and I know what they’re based on, but I found it funny in context! Interesting that those are supposed to be their actual names! I told Vlora that I wanted to watch it too, because she does recaps as well, and she basically said the exact same thing as you- it’s ridiculous, but she cannot help but like it! So why not? I mean, back in the day, I loved all that ridiculous shit on the WB, like Dawson’s Creek and Felicity hahha, this can’t be worse than that!
OH speaking of Vlora, she got me obsessed with this really stupid but addicting game, and then I in turn got Val obsessed and basically, if you are bored, it is here- http://www.decisionproblem.com/paperclips/index2.html And also apparently ALIE comes and then takes you to the City of Light at the end or something. (Not actually ALIE, but an AI of some kind takes over the world? It’s like- had Clarke not pulled the lever, but instead of Praimfaya, it’s paperclips hah)
Deacon is SO underrated. I like him more and more every episode honestly. Because he becomes so damn human, and we get to see past the whole “big bad’ exterior. And you can tell that the others start to have an effect on him- in the last episode I watched, he was all bummed because The Witness didn’t think he was important enough ? And YES- I want to go to a place outside of time! Time travel would be the most fascinating thing ever, can you imagine? Sign me up. Plus the epic romance in the cozy cabin would be a huge bonus- though I may pass on spawning the destroyer of mankind? ?
OH, speaking of! So. I am certain that this won’t come to fruition (okay well, not *certain*, but you know), but it’s such an amazing morality question- Cole saying he is able to kill his son/Ethan/The Witness/Whatever we’re calling him? And as I watched, I could see both perspectives, but… I gotta say, I side with Cole here over Cassie. Like- I get if you can’t kill your normal human son, but this kid is NOT that. He just straight up murdered all those people in the tent, no remorse. So could I kill him to save humanity? Probably? What do you think? I also can’t wait to find out where they really go with this, but I only have 4 episodes left, sad.
The UK has the BEST editions of The Hunger Games. Well, maybe second best, Australia has the Luxury Edition and the Camo edition. But UK has the neon ones, so. The covers of Vault of Dreamers are quite nice- I’d like to see finished copies, I bet they look great. And YES I am so excited for you to read THG! And a little scared because what if you don’t like them, that would be tragic? (Fine, not actually tragic, but mildly disappointing perhaps?) You’ve seen all the movies, right?
You know, Emori’s funny. I like her but there are so many characters I care about it’s just hard to be into ALL of them, you know, and I think that’s where she falls through the cracks for me sometimes. If that makes sense? And “fake Bayliss”- definitely. We got to see how ruthless she can be, and maybe that’s the takeaway- she’ll do anything to survive, and maybe that becomes an issue on Spacekru. Or afterward when they hit the ground. What if she *gasp* betrays them to Gagarin?
I totally agree- everything is going to be new and even though the time jump kinda sucks I am also excited to see what Earth looks like now. If there’s only that one green patch left, what is the rest? Raging wilderness, or just dead zone or ?? And sadly no I have not resumed my 100 rewatch yet, although I want to soon. I have the conclusion of S3 to watch yet. Those are… very good questions. I’m not sure about Luna, my understanding was she was kinda hated because she had fled the Conclave years earlier? So yeah it wouldn’t take much for Grounders to turn on her, even if she had just won, seems like. Good point. Plot hole identified! And I thought the same thing at the time! I was like Bellamy wedge that shit open before they lock you out lol!!! Although I don’t think Clarkie could do that to her love man. 🙂
Yeah Nessie’s a bit much, I mean how could a dinosaur or whatever the fuck it would be live like all those years? And we’d have better sightings, obvs. Still, as a kid… I wanted that shit to be real. And yes Canada is fucking huge, and there’s so much wilderness! There has to be something we don’t know about up there. But same with sasquatches- I mean, we never actually get one. If they were around someone somewhere would get a pic or something. I mean a good one, like real proof. So yeah… it’s like the cougars in Michigan. For years the state has been denying that they’re here, but a couple of years ago they got one on a trail cam and that was it. They’ve definitely wandered back into Michigan, mostly in the UP, so yeah eventually you get a sighting if they’re really there…
Yup Vlora is right!! 🙂 Sometimes I laugh at myself for recapping that show, but why the hell not? It’s all good fun. As someone who’s never read an Archie comic I don’t know any of the backstories, but you don’t really need to. The atmosphere of the town is the best part. I like the hint that there COULD be something supernatural underneath everything, but they never QUITE go there. I keep hoping they will.
Okay that game sounds fab but when I go there it just says Welcome to Universal Paperclips. Do I, like, make some? And ooh I wanna see the CoL, so I’ll probably play too. 🙂
Yes about Deacon. I noticed that too, that he didn’t seem to be “on the board” with the Witness, and that got me thinking- is he some kind of wild card that is not on the timemap but can play a spoiler role? I LOVE that idea. And part of me is leery of the Witness actually turning out to be Athan- I mean I’m conflicted. On the one hand it’s kind of ironic that it’s Cassie and Cole’s child, but at the same time… IDK. As for the choice, I don’t think I could shoot my own kid. IDK, is it different if you’ve just seen them kill a bunch of people? Maybe it is, but it’s tough. Humanity, though- yeah. To save EVERYONE- I just don’t know. I think if he’s just bird nose Witness pyschopath, then maybe yeah. You’re gonna get an episode all about Athan though towards the end so I’ll be curious what you think of that. I had mixed feelings frankly, because you spend all this time building him up as villain and then try to humanize him at the end? It’s like they’re trying to have it both ways. And I like nuanced villains, but just not sure it works.
Did you catch the reference to Project Charon?
I have seen all the movies! I just saw the last one recently, although it’s been a while for the others, so I might not be too good at comparing the first two, BUT… I will enjoy sharing my thoughts and you can laugh and say “oh silly newb…” lol I love the UK covers. These look so excellent.
I absolutely agree about Emori! It’s sad because I *want* to care more about her, but half the time I forget about her, oops? (Similarly, I do this with Niylah a lot.) But holy CRAP, I love the idea of her betraying Spacekru! Because she *is* the consummate survivor, so… if she thinks they can’t beat Gagarin, YEP, I can see it! And she’d definitely try to get Murphy to join her side. OH! What if MURPHY has to be the one to kill her?! I am so here for THAT storyline.
I feel the same about the time jump too, almost a love-hate. Because while I hate the idea of skipping over so much important shit…. it also kind of works. I mean, where else can you even go after the second end of the world? I assume that everything that isn’t Eden is mostly Dead Zone-ish? Maybe not desert, but at least unlivable- or maybe more importantly, unfarmable? Like- people CAN live there probably (like Zoran and Garza hah) but there likely are just not enough resources on the small patch of arable land? I guess water would be a concern too. This should be interesting!
OH so ALIE is even still in the picture where you are, damn. Well, that’s okay, no real rush to rewatch, there’s plenty of time unfortunately! I am halfway through The Chosen so… guess I’ll be restarting again hah. And exactly about Luna! At the Conclave, even Gaia was rude to Luna and Gaia is rude to no one. So I don’t think anyone would have faulted ANY clan who killed her. So YEP, plot hole. And yeah, would have been REALLY easy to reclose that door- good thing Jaha was unconscious, because even though Clarke couldn’t kill Bellamy (which I think you are right, is why she didn’t close the door on him) Jaha definitely would have!
Agreed about the…. creatures haha. Like, 100 years ago maybe I could have bought it, but now, people have phones and document every damn moment of their lives, clearly a water-dino would be snapped or Instagrammed or something hahah. WHY did Michigan want to deny that there were cougars!? Like…. wouldn’t it be better to be, idk, prepared? Cautious? Why is government made up of so many inept fools, is the real question. I love that someone had to show them a picture before they acknowledged it. ?
Ohhh I think shows like that are probably the MOST fun to recap! Because you can snark so much. I can’t wait to go back and read yours. Same with 12 Monkeys, as soon as I am done. I’m glad you don’t have to know the backstories because I most definitely do not. Nor do I plan to hahah. I didn’t realize that it was so mysterious, either! Now I am even more curious!
YES, you just…. make a paperclip. And then you make more paperclips. And money. RIght now, I have 460.2 Octillion paperclips. And no money anymore because I have moved beyond money and am now exploring the universe with my drones. I have also cured cancer, global warming, and interestingly enough AI male pattern baldness, which… didn’t seem quite as important as world peace, but okay. I mean, couldn’t the AI just fix it themselves? I digress. And I apologize in advance because it’s an annoying game but then… you can’t stop. 🙂
I am loving Deacon’s role! Jennifer was SO PISSED when he killed those people- “they were good!” and Deacon is all “I’m not”. LOOOOVE. I usually hate that kind of “bad guy” but Idk, he appeals to me. I would also love if he had a bigger role that it seems- and I could almost see it going that way since he IS so focused on it!
SO. I watched the episode where Cole has to decide about Athan (I cannot believe that is actually his name, that’s a dumb name, but then I googled it, and okay fine, the meaning is cool). And I have to admit that you are right. And I was wrong, I couldn’t have shot the damn kid. (I hate admitting I am wrong, this is unfortunate.) Like- even just in this episode, they humanized him. Which… yeah, I couldn’t have done it then. Though I’d be complete garbage at killing anyone, even bad guys, I don’t think I’d last too long haha. I still understand Cassie not being able to, but when he WAS just bird-mask killer, and Cole had never even met him… I can see the appeal. But in hindsight, it really was the “easy” way out, no? Like- instead of trying to kill the people who turn him INTO The Witness, Katarina is just like “kill the kid, easy peasy”. I was so PISSED at Cole shooting the tutor guy though. That was the ONE positive influence that Athan had! See- now that they know so much about it, if they just shot… crap, what even is her name? The bitchy one that Cassie killed? Anyway, they should just go back to before, kill HER, and then try again to grab the kid. And YEP I saw Katarina and Deacon at the end of the episode, figuring that will be where that all comes into play, and then Cassie and Cole are on the run, this should be good! I am so excited!
HAH I will enjoy being the one who knows ALL the things this time 😀 I have read the series 11 times, which is… probably not healthy? I was thinking of rereading now, because I usually do so in November (because that was when the movies came out!) but… this slump is so evil I am afraid that it will ruin them for me, and that would be really bad.
I forget about Niylah too, even though I like her. She sorta fades into the background. And yes me too, give me all the Emori betrayal stories lol. Thus putting the squeeze on poor Murph- what’s more dramatic than divided loyalties? She IS the consummate survivor, and would do it in a heartbeat I think.
One thing about the time jump is they could, maybe, say some stuff has decided to regrow and play fast and loose with that a bit. I think you’re right, it’s love/hate. Because where COULD they go? Five years in a bunker might get old from a storytelling perspective. But… everything being dead is boring too, so maybe they’ll… cheat and we’ll find out there’s more green than we thought? I mean I doubt it, but who knows? Not that Zoran/ Garza need it- they enjoy wasteland living cause they’re badass that way. 🙂
I’m starting to get the itch to rewatch, after all I’m right on the cusp of the finale. I had to watch Stranger Things 2 first because they were inconsiderate enough to schedule life- saving heart surgery on the day it came out. Can you believe that? Priorities people! So I had to get that out of my system! And yes keep Jaha away from any open doors that might doom someone!
I’m not really sure about the cougars except the dept. of natural resources thought the cougars were all gone from MI, and apparently didn’t want to admit they were back without real good proof. Which they eventually got. Lotsa people think they didn’t want to admit they were back because then they’d have to manage them, which takes resources. I remember following the story a but cause I was interested. I mean the UP is a LOT of wilderness, but they’re in the lower peninsula now too. I think they’ve even been reported around Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakeshore, which is a beautiful area up by Traverse City. They have a lot of hiking trails up there and that’s maybe a little too close for comfort, although I don’t think there’s been an encounter yet. That I know of.
Seriously? You can do all that shit?? Clearly I must take a closer look! `460 octillion???!???!?!???
There’s something about Deacon. And he and Jennifer make a good pair? Not relationship-wise, just… as a team? Love ’em. And Athan I know *rolls eyes* No you’re right, it’s a dumb name. 🙂 But yeah I totally agree- once he’s a kid standing there, how do you do it? It IS different if he’s freakmaster bird nose (what are those anyway) and all menacing… yup. But a kid? Sigh. And I was mad about the tutor too. 🙁
It is the easy way out. Go after the organization, not the kid… exactly right. And Jones/ Deacon- I thought they went a little too easily into “kill Cole and Cassie” mode because they’re the enemy now yada yada. What are your thoughts on that? That’s one of my only complaints about the show- allegiances can shift and people that are super tight are all of a sudden just gonna kill their best pal. They’ve done it with Ramse, Cassie, IDK who else but it irritates me! I mean sure Jones/ Deacon hunting them down is kinda fun, but really? Just gonna shoot em, just like that???
11 times? that is impressive. And yes you are the knowledge master now. 🙂 I started Hunger games today but didn’t get very far, got sidetracked… and I have like three books going, which I never do, but so what? I just wanted to start, and so far her and Gale are in the woods getting ready for the reaping. Good stuff so far!
Yes exactly, Niylah does fade! I watched The Chosen and half of Praimfaya last night and I almost forgot how huge Niylah is in The Chosen! “You now have one less spot to fill”. LOVE IT. I reallllly hope she is a big part of S5- as O’s lover, obviously haha. It’s funny, because Emori really hasn’t done a lot to show her loyalty to Skaikru EVER, but they still keep saving her ass. The only time she really seemed to care was when they had to leave Clarke behind (which was quite a redeeming moment for her, but still). You know, the writers probably just did that so we’d give a shit whether she survived in space…. ?
They really can do whatever they want with the time jump, and in a way, that’s a good thing. Because I don’t want plot holes, but I also don’t want everyone fighting over one pond or some nonsense either. I wonder how big Eden really is. I mean, Clarke said “one patch” but that is also probably from space, so maybe it’s at least a few miles? I mean, it’s conceivable that they could all live there- there’s what, a thousand people max? But of course, these assholes like to fight over everything.
YAY I am glad you want to rewatch again! It’s nice because you don’t like, *have* to watch it all at once since of course you know what happens. That is what I do- if something else (12 Monkeys basically!) catches my attention, then no big deal! And right, how DARE they save your life on the day Stranger Things comes out! They should have a big board right in the OR with all television schedules AND Netflix release dates ? Can you just imagine? A pre-op check of medical conditions, allergies, and if you’ll be able to make it back in time to watch shit on TV hahah. In seriousness though, they could cancel The damn 100 as long as you’re okay 🙂
Yeah I feel like those people are probably right- it would be a hassle so they just decided to put their damn heads in the sand until someone was eaten by a cougar. Sounds like government haha. I mean, it’s definitely scary that they’d be hanging around on hiking trails but wouldn’t people rather know? I mean, I would! Also, dunes and lakes sound amazing and I would absolutely risk it 😀
Yeah, it gets pretty crazy! There was some space fighting and honestly I don’t even know what was happening half the time! I finished it- with 3000 sexdicilion paperclips, and frankly, I didn’t even know that was a number? (I legit thought the game was messing with me because well, it sounds fake, but apparently it’s real!)
I’m a bit mad at Deacon for locking Jennifer up in the damn cage. I mean, he KNOWS her history. And I kind of like them in a relationship way, almost like a Murven situation haha. And Cassie definitely says his name more like “Ethan”- which is why I though it was that to begin with, I suppose- it’s almost like the actress can’t make herself say such a nonsense name. I LOVED the scenes with Cassie and her mom, by the way. Pulled at the heartstrings for sure. I love how many time periods they’ve been in lately too. BUT here’s a question- why, in the older times, do they insist on making the whole story sepia or black and white? It’s so silly. Like, as though actual life then was filtered ?
OH. So does the bird nose thingy have a point? Or is it just creepy and they want to freak us out? Because either way, mission accomplished. I agree that it was WAYYY too easy to Katarina to try to kill Cole, especially. Because when they’re dancing, she’s like, calling him her SON, and then she’s holding a gun to him? Like, at least Deacon is believable, because not only was he willing to kill Cole in the past, but I think he’s still really salty about Cole and Cassie. Speaking of which, them practicing dancing in 1899 was about the cutest thing ever. But yeah, I can buy Deacon turning on them, but Katarina? NOPE. There is this small part of me though that wonders if maybe she is just super desperate at this point? Like- she’s sacrificed SO many people for this cause, and I think maybe she is just being selfish? Because she is so determined to “win” at this point?
HA yeah- it makes me wonder why there is no show version of Goodreads so I could know how many times I have rewatched The 100. Goodreads is the only reason I know about THG. I also wonder which of the two I have more useless knowledge on at this juncture. I almost think it might be The 100, just because there;s more source material? Damn, 3 books? What are the others? I used to always read two, one Kindle and one physical, but lately I am lucky to read one hah. (Though I am really liking Six Wakes!) AH, I love how the book starts- it pulls you in from the very start! This is exciting, I’m mildly jealous that you get to read them for the first time! 😀
I hope Niylah is huge too. And I could live with her and O- as much as I love Indra, it might be nice to see O in a relationship w/ another Grounder and get another perspective. That would make Niylah really important too as she would have influence. And it might be fun to see the look on Clarke’s face when she sees the two of them together. 🙂 And with Emori, I agree. It almost feels like the character hasn’t “earned” a full time role, even though I do like her and Murph together. At times.
I’m really curious about the patch of Eden too. It’s kinda weird and silly that there’s only ONE place, although I guess I should reserve judgment until seeing what their explanation might be. And yeah it doesn’t matter they’ll just fight over something anyway- it may as well be land lol.
And right? I mean seriously for like 5 seconds when they said they wanted to do surgery on Friday I was like are you serious? Can’t we just, IDK, schedule this shit for like next week? I mean I actually thought of things like that and blog scheduling and other such priorities as I was waiting for them to finalize the schedule- shows how addicted to blogging I am I guess! Sheesh. And aw thanks! I don’t know though, The 100 is bigger than any one person. 🙂 Show.must.go.on.forever lol.
So are there like graphics and stuff? When I went to the site it was just like a screen with some text, I wondered if maybe I was missing a certain driver or something to view it? Because I am quite curious now. And why paperclips? THis has me so curious!!
Yeah Deacon and Jones (even though I love em) kinda piss me off at times toward the end. Like I said before, they’re just gonna shoot their allies of the past three seasons?? And Cassie and her mom WAS an awesome scene, no question. I liked it too. IDK why they insist on filtering like that- it’s so annoying. Yes we get it we’re in olden times, but I’m pretty sure that time was not actually like an old photo FFS.
I don’t know what the bird nose thing except it looks freaky? And I loved Cassie trying to teach Cole to dance, and him teaching her to pickpocket. Fun times. I kinda agree about Jones, they made it clear earlier that she would basically do ANYTHING to rescue h er daughter, and maybe some of that desperation is still there, like you said, to “win” at this point. She’s very driven after all. But it was incongruous when they danced and they’re obviously very close, but then two seconds later she’ll kill him if she can. Just didn’t work for me.
I NEVER read three at a time, and yet… here I am. The others are Barbary Station (just started) and Top Ten (which sadly I just haven’t felt like picking up- I like it but my mood for a contemporary faded). And… Into the Drowning Deep is out and I NEED it becaise vicious killer mermaids are killing everyone and I must be a part of it. So it may end up being four! Somehow it’ll all work out! And I feel like you might be the resident expert on both The 100 and THG (might be? Who am I kidding? You definitely are) which is kinda cool because both franchises frankly are awesome. I am looking forward to experiencing THG for the first time actually, since I liked the movies. Can’t wait to see what the actual Games/ fighting scenes are like in the book. And meeting characters like Finnick and Cressida and so on. Glad you’re liking Six Wakes so far. I liked it a lot, although there were times when some of the flashbacks slowed it down for me a bit. She tries to fit a lot into the book, very ambitious, and I didn’t think it all worked, but when you wake up in a cloning bay with dead clones and blood everywhere, she definitely had me hooked! 🙂
Ooooh LOVE it! I hadn’t even thought of the Clarke angle! I think it will be weirdest for Clarke, because everyone else will have been living their lives, forging new bonds, and she’s basically been trying to save them all, as usual, with only Madi. So yeah, even though I don’t think she’s *in love* with Niylah, I do think it’d be a blow. I love the idea of O with a more… peaceful Grounder, too. She’s really only seen the fighting side of them, this would be epic! And Emori.. yeah, she really hasn’t honestly. I like her and Murphy but not enough to care if they aren’t a thing? Like- it isn’t Emori specifically that I like with Murphy, I just like that Murphy cares about ANYONE that much!
I tried to get a good look at the Eden patch when I finished Praimfaya last night- I even paused a few times- and it’s hard to tell. Like- it looks like it does extend a bit in some directions, but it’s clear that they don’t want us to know yet haha.
I think it’s probably common for your mind to think of mundane crap like blogging and shows and such even when it’s a serious situation. Like, you figure that it’s kind of your default- the things you think about on most days- so it makes sense even if it seems out of context. Plus it IS stuff you care about! And it might even be a brain coping mechanism- like let’s think about day to day stuff so we don’t think of surgeons cutting open vital organs hah. You sound like Jaha though- sacrificing the few to save the many? And need I remind you that Jaha is pretty much always wrong? Got to ask yourself, what would Clarke do? She’d save Bellamy, screw humankind ?
Nope, no graphics! It’s really basic- though there is some VERY weird music and what looks like the first space video game ever made toward the end? It’s really weird- I think it was made to illustrate something about business, but I don’t fully recall. And I have NO idea why paperclips! I mean, they aren’t exactly a necessity! I could live a full, happy life without using paperclips ever again, so… Why would I pay $5 for ONE? I would not, but apparently, everyone does haha.
I am a little confused about the whole Deacon/Katarina/Jennifer thing. (P.S.- I am calling their little coup “Deacorina” from now on). Like when Deacon told Jones to stop and let Jennifer go, but at the end he said “sorry” like he was just messing with her? If he betrayed her again, I am going to be PISSED. You know, the biggest irony for me is that Deacorina wants Cole and Cassie to kill their kid, yet ALL Katarina has done is save her own kid. Why does Deacon even CARE at this point?
I saw the episode with Eliza! So that explains the bird beak mask anyway. As soon as she popped on the screen I was like “ah, so it was love that made him the way he is” because of COURSE it is. That was really sad though, how he couldn’t save her. She seemed like good people. Of course, in the end, it all boils down to saving ONE person. It got me thinking: Isn’t that how it always works? In these shows, yes, but probably in life, too? Think about it: no one ever saves the flat out largest number of people. They save who they feel is the most “important”, by whatever the hell standards. Like- did O save Wonkru because she was inherently good? No, she just gave zero fucks about Skaikru and did what Lincoln wanted. Clarke, in the end, saved Bellamy over 364 Skaikru. Bellamy saved O and Kane. Abby too. Jaha only saved Skaikru because he cared more about THEM than the Grounders, Kane, and O. So I thought about a real-life scenario when I couldn’t sleep: So there’s a big room, a bunker maybe, filled with say, 20 of your closest family, friends, loved ones, whoever. People you care about. There’s an asteroid coming, no way to get out. But you can shoot it off course. Only problem is, if you do THAT, it’ll hit some other bunker, far away. Europe, maybe. Doesn’t matter. There are 2,000 people that will die. You know nothing about them. Which do you choose? (I think on some level, we’re biologically wired to choose those closer to us. It’s the whole point of making human connections, after all. From an evolutionary standpoint, anyway!)
I really liked Top Ten, but yeah, you definitely need to be in a contemporary mood. I am rarely in those, so I get it hah. Curious about Barbary Station- I just looked it up on Goodreads, and people seem very mixed about it. Into the Drowning Deep definitely looks good! And I mean, 4 books is fine, you’ll finish them one day haha.
I really am the expert on both- to a possibly unhealthy level, but that’s okay 😀 IMO, the Games scenes are SO much better in the book. There are also small things, things from Katniss’s POV, in the books that you don’t get in the movies that make relationships seem SO much more important. You get to know Finnick a LOT better too, all of them really. It’s the one thing the movies couldn’t do, fully capitalize on the character development. I finished Six Wakes, and I definitely agree with you! Like the plot is awesome, of course. I almost wish that the characters had been more fleshed out, but I get that it’s hard with basically 7 main characters- like you said, quite ambitious. But it was good, and I was definitely excited to keep reading it! I had a feeling that it would all come back to Sallie, but I really liked HOW it did. But I must say, I knew Paul was a part of it from the second he woke up and was acting like a coward haha. And the author did an amazing job with all the tech stuff- like a food processor making clone bodies?! Loved it!
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RUDE, Valerie. Rude. I still think you’d like it. I will stand by that. Forever.
Excuse you, calling me RUDE??? Who do you think you ARE?
Because you are making blatant fun of my deep adoration of this show 😛 And I think I am ME, person who owns this blog. Double 😛
Val you’re a dumbass. Shannon is a queen.
I mean, amen to that.
Hahaha I love this! I’d date both Raven and Murphy, which coincidentally is what I would have chosen even without the profiles, so clearly you’ve captured them well. ALTHOUGH I find “proud owner of Markus Kane’s beard™” a pretty convincing argument, because let’s be honest, we’re all here for Kane’s beard. “Always awesome” is an accurate description of Raven and I feel like Murphy’s cooking skills make up for his revenge killing tendencies, but it’s possible my priorities are a little skewed and I’m really hungry right now.
YESSS. I do secretly hope that Raven and Murphy are with each OTHER though, so sorry about that hahha. They won’t last forever, no worries. Their chemistry would be AMAZING though. Seriously, Kane’s beard, man. I don’t usually go for facial hair but DAYUM. I won’t lie, I found Murphy/Richard wildly attractive when he was cooking in the mansion! All snarky and culinary, it worked! And Raven of course, goodness! What isn’t to like!? But fair warning, she’d probs try to push you away on the regular hahha. Murphy, oddly, would be better in a relationship I think! (Though Kane trumps them both, let’s be real. Kabby is GOALS.)
Exactly *nods* imagine if Bell comes down with Echo and then later O and Niylah are “together’- it might seem like everyone close to Clarke has moved on. that would be tough and might make her retreat even more into “motherhood” . *rolls eyes* I hate even writing that. And yeah Niylah would sorta ground (ha ha) Octavia and help her have some peace. I must say Niylah seems very well adjusted for a Grounder. I mean Indra and Niylah are about as opposite as you can get. And… Lincoln was quite peaceful for a Grounder as well, so she’s obviously attracted to that.
Yeah they’re probably being really coy about Eden. 🙂 I’m just curious about the explanation- like does it have something to do with being close to the temple/ bunker, or is it something unrelated? What could deflect a Praimfaya wave in only that one place? Hmm…
I think you’re right. Even in the midst of terrifying news I still had my coping mechanisms, my interests. It’s amazing how much they can mean to us. Funny too how different we can be from family. Like my mom doesn’t get sci fi at all, so my whole life whenever I want to see this movie or I read this stuff she just doesn’t understand it all. And my dad hardly read. So where did i come from lol? I think she thinks it’s all a waste, but if it makes you happy how can that be a bad thing? I think a lot of us book bloggers find that in the community- okay we’re not weird, there’s lots of people who like this stuff. It’s like the first time I went to GenCon- I was surrounded by a convention of people who loved gaming for four days. Like frickin heaven. 🙂
Not sure how I got on that tangent! Oh yeah- coping. And Jaha lol- I’m getting all noble now. But I won’t throw anyone overboard, honest! There are limits… and you’re right, screw the many. Save mee……….. 🙂 What would Clarke do? I like that.
Okay I may need to go back and start making paperclips.
Good points about Deacorina. I don’t think they’ve “sold” the Deacon thing- you’re right, why does he care? He used to run West 7 and was a total killer- now all of a sudden he’s a good guy? You can argue because of cassie, and maybe so, but it feels… undersold? Same with Katarina- she was all about her daughter and now she’s like out to get Cole/ Cassie no matter what. I’m glad at least that Jennifer stayed true and tried to protect Cole/ Cassie. Did you see the stunt Olivia pulled yet? That blew my mind but in a good way. She’s a player!
Love that scenario! Um, not because 2,000 people will die, but, you know, apocalyptica in general is fun to think about. Sounds like a Clarke kinda decision. -P But seriously, yeah we’d almost HAVE to pick those closest to us right? I mean maybe someone wouldn’t but I think most of us would. And that’s a really interesting point. Maybe theoretically saving the many at the expense of the few is noble (?)- a lot of these shows we watch like 100 and 12 Monkeys are all about that- but what would WE do when push comes to shove? Reminds me of this scene, which I found really touching when I watched it. Maybe you have to know Star Trek to appreciate it, but here it is. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHAOWLhrxhQ
That always get me in the feels, especially as the theme of the whole movie is arguably the needs of the many vs the needs of the few .
Top Ten I really like, but I keep saying… later? Barbary station IS mixed so far, but I love the premise. Into the Drowning Deep is the one I really want to read lol, but I’ve gota finish these other ones first. And THG I’m going to read some more tonight, because… I have them now, thanks to you!!!
The extra nuance and getting to know the characters better is what I’m looking forward to. It’s what I always say about Game of Thrones, people rah rah about the show but if they haven’t read the books… the characters are SO much deeper, in some cases totally different! So I totally get that. Finnick was really interesting to me in the movies, and some of the other Tributes whose names I don’t remember but they did something heroic or I felt for em- looking forward to all that. And *smiles* about Six Wakes. Definitely a good story, not perfect, but I liked a lot of what Mur Lafferty did there. I remember when she wrote a column in the Knights of the Dinner table magazine and it’s nice seeing her have success now with her books.
HA I agree, “motherhood” sounds ridiculous, especially since she’s 24 with a 12 year old ? I think that the whole “mother” role is a stretch even- why can’t it just be a “big sister” thing? She really would feel like everyone has moved on though. And she’d probably be right? I feel like the relationships they’ve forged over the last 6 years are, for the most part, going to be stronger than any that they have with Clarke (hopefully not Bellamy though!). I do agree that Lincoln was peaceful (nice “ground” pun with Niylah, by the way haha) BUT O knew him in more of a combative role. While he WANTED peace, most of the stuff he did while O knew him wasn’t actually peaceful- granted, he was saving HER a lot, but still, in violent ways. But she WAS definitely attracted to the hope of peace, you are quite right. So Niylah could just make O tea and put some easy listening on the radio, and knit them matching blankets or something. OH! She should crochet those ones our grandmas made 😀 I can picture this little Champion penthouse right now…
I still think Eden is part of the 4%! I will never give up on that, I swear it means something. There are so few throwaways on this showww. Except the Reapers, they quite literally threw the whole damn story arc away. Oopsie woopsie. I seriously don’t understand HOW that 4% happens though? I guess it’s probably just distance from nuclear reactors? And some weren’t hit as hard as others? OH! So Aaron Ginsburg (one of the writers) tweeted that they’re currently making the trailer. And then someone posted screenshots from the past two seasons, where the trailers both premiered in early December. So… we may have one soonish?
Yeah, I really think your mind uses that stuff to protect you! Like- I am a super anxious person in general, but when ACTUAL bad shit happens, I am creepily calm. I can focus on stuff and somehow manage, and I swear it’s some kind of survival mechanism. Brains are so damn interesting. You are SO right about families, too! Like- my brother does not read. Does he know how even? I don’t know. My parents DO read, but very different stuff. (Though I have gotten my mom hooked on a LOT of the series I love- she was legitimately pissed when her library didn’t have the last Knife of Never Letting Go, and she is super excited for Thunderhead to come out!) But like- my brother is into like, fixing cars and shit, and hunting, and fishing, and my dad could not be less like that. He was always VERY into sports and then more intellectual stuff. I think on some level my interests aligned with theirs more- even though I didn’t think so when I was younger. Like, my parents never swam, but I think just me being really into a sport was enough for my dad to latch onto. My mom was actually really good about my interests- she saw all The Hunger Games movies with me on opening night and stuff, so I think she really does try. I am sorry that your mom doesn’t. Because you’re right- it IS a good thing to have in your life. Anything that makes you happy and doesn’t harm anyone else is a win, in my opinion. Does your mom have interests of her own? I know that sounds weird but like- my mom didn’t, for a long time? Idk if it’s a generational difference or something, but it used to really upset me. Now that she’s older and retired and such, she has found stuff she loves and she seems SO much happier for it.
Blogging and conventions and stuff really are amazing. I really don’t understand what the hell people did before it! Like- when I was younger, I had a few friends who liked the same stuff I did, but that was it. Now, there are SO many people, and it seems easier that ever to connect with them. I mean, I think most of the people I initially talked to online, I have met in person, even- so it isn’t exclusively an internet thing. (I am giving you “A Look” right now, just an FYI.) OH and of course I will save you. When they ask me if they should sacrifice you or The 100, I’ll sadly explain that The 100 must go. I also won’t shoot at you in a bunker. Or lock you out of a bunker. Actually, come to think of it, that bunker is just a heap of trouble, everyone is best to just stay AWAY from the bunker. (The irony that neither Clarke NOR Bellamy ended up in it just tickles me, too. After all the drama ?)
I finished 12 Monkeys last night! I am so very sad. And also… a wee bit confused? Okay. SO. I knew that Olivia was up to some bullshit, obviously. But damn, I never expected her to be THAT level of insane. Here’s what I don’t get though: I DO understand her trying to take Athan’s place, but how was she The Witness all along? Athan was the one writing stuff, and telling Jennifer, etc. Right? And is he actually dead? Because that is sad. I was hoping that he and Jennifer could become a thing. I keep trying to play matchmaker with her but it isn’t working out. THOUGH! Deacon DID remember all the stuff she said to him, so maybe there is still hope there! Freaking Katarina though, she was straight up going to let Cassie kill Hannah! And I don’t know if that makes her more or less of a monster even!
It IS a Clarke decision. Maybe I have uncovered S5’s plot hahha. Seriously though, it’s different when it is abstract I think! Hence why Jaha wanted to save the 464 people that were in HIS physical presence, while O wanted to save those who were in hers. And then add in that it’s people you care about? Yeah, how could you kill them? Your mind would probably tell you that you don’t even know WHO those 2,000 other people are, maybe they kill babies and unicorns or whatever, so you’d better save the people you know hahah. Aw that Spock scene is sad! I was half expecting him to say “Ai gonplei ste odon” or “may we meet again” before whatever incarnation of Praimfaya he’s in killed him. It’s sad that his people had to helplessly watch him die, too. Also, I really never realized how huge this theme is- the whole sacrificing oneself, the few versus the many, the moral decisions. Love it though!
Ah that makes sense about Game of Thrones! It makes me want to read the books, actually, because at least in those 292938 pages, there is good character development. I will, if George ever finishes. Not until then. Finnick is the BEST. I think in Catching Fire (the movie), they don’t do his character justice. You’ll see- and you’ll love him. You also get a MUCH better look into the other tributes, especially in CF. Like- Katniss really only gets to “know” stuff about Rue and Thresh in THG, but in CF, she interacts with everyone, which you don’t get to see in the movie. Honestly, they should have made CF two movies too- there’s SO much content in the books. IMO, it’s stronger than THG. It IS nice to see the author having success! I saw that Six Wakes was one of the semifinalists in the Goodreads end of the year awards, so that is awesome for her! I have to look her up, add other stuff to my list!
I feel really bad for Clarke (fictional character notwithstanding)- she never gets a break. I mean, has to KILL her boyfriend, the lever, then the ALIE thing- would the average person even be able to handle all that? And then to be left behind while everyone else is okay and together? Damn. Including her souldude Bellamy. And you’re so right- after six YEARS how could the relationships not be stronger? Although Bellamy better keep the faith!!!! As for Niylah and O, aw that sounds so damn domestic. And kinda nice. Having some nice tea and doing some crocheting while O… um, practices her fighting skills? What does O do for downtime? Anything non- violent lol?
The 4% definitely has to mean something. And it could be distance from reactors, but what are the odds that the Eden patch just happens to be both where the temple/ bunker is and the only place Praimfaya doesn’t hit? Or – IS the temple in Eden? Or is Eden like close but not necessarily Polis? Is it closer to the island than to Polis? I guess we don’t know? And I am READY for the trailer, although it’s going to kill me too.
That is so cool you have that relationship with your mom. Mine’s funny, she has interests I guess but we’re pretty different. Same with my dad. But as different as we are, we’re still close, you know? We just don’t like any of the same stuff lol. She always wants to go see these feel good or Christian movies, and I’m more like into genre stuff, obviously. So if your mom went to see Hunger Games with you, that’s awesome! What’s funny is even though my mom is not into that stuff at all, when I was a kid stuff would come on HBO and she’s like sorta watch it and I think secretly she enjoyed it, even if she thought it was too violent or whatever. And oddly enough she does like action films! I just remembered that- she likes the whole spy/ shoot em up kinda shows. She comes over and has something for me to read, and she looks at my books laying around and I think she’s like WTF is he reading?? She definitely has concerns lol, and doesn’t understand the blog because why would I spend SO much time on it? You just have to roll with it. 🙂 And… I think it may be generational too. My mom’s retired now too and has found her niche, she reads her stuff and volunteers at a Christian radio station, but before that she didn’t have like a LOT of interests?
I think it’s so interesting though that we turn out sometimes completely unlike our parents, interest wise, even as we invariably carry something over from them, whether personality- wise or whatever. I mean my dad was into hunting and cars, my mom had no interest in genre, and look at me. Had a zillion comics, read voraciously, loved sci fi from an early age- where does that come from? It’s fascinating to think about.
Same here. I’ve never really been to a book show but I was a faithful GenCon attendee for quite a few years and I loved that feeling. The downtown is transformed into geek-a-rama and you can just wander the halls, the exhibit halls are like effing catnip, and it’s just like nothing else. I’m sure book shows have much of the same feeling. And meeting the peeps! Exactly! I still feel bad I missed you last time around. 🙁 But I will be hitting BEA or the library show or something one of these days, because I MUST. And I totally feel you on the friends thing. I had a small circle of people who liked the same stuff, but you didn’t wear Star Wars shirts to school and Marvel shit wasn’t mainstream, you know? I think it might be the best time ever to be alive if you like genre stuff???????
I think… the Witness thing has evolved over time in the writers room lol. Because Olivia as the Witness ALL ALONG does not really make sense. I rolled my eyes at that even though I kinda like it- it puts Olivia front and center and frankly I think she’s the best villain the show has, and maybe they realized that too. You can only go so far with Athan now that he’s turned good. It feels like they’re winging it to me, frankly. I love the show, but the writing on that point and also with Katarina chameleon- one minute she’s Cole’s surrogate mom, the next she’s like DIE COLE- I mean, come on. Consistency, people. So I have issues, but the thought of Olivia being the nemesis next season makes me all happy. 🙂 I also love that Jennifer is Primary- to me she’s the heart of the show. Obviously Cole has some critical role, but Jennifer does too I think. Like there’s obviously been other Primaries, but when Athan tells her that she matters, I almost think she’s like a super-Primary??
That Spock scene gets me every time. I mean it’s an old movie but I thought they nailed that. But then they have such history. Especially the way they tied it into the theme of the movie. It’s hard to hear but Spock asks him what Kirk thought of his solution to the Kobayashi Maru scenario, which is how the movie starts- Kirk is criticised in the beginning of the movie for cheating in a simulation where all appears lost, and his answer is he doesn’t believe in a no-win scenario. There’s always an answer. He reprogrammed the sim so he could win. But Spock’s death maybe means sometimes there isn’t? Or if there is it might entail huge sacrifice. So the Kobayashi Maru test as well as the needs of the few/ many are overarching themes of the movie. Good grief, listen to me. Fanboying over frickin star Trek. 🙂
Game of Thrones is a winner, but I totally get not wanting to start until he finishes. Because… he may not lol? Realistically. And Finnick appealed to me for some reason- him and cressida and a few others, wish I remembered the names- the cool thing will be if I am drawn to the same characters in the books! I’m so glad to finally be reading these. And cool about Six Wakes! Good for her. I think her Shambler’s Guide books look kinda cool too.
Soooo. Bad news first? Sure. The 100 is not in the mid-season lineup. We may have to wait until summer. And because of that little tidbit, speculation of cancellation is rampant, I think because pushing it to summer is basically the kiss kiss of death. I want to cry. I mean, I guess the only potentially “good” thing is that they’d know ahead of time? But either way, this is a bunch of bullshit.
Erm, okay, trying to move on ? So Clarke, yeah, I really do feel for her. Fictionally speaking hah. She’s really been through a lot- arguably more than anyone else, considering she’s spent 6 years alone. And I assume recovery from those Praimfaya burns was no picnic either ?. I don’t see Bellamy believing that Clarke is still alive after all that time. It’d be way too hard on him mentally, he’d almost have to give up, to mourn. But just think, he’ll be so happy to find out that she is! I hope O finds a hobby! She needs a break from the fighting at this point. Plus, she has people to take care of that for her now!
That’s a good point about Eden, we don’t have a clue where it is location wise. Clarke never said. I guess it’s definitely within driving distance to Polis since they tried to dig out the bunker? That doesn’t really narrow it down much though. Maybe there’s a REASON they’re being so secretive about it. Maybe the location means something!
I’m glad that you were able to have close relationships with your parents even though you didn’t really share interests. I still don’t talk to my dad a ton. The extent of our conversations are usually about what stupid political crap is going on. Or “hey Dad, how are you?” “Good, hang on, here’s your mother” ? But Mean, he’s there for me if I need him, so that’s a good thing. That’s funny about your mom and the books and movies and stuff! Maybe she DID like them and just didn’t want to admit it hahah. Maybe because of the violence, she thought she “shouldn’t”? Still, it’s cute! My mom was actually the same way about a LOT of my books- like, I had her read Unwind by Neal Shusterman, and she was convinced that there was something terribly wrong with both me AND Neal hahha. (She did, however, read the rest of the series 😀 ) That is exactly what happened with my mom! She didn’t do much at all before she retired, but now she does classes at a gym, took up piano lessons, sings in her church choir, travels, all kinds of junk. It’s nice, really, to think that they were able to find stuff they enjoy after all those years! And the personality/interest stuff IS fascinating! It’s that great nurture versus nature debate, but I sometimes feel it can be answered by neither! Just a random assortment of genetic code that makes us like the weird crap we like, you know?
The GenCon thing sounds so fun! What made you stop going? Book stuff is fun- BookCon was a lot like that, I think. Though I was so over the whole thing by the time BookCon rolled around, I went in straight up crappy clothes, took off my shoes, and sat on the floor like a hobo. I did NOT like BookCon. I was actually yelling and ranting into MY phone outside the hotel while a Property Brother (Idk which one, tbh) was ranting into HIS, and I feel a solidarity with those guys now. Like “wow, these celebrities were over it too!” hahha. It skewed VERY young, and i just didn’t have the energy or the patience, especially on the 4th day with a plane to catch. I still want to go to some kind of bigger one, like SDCC. Just for the experience.
Meeting people is better than even the books, honestly. You see someone’s name tag in a line, and it’s like “oh crap, I know them!”, which is really fun. Eh, no worries about last year! I wasn’t there that long anyway, and I was pretty cranky by the end (um, this seems to be a pattern with me…) because I was so tired. Next time, I will plan a longer trip, without conferences and such! PLUS, then it would have already happened, but instead, it’s something to look forward to! (Especially after you scared the shit out of me when I didn’t know if you were okay- makes it seem MORE important now, you know? 😀 )
I think Holly, Val, and I plan to go to ALA in June, in New Orleans. Not even because we care about books, but because… it’s New Orleans and we have all wanted to go there. Bucket list stuff. And then you know, pick up books in the process, win-win! I was so PISSED at BEA last year, and how awful they treated bloggers (and how they raised the prices by several hundred dollars) that I didn’t bother even though it isn’t far. And then after hearing how some people were treated, I don’t know if I will go back, unless things revert. But you need to go to one at some point in life, just to see what it’s all about for sure! It really is fun, and also, books.
It really IS the best time ever to be a fan of basically ANYTHING, I think. Like- I feel like when I was in high school and college, people were more judgy of like, ALL fandoms. Like you said, wearing any kind of merch would be a REAL no-no. Now I think it’s weird if people don’t have SOME thing that they really enjoy, so times have definitely changed for the better.
OH Olivia is definitely the best villain, no question! And I like that she will have such a central role. It does work. But the way they did it is weird. Is she going to be Cole’s mother somehow? His mom is clearly going to play a big part. And I still am certain that there’s something big with Cole’s eyes. I am glad that Athan did end up as a good guy- it wouldn’t have felt authentic for Cassie and Cole’s kid to be a flat out monster. So now that I am done, I did some googling, as you do, and apparently, they knew they wanted it to be 4 seasons for awhile now, so that makes me happy. They also say they knew the end since the start. Which… better be good, because I am over crappy finales. You’re right about Jennifer, too! I read that they said they could do NOTHING with the show until they cast Cole and Jennifer, because they were *that* important. So… that says a lot! I love her, too. She brings so much to the show. She’s fun, sure, but she also has so much heart! She MUST be some kind of super-Primary! Because why else could she know SO much more than everyone else? Wonder what that means with Olivia at the helm? And Katarina better get her shit together.
Aww that Star Trek stuff is really nice, I like how they bring the themes full circle like that! It WAS sad to watch, and I only know it on a VERY surface level. I also feel like The 100 stole a lot of its themes ?
He seriously may not finish! I mean, I get more worried every year that passes- for the fans like you who would be REALLLLY not okay if they were left unfinished. Finnick is just… he’s amazing. He does so much GOOD, and he gets nothing from it all, you know? Such a gut punch. Cressida isn’t *as* developed as Finnick, I think the movie did a pretty good job with her actually. But you get a bit more from the books, of course! I looked up The Shambling Guide, does sound good! The cover is VERY unfortunate though- looks like a middle grade cover gone bad hahah.
What??? Oh my gosh seriously? Pushing to summer – I thought ratings were good? That is seriously alarming. I can’t imagine waiting until summer, but to have it be a final season too? Noooooo…
Poor bellamy. The thought of leaving her behind, then the guilt he might feel if he goes Becho and then finds out Clarke’s alive. Agh they kills us on this show! And yeah IDK where the fuck Eden is lol but I can’t wait to find out, and I’d love it if it has some connection to Becca/ the temple/ whatever.
I think you might be right. There’s nature vs nurture but is there something else as well? I suspect there may be. Why else would I randomly pick a certain genre or interest when neither parent shares that interest or exposes you to it, much? So fascinating to think about. It’s like I walked into a bookstore and SF/F was my jam from like earliest childhood- how does that happen? Glad it did tho. And I had to laugh at “Good. Hang on. Here’s your mother.” Sounds like my dad, he was like that too. 🙂
I stopped going to GenCon mainly due to finances- things got tight for a few years there and it was a way to save money. Me and some guys would go and split the room but when we all didn’t go or schedules didn’t work, I fell out of the habit. I’m seriously thinking of going next year though, it would be nice to get back. And I don’t game much anymore so that was part of it too. Bookcon sounded fun but I saw a lot of negative feedback, so clearly you weren’t alone. Isn’t that the general public event they tacked onto BEA?
I can totally see that. It would be awesome. And ha ha yes I feel awful about not keeping updated, it occurred to me that after updating Twitter and then going silent for days that that might not have been good! I can totally see being worn out at the end of a trip like that, it would be exhausting? I remember coming home from Gencon and wanting serious downtime, that first day back at work SUCKED lol.
ALA sounds nice. I assume there’s separate pricing and whatnot if you’re not a librarian? And yeah BEA did a number on bloggers last year, from what I heard. Sad. Did they just want like “top” bloggers in terms of numbers or visibility, or were they just purging that element of the show in general? Hopefully they do revert because it sounds like inclusiveness would be better, even if there were a few bad apples so to speak with all the knife fights in ARC lines or whatever ha ha. Assuming that’s what they were responding to, or if BEA just decided bloggers weren’t welcome at their posh event? 🙂
Good point about Cole’s eyes! Why does Jen call him otter eyes all the frickin time? I hope Olivia’s not his mom though, that would be too far for me. And I am hoping for a stellar finale. Orphan Black I felt fumbled a little after a great start, and I hope 12 Monkeys avoids that. I think that Jennifer sometimes disappears for a while from the show, but in the background it’s understood that she’s important. I hope the new season focuses a lot on her and Olivia. If Jennifer could clear her head she probably has all the answers. And ditto on Katarina!
Star Trek II:The Wrath of Khan is a classic. Most of the Star Trek movies were crap, in my view, but that one’s probably the best.
Didn’t Finnick die from the crazy hunter dogs? I’m trying to remember but being PISSED at his death. The Shambling Guide covers are bad, unfortunately. And Game of Thrones I honestly despair of ever being finished. He MIGHT get the next book out, but the seventh… looks unlikely. And since he’s said he won’t let anyone else finish it from his notes or whatever, it raises the question of whether we would EVER get all the answers. Which is his right, I guess, but after devoting so much time to the books and to theories, it’s be nice to know, you know??
The other really disturbing thing is, this is the last year of the Unity Days event in Vancouver. Which… I don’t know what/if anything that means. (I am also actually pausing this so I can check for more news later. This is not the most convenient way to talk, because I have to keep remembering all the things I wanted to say ?) It’s ratings are… CW-good? Like, they *should* keep it around, but there’s this whole… well hold on, I’ll just find the article I read. http://www.tvgrimreaper.com/2017/10/23/week-5-predictions-themayor-likely-canceled/3061/
Obviously that doesn’t mean it’s definitely going to happen or anything, but this just adds more doubt. But then the fact that there is a trailer, which keeps being teased as “coming soon”… I wonder if they’d really be doing a trailer relatively soon if we had to wait til late March-June? (So much speculation, zero facts hahah.)
I think Bellamy WILL feel a lot of guilt! Like- no matter what, almost? Since she’s been so alone, and no one has contacted her- no one even thinks she’s alive, etc. I HOPE he feels guilt, honestly. Seems inauthentic if he doesn’t. Ooooh I like the Becca connection theory! I am hoping it’s somewhere we haven’t seen before, but then… I do love the idea of Becca. Hmmmm.
YES exactly! Like- how do you become interested in stuff even?! Like you said, if NO ONE in your life is interested in it, how does it even cross our radars? I remember with swimming, my dad saw an ad in the newspaper haha. That is the only reason I ever considered it. So who knows, maybe just random dumb luck plays a bit part, too! Did you just somehow naturally gravitate toward SF/F as a kid? It’s so funny how it happens! Speaking of the dad thing, my dad literally answered the phone with “hold on” today. That was it ?Then my mom said hello. She probably made him answer her phone, I can think of NO other reason for it hahha.
AH, that makes sense about GenCon. Money sucks. And those things basically devour money. Like- even if the admission prices aren’t terrible, it’s still so much for hotels, food, endless coffee (maybe that is just me, I straight up spent more time- and probably money- at Starbucks than at the actual conferences, oops?) getting there, etc. And yeah- BookCon is for any fool off the street who wants to go. They don’t do a ton of ARC drops, and you have to wait in endless lines if you even want a *chance* to see an author. I remember in Chicago, my roommates got up at 6am to get in line. My happy ass slept until 11, and I have NO regrets. I meandered down, saw the complete clusterfuck that was happening in front of me, and went back to Starbucks. The only good part was, the publishers remembered who had been there from BEA, and were a little sympathetic toward us, it seemed. I also heard it was MUCH better in New York, so take my experience for what it’s worth. But no one I talked to who went in Chicago would ever go back.
I fully recommend ALA though. It’s so chill, so easy to talk to people, just a nice vibe all around. And you actually get to communicate with publishers, as opposed to a mad stampede to grab books. I think the mid-winter one (which I DID actually prefer) is in Denver this year (which… why? Why have a conference in DENVER, in January? Makes no sense to me, but whatever) and then in New Orleans in June. There is separate pricing, but here’s the kicker: It’s actually CHEAPER for non-librarians, because you don’t get access to their private meetings. Which, fine, I don;t need to intrude in someone’s meetings hah. It was $60 at mid-winter, but the annual one was $75. Still very reasonable, IMO. As for BEA, their official line was some bullshit about it wanting to be more “professional”. Do you remember that girl Jessica, from Cr*ssroad Reviews? (Literally don’t trust her to not look herself up, she is seriously a deranged person.) Well- in Chicago in 2016, she and about 4 of her friends (not book people even, just randos that she called her “co-bloggers”) show up with her KIDS in tow. Now, kids are NOT allowed, because who the hell wants kids at a book conference? People DO break the rules, which I think is crappy, but this… this was extra. She had asked for a wheelchair because she was disabled, she claimed. Then she used the wheelchair to stack books on. She, her friends, and HER KIDS would all take copies of the book- it was so gross, they had like, 7 copies of every book. And publishers were pissed, of course, but what could they say? I mostly felt bad for the kids, because who uses their kids as pawns to get ARCs!? Now, Idk if you heard about her, but she is the one who was scamming people on Twitter for books. THEN, as happens after EVERY conference, some jerks sold books on ebay. (I don’t think it was her even, because people do it every year). So I think it was just a perfect storm, and since everyone KNEW she was a blogger, it kind of portrayed all bloggers in a really awful light. I don’t know exactly what happened in regards to “big” bloggers- pretty much everyone I know was denied a press pass, even people who got them before (me included, which I won’t lie, I was salty about because I did exactly what I SAID I would do as Press so… come on!) Then there was a lot of confusion at the actual event, and people were mad, so… who knows. Also, sorry, that was a LONG story ?
And no no no no no, you have nothing to feel bad about! Your ONLY job was to get better. Mission accomplished 😀 I mean, my logical brain said the right things, like “heart surgery is a big deal, recovery takes time” and “most people don’t jump on Twitter five minutes after having a major operation” but… you know the little asshole part of brains that yells “DOOOOM” at you from the back of your mind? Yeah, that part wouldn’t leave me the hell alone 🙂
UGH the whole “back to work” after an event like that is the worst! Because all you want/need is a break from the super busy event you just came from! Honestly, that should be built into any and all vacations haha) I think part of it for me was that I drove straight, didn’t stop, then went RIGHT to the conference. And knew I had to drive all the way back super soon, and then right back to the grind. I am NOT planning anything like that agaiN! I’ll have to make sure to implement some recovery time. I am getting the travel itch again- I love to go places so much. I don’t even know why, it just feel so… freeing I guess. And maybe adventurous. Do you enjoy it?
Okay, I literally just googled otters because… seriously, WHY? I mean, the actual eyes of otters appear to be like most other animal eyes? Round and black? I don’t want to dig *too* much though, because I am afraid of spoilers ha! You know, I now need to rewatch it, because I saw an article about how many little things are noticeable the second time around. Maybe closer to when S4 comes out! I think Orphan Black did too. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I still really liked it, but it got WAYYY too ambitious for the small number of episodes. I think 12 Monkeys ending after S4 might actually not be a bad thing, considering how the story works. How much can you really tell about this ONE central mystery?
Um confession time: I had NO IDEA that Star Trek was a movie too? In my head, the only way I differentiated Trek and Wars was that I thought Trek was TV, and Wars was movies, and also William Shatner. I know, I am a disappointment ?
Finnick died from the lizard mutts! The white ones who walked upright and whispered “Katnisssssss” and then ate people. It was hard to tell what they were in the movie though honestly. Though the movie DID handle his death well, I think the book gives you a little more in terms of the reaction to it. But yeah, if you ask me, his death is the WORST of any in the whole series. I sobbed when he died. Prim’s seemed so much less harsh by comparison, is that awful? DAMN are you serious!? I had always kind of held out hope that even if he didn’t finish, someone else could, but shit. I mean, it IS his right to never finish, but the fans also made his career possible, so… it’s a pretty shitty thing to do to them.
OH! I started Riverdale! I didn’t watch much because I’ve been sick, but I have some first impressions. So… am I really supposed to believe that these people are 15? They look about as close to 15 as I do ? But I am also intrigued! It feels to me like Dawson’s Creek + Mystery – John Green. Like- the kids on Dawson’s were so damn pretentious like a John Green character, so at least these Riverdale kids seem more…. “normal” hah. But Dawson’s had the rich, mysterious NYC transplant, the male student-female teacher romance, AND the unrequited love storyline so it made me chuckle!
I’m kinda stunned. I assumed The 100 was a keeper- this again just irritates the shit out of me, after what SyFy did to Dark Matter. Just when a show gets going, they pull the plug. Especially if ratings aren’t bad? What’s the issue CW? That article though makes it a *gulp* 45% renewal chance?? Likely cancellation?? Ye gads… when people say I’m praying for you and a quick recovery I’m just going to redirect them to pray for the 100 renewal lol. Okay I shouldn’t joke about that but yeesh…
I DID naturally gravitate towards SF/F. The earliest things I remember reading were stuff like that and mysteries- we used to go to this department store and they had a book section, and I’d go in there and the Agatha Christie’s and SF stuff also drew my attention. Course I read Hardy Boys and some Nancy Drews too. It is funny how that happens! And that’s interesting about your swiming and the newspaper ad . Maybe it is just randomness sometimes!
That’s a shame about Bookcon. And best avoided, apparently. 🙂 Although I do remember reading bloggers’ thoughts on Chicago and it did sound particularly bad there. That would have been a good show for me to go to since I’m close, NY is a lot farther, but the timing didn’t work. That sucked. And I’m with you on sleeping in. The first GenCon I ever went to I had to be up at like 8am couldn’t wait to get there and see everything. After that I slept in and got there fucking whatever. 🙂
ALA sounds nice, I’m pretty sure that’s the one I’d go to if it gets close to me. Denver in winter? Yeah crazy. I love the chill sound of it. I do remember her now, yes, I remember the controversy and since I’m sporadic on Twitter I think I missed a lot of it, but that all rings a bell. What a whackjob. Using your kids like that… no. It’s fucking awful that BEA whacked almost all bloggers because of that, but I can kinda see that overreaction if the publishers went ballistic. They want to keep those people happy obviously. I hope they reconsider things- does anyone know if they’re doing the same this year?
Ha that made me laugh. 🙂 So true- it’s like yeah they’re probably okay after all but WTF update us!!! lol. Human nature. 🙂 I appreciate the sentiment though- I mean seriously, the well wishes from blogger friends has been amazing and even more so given that a few short years ago I didn’t know ANYONE in this community. And people like yourself who are the bomb. 🙂
I hear you. Towards the end I always requested an extra day off, like the Monday after, because I needed that time to decompress. And I do like the traveling, although maybe not as much as when I was younger. GenCon’s been in Indy for quite a few years now and that’s not bad, a nice little road trip. But I do love seeing new areas. And one of my favorite things about GenCon was the way it takes the city over. It’s a game convention so you see people cosplaying and dressed as elves and shit, and they go to restaurants and bars that way, walking down the street all day mixed in with the usual business people- it’s fucking awesome! Some of the bars adapt their menus to accomodate the gaming themes- pretty cool. Just talking about it makes me want to go back!
That’s a good point. 4 seasons might be enough, because how much time traveling / changing things can you really do before the timestream is all fucked up? And go out on a creative high, don’t drag it out just to drag it out. That’s what burns me about The 100 if they do cancel- I feel like that show has a LOT of story to tell yet, I mean unlike 12 Monkeys that could go on for a WHILE, there’s no shortage of challenges when repopulating a post apoc world.
Ha ha that’s funny. Trek was TV but then they did like a dozen or so movies, I don’t know I guess they still are, I haven’t seen the last few. JJ Abrams rebooted the franchise and I was like fuck him. He took that death of Spock scene and redid it I guess with Kirk being the one dying, but otherwise same scene- I heard about it and was like, no. Hard pass. Fucking little twerp. But then he fucked over the Star Wars Force Awakens too, although I may be in the minority on that. Clearly I’m not a fan!
That’s what I thought, those lizard things. they were nasty! I will dread his death all the way along but will enjoy his character while it lasts! And who knows, Martin may reconsider, or his wife maybe would release some notes in some form or maybe pass along the ending so fans can know, but who knows? It is a concern. And we’ll have some indication of the ending because of the show- the showrunners have been told the ending and we’re coming up on the last season, so even though they’re doing things a lot differently, we’ll get the broad strokes of the ending anyway. And speaking of… if you ever read GoT holy smokes would there be stuff to talk about! Ha ha that series is intense (but oh so fucking long, so I understand).
Yay Riverdale! Yes the show is ridiculous, let’s get that right out of the way! And I know right, high school age? Please… I never saw Dawson’s Creek but I’ve heard it compared to that before, so it seems appropriate. Archie I’m not a big fan of mostly because of his idiot decisions, but I like Jughead and Betty a lot. And Cheryl’s a riot. I hope you like it. It’s fun in a batshit way. And series 2 right now is getting dark, fuck! Can’t believe where they’re going there. And oh no you’re sick? I hope you feel better! Remember lots of water, chicken noodle soup and lots of Netflix- the three keys to wellness. 🙂 Oh and I’ll send you some Norco, you’ll feel much better *smirk* Although TBH they haven’t really made me feel “happy” at all, so I’m exaggerating a bit, but they do kill pain pretty good…
I agree completely. I don’t get it. Like- sure if the ratings were in the toilet, okay, fine. But it’s got to be at least their 3rd most popular show, right? With a pretty die-hard fanbase. Unless there is some other reason behind it but… that doesn’t even seem likely, because they’d planned all along for it to be mid-season, started writing and filming for it to be mid-season. The thing that confuses me the most is that Jason made that huge deal with WB, you’d think they’d want to treat him a little better? At least keep him in the loop? Because over the summer he said there was NO indication that this would be the last season. Who knows, I just wish they’d tell us SOMETHING at this point. It’s kind of rude.
I used to have myself convinced that I didn’t like sci-fi, or fantasy, OR mystery. I have no idea why, it isn’t like I ever tried them, I just said I didn’t like them. When I was young, I loved The Baby-Sitters Club, and one of the girls was obsessed with Nancy Drew. So I bought a few old Nancy Drew books at a library sale but I never read them hahah. Ironically enough, The Baby-Sitters Club had a spinoff Mystery Series, and I loved those. That should have been a clue that I was wrong about my supposed preferences. I am starting to think that at least a pretty decent percentage of our interests are products of random circumstance.
Yeah, I DID hear that this particular BookCon was the worst it had ever been. And honestly, BEA in Chicago in general wasn’t as good as in New York, which is sad, because I like Chicago as a city- just not as a conference location, I suppose. It just went more smoothly in NYC, which is funny, because it was also much more crowded! It sucks because if you can’t make that ONE week, then you have to wait years before it comes back around again. Or go to New York, I guess hahah. I also that year accidentally slept through everyone leaving- this is straight up something I can NEVER do, but I took a literal fistful of Tylenol PM in the middle of the night, and I guess it just knocked me out? And missed seeing Ann M. Martin (funnily enough, the author of the aforementioned Baby-Sitter’s Club) and was so bummed. Had Val not called me and woke me up, I think I would have missed the whole morninG! WHY do they start this shit so early? I mean, especially a gaming convention, I really don’t feel like gamers have notoriety as morning people? ?I blame all the damn teachers and librarians for the bookish ones- those people are wayyy too damn chipper in the mornings.
You wouldn’t go to any of the randomly located ALAs? I seriously think the locations are half the fun- but of course I also get that it’s harder to get to those places, too! I think a city like Atlanta worked so well because it’s an airport hub, I have no idea what the draw of freaking Colorado in the dead of winter is. Even the people IN Denver won’t want to go ? I think that the Jessica thing was such a mess because it was so OBVIOUS, you know? She didn’t try to hide it, she was totally unprofessional. Like, sure they DO see people doing shady stuff with books after the fact, but it’s never been clear who DID that stuff before. She made herself into the perfect scapegoat. It’s good that you missed the drama. It isn’t even entertaining drama, it’s just sad. I mean- I know I am extra salty because I was scammed by her, AND I had been warned. But naive old me, I was like “nooo I am sure no one is THAT awful, why would anyone do that? Maybe she’s changed!” Yeah no she has most definitely NOT changed hahah. OH and as far as I can tell, the publishers actually LIKE having bloggers there! I mean, why else would they have special blogger parties and such? I think some of the book sellers might not like us because we don’t really help THEM? But like… so what? We don’t take spots away from anyone else, it’s not like there are people clamoring to get into BEA, you know? I DO hope that things will revert back, but I also think the group in charge at the moment simply doesn’t care for bloggers, so I guess we’ll have to see!
I am so glad that people have been so supportive, that is really nice! And must be a very nice feeling, too, to know that so many people care!! And YES- you basically have to take the Monday after off. I do agree that I want to travel…. differently now than I did years ago? Like, I appreciate flying more I think hahah. The driving takes a bigger toll on me now- like, I used to just be jumping in my car, going wherever. I had a friend from high school who moved to North Carolina, and I would literally just leave on a Friday after class, get there in the middle of the night, stay til Sunday morning, and somehow function again the next week. On my way home from Michigan last year, I couldn’t stay awake and had to just keep pulling over and downing coffee after coffee hah. I even took a nap at a rest stop in Ohio, which is something I have NEVER done before. The GenCon thing DOES sound really fun! I love the idea of people wearing their costumes everywhere, not just to the event itself! Probably creates such a fun feeling of camaraderie. I want to go somewhere where I can be someone from The 100, while it is still a relevant “thing”. I missed my chance with The Hunger Games, and that makes me sad!
YES- some shows have stories that CAN be told in 4 seasons (like I think 12 Monkeys can) and some shows just cannot, like The 100. At least, not in the direction they’ve taken it? Maybe before, before the time jump, I could have seen it. But they literally just restarted the whole show! And for what, if it is cancelled?!
So wait- this dude basically rewrote the story!? A story that a LOT of people love and wanted to stay true to its canon? WHY? I mean, I know the answer, it’s money. But it seems stupid. What did he do to Star Wars? Honestly, he sounds like a real damn narcissist to go and change these stories that people love because he thinks “his way” his better.
HA I bet Martin’s wife thinks he is a real piece of work. She probably pats him on the head and tells him she supports him while thinking “sure, sucker, I am selling this shit the minute you keel over”- not in a malicious way even, just in a “your fans deserve this” way. George doesn’t even seem like a bad dude, just… stubborn maybe hah. I really DO want to read the books- I even think about starting them every so often (I have the first two, actually!) but… I’m afraid.
Ah, Dawson’s Creek, the ultimate in teen 90s drama. It was so ridiculous but I loved it. I can’t decide what I think of most of the characters yet, since I am only on S3, but I like Betty so far, her gay friend whose name I swear they rarely mention, and Jughead because he seems levelheaded. I am on the fence about Veronica, because I want to like her but I don’t trust her. And Cheryl seems like a real piece of work, but I LOVE her hair. Also, was she in love with her brother, because it’s creeping me out? As for Archie… Ummm this Archie dude is a REAL piece of work. Like, not only does he reject Betty and break her heart, but he gives her the shittiest excuse of ever. “I’m not good enough for you, Betty”. Fuck you, dude, let BETTY decide who’s good enough for her, or just tell her the damn truth! I have no time for this moron. Plus, like he’s the only person who ever played a sport AND write music? Cry me a river, asshole. And why is Betty’s mom such a piece of crap? Why is her dad with her?! I have so many questions. Damn. You’re right- This is such garbage but I can’t stop watching ? I’m also finally watching The Handmaid’s Tale, and damn, it’s so dark and awful but so good. I have taken your advice and have been basically just reading and watching stuff whenever I can. So thanks, and thanks for the well wishes ? Just a respiratory thing, nothing too bad, it’s just lingering. Do the Norco help you sleep? If so, I will take them 😉 That is my biggest issue at the moment. I am SO glad that they help with the pain though. Sometimes I feel like the shit they give after surgery just doesn’t work. Like the stupid percocet, I’m like… these are literally just glorified Tylenol and I don’t have time for this. So yeah, I am VERY glad yours do work!
Hmm. that’s interesting about the WB thing. I assume then they own the CW? I wonder if his deal was for other stuff and they’re just now hinting that The 100 is going away- but no, that probably doesn’t make sense either. Geez how the fuck is this going to shake out? I am now officially worried. :(:(((
I think it happens with interests. And yeah sometimes we just decide later we DO like something, or our tastes change. After reading early mysteries like Hardy Boys/ Nancy Drew I didn’t touch mysteries again until recently, now that I’m a blogger and have discovered the psychological thrillers and whatnot. So yeah… and I see the Baby Sitters Club and stuff like that, Box Car Kids, mentioned a LOT by people as early influences. I think it must be the combo of kids having freedom to explore and a mystery to unravel, with minimal parental involvement, gives kids that sense of freedom? IDK.
I’ve never been to a show in Chicago although I’ve considered going to C2E2 there, since they have it there every year. Plus I have a buddy in Chicago and thought he’s like it too, but we never made it happen. I guess it’s at McCormick Place in Chicago- is that where BEA was? Also… I see that the organizers have listed Bookcon as one of the other shows they run, among others, so… maybe they suck? lol. Hmm…
That’s funny (well, not funny, but you know) about the sleeping too late thing! And you’re so right about gamers- NOT morning people, in my experience. When we used to play in high school or college the birds would be chirping as we finished the game, and we’d crash or call in sick or what have you. Then we’d play more all night again… a very mature bunch we were, let me tell you. And GenCon is like a place where you can literally game all night, the conference center stays open and it’s a 24 hour thing. Plus there are games in hotels and whatnot. It sounds actually a little different from the book shows, but I still think those would be fun too, if not perhaps as geeky. 🙂
I would actually go to an ALA if the location was good. Like Indy I would love to see them go there although I’m biased ha ha, but the facilities are nice and I know the area thanks to GenCon. If it’s close I’d definitely go! Atlanta might be kinda far for me but I’ve always wanted to go to DragonCon there. And I’m not a , um, enthusiastic flier? I know, I know. I’ll fly if I have to but if it’s within driving distance Greg is much happier. It’s one of those irrational things. I think I’ll check their website though and look at future locations, because I can totally see doing ALA. Do any of the approximately 42 male book bloggers go lol? I wouldn’t want to be the only guy there people would be like what is that?? Intruder alert *snort*
That sucks about BEA, I’m with you- hopefully it changes. Because yeah I think bloggers are important- the authors wouldn’t be thanking bloggers in their acknowledgements if they weren’t having an impact…
It IS nice to know that people care, so true! And oh now I see your thoughts on driving vs flying ha ha. I get that though, even though I’m not a happy flier I agree driving can take such a toll. I mean it’s not like when you’re 20 and can function on no sleep for days. Sounds like a tough drive back from Michigan, but you know that’s no picnic, that’s quite a ways, especially after going to the conference, so I can totally relate. Glad you made it back okay, it’s scary when you’re nodding off at the wheel and you.just.need.sleep and you’re in the middle of nowhere! And yes there NEEDS to be a 100 event – all the cosplay would be fabulous!
Yeah JJ Abrams rebooted Star Trek with new actors playing the old characters (Spock, Kirk, etc) so it’s like an alternate timeline or reality I guess, and then he did his own take with the same villains like Khan. So when it was time for Spock to die it was Kirk instead. Why? No idea. Turned off a lot of fans, but then lotsa people liked it too I guess, so it depends who you talk to. My bigger issue (because even with al the fanboying I’m not THAT into Star Trek) was Star Wars the Force awakens, because that movie… felt a lot like the original SW movie, down to some of the plot beats. Plus I just thought it sucked. But again lots of people liked TFA, and were probably happy Abrams got selected to do Star Wars IX. Not me though…
Yeah I like Martin, I met him once at a signing in Detroit, nice guy. He’s just the way he is. *sigh* and I think I (and many fans) forgive a lot because we love the books. I mean most authors I don’t think would get away with the shit he pulls (his publishers must be SO pissed at his years-long delays, but what are they gonna do? Drop him?Not likely, since the books will sell a gajillion copies when they DO come out, eventually). And I actually feel for the guy- I mean imagine the stress he must be under. The biggest series in the world maybe, HBO is passing him so his ending will be revealed first NOT in the books- it’s his own fault but the stress must be tremendous.
Jughead’s great, Betty’s kinda awesome too, and I am not a fan of veronica. Just am not. Kevin is the gay guy and he’s cool. Cheryl lol is the BEST and I think they wanted people to think she was in love with Jason- and she may have, they never definitely answer that. At least not as of yet. Archie is a dufus, no doubt. And I have to say I kinda *hides* like Betty’s mom? I mean yeah she’s a wench but I like some of her lines. The one where she jokes about the Blossoms belonging to some pagan cult worshiping strange gods cracked me up, because the showrunner keeps hinting he’ll introduce supernatural elements into the show (and in S2 it’s getting even more that way). Plus her name is Alice Cooper which reminds me of the singer. So I kinda like her. 🙂
The Norco’s dull pain but at least for me they haven’t really made me sleepy. they might some people though. And the Norco are basically super Tylenol too from what I can tell, although they have hydrocodone (whatever that is- an opiate I guess?). But they’ve worked for me. The nice thing (if there is one) about this surgery was yeah there’s pain, but it’s like a dull ache, or a super tightness, it hasn’t generally been sharp or shooting pains, the kind where you wanna die, so that at least is a plus. And I hope you feel better soon! I am seriously thinking of getting that Hulu trial, BTW, because I wanna try the new Runaways show.
Yep, Warner Brothers owns The CW. In fact, it used to be called The WB back in the day, like when Dawson’s and 7th Heaven and crap like that were on the air hahah. A lot of people seem to think what you said- that his deal is for new stuff, and The 100 will be ending, hence the need for a new contract- but it still doesn’t make sense. Why all the shadiness if they’re just going to end it? Just… end it. Why the dragging out? I really hope we get news soon. I am not very patient hah.
I just googled C2E2, that does sound fun! Yep, all the book events are at McCormick Place, too. It isn’t my fave, honestly. The Javits Center in NY was so much nicer, and better equipped (i.e., more than one coffee place hah). And like, McCormick isn’t a bad place by any means, parking is certainly more convenient than NY, I just have never loved being in that damn building, and I don’t know why? I even liked the conference center in Atlanta better, though protip to those guys: don’t schedule book conventions on the same day as NFL playoff games when the two SHARE the convention center area. And YES- the organizers of BEA are honestly the biggest problem! They are so UNorganized and it’s like…. hi, your WHOLE JOB is to be organized. Like- after they rejected basically everyone for press passes, they sent us all an email the day before the event that told us to pick up our press passes. So someone emailed them back and they were like “no just kidding, oopsie” THEN after the event, they sent us all certificates of attendance… but NO ONE WAS THERE. It was such a mess!
I mean, in hindsight the sleeping in thing is kind of funny. Unless Ann M. Martin dies or something before I meet her, then it is no longer funny 😉 I agree about the gaming in the night thing, and I was definitely never a gamer- but the games I DID play were always at night. You can definitely laugh at me, but when I was like, Idk, 12, 13, my friend and I would have sleepovers where we would do nothing but play Sonic the Hedgehog 2 ALL NIGHT. Like we slept zero minutes. As you do. And we were AWFUL at it, but my point is, I don;t even think it’s only serious gamers who find nighttime to be the better option hahha. I love that you just didn’t go to class and such after playing games! I used to do that with my best friend in high school. After swim season was over (of course) we would go to our summer team’s morning practice, and then just go back to my house, skip school, and eat brownies all day and watch shitty daytime TV. Then nap. Like literally every Friday of my senior year after regular swim season ended. I mean- at least you were playing games! She and I were just…. being lazy 😀
I think the book conferences ARE sadly a little less geeky? I almost wish there was more of that at book conferences, because it sounds really fun! Though I guess reading in a hotel would be infinitely more dull than playing games with people in one!
Did you look up the future ALA locations? I did. It seems like they won’t be in your area again until 2020. Idk where BEA 2019 will be, seems like no one knows from my search, but it’s in NY again in 2018. I mean, do you REALLY want to wait 3 years? You could come to New Orleans instead! Just think, they have frozen alcoholic drinks that you can just walk around town with, you can go on like, ghost tours (not that I believe in ghosts, but it sounds fun regardless), and other bloggers will be there (I almost said “MEEE” but then that sounded a bit… egomaniacal. But then I told you anyway so who knows what that says about me ?) I know Holly was afraid to fly the first time she did BEA in NY, so she took a bus. Which sounds awful, but it’s an option I suppose. And trains. HA no, there are definitely plenty of guys there, though I think you are being VERY generous in saying that there’s 42 male book bloggers ? I HAVE seen some of the other ones there though, I recognized their blog names. And there are just a lot of men around in general- like, in publishing booths, librarians, educators, book sellers, booktubers, authors, etc. It’s actually a lot more even than I expected it to be, so no, no one would be spraying you with pepper spray for walking in the door bwhahah.
I actually waffle on the driving versus flying thing. Because both have distinct advantages and disadvantages. With bookish stuff, driving IS better simply because you get to drag all your books in your own car rather than trying to figure out how the hell to get them home. Plus there’s just the freedom in general. At ALA in Atlanta, I got stuck at the airport for a full day because of the damn rain. Like, if I drove, that obviously wouldn’t have been an issue. But then flying is weird too. You’re shoved into seats next to some rando, and if you need a bathroom your choice is literally a flying port-a-potty and that is IT. All the baggage restrictions, and the TIME wasted, and it’s expensive! If I do go to New Orleans, I’d have to fly- it’s a 19 hour drive and that would be flat out ridiculous hahah. The nice thing about Chicago was that I had a choice, at least. Honestly, I think my exhaustion on the way back from Michigan was my fault- I barely slept the whole weekend, and then got up REALLY early to go back. That was silly. I should have slept more- especially since I wasted so much time stopping!
I googled JJ Abrams just to see if I’d seen any of his shit- since I knew I hadn’t seen the Star Trek OR the Star Wars haha- and fun fact: He created Felicity! You know, the late 90s show about a young woman starting college across the country? I died. Because seriously, how is this guy going from Star Wars to…. weird college love triangle? ? It’s great- you’ve got stuff like Lost, Alias, Mission: Impossible, Armageddon, Revolution, and…. FELICITY bwhahahha. I am getting more of a kick out of this than I should. I just don’t get WHY the Trek/Wars stuff needs to be redone so often? Like- I guess a lot of the fans don’t mind, but it would kind of piss me off? It isn’t like they waited a long time either before redoing everything, right? It’d be perplexing, if we didn’t know that it was ALL in the name of money.
I agree with you about Martin being under a lot of pressure. And you know how it works- the more people clamor for the book, the more intense the pressure, so the harder to write. I assume it’s a pretty viscous cycle. And I almost wonder too if the publishers WERE tougher, maybe it would help him to get it together a little faster? But yeah, they definitely won’t, because he can get away with anything.
I am a bit worried about Veronica! Will she do something that will make me hate her? Sad. I wanted to like her, mostly because I don’t want her to be the stereotypical “bitchy girl” to Betty’s “nice girl”. I like Kevin, he’s funny! And Cheryl, I still don’t know what to make of her- especially when she was slut-shaming other girls. Not cool, Cheryl. Oh Betty’s mom made me laugh, but I also think she is a little… over the top? I did NOT know that her name was Alice Cooper though, that is funny! The names on this show are beyond ridiculous. Are they all from the comics?
Ah yeah, that makes sense. I am just glad they work for you! A dull pain you can probably at least mostly live with, but if you felt like someone was stabbing you on the regular… well then probably not so much! You should get a Hulu trial! I actually kept mine after it expired, despite my saltiness over not being able to find 12 Monkeys. I figure I might as well watch some stuff while I have a cheaper rate (some introductory thing) and then I can always cancel later! I do not know what Runaways is, I will have to look it up!
Ah the WB, I remember that! Never watched it I don’t think. In fact I think The 100 is what turned me on to the CW although I did binge Arrow and Flash briefly when I first got Netflix, before I tired of that nonsense. But I went to the 100 reddit looking for answers and didn’t find much- there was surprisingly little discussion of the renewal thing, although maybe I wasn’t looking in th right places. I hope they tell us something soon…
C2E2 does sound fun! I’d be geeked if they had 100 programming. And that’s good to know about McCormick. And speaking of sharing the con center- YES! A few years back GenCon was the same weekend as a Colts game, and I guess there were some issues with Colts fans razzing some of the con attendees. I mean cosplay and the NFL probably don’t mix lol. And oh my gosh, seriously?? BEA did that? Wow, that’s pretty… not with it. 🙁
I think there’s something about nighttime and being young, you’re just wired at that age to stay up late?? IDK. But yes it was hilarious we’d reach a point where we knew fuck it, we’re not getting any sleep and we’re in the middle of a game, we’ll just call in sick lol. Good times. 🙂 And Sonic the Hedgehog sounds pretty damn fun, actually. Just sayin. 🙂
I did look at ALA locations and was a little bummed to see the same thing. Like I think they’re in Indy in 2020? I can definitely o that, would love for it to be there. But you’re right, it’s a ways off too. New Orleans huh? That would be a rad city to visit, and frozen drinks *ears perk up* plus cool blogger friends? Hmmm I’m tempted. A train to New Orleans? That sounds like a bad YA plot doesn’t it?? But it might be fun, I’ve always wanted to travel by train somewhere fun. I think I have GenCon ( last year was the 50th anniversary and I guess it was HUGE), but man NO does sound like a heckuva good location and then we could actually say hey how are ya *meets in person finally* I’ve never been to NO either, now I’m very tempted… are you guys definitely going?
lol about the pepper spray. That’s good to know though, and yes 42 might be exaggerating a bit!
OK I just looked again and it’s 2021 for Indy and Chicago. Yikes too far away. 2020 is Philly though? I guess that’s in your neck of the woods? I imagine Philly’s a good convention town?
Yeah flying kinda sucks but sometimes the drive is just too damn long. I actually kind of like the train idea, even though that probably has issues too, but I’m going to look into it. And I give you props for making that drive, because I remember going to Cleveland once driving at night and I thought that was far, at the time. I mean loud music and cool air only gets you so far…
Ha Abrams has done a lot of stuff, and he is really well known for Lost obviously, and Mission: Impossible and all that. I don’t get his reboot mania though when it comes to Trek/ Wars- I think from interviews I get the sense that he thinks franchises that have been around like that need to be “reintroduced” to modern audiences, and I’m like no. If “reintroducing” means copying earlier scenes or plot points, then no. We’re fucking adults FFS you know and if we’re fans we’ve seen the movies and can remember them, so you don’t need to “redo”- give us something new. That’s all I wanted with TFA was something new- Star Wars but not the one I’ve seen a zillion times. He just irks me.
Martin’s editors definitely need to crack the whip. In fact in the last book some chapters were withheld because his editor thought they would fit better in the next book, which of course we don’t have yet, but they were two battles that are going to be pretty climactic, so basically two HUGE setpieces that were all set up are still out there waiting to be read, and the last book came out in, oh, 2011.Gee thanks editor. Kinda crazy.
Veronica’s okay, I mean I don’t hate her, I’m just not a fan. Her and Betty actually make a pretty good team. And yeah Cheryl has problems, and clearly she is there to spout off what the writers think are the most caustic lines, but I just think she’s fun. And twisted. I do remember the slut shaming though now that you mention it- she does cross the line sometimes… and Alice is a bit over the top! I think the names do come from the comics? I’ve actually never read an archie comic so I knew nothing going in. They get worse too in S2, with names like Tall Boy, Toni Topaz and Sweet Pea. Seriously. 🙂
I may seriously get Hulu, just for Runaways. It’s based on a comic too (is everything now?) and it starts in like two days, so I gotta decide quick. It just looks fun. Hopefully it won’t suck. But Hulu keeps sending me stuff…
Ah yeah, there wasn’t much on the original WB. I feel like it started in the mid-90s or so, but it mostly was teen dramas like Dawson’s and Felicity I think. Or like, “wholesome” family crap like 7th Heaven. So I can see why you weren’t exactly drawn to it ? I think America’s Next Top Model was on it briefly, because WB merged with UPN to make The CW. And I loved Top Model, such a guilty pleasure hahah. Arrow and Flash… I never tried, but then I heard they were meh, so I never bothered.
The lack of The 100 news is WEIRD. I think people genuinely have NO idea. I mean, I assume this isn’t even something the cast and crew would know, hence the lack of leaks? It’s probably on a VERY high up level. And you KNOW we aren’t getting even a morsel of info this week because of Thanksgiving. So rude.
After I looked up C2E2, I was looking up stuff about BEA, and funnily enough, C2E2 is run by ReedPop too bwhahah. I looked at past guests because I was curious about The 100 too, but it doesn’t look like it. Must be a time when they don’t do promo- I feel like the cast has promo “off seasons” which makes sense- they deserve it! OMG I can see all the Colts fans mixing with the gamers in a very… unhealthy way hahah. I imagine fans of an Indiana sports team being a bit… macho/redneck-y? (That is probably unfair of me but… yeah haha.) The Falcons fans were actually REALLY nice! Val and I went to a Chili’s to get dinner before she dropped me off at the airport, and they were so FUN- they were so into it, we got into it too! They were playing against Green Bay and those Packers fans were a whole other story. And that is how the Atlanta Falcons became my favorite NFL team, even though I really don’t care about the NFL at all ?
I used to think that the whole night owl thing was just because I was young, and I have noticed that *most* people have turned into earlier sleepers as I have gotten older but… apparently my body didn’t get the memo? I hope this means that I won’t be an old lady who wakes up at 4 am though, that could be a fun bonus. Have you never played Sonic!? It is the only old-school game that I have actually beat the whole thing!
HA I love the idea of a train to New Orleans! My family took a train to Florida when I was younger- I don’t remember a lot of it, but my mom said it wasn’t bad! PLUS, you could have drinks, and read, and it would be so relaxing! We are definitely going- Holly and I for sure! Val is a probably. So yes DO. IT. I have never been to NO either, but have always wanted to- it just sounds so unique and fun! I have never been to a convention in Philly, but it would be pretty easy for me to go. It’s like, the same distance as NYC, but it’s so much EASIER- like, there’s parking, and driving is not a huge deal, etc. It;s also in Washington DC one year coming up, that wouldn’t be horrible either. But you… you have no choice but to come to New Orleans and have drinks and such with us 😀 I also am thinking about renting a car so I could 1) Drive to Mississippi and cross it off my list (also, BEACH) and B) Cart books to the post office before flying out. I mean, I am making this pretty convenient and appealing, right?
Well, I once drove to Vegas, so the Michigan trip wasn’t exactly bad. Actually, I had made that same trip before, with my parents, so I *knew* it wouldn’t be too terrible. We went to Ann Arbor, to get my brother from football camp, but it was actually oddly fun? How far is Cleveland from you? I always get the Ohio cities mixed up because they ALL start with C. (The biggest ones, anyway!) I like day road trips, but at night, no thank you.
I agree with you about the Abrams thing! I mean, if someone wants to know what happened… they could just watch the existing movie? It doesn’t even make sense! Plus, it seems like a continuity nightmare. Have you seen Lost? I haven’t, though I was always intrigued. And now I want to like, 99% because of Ian? I heard the ending sucks, so that is sad.
So WAIT. He already HAD chapters written that would be IN this next book!? THE FUCK? So basically,, he was already ahead of the game, and it has still taken him NINE freaking years!? (I just saw on Goodreads that the estimate for Winds of Winter is 2020. And then someone put the expected pub date for A Dream of Spring at 2021 ? Oh, sweet summer child, he isn’t going to finish it before the 30s, sorry.) He is literally on track for one book a DECADE at this point. That’s sad.
I DO like the Betty-Veronica team up! OH! Is Betty actually Polly too, and has like, multiple personality disorder? Because why did she tell Chuck that she was Polly and then not remember? Cheryl IS kind of funny in an awful way. I don’t get why Josie and the Pussycats LIKE her. They seem wayyyy too nice for the likes of her! I heard Veronica’s mom chastising Alice last night and it was so funny, like, someone reprimanding Alice Cooper. I just don’t get how one mom can actually be THAT awful to another mom whose son just died. That seems messed up. Also. Someone’s ACTUAL given names are like… first name Tall last name Boy? And first name Sweet last name Pea? Sometimes I laugh when they’re trying to be all serious, and are like “no, Jughead, you can’t!” because… how do you have a serious conversation without cracking up?! Also, what’s the deal with the music teacher? Is she going to be with Archie’s dad too? Because those are the vibes I am getting. And no, I cannot, it’s too gross. You cannot sleep with someone AND their dad! You just CAN’T. Though I guess she shouldn’t be with ANY 15 year old, and she’s clearly doing that, so.
OOOH I looked up Runaways, and I do actually remember hearing about it! You should! I only pay $5.99 a month now anyway, and you can cancel whenever. (I low key sound like I work for Hulu right now hah.) PLUS you can always get the free trial and if Runaways sucks, then who cares, you didn’t waste anything! And then if it IS good, you can make me watch it eventually 😀 Have you any interest in The Handmaid’s Tale? It is seriously so messed up I am having nightmares, so maybe that is NOT a good advertisement. But wow, it is so relatable in this current society, which is why I think it’s so scary.
Arrow and Flash- meh is a good word. And yeah the lack of news is seriously distressing. Don’t they know our Thanksgiving’s would be so much more enjoyable if they ante’d up a bit? Sheesh. So the same company runs C2E2 and BEA? Wow… they seem so different lol. And yes the colts fans were not a shining example of Indiana, from what I heard. I didn’t see the altercations myself but just the fact that they happened… I’m pretty live and let live, so I never understand BS like that. Oh and that’s so cool about the Atlanta fans. I feel like Atlanta’s a more cosmopolitan city so I can totally see that. Plus they have DragonCon so they’re probably used to geekfests!
I have never played Sonic! And I’ve always been a night owl too, I never seem to outgrow it. And speaking of… case in point! If you look at the time stamp- yes I am typing this at like 5 am. Why? Well I’m not quite THAT bad of a night owl, but I’ve only been sleeping in like 3 or 4 hour chunks lately, so I’m up at weird hours now sometimes. Another wonderful element of my recovery *grumbles*
A train down there does sound pretty damn good. I’ll have to look at Amtrak and see what their deal is- I hear different things? The only time I’ve taken a train anywhere was as a kid we took this train trip through lower Canada kind of thing- it was very beautiful, as I recall… anyway NO sounds awesome, and I will seriously be considering it. GenCon might make it hard, but then who knows about GenCon lol? I was determined to go last year and then didn’t. And yes you are making it sound very tempting. 🙂
I think Cleveland is about 300 miles, roughly. Although I was living in Lansing at the time I went so that was probably about 80 miles less. Not bad of a trip, but at night… yeah. Vegas? You are a road warrior and totally have me beat- I haven’t taken a road trip that far. Would be awesome though, I would think? To g oat your own pace. And I like Ann Arbor- my kind of town. I found some awesome used bookstores there last time I was in town…
I did watch Lost a little bit back in the day. Never enough to really know what was happening, and I heard the same thing about the ending, but yeah. And Ian was in it? Ooh color me intrigued! Never noticed I guess. And I could write a book about how I think JJ screwed up Star Wars (won’t even talk Trek)- but I shall spare you. 🙂
YES he had chapters written that got held back for Winds of Winter. And he’s released about seven sample chapters in various forms, all told. He reads stuff at conventions and whatnot. And see? That’s why I’m so over the idea that he will actually, you know, complete the books. I wish he would just release what he has, it would sell a billion copies and take the pressure off him a bit, and we could get our fix. Ha ha but no he has to have 1000 pages before he’ll release. So frustratin!
Ooh you got to Dark Betty! No Polly is separate but they have never answered why Betty called herself Polly, the theory is dissociative personaliy disorder? Which maybe is the same thing as multiple personality disorder, IDK. But I liked seeing her go that route, it was kinda creepy, and with everything going on in S2 I wouldn’t be surprised if we see more Dark Betty! As for the names… I don’t know if those are supposed to actually BE their names, like mom and pop named their kid Sweet Pea??? but they seem to go with it, so I think… yeah? And you’re right, when someone calls him Jughead with a straight face it does kinda take me out of the realism! Miss Grundy I can’t say too much, but I guess she’s from the comics too, altough um probably not in that capacity. Which is why I think the show works, improbably- they take something so wholesome and make it kinda dark and twisted? Which let’s face it appeals to 2017 America maybe because everything is dark and twisted now, but not in a fun way lol?
Okay Hulu customer service agent I may have to sign up (joking :):)) And I think I had a free trial like a year or two ago, so why they keep sending me stuff… IDK? Shouldn’t they know I’ve already had one? But… 5.99’s not bad. And I DO kinda want to try Runaways. Which you can totally get in on the ground floor of! And tell me if it’s good ha ha since I think it starts this week. Or maybe I’ll just get hulu tomorrow. #goals
Oh and Handmaid’s Tale I AM kinda interested in, I’ve seen bloggers talking about it and the impression I got was it was kinda depressing? But then dystopian (which I think it is?) is not exactly a feel good thing, so yeah. The fact that it’s so relatable IS scary, frankly. If you recommend it then I’ll check it out if I do get Hulu.
Did you see that Jason posted a screenshot from the trailer!? I mean- it isn’t much but at least we know the show is like, happening hahha. https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/932996799937126400 I feel like we’re all just fine with taking whatever scraps we get at this point ?I don’t understand people who get into altercations with random strangers unless the rando is somehow threatening someone or something. Especially over what I assume was some really petty shit. I saw the Green Bay altercation at the airport actually- this very obviously drunk fan was just SCREAMING in the face of this Atlanta airport employee. And this dude was keeping his chill SO well, I would have probably smacked the asshole at that point, he was being SO awful. I thought you couldn’t even DO that shit in airports? I also will NEVER understand getting that upset about a game that you didn’t personally play in? That’s so weird.
I have always been a night owl too! It wasn’t always convenient, either- we had early swim practice and weights and stuff allll the time- but my body never got used to it! And it’s so funny because I had fallen asleep I don’t even know, maybe at like 4, and then I woke up and looked at my phone (as you do) at like, the exact time that the email popped up, and when I read it I chuckled, because I feel you! I honestly don’t fully understand humans who get 8 hours of sleep without waking up. Is that a thing that people can actually do? I have seriously NEVER. I always wake up at some point, even on the best of nights. I am sorry that sleep has been shitty for you though- especially now when you need (and likely want!) it the most. Is it discomfort or meds or just… random? I hope whatever it is ends soon and you can sleep for real again.
Dooooo it! Really, you must. Trains are fun, safe, not all that expensive. (Now I guess I work for the railroad industry, look at all my new career choices!) You’d be taking a train ride down the Mississippi River! I am sure that is somewhat scenic! And GenCon… well that is there every year, right? So it isn’t like you’d have to wait ages to go again. And there are famous people there, too! Like last year HILLARY was there. I didn’t see her, because I left on Sunday, but still, she was there. PLUS, who even knows how long NOLA will be on the map. Seriously, think about it. All the history, just washed away. (Okay FINE, now I am grasping at straws, but it really would be so very fun! 😀 ) I’m asking my mom for the plane ticket for Christmas, because why not? OH! And think of the BOOKS! You won’t need to buy books for YEARS. I mean, you will still buy them, but you won’t actually *have* to.
So one day, I want to do a road trip to the Pacific Northwest. But like you said, at like, a nice slow pace. I have a recurring dream about driving to South America, which frankly sounds like a nightmare more than a dream hah. (Oddly, it IS apparently possible, if you ship your car through a 66 mile swampland in Panama? Weird.) Anyway. 300 miles isn’t terrible, but any long night drives suck, I agree.
Yep, Ian played (pause for Google…) Desmond on Lost.. Hmmm apparently he won an Emmy for that, good for him! The concept always seemed great, I just never got around to watching it, and then the whole ending thing turned me off. I AM sorry that JJ screwed up a bunch of stuff though. I mean, come ON, fans deserve better!
HA he should just release them! I mean- part of one of his books is a whole novel by anyone else’s standards, right? I was reading this discussion some authors I follow on Twitter were having about how it seems like when an author gets SUPER famous, their editors seem to back off, and the quality of the books suffer, and I immediately thought of this situation. Because if he was just some random guy, no publisher would put up with this. And maybe that would make him a better author! The whole idea that he has complete control and say isn’t really how the process was designed to happen- certainly not the way his first few books became such successes in the first place! I know a lot of people have said that about Sarah J Maas (when people refer to her as “SJM” it makes me mildly stabby because those are my initials, and damn it, I had them first but then I also don’t want to type out her whole name all the time, such “problems” ?) that her later books have suffered a LOT in terms of editing, and I wholly agree. I got to the fourth Throne of Glass book and it’s just so unnecessarily wordy, and some of the dialogue is flat out cringey, and it’s llike no one even bothers to try to get her to pare it down? I don’t know.
Yep, Dissociative Personality Disorder is just the newest, most PC term for multiple personalities! Because they keep mentioning Polly, but I see no evidence that an actual Polly exists. And if I figured that out by episode 4…. well damn, I am proud of myself 😀 When Jughead was trying to tell the story about the stupid Drive-In, and he’s all serious, talking about his sister Jellybean… I couldn’t. I cracked up. Now, I have googled him (I am googling all OVER the place tonight) and his name is actually Forsythe Pendleton Jones III. I…. don’t honestly know which one is worse? ? OH and the sister’s name is Forsythia. This dad sounds like he had a REAL ego problem. Grundy. Well, she left town. But she’s still shady as fuck if you ask me, and I can’t imagine that we’ve truly seen the last of her? She creeps me out. HA you are so right about 2017 America being dark and twisted! I think that IS why we like that stuff- it’s somehow less creepy and awful than reality. Which… says a lot.
Just sign up with another email! Then you can have another trial. I actually was considering paring down my cable, because Hulu has a lot of the crap I watch on my current cable anyway. So the free month might even be worth it just for you to browse and see if there’s crap you’d watch. Does Hulu release the whole season at once like Netflix? (I SHOULD know this, as a customer service agent, such a fail ?) The $5.99 is with “limited commercials” and at first I was nervous that it would be annoying but it’s literally like, one minute per show so it hasn’t been an issue and it was worth saving like, $8/month?
Handmaid’s Tale… it’s depressing as hell. Like no question. It’s extra terrifying because it is quite literally Mike Pence’s dream America. And the thing that is the absolute scariest is that they show you HOW people got to this place. Like how initial lack of resistance and inability to fight back led to this awful complacency. But there’s also (as in every dystopian I suppose) glimmers of hope. It is ROUGH though. I now kind of want to read the book to see how it compares. I really hope that there’s a moderately hopeful ending because otherwise… damn. Some nights I can’t watch it- it’s just too horrifying, but it keeps pulling me back in. I’d say it’s definitely worth a try- it’s incredibly well done, but I totally get if someone can’t handle it.
Ooh I like that pic! Anytime Clarke is holding a gun on someone, I’m good. Must.have.more soon. Although the trailer must be coming if he’s doing that?? The comments also, were, interesting… And yeah it was big news for a while, although this was a few years ago, because the Colts players were apparently SUCH assholes to some of the gamers. Sigh. Not hard to imagine I know.
so the notification woke you? I hope not *feels guilty* but yeah I never sleep 8 uninterrupted hours. Well maybe before the surgery, but now- heck no! I’m good if I get 3 or 4, mainly because you have to lay on your back and I never sleep that way. I cheat though a little and found a way to angle pillows so I can sorta be on my side, althouh technically sleeping on my side is a no-no. *sigh* rules. I’ll be glad to be done with all this nonsense, frankly. But thank you! I think it’s mostly the discomfort and the restrictions, and that will pass with time. I’m impatient though!
I am considering it actually, which is crazy for me, and even though it is a bit far it does sound fun! No doubt. And you’re right- how long will NOLA even be around? Like climate change/ sea rise might just sweep it away one of these days? Oh wait that doesn’t exist! Silly me. But yes I saw that Hillary was there last year. How cool is THAT? It’s funny when I first looked I thought she was there THIS year, then realized I was looking at last years show. 🙂 A train ride would be a good way for me to go though. And good luck getting your tix for Christmas!
The Pacific NW would be awesome, especially by car. As long as the super volcano under Yellowstone doesn’t erupt. Seriously, I just watched a documentary (semi- humorous) where the British narrator was extolling the virtues of Yellowstone while at the same time remarking like every 5 minutes about the dormant super volcano. It was kinda funny… but apparently it exists! Yikes my luck I’d be there when volcapocalypse would happen… but discounting that, which let’s face it probably won’t happen soon (knocks on wood!!!) yes the NW would be beautiful.
YES! He already probably has one r two novels by anyone else’s standards ready! I definitely think from the GRRM situation, and sounds like Sarah Maas (see I didn’t use SJM for her) is the same- the editors totally back off and quality (and release dates lol) suffer. So dumb. I mean there are contracts? I don’t get it. And… he’s notorious for not really liking to be edited anyway. Not that lots of authors do, I’m sure, but he sorta has that reputation. I think though he could really throw his fans a bone though if he released SOMETHING, especially since those battles I mentioned were held back and could have been released years ago????
Jellybean! I love that. But you’re right, I laughed. And check you out, googling all the Riverdale! Go you!! So Jugs really has a name? I had no idea! I don’t want to spoil anything but the jury is out on Polly yet. And Grundy… you’ll see her again, but not soon. I think. Which episode are you on?
I am now… on Hulu. lol they sent me ANOTHER email and I said okay, and bam free trial. I almost feel bad, like I’m abusing it. I went with the 5.99 and Runaways immediately popped up on my screen, so … good life choice maybe? I may watch the first one tonight. *settles in happily* IDK if they release all at once, I don’t think so, but not sure? But I’m gonna check some stuff out… 🙂
Wow that sounds intense. And it seems like there was an earlier adaptation years ago on HBO or somewhere? I remember hearing about it and maybe even seeing it, but it’s fuzzy… IDK. I may check it out tho, although yeah it sounds dark AF.
DAMN, it somehow just got MORE intense. Jason is over here giving out Thanksgiving miracles left and right! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/933367281618370566 Holy shit. She looks desperate and a mess. Which basically bodes incredibly well for a good show ? Oh, and I know, I saw the comments on the first tweet- all the Clexa shippers screaming at him and such. I don’t get it. Like- of course you can enjoy a show or couple or whatever but… calm down, it IS only a show after all. I wonder if they stop to consider that they’re being horrible to real human beings? Speaking of horrible, those Colts fans sound it. I can imagine the type who were the shitty ones too- those “dudebros” who somehow feel that the fact that they like football makes them inherently better than other men ? Because of COURSE a hobby defines your humanity. The irony would be funny if it wasn’t so appalling.
Noooo no, the notification didn’t wake me! I just randomly woke up, and then just happened to open my email at the same time that it popped up! It’s a terrible habit that I have, looking at email and such when I wake up in the night, because it probably makes it harder to fall back asleep but… oops? Oh NO, sleeping on your back must SUCK. I cannot sleep on my back either- it feels… unnatural. And it creeps me out because I think “oh crap this is how I will have to be when I am dead”. So that’s pleasant. I am glad you were able to find cheats though! Is this one of those 8 week long restrictions? That would be annoying- but you must be close to halfway there by now, yeah?
You should really do it. Like, no question. And to help you decide for sure to come, I will keep finding very fun things that New Orleans has to offer! AND tempting you with book titles that may be there. Like the third book in Three Dark Crowns, which will almost definitely be there. Okay, today’s fun New Orleans thing: New Orleans Drunk History Tour! I mean, where else can you even go where THAT is a thing? Sadly, I feel like whoever will be there can’t quite top Hillary, but… I didn’t see her anyway so whoever IS there has to be good. And thanks! I mean, my mom will buy it for me, she’s nice like that (I won’t lie, she spoils me a bit hahha). I think she’s honestly just relieved I am flying? She worries, as all moms do 🙂 And I agree- I think a train ride would be AMAZING. Honestly, I have never taken a trip that I regretted. Like, I think an experience is always worth it, you know?
OH! The super volcano! I am so damn fascinated by that! I kind of want to watch this documentary, not going to lie! There’s a book called Ashfall by Mike Mullin about that exact thing happening! I loved the series. It’s like, creepy realistic, and the author definitely did his homework. Also, volcapocalypse may be my new favorite word. But yeah the whole area really does seem incredible. And then you know, pop over to Vancouver and stalk The 100 set 😉
Hahahah THANKS, she is such a thief ? But YEAH! Like- I guess there is always a risk that the author could walk, but like… what author work their salt would get pissy over EDITS? Like, it’s a part of the publishing process so… I think you signed up for that! UGH why do some people think they don’t need editors?! Look, I get that it’s got to be a blow to the ego to have someone say “actually, this chapter is kind of messy, let’s redo this part” or whatever, but It. Is. Your. Job. I really hate the diva attitude, kind of sad that GRRM has one. Not shocking, considering the 9 year gap, but still. I really wish I knew if Sarah was a diva, or if her editors just don’t have the guts. I mean, I guess in both cases, it hardly matters since they sell a shit ton of books regardless, but I know I am done with Sarah’s books because there are just better books out there.
GAH I can’t wait to find out if I am right about Polly! I think I am on episode… 5 maybe? I didn’t watch it last night because The Challenge season finale AND season premiere was on. And I wanted to watch it before I got Twitter spoiled. Which I actually did anyway. HA I knew Grundy couldn;t stay away. I love how she was ogling young dudes as she was driving away. Like you JUST almost went to prison, girl. OH! I meant to ask you- Veronica’s mom said something to Archie’s dad about them both being married- where the hell is Archie’s mom then? I just assumed she was out of the picture?
YAYY for Hulu! I think it’s a good life choice! And nah, they CLEARLY want you to have their service. I mean, it would have made them feel bad if you kept rejecting their offers ? Did you start Runaways!? I am curious about it now! Let me know if you find any other gems!
Ooooh I am curious about the other adaptation! Makes sense since it’s an older book. You know, I kind of wonder what it was like to read it back then. Clearly I would not have read it in 1985, as they probably would frown upon 3 year olds reading terrifyingly chilling dystopia, but you know what I mean. Like- remember before the world was THIS messed up? Before 9/11, when the biggest scandal was Bill’s extracurriculars? Before school shootings existed, etc etc? I feel like The Handmaid’s Tale is so extra tough to take because we can now actually see the path to its possibility. Where if you’d have asked me in 2000, I’d have just thought it a creepy cautionary tale, now it’s just…. so much darker, so much scarier.
She.is.covered.in.blood. And appears to be in the act of kicking ass. Wow. Are those security dudes behind her? Hard to tell. Such a tease. But this has to mean some news is forthcoming?? I want moreeeee!!!! Seriously though it looks awesome, and I can’t WAIT. And yeah they’re still bitching about Clexa? Geez get over it, I know people get invested but man… she had to leave anyway, right? And yeah I think you nailed it on the “dudebro’s” lol. I mean I think America football is pretty dumb (give me soccer any day) but I don’t sneer at people who love it. But they have to run people down… some things never change.
Oh good. 🙂 I check my email exactly once a day (can you say OCD ha ha) although sometimes more- so like once a day I have all these notifications and tabs open as I catch up on stuff. I hear you though, sometimes the temptation is there to just check it and see what’s happening lol. And yes sleeping on your back SUCKS. I am all about the cheats if I can find them. I asked the visiting nurse if I could sleep on my side and she said best not to, but when I told her what I was doing with my work- around she was fine w/ it. I have my follow up with the surgeon on the 30th, so I imagine I’ll find out then how long that restriction is for. But yeah at least I’ve tweaked it enough to get by… I can drive I guess after this week, and I just have to be careful of the sternal restrictions.
I know, it sounds SO fun. And NOLA- drunk history tours would be the best? Plus the third Kendare book?? Ears perk up. Apparently you know how to push my button on THAT book series! Ha ha but yeah that is cool about your mom, and that she spoils you (a little spoiling isn’t so bad, right?). And since you love books and conventions, it’s a pretty cool way for her to support that!
That volcano is fascinating and terrifying for sure! Although I was reading something that said it’s not going to just blow, it will give of signs and stuff, so no out of the blue volcopocalypse. Which is probably good. And I wasn’t sure if that word worked but I was kinda pleased afterward, so sure. The documentary BTW is the Round Planet series on Netflix- the Yellowstone one obvs. The narrator is hit or miss- he makes a lot of breaking the fourth wall jokes, and while some are funny some are not, or irritating. And it gets old after a while. But it’s a BBC production (I think) and pretty good… oh and I’ll be checking out Ashfall.
Yeah I think Martin is a pretty nice guy, all things considered, and I agree with his politics a lot so that gets him points in my book, but yeah… diva seems like the word. He’s a smart guy who clearly knows how publishing works, but can resist edits because… he can? And so does. I do wish his editors would show a little more spine? And Sarah Maas- I’ve never read, but I’ve heard mixed things. I don’t think she writes my kinda stuff so I probably won’t ever read her, but sorry to hear that you’re done with her! Although if her books aren’t the greatest yeah there are lots of good books out there!
I know right about Grundy lol?? Giving those dudes the “come hither” look as she’s leaving the place for inappropriate affairs with a student- has she no shame??? Cracked me up. She does show up again, but not in a huge role. And Polly, I can’t say because of spoiler!!! but you WILL get answers. 🙂 Archie’s mom lives in Chicago and shows up late in the season I think? And it’s Molly Ringwald! Which is a nice touch.
I did start Runaways, and I liked it. A lot. It’s well done and I recommend you start watching immediately! Okay I’ll stop. The first three episodes are available and I guess it’s on Tuesday’s every week after that- so it would make a good binge after they’re done, although I’ll have to watch live because they’ve got me hooked already… and I might try The Gifted after that, because it is also about kids with powers, based on the X-Men comics, and clearly I’m trash for those. So yeah Hulu is working for me at this point…
It is creepy how things are now. I keep telling myself things have always been bad, I mean Vietnam and plagues and all that, but still… you’re right, since 9/11 especially. And the fact that terrorism hamstrings everything. Seriously do we talk about anything MORE than terrorism in this country? On average? Instead of building high speed rail like other countries or advancing other technology, we just fight wars all the time. It’s like I mentioned once about Blade Runner- I remember watching that in the 90’s and seeing it was set in 2019, and thinking okay that’s a cool dystopian vision. And now 2019 is like two years away and little has changed. Where are the flying cars? Has cancer been cured yet? Etc- and the answer is always nope. Kind of a bummer.
Oh and on that happy note- have a super Thanksgiving tomorrow!!!! Hope it’s awesome. The next time I talk to you I will be half dead from overeating probably, but hey… stuffing!!!!!! Mmmm….
It’s official. Jason loves us and wants us to be happy. And I mean, happy until he devastates us completely and wholly by killing all our faves. Still, I’ll take it. https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/933756498433343488 They look like they’re going to be sick in their algae bowls ? I love getting to see their new looks, too! I bet Murphy is the one cooking, and I love it so much. I can’t tell who those guys behind O are- they could be some of those security guys, like the ones when she was going to kill all of Skaikru. Or they could be opponents. Either way I need to know, trailer now please! ALSO two new episode titles were released today! (They REALLY love us!) 5×09 is called “Sic Semper Tyrannis” which means “Thus always to tyrants”. Apparently it may have been used at the death of Julius Caesar, but “The phrase has been invoked historically in Europe and other parts of the world as an epithet or rallying cry against abuse of power.” Some people think it might be against O, against the Gagarin leaders… but I suppose we’ll have to see! And 5×10 is called… “The Last”. WHAT. EVEN!? The last WHAT? I swear, if we have to wait until later than February… ugh.
Ah and yes, Alycia was never going to be a regular- her FTWD role was always first, and she did The 100 when she could. She was going to be killed off from the moment they brought her on, and it was pretty common knowledge. So why people are SO upset, I don’t think I’ll ever understand. As for football, I mean… if I HAD to watch one of the “major” US sports, it would be football? I used to go to Penn State games a lot as a kid, and it was fun. To me, all professional sports seem a little shady? Like- it’s more a business than a sport at that point. I don’t know how soccer works, but I definitely think that football, basketball, baseball, that sort of pro sport is kind of… a scam, entertainment more than competition?
But… HOW do you only check it once a day!? That would drive me insane I think. Though it’s probably MUCH healthier. As opposed to randomly looking at it at 5 am- what exactly do I think is going to BE there!? ? Ooooh the nurse said “best not to”? See, in my language that means “well, sleep is important, so go ahead” (please don’t listen to me, listen to the qualified professional) Meeting with the surgeon will be good, that is SO soon! I bet that as long as you are doing well, (s)he will give you the go-ahead to sleep again! And YAY, driving! I mean- even if you don’t feel up to it, it’s just a relief to know you CAN again, I bet!
YES it does sound fun, see? Though I feel like I may have set the bar too high with Drunk History and Kendare Blake, because um, how am I supposed to keep topping THAT every day? ? Okay, here’s what I’ve got: a bar that is located in a for-real blacksmith shop that dates back to the 1720s. Complete with ghost stories: http://www.lafittesblacksmithshop.com/ And here is a book you might like: Contagion by Erin Bowman (A crew investigating an SOS from a distant planet arrives to find a wasteland of dead bodies. Am I right?) Seriously though, you deserve a nice little trip after the shit you’ve been through this year! That’s how I am looking about it- like, I NEED this. And then you can say you’ve been to a bookish event! And then, you know, selfishly I just want you to come 😀 And yes, I agree- I think as long as you can be a little spoiled and still be grateful and understand that it’s a damn lucky thing, it’s all good. Plus, I think she kind of gets how hard the past couple years have been for me, and how much I really could use a little mini-break. Which I appreciate SO much, of course!
It IS good that the volcopocalypse won’t just randomly happen but… it does kind of make the potential story less fun. Though hell, we could be seeing signs and the government would just… you know, ignore it and then spew some racial slurs, deport someone, and assault a few women, then brag about it on Twitter. Just added Round Planet to my Netflix list, too, thanks! Ashfall is good- there are 3 books now, and there’s a 4th coming out next year!
I agree about Martin’s politics- when I googled him, earlier, I noticed that, and also that he does seem to do a lot of stand up things. So I think he’s a mostly good dude, but just… maybe not the easiest guy in the world to work with? Which is fine, no one is perfect! But yeah, I think that instead of working on that, his editors/publishing team gives him whatever he wants and it just exacerbates it. As for Sarah Maas, I honestly don’t think you would like her books, so it’s probably a good choice. I know you struggled with Leigh’s, and Sarah’s are MUCH more wordy and meandering than Leigh’s. And they’re kind of… what’s a good word… almost cheesy? Some of the romances are just eye-rolling. And at times, cringey. I guess it’s like, if you plan on investing the time into a fantasy series, there are just SO many better choices that aren’t 800 pages long each AND wont make you give it dirty looks, which is what I did with the last one I read. I did like a couple of them, but the last several have been big old misses for me.
Okay new Betty theory! I think Polly is the original. Jason fucked her up so badly that Betty… took over. And “got rid” of Polly’s whole existence as a coping mechanism. The glitch in this is… why is Jughead not playing along like everyone else seems to be? Perhaps Juggy is not a fan of this manipulation? ? Also, holy shit, Cheryl’s family explains why she can be a piece of work. Damnnn. I felt so bad for her at Jason’s memorial. Oh. And this is a small thing but it’s been bugging the shit out of me: why would they give another player Jason’s jersey? They would have retired it. Not… rubbed it in! (So funny, after I typed this I watched Archie decide to retire it. Why did no actual adult figure it out? ?) OOOOOH Molly Ringwald!? This makes me so happy. I haven’t seen her since the gloriously bad Secret Life of the American Teenager bwhahah. I am dying here, Luke Perry is his dad, Molly Ringwald is his mom, and somewhere, some 80s-90s children’s heads are exploding. Wait- where IS Riverdale supposed to be, anyway? Veronica is from New York, Mrs Archie is in Chicago… but where is the actual show!?
Oh YAY I am so glad that Runaways is good! Perhaps I will watch it after I finish The Handmaid’s Tale! Since I am apparently in the Hulu thing for good now hahah. I really wanted to watch The Gifted too, but then it started and I had forgotten. I guess there’s another one to add to the list.
I think you are right about things having always been bad- I mean, I think these things come in cycles? I think maybe the saddest part of this particular round of awfulness is that we clearly have learned NOTHING from the past, from the Vietnams, from the WWIIs, etc. Plagues… yeah, well, no one can help those except maybe Cassie and Cole (ha) but even the way we HANDLE illness is disgusting. There’s an article floating around, and it seems legit, that a 26 year old guy died after rationing his insulin. He was trying to crowdfund it but he was short the money, and his family found him dead. Like… how is that a country that is supposed to be “rich”? What WOULD become of us with a 12 Monkeys-like plague? The rich would live, and everyone else would die. You have SUCH a good point about other countries making progress, too. Because what the hell HAVE we done?! Gone back in time? Become even more racist? I remember when I was growing up, the women in my mom’s generation seemed to be making such strides, you know? I figured by the time I was an adult, things would be so equal. And now… it’s a regression in a lot of instances (Trump, obviously, among others). And I guess a lot of things are just NOT as progressive as we’d thought? But either way, it’s appalling that as a country we seem perfectly content to throw away all our advantages. And what IS the deal with all the wars? Why is that somehow our “thing” as a country? I would have thought the same thing watching Blade Runner- or any future-based show- and yet… here we are. It is saddest because those things could have been accomplished, but we’re all too damn busy fighting over everything. Scary how close to home shit like The 100 really does hit, because it’s kind of true, in a more subtle sense.
Stuffing is probably my favorite part too- my mom’s is SO good! And now you have reminded me that I have leftovers waiting for me hahha 😀 Hope that your Thanksgiving was fabulous!! Did you do anything particularly exciting? I just went to my parents’ house, my mom’s whole family goes there, it’s nice to see everyone!
Get.out! I love it- though yeah they don’t look like they’re enjoying their Thanskgiving very much?!? Algae mmm. Is that Monty?? Doesn’t even look like him. And that 5×09 title is a little alarming. Given that they’ve hinted at O having to be drastic, I’m a little afraid- but surely that will all be resolved by the ninth episode right? So maybe it’s Gagarin… hopefully.
That’s what I thought about Alycia. And people are still going on about it! Speaking of alycia, she’s SO different on FTWD, it’s funny. Although to be fair I haven’t watched it in a while, so she may have changed. I don’t mind football if it’s on, but yeah I like soccer better I think mainly because it’s faster paced. Although again to be fair sometimes watching a soccer game on TV can be like watching paint dry, so there’s that. Football in a stadium IS a lot of fun, I have to say. The atmosphere. 🙂 And yeah you might be on to something with the business angle of it- I mean they pay these people millions of dollars to play a game, you know?
Ha I know, it sounds crazy. I have two email accounts and I just…sorta only look once? I mean usually. There are exceptions. 🙂 But yeah… and then I usually check my bloglovin link and my comments and go form there, visiting back or whatever. Somehow it works… mostly.
Okay I am going to nominate you for cultural ambassador for NOLA because you are killing it. And Contagion sounds pretty badass (and so familiar- where have I heard of that one before?) I must have seen it somewhere. And a bookish event like that would certainly set the world to rights, I’m sure, in a lot of ways. And then I too could do a “my time at ALA” post or whatever and feel part of the in crowd lol. Although seriously it would be fabulous and I will swing it if I can.
I know, a sudden eruption of volcapocalypse is so much more fun than if there are… warnings??? Unless you’re like there and stuff. But yeah… I agree. And I hope you like Round Planet, just keep in mind that the guy can get a little irritating- or at least I thought so. You might love it! But it was his constant supervolcano comments that made me laugh.
It does kinda sound like Sarah’s not for me. I thought I’d like Leigh and I still may, but man Six of crows is killing me. I have like totally sidelined it. But I’m picky about fantasy, which is weird, since it’s my go-to genre, but I like it done a certain way I guess? IDK. I’ll go back to it… maybe. 🙂
Nice theory! I like it, actually, repressed personalities can be so fun/ creepy, but I think you will be getting answers… soon? Polly is defintiely addressed. And yes Cheryl’s family are a MESS. And they get worse. It’s gets downright frickin creepy before the end. And I know the jersey thing was silly *rolls eyes* Molly Ringwald :):):) too funny. I don’t know where Riverdale is supposed to be, I think it’s just like this supposedly quintessential mid American town?? But the never really specify? And… I didn’t get a Riverdale fix this week, since they skipped, but I did watch the first three Runaways and.. win! So far. I might do The Gifted and see, I’ve heard mixed things.
Yup. I read something a while back that said even if we WANTED to go to the moon, we can’t because all the engineers who accomplished it, and all that institutional knowledge at NASA, has died off and the current people there don’t have the experience. We literally would have to almost re- learn how to do it. Not even saying it’s a good idea- I’m just saying we did that and then forgot. 40 years later??? And why ARE Americans like the only people in the world who think climate change is a hoax? Supposedly less developed countries don’t seem to have the problem. I don’t get that. That we don’t do anything when shooters tear up schools or social gatherings- seriously if I were looking for a better life, I don’t think I’d pick America to go to lol. Maybe once, but not now. And Trump was right about one thing- I can’t believe I’m even saying that- but when he talked about going through airports in China or different places, how they’re advancing, and all the tech stuff. We’re falling behind. I do think it’s a cultural backlash though- all the old white people don’t want their society to change, and it is, and they’re grasping at straws.
My Thanksgiving was nice, hope yours was too. It was a small one but we had fun. I ate very sparingly which was kind of nice, since I didn’t die from overeating, but I still ended up falling asleep around 4:00. And I’m not one of these guys who falls asleep on Thanksgiving watching the football game- I HATE taking naps- but IDK I think the recovery thing, after a while I just needed to snooze? So I did and then woke up and everyone was watching some horrible movie, and then we played Monopoly. Fun. Do you have any Thanksgiving stories?
And now, yes… leftovers nom nom. 🙂
YEP that is Monty! I love how different they all look! I think Harper looks really different too. And yes- that’s what I was thinking about the 5×09 title too- you’d *think* they’d be out of the bunker by then? Though… I guess she’d still be in charge on the ground? I don’t know, this is going to be SO crazy- there’s no precedent, since she’s the only non-Natblida to be Heda for these people. It could be like, a fight for leadership outside the bunker? Especially with Madi as a born Natblida… hm. But THEN! Then Aaron gifts us with THIS gem: https://twitter.com/DrLawyercop/status/934133348749819905 And I mean…. ????? WHO!? Who else can we even lose!? Jaha will definitely be dead by then, so… looks like we’re losing another main cast member. And probably some new people. Like in Die All, Die Merrily, I presume.
Sometimes I think I might like to watch FTWD, but… then I watch something else hahah. I agree about soccer being more fast paced. It’s definitely more exciting than like, baseball, which I think might actually be a cure for insomnia hah. One thing I DO like about soccer is that it also seems like the athletes really do work damn hard. Like, it’s definitely physically grueling. Did you ever play soccer? I didn’t- my dad had this weird thing against it, and I don’t understand why hahah. I also hate running, so there’s that. I did play field hockey for a couple years, I still don’t fully understand why. ? You know, it’s funny that you say TV soccer can be like watching paint dry- people always tell me that about swimming and I mean… they’re probably right, but I still love it hahha. Yeah, I always enjoyed the football stadium atmosphere! And like, unpopular opinion probs, but it was so much more… heartfelt when Joe Paterno was there- I have had no interest in going since, tbh. And YES- like how much of it is even love for the game if you have contracts for multi-millions of dollars?! I don’t blame the players, I’d take it too of course, it’s just… more showy than sporty to me at that point.
I am seriously impressed with your ability to reasonably and responsibly use email ? I have two that I use like, regularly (a regular one and a blog one) but then other ones that I used to sign up for shit and whatever. I ALWAYS forget to check my blog one. Like- comments come to my regular one, and so I am the worst at checking the actual one I use for my blog. But I refresh my regular one constantly, I think out of a bored habit or something?
Hahha I think I have missed my calling as a travel agent or something. Contagion is coming out in July 2018 (hence why it shall probably be at ALA muhahahha) so… maybe on someone’s Waiting on Wednesday or something? The cover was revealed pretty recently too, so maybe that. YES you could definitely do posts about it, too! I really, really hope you can swing it- this is making me verrrrry happy 😀 I also looked up the prices, and they’re the same as last year, so that’s good, no increases there! I have also now gone down a rabbit hole of travel websites hahah. I should stop for now, since it’s like, almost 7 months away. But it’s exciting!
HA yes I imagine being AT the volcapocalypse is probably shitty no matter if you have a warning or not, so at least if there’s a warning perhaps you could be…. NOT there. And thanks for the heads up about the guy being annoying. I can just… fast forward him if he starts to piss me off too badly!
I liked Leigh’s Shadow and Bone series more than Six of Crows. SoC just got kind of draggy at times, though I DID really like the characters. I think they were one of the reasons I kept reading. Also, there are all kinds of references to people/places from the Shadow of Bones series, and I think it’s probably a lot more fun to read if they mean something to you. Like you definitely CAN read the series as a standalone but… I can see it being less enjoyable. I am VERY picky about fantasy, I have found. It isn’t my #1 genre, but it’s up there, but only when it’s done WELL. I assume it’s one of the hardest genres to write, so I get why it’s so hit or miss, but I think that is also part of why we have to be picky!
I am so confused about Polly now because we DID see her in person, but I also don’t know if that means anything? And then someone lit the car with the evidence on fire, could have even been Betty herself, who knows. Maybe Jughead is helping her just cause he likes her. Betty was so… weird when he kissed her though. Like it didn’t even register? Is Jughead fake too!? I like that it is such a guessing game though! Makes it very fun! I am also kind of over Veronica being so worried about who her mom is kissing. Like- does it even matter? Now we know that Archie’s parents are separated, so that’s fun! And Jughead lives in a janitor’s closet!? And NO ONE noticed?! (Seriously starting to think he’s… a GHOST. Maybe. I have no idea.) Sorry that they didn’t have a new Riverdale this week- but also not sorry because I want to start DVRing it and I forgot hahha.
Glad that Runaways is so good! I feel like I have heard mostly good things about The Gifted. There are a lot of fairly famous people in it, right?
WAIT. We can’t even go BACK to the damn moon?! That is one of the most depressing things ever. What if we need to get to the Ark in a hurry?! Seriously though, how do you REGRESS to that extent?! Wow. Just wow. And right- why does literally every other country on this planet agree that climate change is real and half of us (present company excluded) are like “nah, fake news”?! I agree with you, I don’t think that this is the best place to live AT ALL. And most studies agree with that. We are notoriously among the lowest developed countries in quality of life, health, mental health, happiness, I could go on and on. And I don’t know what can even be done, since half of the stupid country is apparently cool with it!
Aw YAY, I am so glad it was nice! And not dying was a very good choice 🙂 HA that’s funny about you being “that guy” ? It’s totally fine, you are still recovering! So you get to do all that stuff this year- might as well take advantage of it! Plus, taking it easy is definitely a good plan while recovering. Monopoly sounds fun! I feel like board games are so underrated! Mine was… generic? Hah. I mean, I mostly just chased the kids around and begged them to eat, but then they went upstairs and decided to watch a movie in my parents’ bed, so I got a few minutes of peace to speak to other adult humans, so that was good! No one stays all that long though, which is kind of sad- I do wish we did more of that family kind of stuff, but alas! I DID eat my leftovers for dinner tonight though, and that made me quite happy 😀
I’m starting to think Octavia and her leadership struggles are gonna be a huge part of the season? I know they’ve been teasing that, but that pic, and all these hints… man, IDK. WTF are they doing in/ out of the bunker?? And if Madi is a contender for Heda that sets up conflict between Clarke and O nicely- with Bell stuck in the middle. As usual for him lol.
FTWD is… problematic. I liked how it started, the zombs were here so these survivors got on a frickin boat and said fuck it to the land, because… well, zombs. I thought they had some story possibilities being at sea, but then before long they landed again, lost the boat, and have been on land ever since, and I got kinda bored? But I DO kinda think of resuming it… from time to time. Mainly to see if Alycia’s character gets more badass. Soccer is grueling, and I love how the field is wide open and they just… play. No stops and starts, no bullshit like with American football, and man they have to be in SHAPE. I never played though. And even though I liked it I do get when people say it can be boring- I mean in between the goals there’s a lot of just running around, but I think it’s fun. As for swimming- I LOVE watching swimming on TV. Which I do like- every four years during the Olympics! But I love the races. Swimming and diving… two of my fave events.
I always do that with my email at work, check it constantly. IDK why I don’t with my home account- again I think it’s an OCD thing. Check once daily- if I check more than that then I probably WOULD be checking it all day!
I think I did see Contagion on a WoW, or somewhere anyway. Love the title. Nice that prices didn’t go up- GenCon’s have. Used to be $40 for the 4 day pass and now it’s 70 or 75 I think. Still not bad, but still… course I haven’t been there the alst few years and I guess attendance has surged, so they can definitely get away with it.
I am seriously doubting (don’t tell anyone) if I will go back to SoC. I mean I should give it another try, but my motivation is like… zero. I feel bad, because I won it in a giveaway too, but man I’m having trouble. Maybe eventually… and I am SO picky about fantasy these days. I like it grounded, magic kinda rare and mysterious… if people are throwing fireballs around and it’s just like a teen video game I’m pretty much out. I’ve often said Martin ruined me for most fantasy, because now I sorta look for that similar kind of fantasy and even though there’s a lot of grimdark out there, it’s not just grimdark I want… it’s more of a certain something that just doesn’t come along that often? IDK, hard to explain. Like you just like what you like, right, and can’t always explain it?
Polly is real and you will get more info soon. And Jugs ha ha that is an awesome theory, but no. He’s real too. Although the janitor’s closet thing was… silly. So what do you think of Bughead? We haven’t discussed ships on this show yet I think. I kinda like them although I don’t think its endgame. But he’s not nearly as annoying as Arch. Speaking of Arch, he and V do not work for me, so I’m curious where that goes. Creepiest characters yet- does anyone have the Blossoms beat? Man they’re whacked. Cheryl’s like schizophrenic- like one minute she’s like fuck her parents and will do what she wants, the next she’s like daddy this or mommy that. Speaking of which, I asked in one of my recaps if teens actually say “daddy” at that age, and I got some interesting responses! Some said no but at least one said yes… hmmm…
I might start The Gifted. Since Runaways only has the first three out, I’m caught up.
I know right? Kinda crazy. Like what country goes to the moon and then… forgets how? I mean sure we COULD do it again, but you’d have to re- engineer and relearn, it would take years. I don’t get it. And they talk about Mars *rolls eyes* good luck with THAT one. Not in our lifetime probably- good thing we have science fiction because we’re not going to see the good stuff anytime soon!
Leftovers are the best. Everything tastes off to me right now but I did have some stuffing tonight and it was quite yummy. 🙂 And green bean casserole heated up made me happy earlier today. Oddly enough I’ve eaten very little turkey though. Oh well. Glad yours was nice! And yes kids don’t always cooperate with the eating plan, do they? But glad you got some adult time after they found a movie! We’ve never played Monopoly before on Thanksgiving so I have no idea where that came from, but it was fun. Although we were all so tired everyone just finally said okay we’re done and crashed. And I do love board games but hardly ever play them? Like sometimes at Barnes and Noble I’ll look at the games section and a lot of them look fun? But I never buy any…
Yeah I think the leadership thing is going to be big too- I mean, we knew it would be to some extent, but I think it will definitely last beyond the bunker, from the sound of it? I REALLY hope they don’t try to shove Madi as Heda down our throats- I mean, I think she’s supposed to be 12 or something ridiculous? But Clarke as some kind of Heda proxy… that I could see. Though I reallly kind of hope they do away with the whole damn Heda/nightblood thing? (They won’t though, because well, we have met the Grounders and they love nothing more than to beat a dead horse, so.) I was thinking about how completely disgusting the bunker will be too- can you even imagine!? I hope they really do it justice and make it look as awful as it undoubtedly smells.
Ooooh now I am REALLY intrigued about FTWD! A BOAT!? That is a really good idea unless there is accidentally a zombie ON the boat and then… well, then everyone is basically screwed hahah. And how the hell do you lose an entire BOAT? That takes a special kind of stupid. I assume it’s a smaller boat than I had first pictured, otherwise… I cannot imagine. Yeah I agree about soccer- it’s basically just non-stop running, but then also having to be coordinated in the process! I feel like I could only focus on one or the other- so I’d run around and just ignore the ball or something hahah. I cannot believe you like watching swimming, so few people seem to! Even other swimmers I know don’t like it, but I love it, it’s so fun that you do too! Diving is crazy- I cannot even begin to wrap my head around how a person does it. Our high school meets had a diving event, and it scared the hell out of me because people would get seriously hurt from time to time. I do wish it was on more often than the Olympics, but it IS exciting when they roll around!
HA well at work, you probably just want to be doing other stuff, hence the email checking? Or perhaps hoping for something exciting to pop up? I’m serious though, it’s REALLY good that you don’t have that habit at home- it’s nearly impossible to break. The other day I was laying in bed and literally just started opening and closing random apps- like nothing was new on my email or Twitter, and no joke, I opened the CVS app. Like… WHY? The hell did I think I’d find THERE? So yeah, good life choices you’re making 😀
That really is not bad for a 4 day event at GenCon though! I mean, same as ALA now, and I have a feeling GenCon is a bit more popular hahah. There’s another perk of ALA- the crowds aren’t ridiculous! Speaking of, as I look up stuff on NOLA, I love the ridiculous things that they tell you about too. Like… The Convent Museum. Even if you’re like, super Catholic, it seems an interesting choice? I thought maybe it was something else and I was misunderstanding but… Nope, it’s straight up “tour this place where nuns from yesteryear lived”, so. Today’s “book that will probably be there but if it isn’t oops, not even sorry if it gets you there” is…. The Other Side of Lost by Jessi Kirby! It has a cute cover, and it’s about a girl who heads to the wilderness to get her shit together. And you liked her last book!
Honestly? If you don’t like SoC don’t push it. Why bother, there are SO many other books out there, you know? And don’t worry about the fact that you won it- I mean, the person wouldn’t care, especially since you tried! And frankly, I don’t even want to know how many giveaway books I still haven’t gotten to, so don’t feel bad 🙂 Damn, now you have me wanting to read GoT even MORE. Because I feel the exact same about fantasy- and I LOVE how you described it because yes, you nailed it- like a teen video game! And that is EXACTLY how Maas’s books are, so yeah, you definitely don’t need those either. The worst part for me is, I can never seem to tell BEFORE I start a book if it’s going to be good fantasy or shitty fantasy, and so it’s very hit or miss for me. I also definitely think you’re right about just liking what you like. One of the biggest things for me in fantasy is also something I can’t quite put my finger on- perhaps a uniqueness? Because after I read a few YA fantasies, they all started to feel very similar, and no thank you. Every so often I’ll come across one that feels refreshing, but it’s few and far between, sadly. I even tried a few adult fantasies, but then they can be a bit formulaic too, just wordier. And I’ll totally give you that Game of Thrones seems NOT like that at all.
I am so LOST with this Polly business! Now they’re having baby showers?! The hell? Is there a baby? Is Betty real? Is ANYONE REAL? (Maybe I am reading too much into this bwhahah.) So Bughead. Like, it’s super cute, and I like both characters, but I also don’t sense a ton of chemistry? OH! They’re like Marper! We love them both, they’re kind of cute, but something doesn’t quite work. I mean- for now though I think they’re good for each other, but they are definitely NOT endgame. I feel like Archie and Betty will somehow be endgame and that will be annoying. Betty can do better ? I like Archie with literally NO ONE. I think maybe I just don’t like Archie? Which is unfortunate because it’s kind of HIS show, but alas. The Blossoms are SO weird. Like I am more convinced than ever of inbreeding. Something is wrong with those people. I noticed that about Cheryl and her parents, too! She was so mad at her mom, and she was trying to help Polly escape, and then 5 minutes later she’s like, holding arms with her mom, talking up the Blossoms? What? I am laughing so hard about asking if teens say “mommy and daddy”, that is too funny! So story- my cousin STILL calls her dad “daddy” and sits on his lap. She’s 30. So… ?? We all think it’s creepy as hell though, and have since she was in high school, if that helps?
Ooooh you definitely have to let me know how The Gifted is! Silly Hulu, not just dumping all their episodes at once. This is why they aren’t as popular as Netflix.
Yeah, sure we could, but like… not only the time and energy it would take to relearn it all, but the MONEY, damn. I was reading this thing today that was like “things people who lived 50 years ago wouldn’t believe happens now” and one of them was that we basically abandoned manned space exploration, which was funny since we were just talking about it, but it’s so true! I mean, think about what a HUGE deal that was! I think you’re right about Mars and such not happening in our lifetime, which is kind of sad? I mean, I didn’t plan on heading over there (ha) but I DID kind of assume we would, when I was younger? Now, you’re likely right. It’s funny too, so much of the sci-fi that has humans on all kinds of different planets isn’t even set *that* far in the future. But from where we are now, there’s no way that will happen!
I am sad that I am out of leftovers. The one bad part about years where a shit ton of people come is that there are not as many leftovers haha. I am glad that some of it was good! That sucks that things taste off, surgery has such strange effects sometimes! I am sure it’ll get back to the way it was eventually. I wonder what the medical explanation for it is, if there is one? HA no, the kids never cooperate, especially with eating. They were supposed to be eating their little Pizza Lunchables at a special table my mom put up so I could actually like, sit with my family, but they sure put the kibosh on that 😀 I got to talk to my aunt, and my cousin who I hadn’t seen in like almost a year (the one who calls her dad “daddy”, actually!) so that was nice. Have you ever actually finished a game of Monopoly? Like, ever in life? Because I have not. It always ends with “eh, let’s be done with this now” hahah- and I can imagine it’s even harder after a big Thanksgiving meal! I never play board games either, but I always want to when I see them, too! Especially the ones that bring back childhood memories, those are always calling my name when I’m in stores. Sabrina brought Cards Against Humanity to ALA last year, and THAT was fun- we had wine and played the game. I need to obtain them, I think!
I”m kinda sick of all the nightblood crap too- I’d like to move on? And yeah the bunker is fairly large but not THAT large, especially for that many people. Good point. Although I hope there are unknown depths (you know me- must have tunnels). And honestly I imagine Niylah and Indra take up needed space with their storefronts. Although Indra at least no one is going to say anything, I imagine.
Yeah I liked the idea of FTWD, at first! A yacht is a great idea (I should have specified yacht I guess). The idiots landed it at one point though, and if I remember right it was gone when they got back (dumb???) and they’ve been on land since. As far as I know ha ha since I stopped like a season and a half ago. For all I know they could have reboarded for Tahiti. And swimming- yeah one of my favorite parts of the Olympics. I was all on about Katie Ledecky the last time around- that race she swam where she was like a half a pool length when she finished was frickin awesome! Amazing. And diving is intimidating- the boards are way too high for me lol, but I love watching it. The other event I LOVe is rowing. Sounds boring probably, but I love watching it for some reason! I love how photo finish some of the close finishes are…
The Other Side of Lost hmm?? I did like the other book I read by her, this is true. You’re evil. 🙂 But a convent museum? Um, okay. I imagine that one would NOT be on the itinerary, but hey something for everyone in NOLA ha ha. I imagine there’s a ton of cool stuff down there. Maybe some cool bookstores?
Yeah I sadly might just give up on SoC. If it was shorter maybe… but they’re kinda chunksters, and if I push myself I will slump so bad! Nothing kills my enthusiasm for reading as much as pushing a book I’m bored with. And same for Maas probably. I totally agree about Game of Thrones. The thing for me with that series is the chapters aren’t super long, and he’s readable. They just fly (for me anyway). Yeah he talks about food a bit to much, but other than that… 🙂
Polly! So you’re there and Polly’s having a babyyyyy *sings* Crazy, right? Living with the Blossoms (she’s not the brightest bulb). And Bughead- I just like saying that. One of the better ship names. I feel like archie and Betty are endgame too, maybe because of the comics (although TBH I’ve never read the comics so IDK)? But yeah I’m way ambivalent about Archie, he just does a lot of dumb things (wait til season 2!). And… 30?? Well, okay then. So I guess it DOES happen.
The Gifted is good so far, two episodes in. Not amazing but solid. I have a few issues but they’re luring me in with some of their comic references, since that was my main draw. Love the Lorna Dane character. But yeah Hulu is irritating me a bit with making me watch Runaways weekly. *sigh*
Exactly about the future. I always laugh when something is set a few decades out, and I’m like- dude. Seriously? We ain’t doing THAT anytime soon lol. But imagine all the enthusiasm and national pride about the moon thing and space exploration, and now we’re all like nahhh as a country. I think it’s really sad that at least some of the sci-fi futures we might have dreamed about will never happen?
I am still… eating a bit of stuffing and green bean casserole, I must admit. And it’s mostly tasting good! It might be the medicines, or just a side effect of surgery. Who knows, but it’s irritating! And I don’t even know for sure how Monopoly is SUPPOSED to end- isn’t it the last one with the most money? I think so. That’s how we ended- we all got tired and just quit, and I had the most money. Ha! Which was a shocker since I started with like two properties and a utility. But I got a hotel built after a strategic trade. Slum lord housing. :):) Glad you got some adult time, though. That’s always nice. Cards Against Humanity sounds fun, I think I’ve heard of that? There are some awesome card games out there too…
Yeah exactly, like okay, I think we get it now, Becca made herself a nightblood, blah blah blah. Where else can they even go with it at this point? But, it’s also probably no small coincidence that Clarke called Madi “Little Natblida” either, so we’re probably going to be hearing about it forever hahah. I am with you in regards to the tunnels! I really hope that there is some kind of secret area where the REAL shit goes down. (Aka, where they cook their former Chancellors.) Or secret tunnels where the rebellion starts! Secret passages! Hidden caves! I want it all. OOOOH! Maybe Indra and Niylah have an underground shop- like The Hob in The Hunger Games! And they go sell all their wares there on the dl! I love it. LOVE. IT. And then O has to decide whether to punish them! Here for that storyline.
OOOH a yacht! Like that fancy one that Kellogg had!? Because running for zombies on a fancy yacht would be so wonderfully ironic! So dumb that they LOST it- sounds like the plot of Gilligan’s Island or something ? Now they’re trying to dodge zombies with a coconut radio and a gun made out of a tin can and a pencil. Someday I may give it a try, just to see Alycia and how silly it is. Plus I am speeding through Riverdale, sad.
GAH I loooove the races where you’re so far ahead! I like Katie Ledecky too, since she is a distance swimmer and that was my thing too. Obviously not anywhere near as good as her bwhaha. But yeah- I know a lot of people like the shorter events because they’re “more exciting” but man, those stress me out! I can’t even tell who wins until I see the clock. And I know some people can be motivated by having to catch up, but literally nothing made me more excited to swim than not having to worry about winning- like, being ahead like Katie. It was like, the pressure was off, and it was just… enjoyable. Lapping people is hands down the best part of being a distance swimmer. One thing I am vowing to do in 2018 is to find somewhere to swim again. And this conversation is making me want to do it even more 🙂 OH! The platforms and shit are so scary in diving, it’s hard for me to even watch them. We only had the low boards in high school meets, but at my summer team’s pool they had one of the higher ones, and the most I’d ever do was jump off it because HELL no hahah. Rowing seems SO HARD. Like my arms hurt just thinking about it. PLUS, if you don’t do it fast enough, Jaha feeds you to the sea monster, so there’s that downside. I like gymnastics too, just because i can’t wrap my head around it, but I also don’t think gymnasts are treated very well, so I have like, moral issues with it hah.
HA not evil! It may seem so, but really, I am just helping you make good life choices. You’ll thank me someday 😀 Just THINK of all the fun things we could do! OH and I love the bookstore idea! HOW did I overlook this!? That is a fail on my part. So. There is one called… Octavia Books! AND there is a bookstore in William Faulkner’s old house! That is so fun! There is one called Tubby & Coos and its actual slogan is “Your Nerd Mecca” so that has to happen. OOH and you know, there will probably even be some 2019 books at ALA come to think of it… I should expand my search 🙂
Ohhhh then definitely stop, you do NOT want to be in a slump. The plot of the series isn’t even great. I mean, I liked the characters a lot, and I liked the world from the other series? But I felt that it was draggy too, so definitely not worth it. Short chapters are key! I think I can read longer books MUCH more easily if the chapters are manageable. And if it’s good, I end up “just one more chapter”-ing until I read the whole thing anyway! And…. is there such a thing as talking about food too much? Now I am even more curious!
Polly really does seem kind of dumb. Is that awful? Like- I know she was hoping to spy on them or whatever, but they’ve got like, a century of experience at being shifty assholes, so they probably can see right though you, Polly! And WHY exactly did Veronica need to have some sort of weird dance battle with Cheryl? Also, I know they aren’t actually 15-16, but it creeps me out that we’re supposed to THINK they are, when they’re clearly playing up a very sexual angle. I like the name Bughead too, it’s fun! I had seen it places before, because it’s hard to miss Riverdale stuff, and I like it! In the first episode Jughead said something about Betty and Archie being endgame. And while I know that doesn’t MEAN anything… it could? I still don’t like them together. I feel like there aren’t enough dudes to choose from on this show. Like- you’ve got Archie and Jughead as the only two heterosexual males who aren’t complete pieces of shit so far. That… isn’t great for the ladies of Riverdale. Also, WHY are all the parents on this show such disasters?! Like not ONE of them has their shit even mildly together. No one! I know Jughead’s dad is a known mess, but to show up at a high school drinking party!? And then Betty’s mom looking out the damn window at it… ugh. And Betty’s dad! (Who is he, by the way? He looks very familiar to me, the actor, but I can’t place him.) I love how they act like 10 year olds, locking each other out, throwing bricks through windows. Good times. Molly Ringwald popped in from Chicago and I cannot take her seriously. I just can’t.
It is pretty weird to have a streaming service like Hulu and still only put shit out once a week. Maybe that is because they WANT people to not be able to cancel after the trial is over? Either way, rude. I am still moderately curious about The Gifted, too. Is it doing well in the ratings? I feel like I never even want to try stuff now until I know it’s going to be renewed!
It IS sad- and all the people who worked at NASA- not even just astronauts, but everyone who believed in its usefulness- must be so pissed to see how it all ended up. And why? It’s like if the earlier settlers were like “nah, hard pass on exploring the rest of this landmass, we’re cool here in Massachusetts” and no one ever moved anywhere and such. Like if you don’t find out what else is out there, you’re stuck with what you have, and we’re doing such a bang up job of ruining what we have that it’s probably smart to look elsewhere? Idk.
GAH I am jealous of your leftovers! I mean, I probably wouldn’t eat the casserole because green beans aren’t my fave, but it reminds me of this amazing potato casserole thing my grandma used to make. And stuffing, of course! Now I have to go back to making my own food, no one wants to do that! I hope that whatever the cause of the weird taste is, it gets itself over with soon! That seems quite annoying for sure. I think Monopoly has two ways to play, technically- you can set a time limit and whoever has the most money wins (so like you did basically) OR the long way (the original way) which is where the winner is the last person with ANY money- so basically they’ve bankrupted everyone else. But I think the long way would take actual days? HA nice job winning! There’s the takeaway from Monopoly: It pays to be a slumlord. Cards Against Humanity is great and also awful, and you end up laughing at stuff while also thinking “shit, does this mean I am a horrible person”? BUt everyone else is doing the same thing so it’s fun hahah. I always see games that look so fun, but then it’s like… ARE they? I need someone to vouch for them before I buy!
Same. So over it. I love the idea of rebellions starting in secret passages, or Chancellor cooking areas. Yes to all of that! And tunnels! How about The Reapers somehow survived the fall of Mt. Weather and their tunnels connect to the bunker, so they can cause all kind of trouble. Somehow I sense that is NOT happening but I can dream. 🙂 And I could definitely get behind a secret underground store. A little black market action maybe? Maybe some illicit trading in, um, frozen “former Chancellor ” patties? Food is scarce, you know. 🙂
Yes a yacht! and they land, leaving it unguarded. I don’t remember how realistic they were regarding fuel, but I wanted more yacht. Although Kellogg’s might have been a smidge nicer- but they were both pretty good. I would basically never land, except for fuel? And you know, food. Oh it might be worth a laugh- I ponder going back to it occasionally.
Yes you must swim! It’s so easy to lose our passions in life sometimes, so if you love it you definitely should! That’s really interesting about distance swimming- I know virtually nothing about the sport of swimming, but yeah Ledecky was amazing and I just love it every four years when it rolls around. If I were a swimmer I would probably gravitate to the shorter races, since I liked short distance stuff in track (I know they’re totally different, but when I did track I loved the sprints and stuff- the long runs, not so much lol). But it’s all awesome. Lapping people WOULD be a good feeling, I have no doubt. 🙂 Just that feeling of accomplishment.
Diving I LOVE to watch- all those complicated dives off the top board, I could watch all day. One of my favorite Olympic events. Although I wouldn’t even CLIMB that high. And rowing- yeah I don’t know what it is, but I love seeing those boats go head to head. But yeah you’d probably feel DEAD afterwards. Gymnastics I totally agree. Amazing skill but something seems off in that sport…
Lol you are definitely a NOLA cultural ambassador now!! I mean, seriously- I’ve learned more about Nawlins from you in the last few days than I ever knew before! “Nerd mecca” does sound like a good one. Octavia Books? Nice.
Yeah I need to step away from the SoC, sadly. And I am a total short chapters person. Same here- I can totally read more if the chapters are short and punchy. Or even just not super long. I’ve heard people say that Martin can drag a bit, so obviously not everyone agrees, but half the fun (for me anyway) is the combination of his relatively short chapters with a different POV every time- they recur, obviously, but with so may different storylines going on, you never know what you’re getting next.
Polly is kinda dumb. And Veronica vs Cheryl *laughs* gee ya think they were going for the male audience there lol? I rolled my eyes so hard. I even saw a behind-the-scenes of the dance-off on the website or something, so they clearly have a tin ear when it comes to the supposed-to-be-high-school-but-we’ll dance-all- seductive angle.
Who thought THAT was a good idea?? Bughead need to stay together just because of their awesome ship name. You’re right, there aren’t enough dudes. I guess there’s Reggie (recognized that actor from 13 Reasons Why, but he had to leave the show and now they have another guy playing Reggie in S2) but he isn’t really developed. Good point. Betty’s dad I don’t recognize. And I know right? Pretty silly there Alice and Betty-dad. Oh yeah Jugs’ dad partying with high schoolers? Weird! I had high hopes for Molly Ringwald showing up but felt like it kinda flopped?
I think The Gifted is doing well, but I’m not really sure. I’m not good at following the rating stuff, but I think(??) it’s got a S2 coming? I’m still only two in. The last few days have been… just haven’t felt like reading OR watching. A slump perhaps *sigh*. Runaways I genuinely like though. But weekly sucks. Although TBH I would probably binge Runaways and Gifted and then cancel, so they have me figured out I suppose. 🙂
You know I hate green beans but like green bean casserole? ?? No idea. 🙂 And stuffing oh my gosh I could eat that all day, although I definitely need some yummy gravy t put on it. And I think my appetite is returning? Tonight I ate a whole Jimmy Johns sub (regular size) so yay for me. Heart healthy diet for the win lol. Although I got turkey with tomatoes only so clearly I didn’t go for the TASTIEST item on the menu, but still. I think (hope?) the weird taste thing is gone, I just haven’t felt like anything. Like I get hungry and eat to fill my stomach, but nothing appeals. At least today I enjoyed my sub and wanted the whole thing. A few days ago I would have had like 4 or 5 bites and been done. So that’s progress. And yes the second way to win WOULD take days?? Like I don’t know if I’ve finished a game that way? Or would want to? Ooh a game reviewing feature. There you go! We need more game reviews- board, card, etc. I feel the same way- games ae not exactly cheap now, and who knows if they’re actually fun before you, like, play it? I saw a couple of games I wanted- the Red Dragon Inn (where you basically drink and try to stay sober) and Hobbit Tales: From the Green Dragon Inn where you take turns telling a story and other players try to screw you up). I’m seriously thinking of getting Legacy of Dragonholt too- it looks fun.
Oooh that would be AMAZING- tunnels that lead all over the eastern US!? Yes yes I love it! I mean, sure they’d have to be like, hundreds of miles long, but it’s okay. I really do want to see more of the structure of the bunker, how it functions, etc. though. I hope they show us some of the more “mundane” aspects. Because if Second Dawn built it before the bombs, then it’s basically using current technology, and I want to know the details. Oh I LOVE the idea of not just having a black market, but selling Jaha on it ? Talk about irony. And OMG- you know what I realized? All the stuff of the Second Culling victims is probably still in the bunker. I can see some asshole selling THAT at The Hob (we’re just naming it that now) and then Miller like, gets in a fight with the jerk who tries to sell his dad’s shoes or whatever. The storyline possibilities are endless.
Damn it, now I want to hate-watch this show! Because… WHY? Just why would you walk away from the one damn thing that could save you? I need to see this to understand. Like were they just THAT dumb? Or naive? Or just… cocky? And Idk, if Alycia isnt killing people and ruling the yacht, then frankly it’s just a waste of her talent.
You are SO right- it’s very easy to kind of get out of the routine of doing things we once loved. Like, when I graduated from college, I was so burned out, so I didn’t miss it right away. But after a year or so, I definitely wanted to get back into it, but it was so HARD because pools aren’t exactly easy to access (or cheap). And then you know, life just gets in the way, it becomes less of a priority, etc. But I DO miss it, though more than anything I wish there was a team around here. Bigger areas have teams, and I would love that! Track and swimming aren’t really that dissimilar! I had friends who did both, and they seemed to like the same type of stuff- short events if they were sprinters, long events if they were distance, in both. I always thought it would be so FUN to be a sprinter! Like- I bet you just got to run quickly and then… be done! And then watch everyone else suffer through the bullshit events ? I WAS that bullshit event that people took bathroom breaks during, so yeah. I had a coach who firmly believed in slow twitch versus fast twitch muscles and claimed that you were quite literally born a sprinter or not- in any sport. Which is a fascinating theory. I think it probably helps determine which type comes more naturally to a person, but I still firmly believe that we can train ourselves to be nearly anything we want, within reason haha. How long did you do track for?
Bwhahha RIGHT? There is not a snowball’s chance in hell that I would even make it halfway up those platform ladders! And HOW do they do all those complicated dives? While in the damn AIR? I feel like I can barely walk in straight lines, I don’t understand how people manage to do that stuff. Oh and yeah, the gymnasts are incredible athletes but man, that shit is shady. I feel like there’s always some kind of scandal coming out of gymnastics. And figure skating! That’s another one. Impressive, but all kinds of crap happening behind the scenes. This is why I prefer sports with clocks- it’s cut and dry, you don’t have human error involved.
Ha thanks! To be fair, I also learned more than I had ever known! My prior knowledge of NOLA was: Mardi Gras, frozen drinks, hurricanes, a couple seasons of The Real World… OH and vampires. But the vampire stuff was fictional obviously haha. And like I said, my motives are only partly noble 😀 Some of the pictures I have come across are just gorgeous too- along the river, and just like, happy and bright festivities. Seems like an upbeat kind of place!
Oooh I did not realize that the POV switched, too! I guess that makes sense, since based on what I know of the show, there seem to be a lot of different groups of people. I feel like I can even handle a bit of long-windedness if the chapters are short and things keep switching up. It’s more when I have ONE narrator yammering on for some 30 page chapter about the decor in every room or some nonsense no one cares about that I want to throw books across the room.
HA I thought the same thing about the dance-off! Clearly they were hoping to attract more of the male viewers. That even creeps me out in real life though- like when my brother played football and such, and the cheerleaders were so…. risque, and I just thought it seemed wildly inappropriate. But no one asked me hah. It just… who is the audience in this case? Polly IS dumb! ALSO. How the HELL do you not know you are having freaking TWINS? She’s like, at least 6 months pregnant, there is zero percent chance that she would have not known that. I googled Betty’s dad. Didn’t want to because spoilers, but let’s find out who the hell he is. Okay, he was apparently in Charmed and a few crappy movies. But I can place him in Charmed, now that I think about it. I feel like two episodes into Bughead, they’re already super drama, so I don’t know how long it will last. I’d be very okay with them being endgame, though I doubt it. Also, it WAS sad about Molly Ringwald. But also, I think her career peaked in like, 1984. Like- I watched her in Secret Life of the American Teenager, which was SO. BAD. Like one of those shows you had to watch just to make fun of? And she was awful, but like, everyone was awful because the show and the writing were just that much garbage? But she literally plays the exact same role in this show, and you can’t really blame the show in this case. So, it’s Molly, I’m afraid.
Oh that is funny! I would like, never even try to eat it knowing I didn’t like green beans, so perhaps I’d be missing out! I am still sad that the stuffing is over. My mom will probably make it again during the year at some point but… it’s not quite the same? I am glad your appetite is returning! Maybe it was just like, your body needed to heal so it decided that your interest in food could be secondary hah. I have never been to Jimmy John’s, but I hope it was good- as good as turkey and tomatoes can be, anyway 🙂 That is definitely good progress though, I am glad! It must feel VERY nice to have things slowly going back to normal! That is a GOOD point about game reviews! And no- I don’t think anyone would ever want to play the long way of Monopoly- probably why they threw in the “short” way- which takes an eternity as it is! WAIT. There is a game where you drink and try to stay sober!? Like… that is the whole game?! I must look this up, that is hilarious! OOOOH so you don’t *physically* drink ??? I am seriously picturing this whole game where a bunch of friends get alcohol poisoning but no, the real way seems much more legit and less likely to result in a lawsuit! They all sound really fun, I looked them all up on Amazon, I like the idea of having like, actual stories in the game!
Black market Jaha! I love it. “And over here in the meat case…” and yes wasn’t Jaha having already assigned rooms? So after the Cull they have to clean people’s stuff out of those rooms- it’s all gotta go somewhere. I want to know what their waste disposal facilites are like. Like you said, the mundane stuff. 🙂 And the idea of tunnels leading out to other places is way cool. Because let’s face it, we know jack about Second Dawn, right?
Agreed about Alycia. You see her and you expect LExa and she’s just… not. Although maybe her character is improving? I’ll admit part of me is mulling over picking it up again- IDK. Netflix just kindly informed me tonight that Glitch S2 is now up, so I have that to watch. Glitch is an Australian show about people who come back to life, crawl out of their graves literally, but they’re not zombies. They’re just like they were… sorta. It wasn’t bad. Short seasons too if I remember. So I’ll be Glitch- ing (lol) for a few days… and ooh did you ever see The Returned? The French version, that is. I guess the American remake sucked. Another show about people coming back, but it’s in French and is super creepy (but not violent- it’s like the creepiness without the gore). It may have even inspired Glitch, I don’t know, although the Returned is WAY creepier. I don’t know that I recommend it, because it’s slow, but just wondered if you’d seen it.
I hope you find a way to swim again. I loved sprinting, and hurdles too, even though I didn’t do it long. I only ran one season but loved it. Did cross country too and hated it lol. I HATED long distance running. And the sprinting/ hurdles are naturally some of my favorite Olmpic events! Interesting theory too about fast vs slow twitch muscles- I do think there is a genetic predisposition to some extent but also like you I think the body can do amazing things through training, so I agree- I think it more is what comes naturally but you can overcoe that. And I DID think sprinting was a blast. Such an adrenaline rush. But then again the long distance (in swimming) can be nail biters because it seems like you wouldn’t be able to tell as well where your opponents are (?), so knowing when to turn it on in the final stretch is like sorta instinctual or guesswork? Or do I have that all wrong?
Gymnastics has always seemed weird to me because they take these little kids and their whole life becomes about being perfect in these exercises which of course perfection is impossible, and it just seems… unhealthy? IDK, I know ALL the sports at that level require dedication but man… seems like too much? I don’t even like watching all that much.
Same here about NOLA. I know,literally nothing. I imagine MArdi Gras obviously, the hurricane and yeah the vamps… what is about NOLA that attracts the vamp stuff? Is it just the old French/ Creole creepiness factor, or ? I dunno.
You know it’s not even that’s long -winded (unless he’s describing a feast- then maybe)but his chapters all convey something. The plot moves (especially in the first three books). After that there is some valid criticism that he slows things down with all the worldbuilding and new characters, but they’re fascinating to me so I give it a pass? But maybe not everyone would? But by then you’re invested (enslaved)? Ha ha all I can say is, if you ever do read them, I will happily listen to any praise/ gripes you have. Speaking of which, I need to pick up THG again. I have literally read NOTHING in a week, have just not felt like reading. But THG is my next one (I actually started it and read a few pages and was like pulled right in, usually a good sign) so don’t think I don’t like it- I just have had zero motivation to read. And I’m on the verge of DNF-ing Barbary Station because borriiinnggg. Haven’t touched that in probably TWO weeks… It’s been a shitty week that way. 🙂 I’m just gonna read THG and maybe I’ll go back to Barbary Station at some point (or perhaps not).
Lol about Molly. I saw her in exactly two or at most three shows- all 80’s movies (Breakfast Club, etc) so I literally have not seen her in any recent acting role before Riverdale. She was definitely not setting anything on fire though with her acting. And yeah I feel like Polly should never have been introduced because she… does nothing? Even in S2 now she’s mostly an afterthought.
Why do we only have stuffing like a few times a year? And yeah I didn’t eat green bean casserole for years because yeah green beans. Funny that. I was reading about post surgery stuff and it said your body needs a lot of protein and whatever to heal, so maybe that explains why in the last few days I’ve been HUNGRY. Like my appetite is back even though my appreciation for food is still kinda meh. Jimmy Johns is okay, I used to hate em because you couldn’t get olives or anything- they’re very bare bones on sandwich offerings- but IDK I like em a little more now, their bread isn’t bad and I think their turkey’s better than Subway? May be just me though. And ha yes I should have specified that about Red Dragon Inn, shouldn’t I? It does look fun, but I actually went ahead and ordered Legacy of dragonholt today. Maybe I’ll review it after I play it. I loved the artwork and the sound of it.
OMG YES. And Jaha sells better than the randos that O has killed. Like you have to pay more for the better “quality”. Jaha is top tier of course, whereas random Delphikru guy would be cheap, comparatively. This feels wrong but… I’m okay with it ? And then the same thing with personal effects- your Sgt. Miller boots go for WAYYY more than FYODad boots. This is probably when Miller causes a scene and Jackson has to talk him down and then they get married. For reasons. Ooooh waste disposal, good call! THIS is why I think it will be VERY foul in there- they can’t have *that* good of a system with our technology! Maybe it’s fine for a few weeks but come on, after 6 years!? And YES- we know basically nothing about Second Dawn OR Cadogan- just what Jaha told us in The Four Horsemen, which wasn’t much. I feel (hope?) that they’ll come into play. OH! OH. What if Cadogan is ON THE GAGARIN?! Or someone from Second Dawn is? It isn’t an impossibility! Maybe that is how they get the bunker people out- a second entrance!
I hate that her character is so lame in FTWD. I mean, I know that isn’t fair to expect a Commander but… The 100 trumps everything, so I DO expect her to be a leader and a badass forever. I kind of want to watch it too- but someday haha. I have heard of Glitch, actually! I feel like I may have even watched a few minutes of it but I don’t know why or when or what happened after that? But regardless, it’s on my Netflix watch list. I had not seen The Returned, or heard of it! But I love that it can be creepy without gore- I hate when shows just rely on the gross factor. I am kind of curious about it, I looked it up. I mean, the slowness isn’t appealing of course, but the creepiness kind of is! Have you ever watched Shannara? That’s another one that Netflix keeps trying to get me to watch. I watched like, 2 episodes when it came out, but then was like… meh. But I heard it got better, but also I don’t trust those people.
Aww what made you stop running? Especially if you loved it, that’s kind of sad! Cross Country always seemed so hard. I hated running- our coach used to make us run in the pre-season before we were allowed in the pool, and I was the WORST, and I also hated it. We’d often run some of the same routes with the Cross Country team, and they made it look so easy, whereas I’d be literally ready to keel over in the street ? Good times. Hurdles must have been HARD! Does it take as much coordination as it appears to? Because it seems like the timing has to be REALLY precise! It’s funny because I think that the adrenaline rush was WHY I didn’t like sprinting- it was too much for my anxious mind hahha. And I think I’d get so nervous that everything else would leave my head, including the ability to actually swim properly bwhahah. As for distance events, I think everyone is different? Like- I knew where everyone was because that was how I did best- but I also knew people who NEVER looked and had no idea. We had counters, too, because hell if I can worry about counting while swimming hahha. Mine would give me messages, we had like, a system! So I’d know how I was doing based on how she’d move the counter. But then some people didn’t want to know even what LAP they were on until the last one, which… more power to them, but I simply don’t understand! And the nail biter races in distance events are mostly only on an elite level- most of the time in high school and college, I was practically swimming by myself, there was just such a huge difference in times. Except for a few close competitors of course!
YES that is my exact problem with gymnastics! Have you ever seen the movie Stick It? It’s really good, and basically a commentary about all the fucked up stuff behind the scenes in gymnastics. Like- do you remember when they used to let straight up CHILDREN in the Olympics? Like 12 years old! And it stunts their growth and delays puberty, and all kinds of stuff. It is definitely unhealthy, no question. And now all the stuff about the doctor abusing the girls, makes me sick. I agree, it makes me not want to watch it either (I only do during the Olympics anyway but still) because supporting it seems so wrong!
So I had no idea either about why New Orleans is such a hot spot for the whole paranormal scene. And apparently, there IS no one explanation! The whole NEw Orleans Voodoo stuff comes directly from the African people who ended up there- it’s a unique mix of African culture, but is unique to New Orleans also- so it isn’t found anywhere else, or from anyone else, so that’s fascinating. Also, I guess the ghost thing is because of A) all the disasters throughout history, and B) Graves being washed up on the regular because of all the flooding. But other than that, most of what I have found says that it’s just something that has always flourished there, for whatever reason- no distinguishing event or group of people had anything to do with it, just a collective mood over time? (Another reason that the Drunk History tour would be super fun hah.)
You really are making some good arguments for these damn books. And I DO have the first two. If George would just give SOME indication that he’d finish the series, I’d start it tonight! But I just don’t trust him, I don’t! But I also don’t want to wait another decade to read them, so… UGH I might, it DOES sound good. Oh wow, a WEEK? That is certainly a slump. I am sorry! I agree though, THG does pull you in quickly! And it’s not at ALL long winded or unnecessary, if that helps? Ohh just DNF Barbary Station. I looked it up and it has a 3.3 rating, that is LOW. And if you don’t like it… eh, why bother? (I should really take my own advice hahha.) Plus it is a series- are you really going to ever want to read the next book?
It’s… bad. She has like, ONE role she can play, and sorry, but at 49, no one is buying the “innocent 16 year old” act anymore. I feel bad for thinking she’s that bad of an actor but… I really do. Polly, I have no use for Polly. She’s a plot device, nothing more. And I mean, they could have made her a bit more interesting if we had to be stuck with her! Though I am kind of curious about her relationship with Jason. And how old is she supposed to be, anyway? I am so confused.
RIGHT? My mom said it isn’t even hard to make so why not make it more often!? Maybe it would lose some of its specialness? Ohhh yeah, that makes sense! I am sure your body does use a lot more nutrients and such while recovering- plus you probably didn’t eat much in the beginning because of course, you had just had surgery! It sucks though to now NEED food but still not want it.Hopefully that part of the recovery will catch your appetite back up with your actual hunger! You know, you just made me realize why I don’t love Subway- I find their bread very “meh”. And the fact that I literally just get turkey or chicken on bread with like, cheese or mustard or something means that the bread being decent is kind of important. Honestly I just prefer to make myself a sandwich, since i am so ridiculous with the toppings. I also think it’s funny that Jimmy Johns, a sandwich shop, has limited sandwich toppings! Like come on Jimmy, that’s your WHOLE BUSINESS! Bwhahah I feel like I would fail at my version of Red Dragon Inn, but so would everyone else ? Ohhh I am glad you bought the game you were excited about though! You definitely deserve a splurge after all you’ve been through! I hope it’s fun, and you definitely should review it- that would be such a fun post!
Yeah Jaha’s filet mignon and some of these rando assholes are like you know chuck or something. Inferior quality. Although apparently none of them are organic or grass-fed for all hipsters out there. This is the apocalypse- deal with it! lol Ooh and what if Jaha knows more than he’s telling about Second Dawn and/ or cadogan? He’s always got an angle, after all. Cadogan on the Gagarin would be KILLER. Talk about a twist.
If you ever watch FTWD let me know and I’ll jump back in when you get to mid-season 2 or wherever the crap I left off. I’m two episodes in to Glitch S2 and it’s pretty lame so far. The biggest surprise I got was a guy from Black Sails showed up on it. But now I remember the flaws from S1- too many plot points and storylines and not enough answers. Shannara I thought sucked- sorry! Don’t know how else to say it. I got through 4 episodes or so, I think, but then just couldn’t.
I just drifted away from running. And TBH I didn’t love it- I did love the sprints because I thought I was pretty good (not great, but decent) but I hated cross country! I just joined because my GF at the time was in it, and I soon saw the error of that- I had to actually run, in crappy weather, and I was like no. I liked track more but only did it one season- I guess when I got my license I was like into other stuff and didn’t want to be at school all the time, so I just let it go. Hurdles aren’t actually too bad because you’re, you know, young and fairly in shape. 🙂 You just have to jump at the right time lol. But I’m in awe of the Olympic- level hurdlers, definitely. Interesting about counters- I had n o idea! And I didn’t know that about high school vs like elite either- but it makes sense I guess. Sounds like you were pretty good!
I haven’t seen Stick It but I’m not surprised at all. 🙁
Interesting about New Orleans too. Spooky! I’ve always loved the idea of certain places being “thin” places where the paranormal world intrudes closely on our plane, or places that are just naturally hot spots for that or whatever. NOLA may be one of those, eh? Hee hee.
Yeah I’m done w/ Barbary Station. they way I’ve been feeling, if a book is boring me I just sit on it and don’t read ANYTHING, and I’m afraid it’s going to turn into a huge slump. Like I haven’t picked up a book in days. And I totally get you on GoT. It’s hard to invest in a series that is floundering like that. Although if it’s any consolation you WILL know the end (or at least a version of it) from the show? Ha ha… *laughs maniacally*
Polly *nods* I think she’s supposed to be older than Betty, but not sure? But yeah plot device all the way. She basically disappears in S2 (so far) so it’s clear they’re not gonna use her much? Her and Jason are a little creepy though, they could go some places with that if they wanted to.
I had my visit with the surgeon today and apparently I’m doing well (he pushed really hard on my chest and declared that all was well, my stainless steel wires and titanium chest plate as well as my sternum are doing great (I wonder if I’ll set off an alarm in an airport??). And my X- ray looked good so physically I’m good, it’s just the weird stuff like yeah my appetite sucking. Nothing tastes good, literally. Glad when that’s over. Bread is important. I like how a Subway smells sometimes when I walk in- the bread baking I guess- but yeah the bread itself isn’t always great. And do you ever make a sandwich without, you know, meat? I think I’m weird but sometimes I make a sandwich with mayo, mustard, and cheese (like maybe havarti or provolone) and then heat it up, with a dash of frank RedHot wing sauce on the side. Pretty yummy actually. Or maybe just to me 🙂 IDK, maybe some chopped green olives or a tomato or two also? Does that sound horrible lol?
Thanks! I’m looking forward to it arriving and will definitely share play notes!
Bwhahha yes! Like they wouldn’t even qualify as any discernible cut of meat. The stuff in hot dogs, basically ? Ohhhh I LOVE the idea that Jaha knew more about the bunker/Second Dawn than he let on! Honestly, it would have been a really smart move- he should have withheld a lot of info, he could have had leverage over Octavia. This could be VERY interesting if he did know something. And yeah- I just refuse to believe that Second Dawn and Cadogan were a one-off? This show likes to revisit shit. Though you know what slays me? I was watching Twilight’s Last Gleaming last night and HOW can they not tell us about Hair Clip Girl ever again? It’s rude and upsetting.
OH and I read your comment on the November post-which I’ll reply to eventually, but in the meantime hah- shit has gone DOWN in The Sims! There is a LOVE SQUARE in the Bunkerkru house. Featuring Miller, Jackson, Niylah, and JAHA. I don’t know how he got into the mix, but he and Miller were a thing, then he cheated on Miller with Niylah, and now everyone’s pissed but Miller and Jackson hooked up in the meantime! AND over in Randomkru’s house, the weirdest, most unsettling couple ever formed- Wick and Emori. I have no words. ALSO Kabby might be having a baby, fingers crossed. As for the REAL show, nope, NO news whatsoever. There were some weird spoiler accounts around, but no one knows what their deal is. The CW needs to get their shit together, you’re right, it’s December for goodness sake!
Oh yay, I will definitely let you know about FTWD! I feel like it might be a fun change up, even if it is kind of stupid? And I am sorry about Glitch, that sucks! I feel like maybe after some of the REALLY amazing shows, it makes sense that there will be a few crappy ones, sadly? I mean, they can’t all be The 100 or 12 Monkeys haha. Ugh then I will continue to stay AWAY from Shannara! I feel like I wanted so badly for it to be good, but it just… wasn’t. When I watched the two episodes that I did watch, I found myself playing with my phone and missing entire chunks of time, which… is a pretty bad sign hahha.
Ahhh that makes sense about running. Honestly, no point doing something if your heart isn’t in it- that’s what I always told myself about swimming, if I ever stopped loving it, that’s when I’d be done. Turns out that never happened, but still, I agree with stopping if you aren’t into it. I AM laughing that you joined CC because of a girl ? And NO- I mean, I was young and definitely in shape while I was swimming of course, but I was an uncoordinated mess! I couldn’t really jump, or… actually, maybe I just don’t do well on land, come to think of it ? I am also VERY curious as to these shenanigans you got into after you got your license! I think the difference with high school (and even college) swimming is that there is just such a range of abilities? Like in big events, there are qualifying standards and such, but in high school, any rando can just dive on in hah. I mean… I was… not bad? Like- locally I was good I guess?
Ooooh I like that idea about NOLA! I mean, it’s certainly as plausible an explanation as any I’ve read. It’s interesting, because it seems that the city has always been steeped in conflict and destruction. Like more than other early US cities, certainly. So it’s kind of no wonder that the stories linger! I kind of love that it has this dual vibe of like, creepy, but also festive? That seems so unique, I am really excited for it!
So okay- is the ending of the show actually going to give for real clues for how the books will end? Because in that case… now I actually want to catch up so I am not spoiled! It’s nearly impossible to avoid spoilers for that damn show! And good call on Barbary Station, it sounds a mess. And not picking up a book in days is not a good sign! I’m reading a book right now (Sea of Strangers) that’s like… it’s not BAD, but it’s a hard book to read- all the language and terms are fantasy-world stuff that the author made up. It’s honestly quite impressive, but it’s exhausting too. I just want to read something easy next hah.
Yeah Polly has just been DRUGGED, which seems like an awesome plan for a pregnant person. And then Jughead’s dad was arrested. But I think the sheriff is involved in this cover up. Either that or he’s REALLY stupid, but I think he’s involved. And OMG why the hell is Molly Ringwald going to a high school dance with her ex and Veronica’s mom!? WHY MOLLY? And then she’s like “I’m here to surprise Fred with lunch!” like… aren’t you getting divorced, why are you so damn chipper with him, girl? Tell him to get his own lunch. Can she leave soon, please? Chicago misses her, I bet.
Oh YAY I am so glad that everything went well! I… think you would set off an alarm, actually, it sounds like quite a bit of metal! Though maybe with those new creepy scanners that like, look inside your body, they’d not pat you down haha. Or maybe they would just for shits and giggles, who even knows? But seriously, that is such wonderful news! Did he tell you that you don’t have to sleep on your back? Because that would be extra amazing for you. Did he have any answers about the appetite stuff, or is it just one of those shitty things? Wait, you eat sandwiches without meat? I don’t think I have ever done that! I mean with the exception of maybe a grilled cheese? And even those kind of bore me. I think the hot sauce would help a grilled cheese, though, good call on that. But I think we all have some weird eating habits, right? Like- I prefer to break up tacos and eat them with a fork, and that’s weird. Maybe one of those weird sandwiches would help your appetite! 😀
Hot dog quality lol. Yeah they’re just the scraps. Maybe they weren’t stored properly and they have e coli or some other horrible thing. Even the Reapers would have been like *sniff* no sorry not eating this. We have standards. And Jaha as chancellor on the Ark seems like he would have had access to a lot of history- and wouldn’t survival bunkers be something of interest to chancellors?? I’m liking this angle, it makes sense. And oh yeah hair clip girl *sad eyes*
A love square- with JAHA? Dayum. That is sparks flying right there. and Niylah in the mix? Well she needs love too if O’s not cooperating *smirk* Wick and Emori?? That is… disturbing. I love how these things just happen though? How awesome!
I remember now that FTWD started kinda slow, so if you do try it eventually keep that in mind? One of the characters is like a teen druggie so he’s like in a drug house when it starts, and it takes a while to get going. Sorta picks up then when they finally get on the yacht, but then I got bored again in season 2, so … yeah. But… it does have Alycia. And Shannara yeah… sadly. I wanted it to be good too. But then I’ve seen some bloggers say they like it. I don’t know how ha ha but to each their own. Glitch unfortunately is boring the shit out of me, but Runaways so far is good!
I know, joining CC for a reason like that is like a bad YA plot, no? She was really into CC and I totally wasn’t. And the shenanigans probably aren’t as fun as they sound, but it was just like after being at school half the day and being able to drive, hanging at school MORE or going to practice just didn’t appeal, you know? So I decided to keep my schedule free ha ha. Which was a good call, because once you can drive you want to go EVERYWHERE. And swimming- that makes total sense.
You’re gonna have to share lots of NOLA pictures. And I do think it’s kinda fascinating how it’s one of the places where the French culture predominated, just like the Spanish in Florida or whatever.
I think the show ending will be very similar to the book ending, but the books will have a lot more detail and perhaps some changes. For example the show (this is probably not a spoiler) is gearing down to be Dany and her dragons vs the white walkers (undead basically) and everything else is secondary to that. Same with the books except it’s a LOT more complicated than that. More characters, subplots, etc which the show just doesn’t have time to deal with. So I think the endings will be very similar, but again the road to getting there is way more detailed, certain characters are still alive in the books that they killed on the show, etc. I used to hate that we would get th show ending first, but now, with the books taking so long, I’ve accepted it because I get an ending and then if the books arrive I get the real ending lol.
I seriously hope the sheriff is involved, because if he isn’t he’s like the worst sheriff ever? Which I think he is anyway?? And Molly *sigh* you know it’s funny they praised her work when she appeared but I notice she hasn’t been back in S2 yet so that may be proof that they were like publicly gracious but privately were like- um, she didn’t really work out. 🙂 And you must be like close to the end right? If they’re getting into the Polly stuff.
Yes I can sleep however I want now. Although it’s funny I slept on my side and had the worst frickin side pain, so I was then like uh did I overdo it? Ha but it’s all good now, I think there are just random pains and tightnesses that come and go in the chest region, and it’s just the healing process. It does feel liberating. He didn’t say much about the appetite but from everything I’ve red online it seems pretty common? Same with sleep problems, so… yeah. And I had a feeling I was an outlier on the whole meatless sandiwch thing… it’s a pretty new development for me. I actually did it once because we were outta meat so that’s how that came about. And found I liked it? Especially since I’m trying to cut back on deli meat (which is apparently not heart healthy- isn’t tha a shock??) And tacos sound kinda good broken up! I’ve eaten that way sorta with a fork and the taco shell plus meat plus hot sauce or taco sauce tastes good that way! Besides tacos always break anyway don’t they so forks are often required?
Ooh tha game arrived today and it’s like this huge box and HEAVY. Can’t wait to crack it open… *rubs hands together*
Oh I am DYING at the thought of some savage, filthy Reaper turning down FYODad- “ewww no thank you, he has passed his sell-by date” ? You’re right, it DOES seem like Jaha would know what is up. In The Four Horsemen, he DOES explain why he didn’t look more for bunkers when they were sending The 100 down, so there is some continuity there- and it leaves the storyline open, too! I also found another plot hole! So, I was watching His Sister’s Keeper, and Aurora was giving birth to Octavia (which was so stupid by the way, it took like two seconds, which I don’t think is how any of that works? And isn’t there like… Idk, a process afterward? Not just “you’ve had a baby, now fall asleep while your 6 year old cares for it”? I feel like I am failing femalehood by not knowing this but alas, I have no idea) BUT (got off track ha) remember how in S2 Jackson tells Abby that the women have to have their birth control implants out now that they’re on earth? Where the HELL was Aurora’s birth control implant!? I mean, no one seemed to mind all the random sex-for-trade that was happening on the Ark, so… why is THIS the only random woman without an implant!?
The love square is a MESS. Miller was crying in his cereal! And Jackson is super confused, as is Niylah, because she didn’t know Jaha was with Miller when they woohooed, and neither did Jackson when he and Miller did. So… it’s a bad scene over in Bunkerkru. I need to play again (probably tonight because I don’t feel like doing anything else) and I am REALLY trying to get some people in a fight. ALIE has been taunting Riley but all he does is cry and change into his clown costume. The real wild card in that house is Dante, he’s been up to some random shit. I need to get all the houses to mingle, really- that will be when things really heat up!
OH and not really news-news, but I was watching Chelsey’s Instagram story last night and she did a live chat, and Chris was there again, and people were asking about spoilers of course, and she was like “well, Chris and I are filming right now so I guess that’s a spoiler” which it kind of is? Harper and Monty make it at LEAST most of the season, since they’re done filming probably in a month or two!
Ooh that is good to know about FTWD, I will keep that in mind! And exactly- I see bloggers actually liking Shannara but… I was so bored. And kind of confused, but that was probably because I kept missing large chunks because of my aforementioned boredom ? Are you going to keep going with Glitch, or just stop? At least Runaways is good! Oh, and did you see that Stranger Things was officially renewed for S3?
Bwhahah it IS a bad YA plot! But come on, who hasn’t done shit like that at some point, right? I was so scared of driving when I was in high school that I guess I didn’t share the same sense of adventure- at least, at first. Obviously, I got there hahah. But I was like, so unsure of myself I guess? So it’s probably better that I didn’t have a lot of free time to randomly drive around. I got in two accidents in the first month I had my license (both in parking lots, ugh- one in the SCHOOL parking lot!) so… yeah. I was a mess at first! (Again, I must not do well on dry land hah.)
No no no no no. I am NOT sharing NOLA pictures because you are supposed to BE THERE TOO. What is this ridiculousness!? Nope nope not okay, unacceptable. And apparently, it was also ruled by Spain for a decent chunk of time, too. I think that’s one of the things that makes it so unique, so many cultural influences!
Ahhh that makes sense about the books versus the show. I will admit, the dragons are a bit of hesitation for me too because I don’t know if I like dragons even? And I can imagine it’s hard for the show to condense THAT many pages of book into a few short seasons. I like the idea that you’ll get SOME ending either way, but the book ending is always the “real” one of course! (Except in True Blood, the book ending was somehow more shitty than the show, so I refuse to accept it.)
YES exactly the sheriff SUCKS! Or he’s shady. I prefer the latter also, because how can he be THAT incompetent! I watched the rest of S1 last night (now I have to find the first few episodes of S2 that the CW oh so helpfully removed from its website already) and WOW I could not believe that creepy Mr Blossom killed himself! I COULD believe he killed Jason hahah. But not himself! I kind of wonder if he even did, hmmm. And then Fred was shot, damn. And what was with Jughead!? He has Betty in an empty trailer, and he’s more worried about that stupid Serpent jacket!? Betty seemed worried but Idk, I think she should have been pissed. OH and Polly and Jason are COUSINS?! That is so gross. So. Gross. I don’t care that they’re 3rd cousins or whatever, it’s still icky. Glad Molly’s back in Chicago and out of the way of the actual show hahah.
Aw yay, I am glad that you can sleep however you want now! That definitely has to be a relief. And I am sure your mind is just like, hyperaware of all the little pains and stuff because of course you’re going to be extra concerned about it. I am sure that will be something that eases over time too. Well that is a good thing then, that you like meatless sandwiches! I am not at all surprised that deli meat isn’t part of a heart healthy diet, sadly. I feel like it’s very full of salt? And that can’t be good. And yes! Tacos end up being a mess anyway, so the fork is just easier- you go with it from the start, and it just makes sense.
Oh wow! I am curious as to what is even in there that makes it so heavy! I hope it’s fun! 😀
Right? Even Reapers have standards (sorry FYODad- them’s the breaks). He’s like in with the “Manager’s Special”- you know, the meat that’s about to go bad so it’s super on sale lol. Eat within a day and all that. If at all. Good question about the implant. That is what is called a plot HOLE, yes! Explain, Jason *taps foot impatiently* Oh yeah there is no explanation. Well the whole living under th floor for 16 years has always struck me as nonsensical anyway, and then Bellamy letting her out to go to a masquerade is beyond ridiculous. So yeah…
“woohooed” that cracks me up. Sounds like you got all kinds of woohooing going on in Bunkerkru! Riley changing into his clown costume… kills me. Clearly Octavia or someone violent needs to off ALIE, she can never play nice. And Dante! That treacherous old man causing trouble? Sigh. Although at least he’s not as bad as his asshat son… oh and I can only IMAGINE what would happen if they ALL mingle!!!
That is very good news about Chels and Chris *whew*
Yeah, shannars I just couldn’t anymore. SO cheesy. And I read the books back in the day, so I was a little invested. But… no. I did NOT see the Stranger things news, that’s awesome. As for Glitch… I dunno. right now I have no interest, so it may just have to go away. Runaways is great the only thing is having to wait every week. Ugh.
Ha ha speaking of accidents I blew a tire in a parking lot soon after getting my license, so… yeah. I gotcha. I was driving to the store and it was kinda dark and you couldn’t really see the islands in the parking lot very well and I sorta swiped one. BOOM there goes that tire. Talk about embarassing…
I know! But honestly… it’s a long way and I don’t know, what with GenCon and vacations and all, but… maybe? I will certainly try. I would love to go, no question. It’s just a matter of time off and money. I just wish it was a little closer. But I would love to meet up- we will, obviously, at some point, even if I don’t make NOLA.
I know what you mean about dragons because a lot of times you get shitty fantasy where people ride dragons and there’s a dark lord and oh a chosen one and… yeah enough already. Although with GoT it’s a little more nuanced. 🙂 And the dragons are actually… not really seen much? Although that will change by the end obvs. the thing I like about Martin is tha he views magic (including dragons) like Tolkien did- less is more, you don’t throw fireballs around, instead magic is rare and mysterious and always has a price. In the case of Got, one of the neatest aspects of the world is that when the dragons come back (they’ve been extinct) it ushers back other strange phenomena, so that the hint is that dragons bring magic into the world and if they’re gone magic would be also. So it’s interesting to see the series progress as different parts of the world realize oh shit something is happening here.
Yes the Blossoms are SO creepy. I loved that Cheryl burned the place down? Kinda anyway. It all seemed a little unclear to me, and TBH a little iffy, but… they switched gears so fast with Fred getting shot, I just don’t know. Yeah I couldn’t believe Jugs didn’t tell the serpents you know thanks for the jacket, but I’m kinda busy right now lol? I mean really. *rolls eyes* And Polly & Jason is definitely ick factor 10.
I have to admit I kinda like it when my tacos and shit all fall apart, because then I can scoop everything up. Sometimes messy is good! And you know tacos is like one of the few things that sounds good to me right now? That and chili. So clearly I’m an ace in this whole healthy eating thing! Oh well… deli meat, I think it’s the salt, like you said. Heavily processed. Soylent green perhaps. OR just as gross maybe lol. Okay I’ll stop. But I don’t really want to know HOW it’s processed? Some things are better not to know perhaps…
Okay the game has like seven books plus a map and some other assorted stuff… I read through it last night and can’t WAIT to play. Looks so awesome…
HAH FYODad really did get the short end of the stick, didn’t he? I mean, gotta assume that FYOMom died on the Ark or during the trip down, and then they can’t even GIVE his clothes away at The Hob ? Ewww to “manager’s special”. I see those sometimes and cringe. Like I’d just rather NOT eat meat than eat basically expired and/or unwanted pieces? Octavia is basically just one giant plot hole then is what we’re saying? I concur. I mean- Aurora has her, then PASSES OUT, and she somehow doesn’t cry even though she’s never eaten!? It isn’t exactly like 6 year old Bell can go grab a can of formula ? Plus they exaggerate the whole “under the floor” thing- she only was under there when they had inspections, come on.
SO I hosted a PARTY at Casa Delinquent last night. It was a good one. Monty wouldn’t stop talking in a fan forum on his tablet (I shit you not) and was standing on the bed while Jasper sobbed himself to sleep IN the bed- then, still refusing to stop chatting about video games, Monty PEED HIMSELF all while STILL standing on the bed while Jasper slept. Then Bunkerkru came over, along with some of Deadkru. Raven slapped Jackson and he liked it (?? no idea!) And THEN Octavia cheated on Jasper with MURPHY. (Hence why Jasper was crying himself to sleep bwhaha.) Raven set the grill on fire, then Bellamy and Indra had a dance party. After, he and Clarke got pregnant. So no matter what Jason gives us, we have a Bellarke baby. And O might be pregnant but Idk if it’s Jasper’s or Murphy’s. And Clarke is writing a children’s book, titled “The Only Choice” and the tagline is “Also an oxymoron, by the way”. I am having wayyy too much fun with this. I took screenshots of course but there were too many to go through hah.
Ugh then I am DEFINITELY not giving Shannara a second chance. Especially if you read the books- that is a big red flag that it sucks. I almost always at least tolerate stuff if I have read the book. I feel like I read somewhere that Stranger Things (ideally, of course, according to the creators) will be 4 seasons. So I am glad that they’re on their way there. I will probably start it (again) when I am caught up on Riverdale. How many more episodes of Glitch are there? Is it worth like, even bothering? And YAY for Runaways! I should try that soon, too. It does suck that you have to wait a week- just like The 100 and Riverdale! (Do you remember though when we HAD to wait for everything- and when you didn’t catch it live, well, you were screwed and missed it until reruns came around? It’s like we were cavepeople!)
Oh my! Blowing a tire at least could have been an accident when you told other people? ? But I feel you, it IS embarrassing! Especially when you’re young and want everyone to think you can handle it! My worst one was in the parking lot of my school (another YA plot right there ha) and this bus was coming in super fast, and I backed up so it didn’t hit me only… there was a car behind me. And it happened to be this super popular dude and I felt like such an ass. My car was fine (I had a Jeep) but his shitty little Chevy was nearly totaled and my parents had to pay for it out of pocket. And EVERYONE knew what happened. Mortifying. I think one good thing about going to college near Philly was that it made me a much more confident driver, so there’s that haha.
I knowww, it is really far. And money, and time, and all that. Plus I know you really want to do GenCon and that is MUCH closer. So yeah, I get it, it makes sense. BUT I think then we should make for-real plans, yeah? (Clearly, I am a person who LOVES a plan, hence all the researching for NOLA hahah.) So yes. Plan. Let’s. 🙂
YESSS! You nailed it, that is EXACTLY the shit I hate about dragons! Like I have read a few books where they DO work, but some are just so eye-rollingly cliche! And I LOVE that the magic is rarer- I don’t mind it as much if it’s a more low key element but if everyone is just throwing magic around, it almost makes me feel like the stakes are LOWER, because if everyone can do it, who even cares? Ooooh I like the idea about the extinction and coming back, because like- that is how it would work in reality, right? Like if dinosaurs popped back in, things would get pretty complicated, even if not in a magical way. Goodness, you really ARE going to convince me to read these! I feel like you sell this series like I sell The 100 😀
So wait- Mr Blossom didn’t kill himself, right? Mrs Blossom killed him? That is what Cheryl insinuated, it seemed? ALSO Grundy’s dead! YAY. I mean, she was with ANOTHER student, she was NEVER going to learn. Now Archie is doing drugs? ::Rolls eyes:: And YES! That is exactly what Jug should have done! I mean come ON, dude! Meanwhile, Archie’s dad’s on freaking life support and he and V are in the shower ? #Priorities OH and Hiram is hereeee. He is sketchy as hell. I am mostly pissed at whatever he did to Smithers! I liked him! Also, fun fact, Hiram is played by this guy who was like THE good guy on All My Children (both my grandmas AND my mom watched that back in the day, so, I did too by default) so it is really fun seeing him as the bad guy!
WELL, I think you can probably make heart healthy tacos? I mean- you could use super lean beef OR ground turkey as an alternative? Plus I am sure moderation is key to just about everything. I hope, anyway, because if they forbid you from eating stuff, that sucks and I am sorry. How strict are all the orders and restrictions and such? I laughed at the deli meat having Soylent green. Probs FYODad, you should avoid it just in case. I never, ever want to know how like, 99% of food is made. Ignorance, in this case, IS bliss.
Whoa, 7 books!? Like… do you need them for game play? This is quite interesting! I must say, I like this far more than regular board games, I like that you actually have to think and strategize and such. And a MAP. Everything is better with a map! I hope you love it, you definitely have to let me know.
Yeah FYODad just can’t catch a break. Course he’s dead now so oh well. And the more you think about Octavia’s life the more crazy it sounds, with those tiny living arrangements and seriously no one EVER heard her cry, she was never sick and needed a doctor, etc? Wow okay that’s a lot of suspension of disbelief, but whatever… she rocks so we don’t care. 🙂
Monty PEED himself?? That actually happens? And pregnancies? Clearly I’m not playing the right games lol. So let me get this straight- Bellarke had their moment, and it just organically happened? Or did you, um, nudge em along? *wink* I mean my understanding of the game is that a lot of this stuff just randomly… happens? It must be fascinating to watch. You should be sharing this in a post, seriously. But I like that they’re all mixing – that’s nice and neighborly. Casa delinquent lol.
Yeah skip shannara. Trust me. Glitch has 4 eps left I think, so I COULD finish it but not sure I can gut it out? I dunno. Glitch at this point I would say is NOT worth it. there are better shows out there, Stranger Things and Travelers and yeah Runaways. And yes cavetimes- exactly. What a backwards ass system. In an environment like this Netflix gets full props for being forward thinking enough to drop ALL their shit at once, this enabling our binge instincts. Everybody else needs to get with the fricking program! 🙂
Oh I feel for you in that situation, that must have been awful, although in your defense you WERE trying to avoid getting splattered by a bus. Do buses drive crazy or what? They’re like Chicago taxis FFS. Will run your ass down. Here I’ll embarrass myself even more. So I’d been driving for a couple years maybe, IDK, and I went to pass this older couple on a slippery road. Well genius me slipped and went off the road and quite a ways into an empty field! Those senior citizens must have been laughing their ass off. I was SO embarrassed but also learned a valuable lesson. Although they WERE going slow AF. Glad there wasn’t a ditch O.o
Exactly. We’ll make it happen. One way or another, I feel like with all the book events and cons and stuff, and you have friends here that we will definitely get together. Which will be all kinds of awesome. 🙂 Have you ever thought how cool it would be to have like a blogger-con, where bloggers set up a convention for the community? Like I remember reading a while back about some gamers who got together and had their own mini- con at the house, and bunch of them (many were game designers) got together for a weekend and just… gamed. And hung out. Sounds like fun. Or it could be a smaller con at a midprice hotel or something… I’m actually surprised this hasn’t happened yet, now that I think about it. and there’s a bunch of smaller cons that are more “official” that happen all the time, under the radar- Detroit for example has a few that I’ve seen various bloggers talk about, but I’ve never been to. I’ll have to look into some of these cons and see what their deal is…
Ha ha I do tend to advocate for GoT, so I’ll stop before I get annoying. 🙂 It’s fun because I read it first in the early 2000’s, long before th HBO thing, so it’s really cool to see it take the world by storm. In a way although it’s gotten SO big. Did you read the Hunger Games before the movies came out? That probably would feel the same way maybe?
I think Cliff DID kill himself? Although I don’t remember the Cheryl comment, so maybe you’re right? And I KNOW about Arch and V getting it on in the shower- I made a big deal out of that in my recap cause I was just like, no. You cannot have that little class! Sadly they do apparently. I kept thinking what if Fred died while they were- you know- occupied? That would be awkward. Hiram is indeed a bad dude, but that’s awesome about the role reversal! Too funny. And Smithers better be okay!!!!!
I do usually get lean beef, so that’s good enough. I’m not cut out to be a monk or a vegetarian even, although I’ve thought about it. But what the fuck would I eat? Kale and romaine and broccoli every 5 frickin minutes? IDK how long that would last. Maybe a day. But you’re right, moderation is everything. Pizza every Friday and maybe once during the week, eating out, Chinese food at will, you know… something’s gotta change I guess. 🙂 So yeah… I’ll figure it out. The only real diet restrictions I have are a heart healthy diet- whatever THAT is. Lots of fruits/ vegetables/ whole grains apparently, oh joy. It’ll be an adjustment. The big thing is restricting salt, since apparently salt is bad. why does salt have to be bad?? Oh and I could never give up tacos, because YUM.
Yes 7 books. It’s like there’s a really thin rule book, a character creation book which is kind of meaty, and then a village book which is like THICK. It details the whole village. Then the other books are scenario guides- one details the journey to the village, the next one details adventures around the village after you get there- you go into forests and mines and stuff, fight monsters, all that. It’s like a Choose Your Own adventure- each character takes turns making the decisions, and whatever choice you make (from the choices provided) determines what happens. So you go from decision point to decision point until the scenario is resolved. I think it’s gonna ROCK.
HA maybe FYOKid will end up taking up where his dad left off and cause trouble in the bunker! And seriously, do you notice that pretty much ALL the unbelievable storylines center around Octavia? The non-crying, non-sick, non-hungry baby, the falling off a cliff AFTER being stabbed and then riding her horse home, etc? They are really lucky we love her, no one would have put up with such a storyline from pretty much any other character!
Oh yes, Sims can pee themselves. I mean, it usually happens if the bathroom is occupied, but apparently can also happen because Monty won’t put his freaking tablet down for a hot second. He was literally ONE room away from the bathroom too. YEP pregnancies happen! In fact, both Abby AND O might be pregnant, they just haven’t taken tests yet. And Raven actually! And maybe Emori? Apparently, birth control isn’t a thing though ? And no, it wasn’t *quite* organic- though I did find them kissing on the patio with no prompts from me! But I sent them to try for a baby. Because of course I did. It DOES randomly happen- but you can kind of… help things along. Or prevent them! Like- at the start, Bellamy was flirting with Harper and I shut that DOWN. You can also set it to like, keep playing without you, but I play rather infrequently, so who knows what would happen if I did that! I’d miss all the things! OH and I am sharing it in a post! Soon, in fact! 😀
I do trust you, I shall be skipping! And ugh. Will there be another season of Glitch? Because if so, DEFINITELY skip it. Because no one has time for that. Ohhh Travelers, that is another one I want to watch! I started it once for like 5 minutes but then The 100 dragged me back in hah. I have a love-hate relationship with the bingeing, tbh. On one hand, yes it’s great because you get to watch all the things at once. But then… it also kind of spoils me, because then I get salty when I don’t have ALL the immediate gratification ?
YES I do half blame the bus! There wasn’t enough room for two cars, let alone a car and bus, to get through, and I had pulled out just to see around this other car. Oooh my goodness! In YOUR defense, the elderly people should not have been going ridiculously slow- sometimes it’s just as dangerous to drive that slow, too. HA kind of wonder if they even noticed you flying off into the field! OH here’s a snowy one for you (it’s like a game of who can embarrass themselves more here ?) so I was in college, it was snowing a LOT, and I was too lazy to clean off my car. I was on my way to swim practice (our pool was like, a half mile away, and again, lazy). So I stop to pick up my friend, pull to the side… and right into a stop sign, which proceeds to take the side mirror completely off my car. That one might have been the flat out stupidest one I have done- I knew the stop sign was there even!
Yes, I concur. It is definitely something that needs to happen and would in fact be awesome 😀 I mean, if there are no decent events, screw it, who needs an event? I’ll just take a drive in the spring or summer, when we’re both free! Holly would probably be up for me stopping by hah. And if she isn’t, that’s okay too, I’ll see her in NOLA, no big deal there! A blogger event would definitely be fun. I feel like someone did one in like, Florida maybe? A year or two ago? But then I never heard much about it, so Idk how it went. That’s a good point about smaller cons, too! You should definitely look into some, share your findings!
And NOOO it is not annoying! I am actually quite glad that you’re such an advocate because you cleared up a lot of the hesitation I was having about the series- and I don’t want to miss out on things just because I am focused on ridiculousness I made up in my head! Oh wow, you have been a fan of them for a LONG time! That is pretty fabulous, to kind of be able to follow it from close to its inception! I DID read The Hunger Games before the movies came out but not a LOT before? Like- they had started casting, I think, when I read them, but I didn’t know anything about the movies. Speaking of, have you made any progress, or still slumping?
YEAH that Cheryl comment was just like, a one-off, but in her mom’s hospital room, and it made her mom keep quiet about the fire so… maybe it’ll come back around? I kind of hope her mom DID kill him, because I hate that guy. OH I have to read your recap! I should start doing that, now that I am almost caught up. Because RIGHT? Like- I can’t even imagine WANTING to be doing that while your dad might be literally dying? And like… wouldn’t you ONLY be thinking of your dad, and then EW? And what the hell made Veronica think it was a good idea!? OMG I love your point about Fred dying- Archie would have become a priest or something because he’d have thought that him having sex killed his dad ? Is Jughead going to cheat on Betty with this Toni Topaz person? Because I will be SO pissed. And WHY do the Lodges think it’s just FINE to have rum and mimosas with teenagers!? These people are all so fundamentally fucked up!
I feel the same way about vegetarianism. Like- I’ll see a cute pig or some such animal, and I will feel like a REAL asshole, you know? Because sure, I CAN live without bacon or beef or whatever. But I don’t *want* to? And then veganism, what even? Like you can’t eat cheese or eggs, or like ICE CREAM, so yeah, you’re literally gnawing on lettuce and I don’t even like lettuce. Because it tastes like what I imagine my backyard would taste like. I like broccoli, but I’d certainly not want it at every meal. Sadly, Chinese is probably one of the bigger salt-offenders. I mean- I think like, if you just make small changes, maybe it won’t feel like such a huge life alteration? You know, nothing OFF-limits, because why do that to yourself? Maybe less noticeable swaps, stuff like that. I’m glad they weren’t overly strict- I think it almost sets people up to fail when you made ANY food “bad”. Because as humans, we just want it MORE when someone tells us we can’t have it hah. I feel you with tacos- I think that’d be my limit on change, tacos are where I’d draw the line. FINE, more veggies, less sodium, but tacos are key.
Oh that sounds SO fun! I love that idea- like a way to physically Choose Your Own Adventure! But with other people choosing too, that has to add a lot of mayhem to the mix! Because maybe you didn’t WANT to go that way, but the asshole on your left chose it and now you’re screwed and a gnome ate you. I like it!
That is such a good point about Octavia. Never quite thought about it like that, but yes her storyline is crazy. And she became a badass warrior pretty fast! But the cliff and surviving- yeah that was the craziest. *shakes head*
That… is funny. I don’t even. “help things along”. And “sent them to try” for a baby. You are killing me. This sounds so fun! And 4 possible pregnancies?? Damn I can’t even imagine what life would be like when babies show up. Oh, and obviously I cannot WAIT for that post.
I don’t know about Glitch but I think I’m done with it. But… I just saw that Netflix has S4 of TURN: Washington’s Spies, which is a very fictional accounting of a spy ring during the revolutionary War. Very good acting and I like the show quite a bit. So I watched the first two eps of S4 tonight- good stuff. I have too many shows…Travelers is good and the second season should be coming soon, I hope. Netflix keeps adding original shows I kinda wanna try too, but there’s too many. Good grief.
Ooh the stop sign! That IS a good one, but I’m sorry flying off into a field makes me a much worse driver lol. But I have done that thing where you don’t feel like freezing your ass off so you just kinda go, but the shit’s all fogged up so you can’t really see. Ha ha. Yeah I’m dumb. 🙂 Still the side mirror though- that IS a good one ** I just about ripped my mirror off once backing out and misjudging how close to the wall of the garage I was… talk about embarrassing. 🙂
Definitely. Michigan’s a fun summer destination. You might even be able to time it with a fun author event, maybe- we occasionally get some nice author events coming through. Lots of possibilities!! I think a blogger event would be so cool. And I will definitely check out some cons, and share what I find!
I haven’t read ANYTHING. In days. I just haven’t felt like reading? It’s weird. And I LIKE the beginning of THG, that’s definitely my next read, in fact I was hoping to have it done in time to review this Thursday, but since that’s the day after tomorrow THAT’s not going to happen. It’s not THG, it’s just reading in general. Do you ever go through that where you don’t feel like reading ANYTHING? I usually think of slumps as not being able to find the right book, but this one is just reading in general. I’ve even been slacking off on blogging, a bit. Like my scheduled posts are dwindling and where I would normally be like, ooh I need to write stuff, I’m just ah whatever. Maybe it’s the dreary weather doldrums.
Cheryl and the Blossoms are a mess, and honestly I think it’s a weak link of the writing that we’re not entirely sure. Like they played a little fast and loose. Like I said before, it seemed like Cheryl was taking charge but then a few episodes later she’s like all submissive to her mom again. Oh my gosh I watched the most recent episode tonight (a few days late) and it was AWESOME. S2 episode 7 if you’re getting close. What a trip! I frickin LOVE how dark this show is getting. We’re gonna get Greendale and sabrina the witch soon and the supernatural stuff is coming more to the fore. Love it!!
Jughead and Toni- I won’t say much because they sorta address that. You’re probably almost there. And Jugs and Betty were in bed in this episode- aww so cute. Gotta love Bughead. But this show is getting SERIOUSLY dark…
Tacos ARE key. Something about Mexican food- there’s a new place that went in and I’m like wanting to try it big time. I could eat Mexican food all the time. So yeah I’m not cut out to be a food monk. I don’t get veganism either, because I get the animal cruelty thing but they lay eggs and shit and cheese is made without hurting the animal, right? Or do I just not know shit about food production lol? I mean killing animals in slaughterhouses is one thing, I get that, but I think cheese and stuff is okay. And about chinese- yeah. That makes me REALLY sad- one of the nutritionists told me chinese was very bad (which is not a big surprise, but still- when they tell you not to eat it it’s like a dagger blow) because I want ALL the Chinese. I will have to let myself have it once in a while because otherwise what’s the point?? 🙂
Ha ha exactly. I’m looking forward to playing the game and seeing how it goes in practice. It is basically a huge Choose Your Own Adventure… and I think the village will be fun to explore. Different places have different results depending on the TIME of day you visit, I guess, so there’s that random element too. The village is pretty huge. And I think the players taking turns will make it pretty interactive, since… one player makes the call but you all consult, so it will be a real party making the decisions and not everyone may agree? Ooh the possibilities!
You have a point about the warrior stuff. I mean, she went from chasing butterflies, to very novice self-defense in Lincoln’s cave, to… basically stabbing Grounders left and right in the S1 finale. Someone should have hired Lincoln as a combat teacher, considering that he saw O like, 4 times tops before the finale and spent half the time bedding her, and like, 3 minutes teaching her how to fight. ?
I think they might make me move the new families into another house, because you can only have 8 Sims per household. There are mods to get around it though, so I could look into them! I didn’t expect people to be popping out babies so soon- I mean, there are ZERO babies on The 100 itself, so. I kind of want Monty to have a baby just so he can neglect it and I can see what happens. The Sims makes you curious about the most awful stuff!
You DO have a lot of shows, my goodness. I don’t know how you keep them all straight. Glad you decided to cull Glitch. It needed to happen, especially with so many actual good shows. The Washington spy thing sounds VERY good, I am going to look that one up. I love historical stuff, I never seem to watch enough of it. Maybe I’ll wait for the second season of Travelers, watch it all at once.
Okay, I WILL give you that driving through a field is worse than the stop sign thing. Based on sheer levels of danger alone hah. I umm also once knocked the mirror (just the glass part) out of my parents’ brand new Jeep because I uhhhh hit the side of the bank. Like, the drive-thru ATM? Yeah. My mom and I were talking about it the other day because I drove her home, and she said she used to flinch in terror on the regular. Looking back, I can’t say I blame her hah.
Yes, I agree, Michigan in warmer weather is certainly preferable. Seems like there’s a ton of outdoor stuff to do then, too. Like lake beaches, which are the best. Plus, it just doesn’t seem like a great plan to drive that far in potentially bad weather, plus I am buying my mom’s (much newer) car from her with tax return money, and my current one gets like, 12 miles to the gallon (no exaggeration!) , while hers gets like, 34. So if I drove my current car there, it would cost me some really insane amount of money on gas. The author event is a really good idea too! You guys do get all kinds of great authors stopping through! I’ll have to be on the lookout for those, too (I am trying to think if any books I *need* will be coming out in the spring/summer with authors who could be touring hah). I’m getting so excited about 2018 (fine, cautiously optimistic?), I love having fun things to look forward to! Between this, NOLA, and my parents deciding that in lieu of a birthday present we’d go see Hamilton… lots of great things!! 😀
Oh that is the WORST kind of slump. Because I think if you just weren’t loving anything, you could kind of push through it? But if you just don’t feel like reading… that’s hard to force. Maybe it’s just because your whole life has kind of been upended? Like- I know when my schedule changes or I come home from a trip, or even when I had my minor surgery, I sometimes feel just out of sorts with reading? Maybe that’s what this is for you. I mean, you figure you probably didn’t read for like, two weeks? And even know you’re still recovering, so maybe it’s just that, and as things go back to normal in general, reading will follow suit? Same with blogging- I noticed that when I took a short hiatus, the only thing I wanted was… more hiatus hah. I think it’s just easier to fall OUT of a schedule, you know? But I really think it’ll come back around soon enough for you. And for now, try not to stress about it- that’ll probably just make it seem like a chore, and you definitely won’t be wanting to pick up a book or write a post! But also, I think if it IS starting to get to you, it’s okay to try to force yourself to read a little? I know i have done that. (Incidentally, for me personally, this is why ARCs come in handy- there were definitely times when they “forced” me to read, and I probably needed the prodding. But I was just feeling blah, you have a much more legitimate reason!)
I AM getting close to being fully caught up! I think I am on S2E5, or will be tonight at least. I have been DVRing them too so I don’t have to watch them on whatever shady site I found them on hah. I think you’re right about the writing- sometimes I have to yell at some of the continuity errors, or in some cases, the outright ridiculousness. Luckily, I knew that going in so I don’t have to get *too* stabby with it 😀 The Archie “Red Circle” thing is REALLLLY stupid though, that could die forever, please and thank you. I don’t like the little jabs that Toni keeps throwing at Betty. I WAS glad that Jughead stood up for her though. I’m glad things are finally happening for Bughead though- seemed like every time they tried to get together, someone would burst in at the most inopportune times. I had NO idea that Sabrina was a part of the Archie comics! That is so fun! They should absolutely have Melissa Joan Hart reprise her role. Where is Salem the cat? (Have you ever seen the show? I loved it! Cheesy, of course, but still very fun.) I LOVE that it is getting dark, honestly. The darker the better! How many episodes is this season going to be? 13 like S1, or more?
Ah tacos. I had them for dinner tonight hah. Jealous that there’s a new Mexican place there! There used to be one here, it was SO good, and then it closed- I think the whole chain may have, actually. Now there’s one in like, a 50 mile radius and I hate it because they put onions in everything. And YES- it doesn’t hurt the animal! In fact, I think they HAVE to be milked either way, because it would be physically painful for them otherwise? And eggs, same. They HAVE to lay them! Lena (she’s 6) just figured out tonight that tacos are made from cows. And she said “but do we have to eat cows? What if we just put Donald Trump in there instead?” and i am not sure if I should be proud, horrified, or both? And then she too ate the tacos because who can resist, really? YES you totally have to allow yourself to get Chinese sometimes! You can’t totally deprive yourself, goodness. Especially if it’s a favorite!
Oh wow, so it can be basically a whole different game depending on whether you’re playing in the afternoon or at night or whatever? That is so fun! Do you need a lot of people to play? And wow, the consulting bit will be rough! It makes me think of Family Feud when they have to steal and everyone just starts shouting random things at the poor bastard who has to decide which to use. And then if they say the wrong thing, the whole rest of the family gives them the death stare ? Except a wrong decision in the village, and BAM, your pub gets burned down and you have died of dysentery. (Fine, I may be confusing it with the Oregon Trail, but that’s okay.)
EXactly. It’s SO ridiculous but we overlook it because, well, we love O. Although… that whole cliff scene, I still think when they were reviewing the episode it amazes me no one said uh, guys, this doesn’t work cause she’s not, you know, superhuman? It’s like hundreds of feet down to some rapids?? After a gut stabbing. You know, kinda problematic?
8 per household seems reasonable since it sounds like more than that would be even MORE chaotic? And yes Monty doesn’t sound like dad material if he’s peeing the bed because he can’t put his tablet down. Poor monty. And I bet there are some amazingly crazy mods out there!
TURN is awesome, it’s like a soap opera in the Revolutionary War times. S4 is fucking awesome so far, probably my favorite. I forgot how good this show is. But I think it gets better as it goes, so if you’re underwhelmed at first it might pay to stick with it. Travelers I think is good for waiting, I mean I like the show but it’s not oh my gosh watch it now it’s the bestttt squeeee… you know? It’s solid though. It’s time travel again and the deal is they come back and inhabit bodies of people who’ve just died- and there’s an episode where these travelers from the future have inhabited senior citizens bodies and they’re all packing assault rifles and they’re on this bus like it’s a senior citizen outing, it was so funny. It has its moments, but yeah waiting I would say you’re not missing THAT much.
I feel like ATM’s and such are inconveniently placed such that if you hit one, it’s the ATM’s fault? I mean, really. What I hate is when I think I have it figured out but then I’m too far to reach the buttons so I have to lean my ass out the window… ugh. Ridiculous. That is funny though. 🙂
Michigan is SO much better in the summer, agree. Winter pretty much sucks. And I have to say for not being a “big” literary state we get some good events- Bardugo and Maas were just through here. I’ll keep an eye on the local bookstores and let you know if anything cool pops up. And yay for a newer car? Also… Hamilton?? Wow, nice. 🙂
Thanks, I think you’re totally right. Reading has just been off like everything else- sleeping, eating. But… *blows trumpet* I read today. 2 chapters of THG (ooh wow I know) but I’m hooked. I like Katniss and ooh Peeta was the baker’s kid (was that in the movie?). anyway it does flow well and I’m hoping I’m back on track. But I think you were right, it was just the whole life change thing. Everything was out of whack, why would reading be different?
Yes Riverdale is like a guilty pleasure ha. The silliness is part of the charm. er, usually. Agree about Red Circle *sigh*. That was so dumb. What I’m really curious to see is how the silliness/ humor factor goes with the darker horror element they’re starting to intro. So far I think it’s working, but ??? And Sabrina, I don’t know much about, but I’ve heard she’s a witch and witches live in Greendale, which is the next town over. I don’t know if it’s the same sabrina cause I’ve never seen that show- I don’t think? Melissa Joan Hart does sound familiar, though… oh and I think I read there’s gonna be 22 episodes, so woot!!!! Lots of time for dark developments. 🙂
Dammit! Now I want tacos lol. What is it with Mexican places going out? I mean they’re always packed and then bam it’s gone. We’ve had that happen here too. Several chains have closed. And I’m not a fan of onions either, I’m okay with them mixed in with fajita stuff but other than that… no. Not in tacos or on pizza or… anything else really. Oh my gosh that is SO funny what your daughter said! And see that’s the thing- I feel bad for cows but if you put tacos or a plate of nachos with beef in front of me… I’m sorry cow.
Yeah there’s a random element with the whole town thing, things change based on prior decisions and time of day, etc. I’m not sure how much replayability value it will have- once you’ve played through all the books it would be the same story basically, granted with some different options that you pick along the way- but by and large for one or two playthroughs I think it will be a blast. You can play with up to six people or even play solo. And yes the party dynamics might be the best! Like you get to pick skills at character creation, and certain choices are different or better if you have the requisite skill. So if you have a wide range of skills amonsgt your group it could be a ot of fun?
Ha it IS because we love O and don’t want her to die! Though I DEFINITELY wish I could have been a fly on the wall of the writing room for that scene, I agree. How did they get to that point? “Eh, fans will just be glad she didn’t die, let’s not give them *too* much credit. They aren’t doctors, right?” “Well no but they passed like, second grade, presumably?” “Psh, semantics.”
8 people is already too many probably haha. But since I am trying for chaos, it works. There are a TON of mods out there, but very few of them seem to fit with my purposes? Though I suppose not many people are trying to recreate a post-apocalyptic space show in a suburban neighborhood, so I get it! Monty makes me sad- I kept trying to MAKE him go to the damn bathroom but… nope. I also tried to get him to at least SIT on the bed instead of stand, but nope, wouldn’t do that either. I think Monty is broken ?
I added TURN to my list! It’s exciting that this season is the best, I always love when shows get better over time. Travelers sounds interesting enough, and I will probably need a time travel fix soon hah. I saw part of the first episode, but I was kind of confused? Which is why I think I didn’t stick with it (though back then I was apparently not sticking with anything, hence Stranger Things, too). The senior citizen thing sounds hilarious though! Plus, why not try again? I still need to continue Handmaid’s Tale, too. It got too rough for me there for a few days- like I seriously need to be in the right mood for it or it’s just too gritty.
HA thanks, I agree, ATMs are SO ridiculously placed! I do the same thing- have to basically get out of the damn car because I end up too far away- because they now have it at the one by me where you have to insert your card ALL the way in, and you just can’t do that AND keep your mirror attached to your car. Can’t.
YES definitely let me know if you see/hear about anything good! I was wondering if Richelle Mead would do a tour for her last book in The Glittering Court series. Mary E Pearson has a new series coming out… There will probably be someone! And yeah- it’s SO much nicer in the summer. Life is just nicer in the summer hah. Like- no one wants to drive in the winter, with coats, and snow, and it being a pain in the ass just to get in and out of the rest stops for endless coffee. (Okay maybe that last one is just me 🙂 ) I’m definitely glad to be getting a newer car- or at this point, one that doesn’t gas guzzle hah. And yeah, I am excited about Hamilton! My parents got the tickets right at the box office, and I didn’t even know that was an option- I know online they get sold out in literally seconds, it’s insane!
Oh YAYYY I am happy about The Hunger Games! I mean… I guess Peeta IS shown at the bakery in the movie, but only for a few seconds? The significance does NOT translate on film, that’s for sure- unless you read the books before. And I’m glad you’re reading again in general, just because I am sure you’ll feel better as things go back to normal!
Oh WOW 22 episodes! I am so mad at Jughead right now. Idk what exactly happened with him and Toni, but she spent the night and he’s a Serpent and I am NOT amused. And the whole Betty being the killer’s bestie!? That is WEIRD. I mean, it’s intriguing of course, and I love that I have no idea who it is. LOVED Veronica and the Pussycats kicking the crap out of that “friend” of hers who tried to rape Cheryl, that was amazing… until Cheryl’s shitty mom ruined it. I also LOVE that Polly is on a farm… like isn’t that where people tell kids their dead pets are? I think they have their lies confused. Pregnant girls “help take care of their sickly aunt”, right? Just a farm with a bunch of pregnant cows, sheep, pigs, and a human girl ? Sabrina MUST be the same- Sabrina the Teenage Witch is, of course, a witch. In the show, she had two aunts who were witches and she lived with them, and Salem the talking cat. They’re also doing a Sabrina show on Netflix, Idk if you’ve seen that. I think it’s animated though? (And apparently, yes, the Melissa Joan Hart version WAS based on a character from Archie comics, so I guess it’s the same general idea?)
YES that is exactly how this place was- people were always there, so I didn’t understand how it closed! Onions are my nemesis, I swear I can just… sense them in stuff and I am never okay with them. I guess I can just pick their smell out easily? I hate when they are mixed into stuff like pizza sauce too, because you can’t exactly ask a restaurant to make new sauce, you know? YEP that is how I am with the cows- I feel awful when thinking about it, but then when the moment comes… food wins. And I always tell myself “well, THIS cow is already dead, so me not eating the meat is not actually helping the cow” ?
I kind of wondered about replaying it too- like would you know all the secrets and such? If there is THAT much world you might be able to get a couple more plays out of it at least? That is so fun that you can even play alone! I hate party games where you NEED like 2837 people to play. It’s like I don’t always have tons of people on hand, what do you think this is, gamemaker? I think it definitely would be fun with a group, especially a competitive and/or opinionated group. I mean, maybe you won’t be friends with those people anymore, but at least you’d have had one really fun game ?
Right? Unless they were trying, even then, to set her up as some mythical hero almost, knowing that they were going to present her as Heda down the line. But even so… that was pushing it. 🙂
Sounds like Monty is broken, sadly. And “trying for chaos”. That seems like a good approach. Speaking of mods, I’d be scared a mod would break my game or something, I’m always super careful with stuff like that because who knows what rando created it??
I have heard that about Handmaid’s Tale- that it can be tough to watch! Sounds ike a brutal story. I’m glad you added TURN- if you like historical fiction I think you’ll enjoy it. It’s one of those shows I could just keep watching since I enjoy watching the characters. It got a little criticism for not being entirely historically accurate- they took some liberties with some of the real characters- but it’s based on a book and I think it’s really entertaining.
Speaking of winter- it’s snowing here! Okay not heavily snowing, but there’s already white on the ground and we’re supposed to get a few inches through tomorrow. It’s also like 27 degrees FFS. Colder than shit. Yesterday we had high winds and the waves on Lake Michigan were all riled up, I was just watching video on Youtube. So lovely weather here! Although I have to say I LOVED it yesterday, it was so blustery but in a cool December-ish kinda way, if that makes sense? And I love seeing a little snow, just not driving in it. 🙁
Yes! It’s been so long since I’ve seen that first movie that honestly, I’ll remember very little. And I’m sure the book is better. 🙂 I don’t even remember the battles from the first one. I do remember the one where they are dropped off in a lake- that was the second one right? And some poison gas. I;m really looking forward to seeing how she handles teens fighting teens.
I am so here for 22 episodes! And Betty saying “can you feel me” to the killer- ooh are we gonna get Dark Betty bringing the hammer down on his ass? Woot! I agree about V and the PCats working over Nick- I even rewound and watched it again. Fun. Plus that whole montage- they do those well. It’s also hilarious how they play with the fans- like there’s a theory out there that Sheriff Keller is the killer, so in last weeks episode they totally delve into that. As for sabrina, I did hear they’re doing a spin off for her from Riverdale, I wonder if that’s the animated one? I thought the spin off was gonna be live action. Could be different projects, or maybe not. And cool that the earlier show was Archie- based. I can’t wait to see how that turns out!
I never thoguht about cows much until I saw one of those videos where the workers were like forklifting one that had fallen down (they call em “downer” cows or something?) and one was like hitting a cow with like a prod or something? It was one of those leaked animal welfare stings. It was crazy. And the poor thing was all like moooo as it was being abused. I guess that’s where farm-to-table and organic and all that comes from- it’s one thing to raise an animal for meat (Charlotte’s web notwithstanding lol) but to mass produce enough meat for all of our McDonald’s and shit animals have to go through the assembly line, and it becomes harder to accept that. But… I’m still eating meat so I guess I’m not a moral authority, you know? It is hard. We’re raised to eat a certain way, and I really admire people who have the conviction to go vegetarian and stay with it. But no veganism- I need my cheese. 🙂
Ha no doubt! Start as friends, leave as enemies. I really like the idea of having a group and seeing what choices people make, not only in character creation but yeah just in the choices that re presented. Like you might have a skill that is needed, but you already took your turn and you’re not the active player, so someone else has to make the most of it. Fun times I’m sure! Probably not a good drinking game tho. O.o
Hmmm I hadn’t thought of that, it’s a good point. But then they should have like, made it more of a “thing”. I think even MORE unbelievable perhaps was that she was able to, while about 30 second post-op, literally RUN through the Ark with Niylah and then somehow escape a goddamn inferno. Like- you just had surgery AND you didn’t fall off a cliff, can you even imagine? And then the very next day she’s leading execution riots. Come on, writers, this was VERY sloppy work.
As for the mods, it IS a concern! When there was a recent update, one of my mods made the whole game crash. So they tell you to delete them all (which made most of my characters naked and hairless, which is a strange look) and then add them back a few at a time. It was a LONG process. So right now I am trying to only add the ones I really need. And I try to use creators whose stuff hasn’t broken my game in the past haha. I need to get ALIE and Riley over to Casa Delinquent. And Dante, he’s a real wildcard!
Handmaid’s Tale is SO brutal. I had a really weird dream about it last night- like I was IN that world? And so was Barney Stinson from How I Met Your Mother. I don’t understand my brain hahah. I DO like historical fiction (I mean, Hamilton, remember? 😀 ) I just don’t seem to find enough GOOD historical fiction. So I am looking forward to it. I think that’s why I like Timeless so much- they go to so many real historical events. And I think it’s FINE when a show or book or whatever takes liberties- I mean, that’s why it’s called historical FICTION, right? Otherwise it’d be non-fiction, or a biography or documentary or whatever!
Ewww it’s snowing!? I am so sorry. I mean, a few inches is enough to be disgusting- especially if it’s that cold, because it won’t go away. And sure, I know it’s December and we live in the north but STILL, that doesn’t mean anyone wants it to happen. EW I just looked at the weather here and it’s going to be 18 for a HIGH next Wednesday with snow, and I am not okay with that. I mean- I get what you’re saying about it being pretty to look at and I suppose that’s true, but only in the sense of “I want to look at it briefly and then make fun the poor bastards stuck in it while in a nice, moderate climate” ? I will admit, I liked it as a kid, because snow days and such. But now? It’s just a pain in the ass.
Yep, the second one takes place in the ocean-like arena. The water is salt water, and that is important to note because well, thirst. The fights and such are MUCH better in the books. Because the whole emotional gravity of the situation is in the mix too. The poison fog is also in Catching Fire- I like Catching Fire better, honestly. We get to see more of the characters, more of the world. And the arena is definitely more exciting, because it’s the Quarter Quell after all! Now I am really wishing I was rereading these!
OOH I love that they listen to the fans! YES Betty was awesome in the last episode I watched (6!) where she tells the killer that now SHE is in charge. LOVE. Also how STUPID was the car race thing? I kept saying to myself “please do not do this, it is so random and lame” but then… they went there. I was kind of impressed that the random teacher was the Sugar Man, though! It could just be that the posters I saw were animated for Sabrina? I am not sure, I didn’t really look into it enough, mostly because animated isn’t really my fave so I’d probably not bother if it was. Now I will look it up again because I am curious!
I know- I have seen some of those awful videos too. And I don’t WANT to eat meat. But I also don’t last very long when trying not to, either. Like, a day or two, max hah. Can’t we just… create fake meat by now? Like, 3D printer meat? Like in Six Wakes! We need one of those machines. It can just print us a pig! And then apparently a full size human , but we can deal with that later, after we’ve eaten tacos and bacon and shit. And I do agree- so much of it is how we’re raised. Maybe if we didn’t grow up eating meat like, every day basically, it wouldn’t be so hard to do without it now? But veganism is a thing that could never happen. Because yeah, cheese. And then all KINDS of baked goods- like how could you never eat a brownie or cookie again!? And sushi! I need it in my life. Sorry, animals.
HA I love that. I can imagine the invitation to play: “Hey, want to come over and play this game? By the by, we probably will never speak again after, but it looks SUPER fun” ? OOH I like the twist about the skills! Seriously, you are making me want to play this game! I love a good strategy game, even though I never make the right calls hahha. OH! Have you ever played mafia? I played the bookish version, the last time they did it at Oh the Books. It was AMAZING and it also messed up my mind in ways I cannot describe. And I don’t know, I kind of feel like anything can be made…. maybe not better, but more entertaining as a drinking game 😀
Yeah why didn’t I get to fall off a cliff and have like Helios the wonder horse just show up and literally carry me to salvation? Good point. Speaking of, I assume due to Praimfaya that Helios bit the dust? Assuming they didn’t stuff a horse into a bunker?? Sad day. And yeah I wasn’t running anywhere after surgery lol so I’m with you, calling bullshit. But even the fall itself, before everything else- you just don’t survive that, sorry. Grabbing some roots- bullshit. Not after Echo practically gutted her.
ALIE and Riley at Casa delinquent sounds… chaotic. Which of course is all the fun. I can’t wait for updates. 🙂
I used to read some historical fiction, but not so much anymore. Still love it though. You’ll like TURN probably. The acting is really good and even though some of the characters can be maddening, it keeps you watching. Or at least that was my experience.
It DID snow, and man were the roads bad today! It is pretty though, when it’s first fallen, and even though it was a pain I did enjoy it, kinda? Like looking out the window and seeing the quiet cold whiteness. That’ll go away soon. 18 next week? Yikes. It was 20’s today and COLD. Ergh. And I totally hear ya- hope you don’t get dumped on too bad. It IS a pain in the ass.
Ah yes Catching Fire- I remember that one a lot more than the first one. Maybe the uniqueness of the setting. Anyway I read a little more today and I like the sense that Haymitch has just been waiting for maybe serious contenders to come along? Which makes me feel REALLY bad for previous contenders who he felt sucked and maybe didn’t go to bat for, in terms of sponsors or training and whatnot? Looking forward to seeing more of that angle. Her early doubts about Peeta are interesting too, considering it comes down to one survivor, not two. Although we know that changes…
Betty is the bomb. And the car race- oh my gosh was stupid but then (yes, laugh at me) I liked it? The cheesiness, Cheryl being the flag girl (I love how she can hate everything but then also interject into everything at the same time), the whole 50’s/ Grease vibe almost. This show is showing it can do crazy ass stuff and get away with it. But yeah that scene where FP suggested they have a race? I was like, really??? And I can’t wait to see what you think of 7. SO quirky, different… and that makes sense about Sabrina. I think it’s live action. Can you imagine when we have TWO of these frickin shows???
“Sorry, animals.” Ha pretty much yup. Good point about cookies. See it goes deep. And sushi- I don’t think you’d make it without sushi?? How would I never get tacos without beef again, or a pizza with pepperoni on it? Am I sad or what? Oh well. That 3D printer stuff is an amazing concept, because yeah. That totally needs to happen. Problem solved!
Mafia I have never played, but now I’m intrigued?? Is this like a blog game? And the drinking part is what got me thinking that Red Dragon Inn game might be fun, even if it’s fictional drinking. Because it doesn’t have to be, right? Just because the game characters are trying to stay sober doesn’t mean the PLAYERS have to lol. Although yeah that element might increase the likelihood of, like you said, being on speaking terms after the game. 🙂 “What do you mean we all got drunk and burned the inn down? Couldn’t we at least have gotten out first?”
Bwhahah I am DYING- seriously, that is so unfair. AND Clarke Griffin didn’t preform the surgery that she had no business/knowledge to preform. You should demand a redo. And no Helios, I bet you had to just go home in a regular car, NOT an apocalypse horse, and frankly, you shouldn’t have to stand for this level of care. I assume Helios IS dead, sadly. But in that “Where Are They Now?” post I did, I put him in the bunker with Garza, Wick, and the kid from Stranger Things, so maybe he made it after all 😉
I am VOWING to play The Sims again tonight. I was going to last night, but then when we talked about mods… well, I went back down the mod rabbit hole, oopsie! I wish I had time to play this weekend because I need to get the post done soon, but I have to go to my cousin’s wedding tomorrow, which… blah. Tbh, The Sims seems more appealing ?
YAY I am looking forward to TURN. I am *trying* Stranger Things again, but… Idk. I’m going to really give it a shot though. I feel like I should read more historical fiction because I generally do like it? Cat Winters does some great 19th and early 20th century stuff. But I definitely need to read more.
Nooo, I am sorry, that sucks that the roads were bad! Val said it was snowing in North Carolina too, and I am so confused because no snow here! Like- from a purely aesthetic perspective, yes, it is pretty. And the whole “sitting by a nice warm fire drinking hot chocolate” is a nice thought too. But then the reality is more like… “shoveling and falling”, so. I mean, I’m kind of being a downer about it BUT we could also just say I’m being a realist 😀
YESSS yes you will understand Haymitch SO much more in the books. Like- yes, you’re right, he WAS basically getting drunk and phoning it in for the other 23 years. Because like, how could he have poured his heart into 46 kids to watch them die, you know? So it was basically self-preservation, but still, absolutely shitty for all those kids. And in the later books (and I don’t think the movies show ANY of this) you’ll see a lot of things that made Haymitch NEED the self preservation. And you’ll see his relationship with Katniss in ways you never do in the movies. It’s kind of fabulous! Good point about her and Peeta, too- in a sense, I think THAT was self-preservation, too. Because if she thinks he’s the good guy, how does she kill him? There’s a lot of really interesting psychology involved in the books, especially. (I seriously might reread them now that you are reading them, so I can be on my A game 🙂 )
The car race low key reminded me of Roan/Bellamy/Clarke’s little car chase because also random and weird. I mean- I liked how Archie handled it, honestly. I think you’re right, the FP stuff bothered me WAY more than the race itself. Because it was SO out of left field? Like had we seen it ANYWHERE else in the story, great, sign me up. But just an offhanded jail comment? Lazy writing, tbh. I watched episodes 7 AND 8! Have you watched 8 yet!? I don’t want to say anything if you haven’t ? 8 was… wow. I loved the way they did 7 though, with the three separate stories, that was a nice twist. Also it sucks because next week is the mid-season finale and I have been SO used to bingeing it, this is sad. I love this trash way too much hahah.
I would NOT make it without sushi, let’s be real. And it DOES go deep! If you’re a vegan, I think you just eat like… lettuce, kale, and maybe beans? And then you probably wish you were dead, or at the very least, your taste buds do. And no, you are not sad, because I am right there with you hahah. I mean- look, I could probably do without *some* things if I had to? But if you’re a vegan, you’re giving up ALLLLL the things and nope. Call Mur Lafferty up, explain that we need her to fashion us some cows to eat. Done and done.
So, mafia apparently started as an actual like, in person game? I think maybe even a card/board game, Idk. But then people found that it worked well as an online game, and that is how Bookish Games started. Here’s a link to the one I did, if you’re curious, but they had done a BUNCH before- http://www.ohthebooks.com/the-bookish-games/bookish-games-the-knife-of-never-letting-go-edition/ It was somehow the most fun ever while simultaneously destroying my mind ? I won’t lie, I am *almost* glad they stopped, because I would have made myself play it again hahha.
YES I like this thought process about Red Dragon Inn! No one said it had to be fictional! Hell, I thought it WASN’T fictional! And actually, maybe being drunk would help everyone to stay friends? I feel like I am probably less competitive after a few drinks? Perhaps more agreeable to listen to the suggestions of others? Unless you have a crowd of VERY volatile drunks, in which case, may I suggest new friends? ? HA I can just imagine the bad decisions made by these drunken crowds of inn-goers ?
OH! Jason gave us.. well, he told us something and also nothing, but at least there’s a picture: https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/939149289271394304 And now the fandom is yelling at him like “then give us a date!” Too funny.
I like to think Helios has found shelter somewhere with Garza, that gives me hope. And just think how swift my recovery would have been if I had had surgery in the Arkadia med bay- a day or two tops and I’d be running around ready for Concalves. Or maybe not- Octavia clearly is a superior fighting specimen. 🙂 But still…
Have fun at the wedding! Ah the SIMS will wait… although that update post is widely anticipated (ha ha – no pressure). Seriously though, take your time. I hate blog post stress.
Stranger Things still not working for you? I will say I think the second one is better, but I know what you mean about shows that don’t take off. I hope it gets better for you? I personally thought it was good but I didn’t buy into all the hype about it being the best show since sliced bread and all that. So if you don’t like it scrap that baby! Life’s too short…
You’re being a realist. It’s nice for approx 1.58 seconds before yes the reality of shoveling sinks in. I like it if I don’t have to go anywhere. The falling part is no good either. I fell on my ass once and was so embarrassed- like I looked around at all the neighbors’ houses to see if anyone was laughing their ass off at me. If no one saw, it didn’t happen right???
I am looking forward to learning more about Haymitch, because yes while his previous behavior was shitty for those other kids (23 yrs– wow) I can sorta see why there may be more going on. Like why does the Capitol tolerate him if he’s so drunk and disrespectful all the time? I’m thinking they do it to keep the image of the Seam alive as a bunch of bumpkins? Effie clearly can’t stand him. Nice to see the nuances that aren’t in the movies. And yes maybe you should!! 🙂
I DID watch 8- just today. Wow. Is Bughead over? Again lol. Arch and Betts looking through the window at each other *rolls eyes*. Are they going there already with those two? Arch loves V but she can’t say it (aww poor arch- snickers). Get over it buddy, that’s high school. Alice went to the Wyrm to drink tequila?? And they’re throwing red herrings left and right, with the janitor thing (he’s a creep) and what’s up with Cheryl rubbing lotion into Josie’s shoulders? Are they going there with her as J’s stalker?? Oh and did Alice and FP have a spark there, just for a sec? And that comment about not everything being a mistake?? I’m convinced they had a kid or something. 7 was pretty awesome too- I liked the whole crate business, although V down in the basement with Sheriff Keller was… kinda awkward and weird.
That is… very interesting, and I see you were one of two survivors? Go you! I think I may have seen something about that, now that you mention it. I remember seeing something about bookish games going around. Looks fun! And Red Dragon Inn *nods* maybe drunkenness would help the game go more smoothly?? I’ll have to go watch one of those boring Youtube vids where they show “in-game play” to see how it really rolls. Because it could have possibilities?
Wow Octavia looks different. And it looks like they’re in some kind of ruined structure? But what really gets me is his Twitter feed header- that looks like Clarke looking out over the ocean, maybe after Praimfaya?
HA well that is because Not-Dr-Griffin didn’t do your surgery. If you’d had Clarke, a few bendy straws, and 100 year old super glue, you’d have been up and about immediately. I hear her surgeries don’t even leave scars. You WOULD be required to tell your sister that you hate her, I think that’s part of the protocol? And then maybe almost shoot some kid, the details are fuzzy.
And thanks! The wedding was nice. It snowed like crazy though. AND I found out (this is great) that not only is the groom my cousin, BUT the bride is like, a second cousin on my dad’s side. Honestly it sounds like some kind of West Virginian soap opera, but hey, at least they aren’t related to each other? I did end up having to leave early though so that was kind of crappy, but alas. I did try to play last night a bit, but the game keeps glitching and Monty and Bellamy keep getting stuck standing on the beds, and I think it’s going to kill Monty if he doesn’t eat soon. So I need to fix that somehow. AND Bellamy cheated on Clarke, but I can’t figure out with who? Extra shitty because Clarke is pregnant.
In fairness, I only watched half of the second episode of Stranger Things, so it’s probably not NOT working, I am just not getting far enough. I so badly want to like it! I am at least going to try to get to episode 4-5 before deciding for sure, that just seems fair. Also, Zoran. I do like Winona Ryder’s role- she’s really quite talented, I don’t think I’ve seen anything with her in it since like, The Heathers ?
UGH yes- that’s it, the novelty wears off in a hurry! My mom and I were wearing sandals and dresses trudging through like, 3 inches of snow and ice, and I was like “NOPE over it”. And this is literally the first snow we’ve had haha. Oh it definitely didn’t happen if no one saw 😀 You know- I once fell on ice walking into work, and people saw me and no one even… acknowledged it? I went from embarrassed to confused VERY quickly hah.
OOOOH I like your theory about keeping District 12 seeming so backward and such! That is such a good point! And everything Snow does has a reason, so it actually makes a lot of sense! I bet Snow did spin it like that on purpose- because he almost *had* to keep him around as D12’s only living Victor. Effie definitely grows a LOT during the series. It’s interesting because her role in the movies is one of the only ones that IS different than in the books- at least in the second half of the series. Probs because they had to justify paying Elizabeth Banks? I am going to start rereading it, I have to! Because you have just noticed something I never have, which means that obviously there is more to learn about these books! 😀 AND Rashika just sent me the German editions for my birthday so really, there are a lot of signs pointing to me rereading.
YESS Bughead appears to be over again. AND Archie- what a moron. I love how Jughead narrated that he was “seeing her for the first time”. Like come ON. You don’t live next door to this amazing girl who already confessed having feelings for you and never NOTICED her! That isn’t… a thing. Especially 2.5 seconds after Veronica dumps you. ? That was all so silly. Like how long has Archie even known her, 3 weeks? And he loves her? Wasn’t he sleeping with (and having ALLLLL the feelings for) dead Grundy like, Idk, 2 weeks ago? (Come to think of it, they don’t really tell us much about the passage of time on this show.) OH what if the brother is really FP’s kid!? Or Polly! (Let’s say NOT Betty because that would be really gross.) I like the idea of an Alice-FP connection. Honestly, they work better than Alice-Boring Mr Cooper. FP is more her speed. The janitor thing IS weird, I mean, please don’t make it be THAT obvious. And I don’t know WHAT the deal with Cheryl and Josie is, but Josie seems suuuuuper uncomfortable by it? And therefore it makes me feel all skeevy?
YES I won! And I mean, you probably did see it somewhere because I mention it literally every chance I get ? Like Patrick Ness has a new book? Great, remember that time I won Bookish Games? Oh, they cast Hildy in The Knife of Never Letting Go movie? Remember when I was Hildy and survived!? Yeah, I can’t let it go bwhahah. OH you should watch them, see how it is! And THEN in your mind, add in allll the alcohol and visualize- would it make it funnier, OR would it make you disown all your friendships? OH! There should BE a drunken-game-playing YouTube channel. If there isn’t one already. Frankly, this could be a gold mine. I’d tune in, especially if the people were fun.
I love that O looks so different, it’s fabulous! Do you see Adina with reading glasses in the background? Priceless. Indra needing glasses would be kind of perfect tbh, though I do assume it was just Adina reading something haha. ALSO. THIS- https://twitter.com/100Fanbase/status/939677653270958080 And then he apparently deleted it!? What even? Oooooh that picture of Clarke, I just assumed it was the new, larger Dead Zone- like more of the world had turned to that? But you could be right, it’s grainy, and when I looked it again I really couldn’t tell if it was waves or rocks!
No scars would be awesome! That Clarke, she does good work. You know, as long as she has like 30 seconds to work with and like no margin for error. Super cool under pressure, I like that in a “surgeon”. Ha ha and you’re so right- there are protocols for these things.
Glad the wedding was nice! Snow huh? Do you have a lot? We got about 5 inches or so and then more the next night, so it’s white here and pretty cold. Bell cheated and Clarke’s preggers? Oh my. Relationship foibles. Not cool Bellamy!! Do they aLL cheat???
Winona Ryder is pretty awesome, although she’s super spastic in the first one (I mean it’s understandable, her kid is missing) but she’s a lot calmer in the second one, and I liked that better. And yeah Zoran. 🙂
YES re- read. This will be fun. I’m really curious about Snow too, like will he be more nuanced in the books, since in the movies he’s kinda just bad guy with no redeeming qualities (at least none that I can remember?) I mean is there a REASON that he keeps the Hunger games status quo going, the Capitol is clearly prosperous and if he wanted to he could maybe make life better for the provinces, but is there a deeper reason he doesn’t other than maintaining an iron fist and punishing the provinces for eternity? I’m curious. 🙂
I liked Bughead but they need to be over now, because the yo-yo thing aggravates the crap out of me. And I do like Arch and Betty together, even though I’m not Archie’s biggest fan. It just feels natural? But I hope they do it right, and I agree with you- so far it has NOT been handled properly. That “seeing her for the first time” thing- yeah because rebound lol. Watch out Betty for horndog Archie making a play! I forgot about Grundy! So true. Oh and if Betty was FP and Alice’s kid I would FREAK. That would be out there. Ha ha and yes gross! Alice and FP though could be all kinds of awesome, either in the past or even *gasp* now?!? I’d love to see Alice getting pulled back into that world…
So is anyone still doing the bookish games? And I had never heard of that mafia game so clearly I am too sheltered in the internets? That totally rules though.Musta been fun. And dude a drunken game- related Youtube channel would be the best. Did you ever see The Tipsy reader’s videos? It’s basically author Jadah McCoy’s book reviews where she’s wasted, and they’re kind of a riot. I don’t think she does em anymore, haven’t seen a new one in a while, but here you go. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5E9pwTLetE
That is awesome- Adina with glasses. And a prequel book? He seems to like floating trial balloons- like oh I might write a prequel book, oops I shouldn’t have said, DELETE *wink wink*. Yeah right Jason. 🙂 And I looked at that pic of Clarke again, I think it’s the OCEAN, you can see a ship out there? and Clarkie has a backpack on, like she’s been traveling? Maybe she went to find the ocean to see if anyone survived?
You’d have to be sure to schedule the surgery RIGHT as Azgeda is coming to attack you and take your home/makeshift hospital. That’s when she does her best work. With Monty in the background channeling the late, not-great Charles Pike. That episode really is the WORST. Considering it starred Riley, I’d expect nothing less.
We got probably like, 3 inches or so of snow? But it was weird because it was literally just supposed to be passing flurries, and since no one was prepared, the roads were a mess, and accidents were everywhere. 5 inches is basically a legit storm, so I can imagine it looks quite “White Christmas”-y there! Here it’s mostly melted already, which… not going to complain 😀 They DO all cheat, it seems! I didn’t know this would happen! I mean- they get in a relationship, they seem happy, then literally while their partner is asleep, they’re flirting with whoever else is awake! It’s quite alarming. They have a terrible sense of morality, or loyalty, or Idk, being a decent human being? Also, Murphy will NOT stop doing stand-up. Like, he is telling jokes, with a microphone and everything, and no one is even there?
And yes, Winona is a MESS, but I think I like that about her? Hah. How involved are these high school kids? I also can’t remember anyone’s names. I might take a little break and then get back to it.
I am going to start rereading tonight because frankly I don’t feel like reading anything else hah. Snow… it’s complicated. He IS a terrible dude, don’t get me wrong. But I think the question always lingers whether he really understands just how awful he is or if he really thinks he is doing the right thing. One thing Snow IS known for is being truthful- he’s not out to deceive people, even if he’s being cruel. The books are much better about fleshing him out a bit more- BUT the movies have those little snippets from his POV which I think were great.
I feel like Archie and Betty shouldn’t get together yet? Because it’s so early in the series, and I don’t want THAT to turn into a similar will-they-won’t-they thing? Because yeah, the Bughead yo-yo was definitely annoying. Wonder who Veronica will be after now? I can’t imagine they’d keep her single for long. But again, not a ton of choices, so who knows? I like the idea of Alice and FP now AND then. Then, of course for context, and now because it would be hilarious to watch. I agree, her going back into that world- and then someone obviously calling her out on her hypocrisy- would be fabulous. You think Car Accident Nick will be back? Seems like there was a reason they didn’t straight up kill him, right?
No, I don’t think they’re happening anymore, sadly. The last one was REALLY stressful apparently- if you go to the Dead Player Chat, things got REALLY heated- I wasn’t there obviously since I was never dead, but there were a lot of hurt feelings. People actually yelled at me for being indecisive (I only saw it after the fact of course) but honestly I thought it was hilarious because it was TRUE. But the mods had some personal stuff going on, and then all the fighting and hurt feelings… they just decided to call it for now- though they said they might do it again in the future, if their lives settled down. It was fun, but it was also the biggest mindfuck I have ever encountered!
Umm. Is the Tipsy Reader drunk BEFORE she starts? Because if she is sober… I am scared for when the drunkenness happens. She is being WAY too serious when she reviews it though- she should have done less review, more drinking hahah. She seemed drunker BEFORE she was at the park, basically ?
RIGHT? Like what even? Does he mean just flashbacks of like, Gagarin and such? Or an *actual* prequel show? Maybe he should worry less about a NEW show/books and instead figure out some kind of details about the CURRENT show we’re dying to know about? He is SO transparent though, I agree- obviously nothing he does is a mistake! I could definitely see her going to the ocean- especially since technically she WAS on an island, right? I mean, she had to get to land somehow, so yeah, you definitely could be right! And it DOES look like a ship, I agree, but we never saw ships EVER, so that’s kind of weird too? There was that one janky boat, Jaha’s now-dead canoe or whatever, and that was it- though that doesn’t mean there isn’t one, of course!
It totally looks like White christmas around here! The road looks like a sheet of ice and it’s cold. But I love it in a stark, wintry kind of way- and the Christmas lights don’t hurt (I think Christmas lights and snow go well together). I’ll be tired of it at some point, granted, but for now I’m enjoying it (although that probably has something to do with the fact that I don’t have to go out in it much lol). And that’s deeply disturbing about the sims’ lack of personal morality, although I suppose it IS more entertaining that way. Murphy, I don’t even *shakes head* but at least he’s not the one peeing in a bed s he’s got that going for him.
I don’t remember the kids’ names after TWO seasons! Just that they’re kinda idiots??
I am loving THG by the way. Kat just blew up the supplies and is looking for Rue (I sadly feel that’s not going to end well?). The only beef I have with Kat is she really doesn’t seem to realize that Peeta is trying to help her- it seems like she would have realized when he said “run” that he meant well- but other than that I love it. The tracker jackers were kind of a trip. And I’d love to see a running commentary by Haymitch and Cinna as they watch the action, that would be fun!
I feel like Arch and Betty are endgame so you may be right? Is it too soon? It definitely is if they’re going to play games with it. TBH I thought they were going to get more mileage out of Bughead. The twists and turns on this show can be a little dizzying, and they seem a little arbitrary too. I don’t know about V! And I used to hate FP but now the possiblities there are intriguing… 🙂
I can… see that happening. It would almost be impossible NOT to have hard feelings maybe, in a game like that? Which is why (off topic here) I love books or movies that play with that- do you want to play a game *insert evil laugh* And then of course the game goes haywire. Hey speaking of- did you ever see the movie The Game with Michael Douglas? Dude I LOVE that movie, it’s a mindfuck too. watch it!!!! okay back on topic. I feel like a Dead Player chat would have the potential to go off the rails, perhaps??
I’m not sure if she’s ever sober but yes the park is kind of a mess, I agree. I think her first few reviews were the better ones. But then is she trying to be drunker than she really is? That thought crossed my mind.
I keep forgetting she’s on an island! Or was, presumably before she leaves and goes to Green PAtch or whatever they’re gonna call it. And I’d love to see ruined ships. I even wondered if that thing on the right side sorta was the rig? Alas I am probably stretching a bit. 🙂 I’m blown away though that we know NOTHING yet- here in mid december? That’s actually kinda weird.
I agree, the lights and snow DO look nice together. Again, from inside of a house hah. I DO think I’d like it more if, like you said, there wasn’t a lot of coming and going happening. I think my biggest reason for hating it is just because around here, everything is far from everything else? Like- if it wasn’t already such a hassle to go places, then maybe it wouldn’t be so irritating? Or maybe I am just a terrible Scrooge-type, who knows ?
Monty really is a mess. I feel bad now that I am pretty sure it’s a glitch, I perhaps could have prevented him from soiling himself? I’m more disappointed in Bellamy, though. Murphy at least wasn’t hurting anyone with his incessant stand-up. Actually- now I kind of wonder if he is glitching too? I should really try to straighten them all out. Now it’s like- do I be responsible and return comments, or do I do what I want and play? Decisions.
HA I know the girl’s name is Eleven! And one of them is called Mike, I think? But I couldn’t tell you which one. Maybe I’ll give them their own names. The curly haired one is now called Seamus. And Henry is the young black fellow. Zoran is Zoran, obviously. And let’s call the other one Timmy. Like from Lassie, you know? My names are so much better than whatever their actual names are anyway.
YAY I am so glad you’re loving it!! This makes me so happy! I mean, no, Rue doesn’t end well of course. But I also love their relationship in the book SO much more than in the movie. Also, NOPE Katniss has NO idea that Peeta is helping her- she thinks he’s with the careers, and she DID think he said “run”, but she also isn’t sure she didn’t hallucinate it. The tracker jackers are SO awful, but so amazingly described! I think they could have done that better in the movie too, but maybe it was because of the PG-13 rating? I also think the first movie was by FAR the worst, so there’s that. I wish Haymitch and Cinna could have had a proper bromance, I agree! It IS kind of sad that we don’t get to see that angle in the books.
YES I am shocked that Bughead (and Varchie, I guess) ended SO quickly. Like I could see if there was a larger cast, but what the hell are they going to do now? Maybe Archie needs to be single for awhile. I mean- he has been with Grundy, Val, and Veronica in the span of… well, who knows, let’s say a month. Maybe you need a little breather, my dude. Who am I kidding, by next week HE may be sleeping with Alice Cooper.
I mean, I DO understand some of the hard feelings, I guess? Some of the stuff WAS a little over the top. But also, Jeann and I are good friends and she lied to me for 10 weeks and I knew it was part of the game, you know? She was worried I’d be mad and I’m like… uhh NO, that was what you’re supposed to do! But apparently there were some low-blows behind the scenes, which is NOT cool. I have not seen The Game (because me and movies, ha) but it does sound quite interesting! I read the synopsis, and I DO love a psychological mind game sort of story. I definitely will watch it!
YES I was thinking that, too! That maybe she’s playing up the drunkenness for camera, which I do kind of get (because how drunk does she really want to be in public in the middle of the day). I feel like it would have been funnier if she had like- Drunken Book Club. Where she and a few friends got together and drunkenly chatted about books.
Yeah, I kind of wonder how the hell she even gets OFF of ALIE Island? I mean- did the boat survive? Did she MacGyver one herself? And Green Patch is called Eden! Aka, the title of Episode 1! But yeah- did she just search until she found it? Where did she find food, water, shelter, etc until then? I have so many questions. How the hell did Madi survive? I feel like the thing that looks like the Rig is actually a part of a bridge? So you could very well be right about the water. ALSO. We still have almost nothing in terms of info (WHY do they hate us? No idea. But it IS weird that it’s mid-December and we have nothing. They’re done filming in about 5 weeks and we don’t even have a DATE.) BUT Jason clearly feels bad for us, and gave us this precious gift: https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/940667701055197184
ALL the questions. Who is that with Miller? And also who cares because BELLARKE in POLIS. Wonder if this means Indra is hard at work on Indrabees, the new Polis post-Praimfaya restaurant chain…. ?
No, you’re perfectly normal. I think I’m in the minority for LIKING the snow, although like I said that may change at any moment. Our road was an ice sheet again this morning and still mostly is, but the main road are fine. But I love the cold air, how crisp it is, not that I want to stay out in it long lol. And watching it out the window.
Yeah that is a tough call. I can see the advantages of both. 🙂 Is it fun to play the SIMS after a while or does it get old? I’ve never played a SIM game so I have no idea. I did used to play RPG’s that had a lot of role playing options (even romances- that was kinda, um, weird but lots of people love em and I think the Bioware games like MAss Effect and whatever still do those) and those were a BLAST. And oh my gosh such a time sink. They just eat up the hours… but that was pre- blogging.
Oh yeah Mike. And Dustin I think (or justin?)- whatever. Idiot basically, especially in S2. I think your names are appropriate. 🙂
So I finished THG- loved it- and tomorrow I start Catching Fire. Which I’m super pumped for. The muttations were nasty- and they’re the dead tributes? Even Rue??? Gah fuck that Collins. Damn. Oh and the Gamemakers are assholes lol. But such a good book- you’re right it just flows and I had so much fun. 🙂
Riverdale has a habit of writing whatever the fuck they need for that week, seems like, way worse than the 100 could ever be. Oh this week Bughead. Oh this week no Bughead. Merry go round, now the whole show’s about gangs, ooh a street race, now cold case murders… I love it but yeah it’s got no internal consistency because…. whatever!! lol
That would be difficult. Even knowing it’s a game but having to lie as part of it, if the two people are mature and it’s in good fun no big deal, but I can see with more personalities involved… yeah it’s bound to go bad. And oh my gosh yes you have to see The Game, that’s like of my faves of ever. Here’s one of my fave scenes, cause, you know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0ZnN4mivGw “You want to know how a camera got into your home?” LOVE that movie.
Drunken Book Club actually sounds like a good idea!
Bellarke in Polis! Yes fucking yes. Love that pic. And Jason teasing lack of food as a possible storyline? Or maybe it’s just a one- off comment. I’m down for an Indrabees, absolutely. All the memorabilia and Americana takes on a whole new meaning in the aftermath of multiple apocalypti? And where else are people gonna eat? Indra will clean up. But lots of questions there. Wonder if that one dude is a Gagarin person? I wonder if after the initial hostility the Gagarin crew breaks into factions, some working with the Arkadians and others not. Man we need info…
I feel like I might hate it more than most people though? And the older I get the crankier I seem to be at it- probably because there are no such thing as “snow days” in adulthood and frankly, that’s rude. Today was the third snowy day and I was so salty, which I know is ridiculous because it’s December in Pennsylvania but… I can’t help it, it makes me mad!
I decided to play The Sims and give zero fucks about my blog. Well, I DID comment on a few other blogs so I didn’t feel totally useless, but that’s about it. And then I knocked up Octavia. With Murphy’s baby. And then Raven finally got Monty to woo-hoo instead of being in his gaming forums, but then she got a negative pregnancy test and she’s currently crying. It’s been a rough day at Casa Delinquent. Also, Octavia refused to go to work so she’s probably going to be fired. Oh it gets VERY old honestly. Like now it’s still kind of funny because I don’t play it very often, but after the first few babies and marriages and deaths… it’s meh. I feel like a RPG would be fun- but definitely a time suck like you said. So wait- they had romances!? How does that work!? I am so curious!
Oh YAY I am excited for you to start Catching Fire! I seriously loved that one even more. It’s probably my favorite if I *had* to choose. Yeah the mutts… no one ever really knew if they were actually the dead tributes, or just made to LOOK like the dead tributes. I assume the latter, but hell, you never know in that series! I do love how compulsively readable it is- I was “just one more chapter”-ing it last night, and it’s my 12th time reading it hahah.
I think one of the reasons I am loving Riverdale so much is that it IS kind of easy? I mean, after shows like The 100 and 12 Monkeys and Continuum that kind of mess with your head, it’s nice to not have to worry about anything making sense ever ? And I think they don’t give timelines and locations almost so they CAN play fast and loose with continuity. Which again, works for the type of show I suppose. Though I don’t think I could watch a lot of shows like it? It would start to drive me insane. I think that during tonight’s episode, they should premiere The 100 trailer with a date. Please and thank you. (It isn’t happening, is it?)
Yeah I mean- I think it was almost helpful that we were friends because I would never be mad? Val played too, and I kept joking that I was going to be so pissed if she lied to me (I wouldn’t have been!) but she died in the first week and I knew she was on my team hahha. There were a few people who took it WAYYYY too seriously and then started to attack on a personal level, and I guess that is where things got ugly. Ooooh that looks so creepy! The clown, why is it always a clown? Hah. I loved how the guy was like making fun of him for thinking a tiny camera was impossible and he’s like “you’re right, impossible. You’re having a conversation with your television” ? I really am going to have to watch it because I am very curious as to what the point of the game is!
OH nice catch on the potential “no food” storyline! I feel like that kind of WILL be a part of it? I mean- if everyone is fighting over that stupid green space, it isn’t just for the scenery! HA can you even imagine the decor at Indrabees? The sigil of the late Flokru, an arrow from Ilian’s neck, a Pauna tooth… the possibilities are endless! (Also “apocalypti” may be my new favorite word!) Oh good call on that being a Gagarin person- because you’re right, Jason even said that they’ll be hostile “at first”, which means that by this point, some of them are probably friendly. I also wonder if we’ll have a few new characters from Bunkerkru. It makes sense that a few would become closer with our characters during the 6+ years.
We still have NOTHING in the way of details, but Jason threw us a Kabby scrap today! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/941025887855583232 There are theories floating around that Bellamy and Spacekru will find Bunkerkru BEFORE they find Clarke, Madi, and Gagarin, and Bellamy will tell Abby that Clarke is dead. I actually don’t hate this theory? Because I think in my mind I was sure they’d find Clarke and/or Gagarin, THEN dig out Bunkerkru, so this is… different. And high emotional fodder 😀
Yeah we got a snowstorm here today, more snow and the roads are crappy again. Cold too! Man it was freezing. Snow days definitely need to be a thing, why should kids get all the fun?
“knocked up Octavia” lol. Nice. But at least relationships are happening, which is good. Okay in the RPG’s I played it’s like you have a character and you can meet other characters, they can join up, whatever, and some have romance storylines, so if you choose certain dialogue options or whatever you initiate a romance. They go in all kinds of directions. I haven’t played one lately so stuff like Dragon Age or Mass effect or whatever might have more developed ones now? Bioware is known for having romances in their RPG’s, all kinds of genders/ combos. I’m kinda out of the loop though, I wonder if shipping is a thing now in RPG’s??
Catching Fire is your favorite? Good to know. I’m wondering if Snow finagles Katniss back in the Games because he’s pissed about her berries stunt, or the growing rebellion? Or both. I probably knew once after seeing the movie but it’s been a while. The mutts thing was so creepy- it must have been awful to see Rue’s face on something trying to kill her. Yikes.
I think you’re right about Riverdale. I mean fans like us tend to hash all the theories out, and sometimes it’s nice just to watch a show and not give a fuck. That’s what I’m doing with Runaways too, just going with it. And oh shit tonight was Riverdale wasn’t it??? Totally missed it. Shit! Oh well I’ll watch it tomorrow I guess *sigh* I did watch the new Runaways today, and I went back and finished Glitch since it was bugging me that I didn’t finish it (it redeemed itself somewhat). So yeah… Riverdale totally slipped by me.
The Game is amazing because the point of it is to… fuck with people. Like if you’re jaded and want something that will take over your life, it will totally do that. And he is totally not ready for it. I mean they break into his house to place cameras! And actually they do a lot worse than that. It’s so good. 🙂 And yes I loved the way the guy in the TV set talked to him. “Do you know how dangerous that is?” cracks me up every time.
An arrow from Ilian’s neck- damn. Good one! A Pauna tooth- you’re killing me. Maybe one of hose weird ass skulls they never explained. And true story I almost deleted apocalypti because I thought is that even a word and maybe it sounds stupid, but then I left it. And I do feel like someone or someones will emerge from Bunkerkru… gah I want to know and they’re not telling us!!
Cute Kabby pic! I wonder if that background behind them is any kind of clue. Looks like some kind of facility? At least they look like they’re having fun. That theory is interesting, although I don’t know if I like it- I kinda want Bellarke reunited early on, and I don’t relish seeing Abby grieve if she thinks Clarke’s gone. You’re right though, for that same reason it would be good emotional fodder. And it would certainly juggle things up a bit? Hmmm…
I feel like kids don’t even like snow days that much? Like- there’s nothing to do since you can’t really go anywhere, and I personally would have rather had the days off in the summer. BUT, as an adult, there is also no summer vacation, so I would absolutely take a snow day! I remember this one snow day when I was in high school where there was literally no snow- and it never came, either. We’d been at morning weights and they cancelled school while we were there but it wasn’t snowing so we went to breakfast. Still wasn’t snowing, so we went to the mall. Still no snow, went to a friend’s house. The stupidest snow day, but the most fun hah.
I agree, I feel like at LEAST half the fun of The 100 Sims is getting them all into ridiculous relationships? So okay- here’s my question: so the romantic storyline characters, they’re like, computer-generated, yeah? And then you can decide if your main game character wants to have a romance with the character or not? Or am I totally wrong? It sounds oddly enjoyable, like you can REALLY mess up the characters’ “lives” ? I really kind of want to try one but also…. time. One day!
So I am the weirdo who likes The Hunger Games the LEAST of the three. I feel like most people seem to like Catching Fire the most. I loved Mockingjay, but it has a different vibe than the first two- much more political and somehow even darker. Also, I was thinking about it last night, and “The Hunger Games” is actually a REALLY stupid title? Like- that is why I almost never read them! I feel like they should have been called something more… Roman, actually. I digress. The answer to your question is both. Snow is PISSED, and he figures this is a good way to kill Katniss for her stunt AND kill the rebellion all at once. And, as if he needed a third reason, talk about a Games where everyone would be on the edge of their seats. He also tells you the “official” reason for using the Victors, too, during the announcement of the Quell 🙂 And yeah, I think that Snow loved the psychological torment of the mutts the most. What a sicko.
YESSS Riverdale was on last night. It was… interesting. Part of it I felt was quite anticlimactic? And then this other part was… surprising I think. So I will be very curious to hear what you think of it! I agree, I love that I don’t have to think (overthink, let’s be real hah) with Riverdale. Is Runaways still good? And Netflix keeps suggesting Glitch to me, I felt okay about refusing, but it kind of redeemed itself? I can’t decide if that is a good thing or a bad thing hah.
I am salty because of COURSE The Game is not available on any of the 129 different services I subscribe to. Amazon wants me to pay $4 just to RENT it, which is not happening. I will find a way though 😀 Is ANYONE ready for it? Like, are there people who think it’s a good idea? I am excited to watch it now! I loved the guy in the TV, I hope he is back for more fun during this game. And I loved how freaked out the maid was bwhahah.
OOOOH yes, the skulls that did not look human or animal, perfect! A preserved Trishana butterfly! I feel like they should probably throw a famous painting in there from Mt Weather, if any escaped. Something from Skaikru but what even do they have with them? OH! I know, that silly ass little tree that Kane’s mom was obsessed with! I am glad you didn’t delete apocalypti hahha. I think maybe there was never a word for it because one would assume that there’d only be ONE apocalypse, because then that is the end. But NOPE, not on The 100. So you needed to invent one, it’s just good sense!
It DOES look like a facility- certainly full of tech. I kind of wondered if maybe that was just the behind the scenes and is tech for production, not a set? But who can ever tell with this show! I wouldn’t put it past them hah. That’s the thing- I mean, I don’t *want* Abby to suffer but… actually, no, maybe I do, is that awful? I mean, knowing that it’s only temporary? Because like- it’d be an interesting departure for her. Every other time when everyone thought Clarke was dead, Abby was the only one whose faith held strong. But now… this would be an interesting dynamic, because this is the one time Abby actually did doubt that Clarke would survive? I DO agree that I don’t want to have to wait a long time for a Bellarke reunion. Maybe we won’t have to either way? I hope? Though we still have to wait for even a damn premiere date apparently. Some sleuths on Twitter (who have too much time on their hands, tbh) recalled that the trailers for the past two seasons came out on December 14, and here were are, and alas, no news.
They don’t call snow days here unless it’s really bad- which let’s face it, it’s Michigan right?, so I guess we’re expected to suck it up a bit. That does sound like a crazy snow day though! they were forecasting a ton of snow and it just never came? I bet you guys laughed your asses off about that
Yes the NPC characters are run by the computer, and you can usually form a party by accepting a certain number into your group. Some romances will only be activated if you fit certain criteria, like there are hetero ones and M/M or F/F or whatever. They ARE kinda fun I guess, although I think I only did one or two, I bet they’re more involved now. And yes you can definitely!! mess people up lol.
So I started CF today and I’m at the point where they just got to District 11 and PEacekeepers shot that dude. Damn! I’m a little disappointed that it’s been what 6 months and Kat and Peeta/ Gale have not really talked things out? Like Kat and Peeta live next door to each other now and they have this thing between them, and they seriously haven’t discussed it… once? Urgh. Or her and Gale either? I can see why people agonized over Peeta/ Gale because at this point they both seem good for her, in different ways. Although if I remember from the movies doesn’t Gale get involved in the rebellion, and make choices that turns her off a bit? I guess I’ll see. Also I can see where Mockingjay might feel different, since the first book had almost no mention of rebellion, and now we’re seeing the seeds of it. I imagine it’s a whole different story when war breaks out!
I watched Riverdale, and I have thoughts. First of all I think it’s hilarious Archie’s mom booked a singles cruise- clearly they do not want Molly Ringwald back on the show! Oh and can I have that school lounge? Looks so cozy! I’d never go to class. Nana Rose was creepy AF, and Jugs- seriously? Did he CUT Penny? Dayum. He’s all in w/ the Serpents I guess, which seems silly. And Greendale fucking again. I’m tellin ya, they’re namedropping that town every 5 minutes, must be priming the pump for Sabrina. And man we’ve said it before but this show is so dark now. I love it though.
So the killer was Svenson after all? I’m kinda doubting it but maybe that storyline’s done? And what’s with all the foreshadowing there on Betty? Sheesh. Archie and Betty kiss, then Archie lets Veronica kiss him and doesn’t tell her he’s into Betty now? That won’t go well. I was just starting to like arch more, but that was douchey. Runaways IS still good- not excellent but good. Intriguing enough to keep me watching. 🙂 Glitch I have a hard time recommending because even though the seasons are only 6 episodes each, they kinda meander and take forever to get anywhere? But it’s set in Australia so that’s interesting. I mean it wrap things up sorta and explain stuff, so it redeemed itself that way, but I just didn’t love it?
You can probably watch the greatest hits of the movie on Youtube, since they have those movieclip snippets, but it’s worth waiting to see the whole thing. It’s so moody and atmospheric, and the premise of the Game is amazing because it’s so involved, you sign a waiver and they can do ANYTHING. It’s totally open ended and can appear in your life at any time, in any form. I’m surprised it doesn’t exist in RL! Maybe it does in some form…
Ooh yeah Mt. Weather stuff! Like a drill (ow). And maybe some space junk from the Ark since everything was junked . I want to see that radioactively fucked up deer ha ha. Oh the decor would be the best, fuck the food. Although I don’t know, I imagine Indra cooks a mean steak?
Hmmm… Dec 14? What if we get a trailer *gasp* before Christmas, or better yet a release date? Best christmas present ever lol? I’d take it! Seriously is this show going to come out in late spring now or even into summer, I wonder? Gah this could be weird.
Oh wow, really? That means that Michigan is sensible, then! Here… it’s dumb because it IS Pennsylvania and it does kind of come with the territory. So basically, at the start of the winter, there are snow days for any insignificant amount of snow. It’s really stupid. THEN, as the winter goes on, they realize “aw crap we’ve used too many days and now we need to calm down” and so when school SHOULD be off, it isn’t. And this has happened as long as I can remember, so clearly they don’t learn from their mistakes. And YEP- there was snow in the forecast, and then… it just didn’t happen. It was hilarious!
Oh that sounds interesting. I can”t decide if I like the idea, or am weirded out by it, or maybe a little of both hahah. Like- I think if it’s just a low key part of a game, it would be fun, but if it got *too* involved/complicated, it would be a little skeevy, since it’s you know, not an actual human?
GAH that scene is AWFUL, I hate it, and then in the movie they show the sweet old man who is just like, trying to stand up for Katniss and Peeta, it kills me. I agree that it IS a mess that they don’t even speak. But I guess it’s probably easy enough not to- it isn’t like they ever really ran in the same circles, plus Katniss is a mess of a human being when communication is involved. And Peeta was just so heartbroken, and probably kind of embarrassed? Gale…. ugh. I never knew what to think about those two. I was always Team Peeta, just because he was SUCH a good guy. Gale cared for her of course, but yeah, there is a BIG reason why she and Gale won’t work in the end- the books do it FAR more justice than the movies. In fact, I don’t even think the movie addresses it fully? That part is actually VERY different, I think partly because Phillip Seymour Hoffman died before filming most of MJ2, so they reworked quite a bit of the ending.
I LOVED Molly Ringwald going on a singles cruise! That was perfect, that is EXACTLY where I want her for the rest of the series ? Seriously, what public school lounge LOOKS like that? Or even HAS a lounge? No school I was in had such a thing! Nana Rose is my new fave. She was so delightfully creepy! I thought Jughead burned the tattoo off, but no matter, he was pretty damn vicious. Why the hell didn’t they just kill her, honestly? I have been wondering that since she first started blackmailing Jug- like, get RID of her, you’re a damn gang! You’re right about the Greendale name drops- must be in preparation!
The whole love… square? I guess it’s a square, between that group is infuriating. You KNOW how this will go, too. He won’t tell Veronica, Betty will let it slip or something, everyone will be mad. My eyes will be rolling right out of my head. Archie IS being douchey, I am not a fan. The whole “dark Betty” thing was weird- definitely foreshadowing, and definitely letting us know that they won’t let this dumb janitor storyline die. I was so bummed it was him, too. I was hoping it would be Betty’s dad, I have no idea why, but I did. Glitch sounds… frustrating, because it would almost be easier if it was just NOT good at all, and then you could move on? Maybe everyone else will hate it and it will be canceled and you will no longer have to worry about it. Weird thing to hope for, but..
NO, I shall find the full movie somewhere. Hell, I’d rather buy it than pay Amazon $4 MORE to watch it. I don’t know why I have been so salty lately about paying extra for media, but I really am hahha. Like- I think if I didn’t pay a shit ton for stuff already, it’d be fine? But I don’t even get to keep it! Like, at least I own/can rewatch 12 Monkeys! I bet the DVD is like, cheaper than renting it even. I WILL find it. WAIT, so there is… no end point!? That is creepy! I am curious as to what makes someone agree to join the game, it must have a pretty amazing prize if people are willing to play. I always wonder if shady shit like that goes on in the real world. Probably does, somewhere. With like, super rich people of course.
GAH the drill would be the worst. Or the Reaper drug injectors hah. I feel like nearly everything from the Ark is either in space, or lost at this point, which is sad. Maybe Niylah hung onto the wristband they used to save Raven! And Indra absolutely serves the best two-headed-deer burger in town, that’s for sure.
I am seriously worried about the date/trailer thing. Like, I feel like last year we had a date at LEAST a month before the trailer. So yeah, my guess is March or later, which really sucks. They’re officially done writing S5 though! And Jason tweeted that he was hopeful about a S6, which makes one of us hahha.
Wow so they call school off for fairly light amounts? Kinda like the South almost sounds like. Although the south is probably worse. And yeah I guess it is sensible, in the sense that if they call too many days off the kids have to go longer in summer- but there have been days when it’s been like an ice sheet and I’m like really, you’re running school today??
Exactly. I always thought it was a little weird too, because hello? Not an actual human lol. You’re interacting with some code. Although in the future with virtual reality and who knows what else will people take virtual lovers? As part of the game or just- cause? That would be a good YA sci fi plot maybe. “I ditched my girlfriend because I have a new one in the game” or some nonsense like it.
It’s hard not to be Team Peeta, he’s such a good guy. I’m really interested in seeing what happens with Gale, cause I kinda like him? It’s a tough one!
Enjoy your cruise Molly! Sayonara, auf wiedersehn, all that. Good riddance. that was rather fun. And yes that lounge= awesome. We never had anything like that either, although the high school here has a coffee shop in it. Can you believe that? It’s right off the library and the kids can go in there and get coffee and shit! I was like, really???
The janitor thing is shit. I was thinking Betty’s dad too. Who cuts their own finger off? Fuck that. I bet we’ll find out he wasn’t really the Hood. And just how dark is Betty going to go? I mean there’s only so far before it’s ridiculous, right? And it wrapped up awfully fast. But then again I didn’t really LIKE the storyline so maybe it’s good if they’re moving on. Clearly there are subplots in play, especially at the Blossom residence. And yeah, I probably won’t watch Glitch if they do a S3. I feel like I’m done. I am waiting for Doctor Foster S2 to hit though, it’s a Brit show about a woman who finds out her husband is cheating with a young chick. I like some of those Brit shows.
The DVD probably is cheap. And there is an end point, sort of… if you survive lol. It’s more for like the rich person who’s done everything and wants the ultimate thrill. I mean if you say stop they don’t just stop, they take you right to your limit. I can’t really say anything else for spoilers. But they do extensive psych profiling of the person beforehand, and learn a lot from that…
I agree about Indra’s burgers. A little radioactivity just, you know, sears the meat a bit, locks in the juices, as they say. As long as the meat doesn’t sprout legs and try to get away, or glow.
Well if Jason is hopeful for a S6 then that must mean they haven’t been shut down after S5, at least not yet. That’s something, I guess. I’ve been pretty worried about it actually. It is SO weird how nothing has been announced yet. To think we were hoping for January, we’d only be a month away or so?????????
YES! I mean, obviously not as ridiculous as the south, nothing is hah, but still! Especially because we STILL have those days where the roads are wayyy too bad and no one should be in school but they wasted too many days! Like- when I was 10, I was in a school bus accident (everyone was pretty much fine but it made national news which was kind of fun when you’re 10 ha) and it was because they didn’t close school even though there was SO much ice. So basically, my area is just stupid- too alarmist OR too negligent, never just appropriate hah.
YES! In my mind it was like… if Jaha wanted to start something up with ALIE ? Like, obviously the idea of virtual reality is fun, but it brings up SO many questions. Namely, what is “real”, not even just in romances, but experiences across the board. But romantic relationships bring even more questions to the table. I guess I would never want someone to be told they *couldn’t* be in love with computer code but… could you, really? I mean, personally, I would prefer the company of actual human beings a million times over, but I suppose it could work for some people? I kind of love that as an idea for a book! It’s fascinating because the human partner would of course have flaws and such, where the game partner could be manufactured to the user’s specifications, so I actually see people doing that, ending real life relationships and seeking computerized ones, but I feel like it’s a GOOD thing to actually love someone flaws and all? Like.. character building or something? (Now we have an ending to the book too- the dude realizes that the computer girlfriend may be “perfect” but maybe perfect is boring as sin!)
I liked Gale for the first half of the first time I read THG. I think because he was her friend and took care of Prim and all that stuff. But it’s so clear that she and Peeta are a far better fit. I think Gale is too much like Katniss sometimes for it to have worked? And I really like the dynamics of their relationship too- it’s like, SHE is the one who physically saves HIM, and I think that’s the first time I read that in a book, and it was so refreshing.
WAIT, the high school has a COFFEE SHOP!? What the hell kind of place is this!? I mean, I am jealous, of course. We had… nowhere, you just saw your friends in like, the cafeteria or the parking lot like normal kids! I feel SUPER old saying this but… I didn’t even know high school kids DRANK coffee?! ? There wasn’t even a legit coffee shop at my COLLEGE. Goodness, I went to the wrong places.
Her dad would have been PERFECT- especially with the connection with her random-ass grandfather popping in at the end there- I was SURE that meant something. But nope, just meant… the janitor is chopping off extremities? That might have been the funnest part of the whole storyline though because talk about desperate. I really hope this Dark Betty stuff doesn’t drag out too long. Maybe it wasn’t him, and now Betty will think it’s… her? I don’t even know, why would anyone keep a damn serial killer’s head-wear!? I agree though, I am glad it ended- IF it ended, that is. I want more of the creepy old Blossom grandma’s stories. That is a spinoff I’d watch, no question. Just Nana Blossom, telling creepy and awful old stories about Riverdale, and any other Dale she happens to know.
Good call on Glitch, be done! Doctor Foster, huh? I feel like that show could have ended very quickly, with the woman… Idk, castrating her shitty husband and riding off into the sunset? I assume it goes way beyond the cheating? I am trying to get my post about shows together- but I am so lazy about blogging right now. And shows, actually. I still haven’t gone back to Stranger Things, even though I do want to. Or The Handmaid’s Tale because goodness, everything has been to gross in the world to delve into that again. I should pick it back up soon, it really is worth it, but it’s tough to get into the right mindset (you know, the mindset of “shit, actually, being eaten by a bear would be more pleasant than this world”).
GAH this movie sounds really good- I love that they do psychological profiles and such and I want to know why and how. Hmmm actually, Amazon says I can rent it in SD for $3. I think I can live with that. But what I don’t like is that you only have 24 hours to watch it. With my luck, my internet or power or something would go out right after I started ?
HA that’s the special sauce on the burger, the radioactive glow. Perfect. The real question is, can you cook the radiation out of the meat? Does it work like bacteria? And if Murphy is the chef, will he even bother to check?
I agree, I think Jason just wouldn’t have said anything if he wasn’t hopeful. But it worries me too. I mean, I guess we’ve lasted this long, I *can* wait until March or whatever if I must, but I really do not want to. Now I just hope that it isn’t even longer. Or that it isn’t the end. I feel like they’re being really shitty to Jason, the writers, etc, too- because they are the ones who have to deal with the crazy fans yelling and bitching about it, and The CW says nothing, that just seems awful. GAH it would have only been a month. Sobs. There is basically zero percent chance of that happening at this point. I think March is actually the BEST we can hope for, honestly.
I would think a bus accident at that age would be pretty traumatic! And yeah there’s debate here too sometimes about their decisions- why didn’t they call this day off, why DID they call that one? Who knows.
And yes virtual lovers- there are so many possibilities there. Ex Machina (the movie) explored that a bit, and it was freaky. the end of that movie is a trip, BTW. But yes I love it! Dude realizes virtual GF is “too” perfect, so he ditches her and she goes berserk and seeks revenge. I’m down for that. Oh and I can totally see people doing that, picking a “manufactured” partner lol. You know it’s coming. Although I agree, a real/ flawed partner is best? I mean, really. Still talk about ethical conundrums.
I know, I didn’t know anybody in high school who drank coffee? Beer maybe lol. We just had a shitty cafeteria too. But no this high schol has one and it’s nice, I mean it looks like any small to medium sized little coffee shop you’d wander into. I was shocked when I saw it! What’s next a fucking Applebee’s in there???
I really wanted it to be Betty’s dad too. then Alice would be free to shack up with FP and be Serpent woman again and let the good times roll! Sadly, she’ll have to stay a prim Northsider apparently for a bit yet. and who was Mama Blossom shacking up with on Christmas morning (poor Cheryl)? That put a dent in opening presents! Nana Blossom is just evil, with that eye and shit.
Doctor Foster was pretty good, you know the Brit shows. They do things differently. She actually knows the girl’s parents so they’re all having dinner one night and she unloads about the fooling around, and it’s so awesome. I guess S2 got a bit controversial but it hasn’t hit Netflix yet. And I totally know what you mean- sometimes shows are hard t go back to, and why force it? That’s how I was w/ Glitch- I had to take a break and when I was in the mood for it again (sorta), I finished it. But some shows I just won’t go back to.
Ha ha no doubt. You’ll have to tell me what you think! And if you hate it- sorry lol. 🙂
I don’t think you CAN get the radioactivity out? Hope so because yeah Murph won’t give a shit, he’ll just microwave the shit to “warm” it and slap it on a plate. Here ya go a $10 burger. Prime meat *snicker*. Glowing food might be the next food trend in Indraworld.
I agree, the CW are being assholes about it. What is their deal? It would be hard to be almost done filming and not even know when you’re premiering or anything. Merry fucking Christmas CW! If it wasn’t for the 100 and Riverdale I wouldn’t even watch that f’ing network…
Oh it WAS traumatic. After the novelty of it wore off and I realized I’d have to, you know, get on the bus again, it was a real shitshow. Though I think my parents took it the hardest- it happened on a Friday, and the following Monday our house had a for sale sign on the lawn, no joke. They’d talked about it from time to time, but I guess that was their impetus to move once and for all.
OOOH I had not thought about it from the perspective of the computerized.. thing? What do we call them? But whatever it is going nuts sounds quite entertaining. I mean, not for that guy, but screw him. I think the ethical part fascinates me the most- that and the psychological components of who’d pick the computer over the human and why. I think maybe part of my distaste for it is that it is SO manufactured- could it ever feel authentic and real? Or would you feel like you basically paid for a glorified, computerized escort service? Like on the list of reasons I’d want to hear from someone who wanted to be with me, “because I was programmed to” is NOT on there. It’s kind of depressing.
I didn’t either! Every so often my friends and I would get half cappuccino, half hot chocolate from those gas station coffee machines, but at that point it was about 2% coffee, let’s be real. We had a shitty cafeteria too. And a little “shop” that was actually just a storage closet that some nun sold candy and crap out of for charity. And a Snapple machine , which I am pretty sure cost my parents more than the actual tuition ?
OOoh yeah, I hadn’t thought about how that would free up Alice in this story. Fake-Prim Alice is so BORING. Damn, that would have been extra good. And just the emotional fallout would have been fabulous. They really robbed us. OH! I was wondering who that was too, that Cheryl walked in on her mom with! Were we supposed to know? Because I did not. It IS a sad Christmas morning for Cheryl, but not for her mom I suppose. Talk about a Christmas present for Mama Blossom ? Nana IS evil, but in that really fun way. She’s the kind of villain I like.
I googled Doctor Foster. Only 5 episodes per season? That is quite short! Damn the girl really is young, too- 23!? I can see from the description why it could be controversial- “The storyline was inspired by the ancient myth of Medea, a wronged wife who poisons her husband’s new bride and kills their children.” WELL THEN. I wonder how closely that ends up being followed ? I feel like I try so hard to finish shows, unless they reallly start to bore me. Especially one as beloved as Stranger Things! But I am struggling. I did watch two more episodes of The Handmaid’s Tale though- once I start watching, I can’t stop, but it’s hard to start. There was actually a super tiny glimmer of hope in one of the episodes finally! But then no, our MC was forced to have sex with some dude again to try to get pregnant, so back to hopeless hell.
I am sure I will like it, it sounds interesting! Plus you really haven’t steered me wrong yet, so.
HA I could see Murphy doing that. “Sure, I ‘washed’ the veggies”. He probably would sell all the good meat to some shady Grounder in a back alley, and then cook up squirrel and rat and shit for Indrabees. He and Emori could just BUY Becca’s mansion after a few weeks of double dipping. I love the glowing food trend. OH! Indra can start her own nightclub, and the whole decor theme could be Trishanakru world. I’d go.
Seriously, I feel like the CW are basically assholes. That’s the thing- they are literally finishing up, the writers are done, etc, and yet no one has any idea if/when it’ll even be on. I mean, it WILL be, because they’d not spend all that money for nothing, but if it were my job, I’d be freaking the hell out. They seriously need to give their employees AND their fans some news before Christmas. Like- they obviously know by now, it’s not even a matter of them not being able to tell us, it’s just them being shitty about it.
Wow so that did have a big impact on your life! I can see it though, that’s a huge deal. It would certainly be hard to get back on the bus after something like that.
“because I was programmed to” lol. No doubt, that’d be a bit of a relationship killer. You should check out Alex and Ada, it’s a graphic novel that explores that very thing. Guy gets an artificial girlfriend from his grandma (who has her own artificial lover) and he finds out that there’s an underground movement of artificials who are sentient, so he unlocks her sentience so she can make her own choices. They fall in love, and… yeah I won’t spoil the rest. Good stuff. Or the Ex Machina movie, because FREAKY!!!
I don’t have any idea who Mama Blossom was shacking with, but poor Cheryl. she looked crushed. Mama Blossom is a strange bird though. And Nana… I think she likes fucking with people. Telling Archie and Betty just enough to freak them out, then she’s all like oh I’m tired take me to my room. Yeah right evil witch lol.
Yes I love those Brit shows with their short seasons! And I love that Medea reference- awesome! No she doesn’t poison anyone (at least not in S1- I think) but the dinner party where she goes off on the affair with her husband and the floozy right there- amazing scene. Floozy- I just wanted to use that word. The Handmaid’s Tale actually sounds really hard to watch, I can see where the unrelenting shittiness towards women would be hard to take?
Ooh good so far, although that just means the law of averages that something I recommend is really going to suck! Hopefully not for a while yet lol.
Murph selling the good stuff in an alley- I love that imagery. Wouldn’t he have fit right into that Polis marketplace where they were selling God knows what? Rat meat and whatever else. I feel like Indra would catch him though, and then watch out Murph. I would absolutely go to Indra’s nightclub. That would be amazing decor. She could even do a Rainforest Cafe 100-style. Instead of a periodic rainstorm she could have a periodic Praimfaya to scare the living bejeebers out of everyone…
Yeah the CW… makes you wonder what they’re doing. I agree. TV would be shitty to work in, from a showrunner perspective maybe… I think back to Dark Matter, and Joseph Mallozzi’s blog- he was the showrunner- he seemed like such a cool guy, and the cast and crew were awesome, and they tried to save that show but nope, it didn’t work out. Tough business, it’s amazing we get good shows at all!
Yeah, it really did. It’s funny, we went to Disney World about a week after, and my mom took us to school for the week in between, but even after 3 weeks, I was so paranoid- especially every time we went around the turn that we flew off of into the woods. Even though logically, I knew even at 10 that the likelihood of it happening again in the same spot were ridiculously low. And the school tried to fire the bus driver even though it was not his fault! How awful. Poor guy was stuck in the bus for hours, too- we all crawled out the little windows that half-open, but he was you know, a grown adult, and couldn’t fit. Ah, memories ?
I looked up Alex and Ada, it looks really good! I like that she can make her own choices. I feel like that adds a whole extra element to the AI-human relationship debate. I read a book where that was kind of a “thing” (Defy the Stars, which you should definitely read) and it wasn’t as weird because the AI had the ability to have feelings and opinions and stuff. I mean, there’s still the whole “this isn’t a real person” thing but… I can’t decide how much that matters? Though I think this is a problem for people much farther in the future than we’ll ever be ? I do like the sound of Ex Machina too. I looked it up and apparently it has quite good reviews. Another one for me to add to my constantly growing list of movies 😀
Seriously, Cheryl DID look upset. Probably means she knows the guy? And doesn’t like him, clearly. Because she kind of hated her dad, so I don’t think she’d really care if her mom had a new love interest? Honestly though, if you had Betty and Archie showing up at your house and you had creepy ass stories… wouldn’t it be super fun to mess with them? She must get so bored sitting around there, I feel like the old bat could use a few chuckles.
Heh floozy is a fabulous word. Sorely underused. I want to watch it just to see the reaction on the girl’s parents’ faces bwhaahah. Can you even imagine? She won’t be able to look them in the eye again for decades, at least. Handmaid’s Tale, ugh. Like- I’m legit going to watch Spacewalker tonight because it’s easier to watch Clarke kill Finn than watch The Handmaid’s Tale. I feel like I am not doing a very good job of endorsing this show ? But it IS good- just so scary. And like- even men aren’t safe, they constantly show the bodies of men who tried to like, NOT rape women being carted away, so it isn’t even like you’d be off the hook hah.
Well. Maybe something will suck, but… I doubt it? I mean, it’ll be hard for anything to live up to 12 Monkeys, that’s for sure, but flat out sucking… well I hope not. Even if it does though, you’re already forgiven because of all the fabulous stuff I’d never have watched if left to my own devices 😀
Oh YES I loved the Polis marketplace! It was like… Idk if you have them there, but random places around here have flea markets in huge parking lots and old drive-ins? It’s like that! Only instead of weird crafts or whatever, they sell rats at Polis. Or um, did. Those people are probably all dead. Oh Indra would SO catch Murphy! Like- Murphy is sneaky, but not sneaky enough to outsmart Indra. I LOVE the idea of random Praimfayas to really mess with the patrons. And if she gets them messed up enough on moonshine and Jobi tea, they’d probably freak out and think it was real, and she would have such a good laugh at their expense. I feel like Indra would never partake in any kind of mind altering beverages…
That is really sad about Dark Matter. Like- when you think about it, it isn’t even just the shows we love, it’s people’s careers, so it’s extra shitty. Jason tweeted today that we won’t be getting the trailer before the winter break- which I think starts after this week for them. So… guess we’re not going to know anything for a long time. I hope that doesn’t mean nothing until AFTER the break, because they don;t come back til almost February! (We’re waiting until February for information, aren’t we?)
Waitaminnit!!!! You had to crawl out the fucking half windows??? Holy $%^&- that’s pretty serious. I mean I know a bus crash is serious, but… wow. Man that would scare the shit out of anybody who had to get back on.
Alex and Ada is really good. I’m gonna look around and if I still have the comics I’ll send em your way. It’s interesting because the whole is she really just artificial or- if she has feelings/emotions/sentience- is she a person?? I guess that’s the same thing they examine in Ex Machina, which is totally a trip. Defy the Stars sounds like something I’d like (did Claudia Gray write that)? I’ve read her two Star Wars books and liked her writing.
Yes Nana Blossom needs some fun, and dumbass kids like Betty and Arch would be SO easy to manipulate. With the more supernatural tone they’re taking they should use Nana a lot more, she could be like the resident expert on everything batshit in Riverdale (and Greendale for that matter). Seriously how long do we gotta wait for the Sabrina series I wonder? I need more….. and now I’m really curious about who Mama was with. Dammit I should have looked closer or rewound.
Floozy *nods* wondrful word. I highly approve. And I think I’m going to try Handmaid’s Tale because… well even though it’s clearly hard to watch, if you’re liking it I’m curious to see how it is. And in Trump’s America we’re going down a shithole anyway so might as well prepare myself right?
Aw thank you. Saw your shows post today, BTW, and loved it. Totally awesome scenes you picked. Garza *happy face* lol. And Donnie!!! I am really glad you liked 12 Monkeys though, because that could be a tough one- I do feel like hardly anyone talks about it, and I think the movie turns some people off (I’ve never seen the movie, believe it or not) which is a shame because Jennifer! lol it’s worth watching for her antics alone. 🙂 And shit at the rate we’re going the next 12 Monkeys season will be here before the 100!
We have those too, like Saturday morning flea markets and shit? I wonder how much hot sauce or questionable condiments one must put on a rat skewer to make it palatable. I guess if you’re hungry enough… and clearly people in Polis were. Not everyone can eat like the Heda. Oh and random Praimfayas- you could have some of the wait staff stagger through the restaurant with horrible sores on their faces, that would be fun, but intersperse it with random glowing butterfly effects or something, so it’s not all gloom and doom. Let’s have some positive radioactive activity as well, after all. And you know how you walk under an aquarium tunnel thing at Rainforest? At Indra’s place it would have that horrible sea monster in it.
I saw that tweet. I was thinking about the 100 and checked his feed, but I didn’t know what winter break meant. So we’re looking at february? Oh my gosh that’s forever, we were supposed to have the SHOW back in January! What is even the deal?? This totally sucks. Even if they’d give us the date, I can wait on the trailer. How can they not know??? Could it seriously be like summer??
Yep! It had ended up on its side, and the back emergency door was blocked by trees. I guess it WAS pretty serious- I mean, we all landed in heaps on one side, so… yeah hah. We all were taken to hospitals on stretchers too because the first responders were scared. I guess when it involves kids and potential neck injuries, they’re always going to err on the side of caution! (In hindsight, it really IS a fun story hahah.)
Aww that is so sweet of you, thanks!! I definitely do want to read them- I saw that a LOT of my Goodreads friends added them and I am like… how did I miss this!? And that is the thing- does the fact that she can feel make her an actual human? How do you draw that line? I mean- even if her “feelings” stem from codes… ours stem from chemicals and such so are we *that* unique? Now I am going to have to watch Ex Machina too, because I LOVE that kind of thought-provoking stuff. Stuff that we may never really have clear answers to, I suppose. And YEP! Claudia Gray is the author! She wrote a time travel series that I haven;t finished yet, but the first book was decent. But Defy the Stars blew me away completely, I think you’d really like it. It opens with the MC being totally cool with dying for her planet, so you know the stakes will be high! I have the sequel, but I refuse to read it til 2018 because I don’t trust 2017 anymore.
I Googled the Cheryl’s mom thing- and watched the clip AND paused it on the dude trying to figure out who he is. Some people say he is “Vic from the Christmas Tree store” which… who even is that!? And then some people say that Penelope is now prostituting herself. So… one of those, both of those, I have no idea. And seriously, they are NOT utilizing Nana very well, are they? She should be wheeling herself out there with them for goodness sake! She needs a to-go flask and a motorized scooter, and I bet you she’d have every crime solved before the rest of those assholes. As for Sabrina, you are right about it being live action- I guess those graphic posters are just for the promo. And it isn’t premiering until NEXT season- like, 2018-2019. There’s also some speculation that Alice will be related to Sabrina, but I don’t really know why/how.
HA yes, you do need to prepare yourself! I mean, I would never last in that world. I think that’s the hardest part about watching it. The main character is just… an everyday woman, you know? She was living her life, not bothering anyone, and then BAM, she’s now owned as some kind of baby factory and has to wear a fucking bonnet and say shit like “blessed be the fruit”. No no no. And they show lots of flashbacks to how society became that way, and it is terrifying. But also REALLY quality stuff.
Aw thanks! I will respond to those comments… someday probably 😀 I love 12 Monkeys so much. I think I even convinced Val and Holly to try it because I gushed about it so much haha. I think you’re right about the movie, too- several people in the comments said they didn’t want to watch it because they didn’t like the movie. I actually want to see the movie at some point because like… HOW did they condense such a story into a movie!? The show HAS to be far better. It is SO underrated, and that is really a shame, it deserves better! Sadly, I wouldn’t doubt if we saw the finale of 12 Monkeys before the premiere of The 100 at this point.
YES! They just open up on weekends and people sell shit on tables out of the back of their cars and such! They always confused me because do people actually buy stuff? I guess so if they keep doing them! You know, I didn’t see ANY kind of sauce being served with Stick of Rat. Kane is a good sport, I’d have been like Abby, all “hard pass on the rodent, weirdos”. I love the line where Emori is complaining about there not even being bugs, and Murphy says “fortunately I’m not hungry enough for that to be upsetting yet” ? OH I love the idea of having sea monsters and such! I am picturing it, like the awful, Halloween version of Rainforest Cafe. It’s just every day is apocalypse day! (Sidenote about Indra: In The Sims, she came over to Casa Delinquent, walked in, and took out their trash. And I feel like that totally sums her up as a person.)
That’s how I feel, I don’t *need* the trailer, I just want to know when we can expect this stuff. I hadn’t known about the winter break thing either, but someone that I follow RTed some crap about them being on winter break the day before, so it was in my head. It’s crazy! They HAVE to know, don’t they? Unless there’s some show on the fence that they’re waiting to see if they should keep airing? I can’t think of any other reason that they wouldn’t know! I really, REALLY hope we don’t have to wait til summer. Why would they do that to such a well liked show!? OH did you see that there is a new guy cast? http://deadline.com/2017/12/yellowstone-cast-heather-hemmens-mike-dopud-the-100-1202228097/ This Vinson guy is apparently a serial killer in our time which… is insane.
That is an amazing story, and I’m glad everyone was okay?. But I can imagine a bus turning over and kids landing in a heap all on one side- musta been terrifying. Yikes. Glad you guys got out and were okay.
If you get a chance DM me on Twitter with your address, if you don’t mind. I thought I had it from when you sent me the books but I musta thrown the envelope away- sorry! I’ll try to get some good stuff out to you. 🙂 And yes that’s exactly it. When do they become “human”, if they ever do? There are so many takes o that. Obviously Alex and Ada is one, ex Machina is another, even the BBC show Humans explored that . Another good show, with short seasons. But… I just got an email from Netflix today that Travelers S2 is coming on Dec. 26! Woot! I had no idea it had already aired but now I can binge it right after Christmas. Yesss!!! But yes I’m not sure what the answer is about that- should they have rights? If they can feel emotions, seems like they should? Ex Machina is awesome and a little creepy, but I love that movie. I might send you that too. 🙂
I think Vic might be the guy that Arch told to help Cheryl when she came looking for a tree? It was like a blink and you miss it moment, and I’m not even sure… but maybe? Kind of a dufus looking guy if I recall, but not really sure. Whats going on there??? And a go-to flask! Love it. Nana’s on the move, watch out supernaturals. I guess we’ll be waiting a while for Sabrina, that’s too bad, but Alice related to her? That’s intriguing!
I kinda wondered about the whole bonnet thing, all the promo stuff I see are these women wearing bonnets and I’m like WTF? Now it makes sense. I may start it tonight, or tomorrow. My Hulu trial is coming up soon and I was gonna cancel but I may hang on, so I can watch Handmaid and whatever else is on there. I need to explore Hulu more, I’ve only been using it for Runaways.
Ooh I hope they like 12 Monkeys if they try it. Watch they’ll think it sucks lol. And I can see where it wouldn’t be for everyone- it’s kinda dark, and Jennifer’s a riot but it takes a long time to get her going? And maybe it is watched, I don’t know anything about its ratings, but I’ve references to the fanbase being pretty rabid, so… yeah. Just flies under the radar I guess! And the movie- same here. I’ve seen snippets of it and it looked- boring? Like they play up the mental institution angle I guess, which in the show they thankfully dispensed with in like one episode? I suspect it’s not NEARLY as good as the show… and yes I think 12 Monkeys will return well before the 100, the way things are going.
“Stick of Rat” lolol. Yeah props to Kane for chewing the rat up and going mmm, good. That was a great Murphy line, BTW. I have to admit he and Emori play off each other very well. He did well with Jaha too, the guy has range and can play off a lot of the characters really well, like raven too. I hope we get a lot of Murph in S5. And Indra came over to CD? I can see it too, all no- nonsense and clearing house. They better all get straightened out 🙂
That new guy- a serial killer? That’s creepy. But I guess it’s good news that we get little dribbles of info like this, new casting news, rather than cancelation speculation, so maybe we’re okay. Jason seems to be careful what he says so there must be something going on with the CW. Maybe you’re right and they’re debating where to place the show, and he can’t comment. But this long wait keeps getting longer… argh. I did like the Octavia face of death he tweeted. 🙂
Aw thanks! Yeah, I mean, I feel like it sounds scary- and had the potential to BE scary, really, but luckily everyone was okay. There WAS this one girl whose family was super shady, and she kept like, wearing the neck brace in public but then taking it off when no adults were looking. Gotta love those people ?
And I will DM you after I respond here! That is seriously so, so sweet of you. Also, I cannot BELIEVE you didn’t save old garbage, I am deeply offended ? (Obviously kidding- but I actually used to do that, save envelopes, or at least, rip off the address part? But then I realized that I would just misplace the damn thing, so I gave that up hah.) But I am looking forward to it and I will obviously be sharing my thoughts with you 😀 OH and I am excited to hear this about Travelers! I am going to start that soon too, I feel like I have been jonesing for some time travel. 12 Monkeys withdrawal or something haha. And I think I have heard of Humans! I just saw that it was on Amazon Prime, too. Do you kind of feel like the whole “do AIs get rights?” thing will be such a huge deal in the future? I mean, you know, if Trump doesn’t kill us all, several generations from now could be having literal civil-war level arguments about this. Because apparently as humans, we LOVE when things are the “same” as us, and have no time for differences.
HA yes, he is definitely a dufus-looking guy, perfect way to describe him! I vaguely remember him, now that you mention it, but I wasn’t paying full attention at that point because they were boring me with their stupid trees ? Bwhaha I am just picturing Nana in a Jazzy, flask full, sunglasses on like that dude from CSI: Miami, just putting out fires all over the place- and obviously creating new ones! I wonder if Alice’s son is going to play into the Greendale storyline… Maybe that’s how there’s a connection?
Yeah the Handmaids have to wear these bonnets and ugly dresses- I guess to both distinguish them, and to squelch any sense of like, sexual appeal? They’re literally just supposed to be… vessels, for lack of a better term. Less than human, they just happen to be the only women who can birth children. It’s truly horrifying. And like, the MC is called Offred, and it took me a minute to realize that her name is literally OF FRED- she’s Fred’s possession. I will be SO curious to hear your thoughts! It’s definitely the kind of show that merits discussion, no question. I need to investigate Hulu more too. I am just so used to Netflix that I sometimes forget it exists, which is a shame. I feel like there have been a lot more shows that migrated to Hulu lately too. AND I want to try Runaways!
WELL, if they think it sucks, then we just know that they have terrible taste ?Actually, Val decided she wanted to watch it on her own, while she was here I was struggling to find S3, and so she was helping me Google umm less legal ways to find it. We came up empty of course, but she read about it and was intrigued! I wonder if part of the reason that 12 Monkeys flew under the radar is that it appeals to a bit of an older range? Like- the characters are supposed to be in their late 30s, early 40s, so it isn’t like some of the teen shows that then have all the teens (and adults!) clamoring on social media? OH you haven’t watched the movie either? We should watch it, once the show is over (so it doesn’t somehow taint our perception hah) and then judge it! I agree- I am glad they dropped the mental institution thing. I suppose that shows the cultural shift in the time between the movie and the show, which is a positive thing. I’ve seen a few clips of the movie, and the characters look so much duller? I bet that has a lot to do with it.
Seriously, how did Kane make himself eat that!? Especially since there was obviously no meat in space, even getting used to “typical” food-animals would be hard, nevermind rat! I’d have to be, idk, Katniss-level desperate to eat a damn rat. OH! Speaking of, how is Catching Fire going!?
I agree about Murphy and Emori. Murphy and everyone. Richard Harmon is just a tremendous actor. I hope he has a BIG role too this season. And YEP. Bellamy invited Indra, and a bunch of other people, to hang out, and Indra comes over, mace in hand, and just starts taking out their trash! Jaha waltzed it and went to lay down in their beds, so Idk, clearly these people have never been guests in someone’s house before!
Yeah, it’s weird to get casting news so late, isn’t it? Like- the season is done filming in a month! So why are we just seeing this guy now? It’s got to mean something! I love the idea of him being an actual modern-day serial killer. Because EVERYONE else on the show has killed, sure, but in the midst of wars and trying to save their people, etc. This guy just killed… Idk, for shits and giggles? And YEP Jason has been VEEEERY careful. Definitely for a reason! Did you see the picture of Bob from the trailer that he tweeted for Bob’s birthday? It didn’t really tell us anything, but still, I’ll take whatever scraps he hands out at this point! And YES, the Octavia face was fabulous! And it also kind of makes it seem like he gets that we’re getting impatient and he doesn’t like it either. He’s kind of been killing it this hiatus.
I know, why didn’t I save that?? I thought I did, actually, but I can’t find. I’m so organized lol. But yeah I don’t know if it will get there before Christmas but it will arrive at some point. Hopefully you like. 🙂 And yes Travelers- I hope you like it! It’s pretty different from 12 Monkeys, I don’t think it’s as good, but it has its moments. I think the AI rights thing could be big in the future, if we really do get synths or sentient androids or whatever. Sometimes I think there are so many shows that explore this and why don’t I get tired of the concept, but I think it’s becaus there never really is an answer? I mean it can go either way, depending on what actually happens? And I love it when I see a cool take on it.
Hey good call on the possible Alice conection. I just saw today that casting calls are out for Sabrina, and they’re looking for all ethnicities for the 3 leads- SAbrina and her two aunts I guess they are? Can’t wait to see what they come up with.
So I started Handmaid’s Tale last night and- damn! You weren’t kidding. That show is effing depressing. What a messed up world- Mike Pence’s America maybe lol? I can see where you have to take it in small doses- I think I’m going to watch occasionally because binging might be too depressing! But I’m really curious how the world got that way. And I see that Hulu has Fear the Walking Dead through S2- so I could pick up where I left off if I’m so inclined. Just for shits and giggles. I don’t know yet… I don’t really care that much, but it does Alycia and I’m curious if her character gets better. Most of the charatcers were pretty dumb or boring up to where I stopped…
Ha ha I hope they like it. Otherwise they’ll look side eye whenever the topic comes up lol. But yeah I think you’re right about the ages- good point. And I think the movie does have an outsize influence- like people see the name and think oh that weird 90’s movie with Bruce Willis. Probably doesn’t help. And yeah that would be fun! I bet the movie is soooooo different…
Catching Fire is going great, Kat just found out her and Haymitch/ Peeta are going into the Quarter Quell. They just loaded her and Haymitch onto the train. Man that new PEacekeeper dude is an ass! But I like that so many provinces are rebelling- it adds a lot to the story. Can’t wait to see what happens next!
Sounds like Jaha’s being a creeper, I’m not sure about the Sims version of him ha ha. And Indra with a mace- are we talking like a weapon mace, or the spray stuff? Because if she started spraying people with mace I would laugh my ass off. Indra goes berserk! I’d be down for it.
I didn’t see the Bob pic! But I agree- Jason seems care about the fans and this horrible wait. Someday we’ll get the whole story probably. I feel like in this age of social media it really helps if the showrunner is good at social media- Dark Matters’ showrunner was like that and so is 12 Monkeys Terry Matalas. It just adds a little especially since the actual networks are so ruthless about cutting shows and all that. I feel for the showrunners and cast who pour their hearts into these shows, only to get canceled.
I do that ALL the time- tell myself i am saving something and then put it “somewhere safe” and then never see it again. OR find it after I no longer have use for it. Because of course haha. And I definitely will like it! It’s so sweet of you to send it, and who doesn’t love mail, right? 😀 I feel like Travelers looks a bit more… what’s the word I am looking for? Stuffy? Businesslike? Whereas 12 Monkeys was so gritty. But if it’s decent, it’s worth a try!
I agree that there will be a LOT of questions about AI rights- and it so many different ways! Like, can they vote? Work? It’s all very interesting, and you’re right, there IS no concrete answer, at least not now. I think it almost reminds me a bit of the cloning debate because it’s literally humans manufacturing people to their own specifications? And that is a suuuuper slippery slope, because think about it- who will be making these AIs? The wealthy. So you’re only going to have ONE group of people’s interests represented, and I can see why a lot of the population would NOT be okay with that. OH so I have a story idea! A group of AIs built like shitty old white rich people, but who HATE being like that, so they rise up against it. Because the shitty old white rich people were too stupid to take their sentience into account ?
OH! That is so fun about Sabrina! Her aunts on the 90s version were so quirky, I hope they make them like, dark and quirky. But definitely with secrets and crap. I feel like this version has a lot of potential. I do wonder how they’re going to parlay the witchcraft stuff into regular Riverdale though ?
RIGHT? It legitimately is Pence’s America- they get REALLY into slut shaming and homophobia and such as it progresses too. There’s one scene- it was so hard to watch, I don’t even have words. You’ll know it when you get there. It’s basically some kind of “religion”-based thing, but what the hell religion condones RAPE!? (I suppose the answer, sadly, is STILL Mike Pence’s America, so yeah.) There is a really uplifting scene at the end of episode 4, I think though, so it does have a FEW bright spots to look forward to (keyword few though haha). I think I am going to try to watch it again tonight- I had been just watching Chelsea and The 100 on Netflix, but Chelsea is over (sobs) and The 100 is getting to that annoying part in S2 where Clarke buys into Lexa’s “love is weakness” bullshit and makes Creepy Ghost Eyed Finn get a case of the sads and wander into the woods. SO I am going to do Hulu tonight! And now that I know FTWD is on there, I am going to start that too I think, just when I have time. Unless it is, in fact, too stupid haha.
Well, Val doesn’t like The 100, so we already know she has terrible taste. Maybe there’s still hope for Holly? Yeah, I think it’s definitely the whole 90s tone of the movie, and the cast, and like, Brad Pitt instead of Jennifer? Hard pass. But we will judge it and then know for sure 🙂
OH that is such a tough moment, when she realizes that she has to go back into the arena! You know, thinking about it now, it almost reminds me of the Second Culling- because she thought that at least she was safe, you know? That was one thing she’d never have to worry about. And then BAM, back in she goes. I am almost finished with THG, I am excited to start CF again!! The peacekeepers are the worst- like in book one, it’s just a quaint little district, and then by CF, you have Thread making their lives hell. I love the slow start of the rebellion, too- it seems pretty real, that most people would be scared and such, but a brave few would stand up. And who knows, maybe they’re giving us pointers for our shitty country hah.
OH SIms Jaha is SO creepy! I need to get back to Bunkerkru as soon as O has her baby (I need to name it- I missed the Kabby baby and they named him for me and I was pissed!) because Jaha had that ridiculous love square with Niylah, Miller, and Jackson going on. He is so shady. We are talking the weapon mace, but I DO wish she had the spray mace, that would be really fun. I need to make more of them fight- I think I spent too long trying to make them all hook up hah- and I want this post to be ready for next week!
YES I agree with you that we WILL find out the whole story someday. I don’t even really understand why The CW doesn’t just say SOMETHING to appease the fans? Like- “hey guys, sorry for the holdup, but we’re working on it!” would go a LONG way. Idiots. I looked up Terry’s Twitter, and found out that there’s going to be a scene of Jennifer singing a song she recorded on Abbey Road bwhah. Definitely here for that! And seriously, it must be so, so awful when something you have worked so hard on, and very obviously love, just gets axed without warning. Even the crew and such, they’re all out of jobs too! And fans get reluctant to keep trusting the networks, really. I know a few people commented on my post about shows how they don’t even like watching stuff anymore because they’ve been burned so many times!
Travelers is definitely a bit more grounded, no question. You never see the future, for example, whereas in 12 Monkeys I’m used to going back and forth. Amd some of the team are iffy- but it’s worth a shot, and from what I’ve seen S2 looks great!
Ha I love your story idea! And your comment about the wealthy making the clones resonated a little since I just read an article about the new tax bill lol. Talk about the wealthy having their way! Oh well whatever. I love the idea of clones going berserk too, or rebelling- and they look just like us, so what if they replaced their makers? Spooky!!
Sabrina will be the bomb I suspect. How dark will it go?? And I think Riverdale is trying to walk that fine line between going there and not getting too batshit crazy. Like last season when the showrunner was hinting about dark cults and strange gods I was like are they really gonna do that? But they didn’t, I think they know too much will turn off or baffle the audience.
Fear the Walking Dead is tough because the characters are SO stupid at times, and some of them I hate. But it gets better, sorta. I decided to watch a couple episodes today and I really like the Madison character (the mom) and Alycia’s character (named Alicia, oddly enough). The rest are idiots. But you’ll see… and since Hulu has ’em I figured I might as well get up to at least S3. You might have to really hang on though because if I remember the first few episodes of FTWD were not exactly gripping. It starts slow?
Exactly! We shall turn our most discerning critical gaze on 12 Monkeys (the probably sucky movie ha ha) at some point, but yeah not expecting much. 🙂
So I finished Catching Fire and damn! I loved the team of six they had, but poor Mags. I remember that gutting me in the movie too. Finnick rocks and it’s such a cool moment when you realize the rebellion is on and they’re taking her away. I’m pretty much Team Peeta now, I like Gale and feel for the guy but Peeta just… grows on you? He’s just so frickin nice. And devoted to Kat. I was sorry to see Seeder die. For someone wh only has like one interaction with Kat I was hoping they’d team up. I liked that some Tributes were in on the plan and some weren’t.
Yes more fighting! 🙂 Indra w/ a mace- yikes! Maybe you could set up like a Hunger games style tournament- so many go in, only one leaves ha ha. Survival of the fittest! I am definitely looking forward to the next update. That sounds like a pretty unruly crew actually. How is Murphy doing? He’s not still peeing the bed one hopes?
I am SO ready for 12 Monkeys S4. Give me all the Jennifer (and Olivia!) shenanigans. I feel like Jennifer is gonna have a big role this time, with them positioning her as a Primary and Olivia as the big bad. I hope they release the whole season at once like they did last year.
We never get to see the future!? That is sad. That’s been one of the best parts about 12 Monkeys- even Continuum, we saw the future! But yeah I agree, definitely worth a shot! I mean, different isn’t always bad, right?
The new tax bill makes me stabby, and is actually why I was extra salty with old rich white people! It’s so stupid because all these incentives for the wealthy mean nothing to them in the grand scheme of things, and now I get to worry about healthcare and shit for the next however the hell many years this bullshit continues. I’m just so OVER it. It cuts so many things, too- all KINDS of services. Because of course it does, only wealthy people should be allowed to live ? Erm anyway, yes I want to have clones and AIs rise up against all the assholes. THEN we will respect them, because they obviously care about humans more than OTHER humans, so yeah. And then the shitty rich people try to pay them off but the AIs trick them because the AIs are smarter. I love this idea.
Damn, I want Riverdale cults, actually hahah. I love cults. I mean- I don;t love them as in I want to join one, I just find them fascinating ? I agree though, having a show like that go *too* dark would probably not work out very well. I think they’d lose some of their audience for sure. But with Sabrina, they can probably go darker, since that’s how they’re marketing it?
How even does a zombie show start SLOW? I mean, you’d think that would be one of the more exciting parts, the whole “oh shit, look, there’s zombies!” realization? I feel like they wasted some opportunity with this show. I was going to start it last night but then I got REALLY wrapped up in Handmaid’s Tale and watched it for like 2.5 hours, oops? It was getting SO good- and oddly, very steamy? And then there were a few more slightly hopeful things, so yayyy!
I don’t expect much from the 12 Monkeys movie either, but it’s also fun to just snark on things sometimes too, I figure. They can’t all be winners! I got this random Amazon movie credit (it’s like it KNEW I was pissed at it, so weird) so I am going to rent The Game soon!
MAGS. That is such a sad moment- and definitely better handled in the book, because you really understand what it cost for Finnick to let her go. She was like his damn grandma! And Annie’s mentor, and just ugh. So awful. I love how Katniss and Peeta’s relationship progresses too- that might be my favorite part hah. Peeta DOES grow on you. I can even see how some people start out as Gale fans but… Peeta is just a better human being, AND he’s better for Katniss so it’s a double win. And seriously, the devotion just kills me- sometimes it irked me a bit that Katniss didn’t appreciate him as much as she should have. Like- not that she had to know her feelings or whatever, but just… Idk. I think she gets better as CF goes on, but in THG, man, she is so selfish. And I get it, she grows so much during the series but sometimes I wanted to yell at her a little hah. I agree about Seeder- and a lot of the tributes actually- like Cecelia with her 3 kids, etc. Those were hard deaths, since we “knew” them all so much more.
I WISH I could set up a Hunger Games-style situation for these Sims! Monty was the one peeing the bed, luckily I think it was just a glitch hahah. Monty is sad because he cannot seem to get Raven pregnant though. Murphy just had a baby with Octavia, AND is doing really well in his career as a thief. Bad news though- Kane died. Jaha was playing a prank on him with a buzzer, and the buzzer electrocuted him. It’s super sad, especially since Kane is the only reasonable one in the house. And now his baby has to grow up fatherless, so tragic. Apparently Emori and Wick had a baby too. Wick is being an asshole though, I don’t know how I feel about him. Roan and Luna are in a relationship apparently, too. I tried to get them to fight, but instead they…. enjoyed slapping each other? This game is messed up.
I think Jennifer will be big in S4 too- at least I certainly hope so! And Olivia will too, no doubt. I bet they will release it all at once. Why do it once and then not again? Why will none of these networks give us any release info!? Jason gave us a small nugget of what most people presume is a flashback scene. I am quite curious! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/944294932231077889
I think you’ll like Travelers, it is diferent enough that it’s interesting. But yeah at least in S1 we don’t see the future, they just come back to the present. S2 looks like it’s going in an interesting direction, almost like they have to go rogue? The trailer looks very promising.
Yeah it’ll be interesting to see how long ye olde stupid white voter can go before they realize that their guy Trump is basically a rich tool. As if they shouldn’t already. But they’re watching FOX News probably which fawns all over him so they’ll probably never get it. Losers. Anyway… clearly we need the clones to take over!
Exactly. And I’m down with cults too, cults definitely work for me. In fact if it had been revealed that the Blossoms were secret cultists I would have been ecstatic. Can you see human sacrifice or the like in Riverdale? I can. And if not there, then Greendale is creepy AF and should be able to accomodate our cultish needs.
I’m trying to remember how FTWD starts, I don’t remember being super impressed but by S2 I was a bit more. And I watched two more episodes today and even though the characters do frustrating things, I’m oddly into it now. Be prepared to be grossed out though- I don’t know if you’ve ever watched The Walking dead, that’s usually grosser than this one, but today I watched an episode late in S2 and damn. Gross as all get out. But I’m basically watching for Madison and Alicia now (and Victor a bit, he becomes very cool). So I’m probably going to finish S2 on Hulu and then buy S3 because I heard S3 gets pretty good? And that’s good to know about Handmaid’s Tale I’ll have to keep watching that too, good to know it gets good. that first one was dark…
Oh I sent you The Game, just an FYI if you want to use your credit for something else. 🙂 I think you’ll like it. The rest is a surprise. Speaking of which, I hope you have a great Christmas! I’ll be outta town visiting family so I might be a little sketchy online, but I’m going to try and log in because let’s face it- family gets boring after a while lol. Plus there’s some family drama this year so basically I’m looking forward to Tuesday when I’ll be home and it’ll all be over! Nice huh? 🙂
Yes I’m a Peeta fan now for sure. And Haymitch plays both sides of the street doesn’t he? I kinda like him but if I were KAtniss I would probably partially hate him too. It’s hard to be manipulated like that, even for a good purpose. Cecelia- that was another one. Just like Seeder. The idea of her three kids losing her- that was tough. I wanted her and Seeder and Chaff to make it. I started Mockingjay today and I’m just a little ways in but Peeta’s interview w/ Caesar was interesting, and KAt’s just decided to embrace the Mockingjay. I’m loving this series. 🙂
Kane died?? Oh my. Why am I not surprised Jaha is involved??? And Wick/ Emori- that’s an interesting combo. Roan and Luna slapping each other- that seems oddly appropriate. Murph and Octavia is also intriguing as a couple- and Murph is a thief? How does this game know him so well??!? I wish there was like an online MMO version of this game- would that be cool or what??
I don’t know why these networks do that! Like all these shows I’m waiting for, it’s all “sometime in 2018” and I’m like come on, you know when it’s coming. I mean roughly anyway. So aggravating. That is an interesting clue- I am hoping for some good Clarke flashbacks actually. AS long as they don’t go too crazy. But they are gonna have to show us something of the last few years, so yeah. The only thing keeping me from going completely batty is that I have so many shows to watch lol. Speaking of, was there a Riverdale this week? I just realized I never watched on Wednesday- ack I better check.
I think I’ll like it too. I mean, I remember watching like the first 10 minutes of it and being intrigued but back then I was extra bad at watching stuff haha. And then Netflix removed it from my “Continue Watching” which is kind of rude, but I need to start soon. Especially since S2 is going to be out!
It still baffles me- I feel like I keep expecting people to be smarter than they are or something. I find the whole FOX news thing extra strange because like- if I was watching the news, and CNN started telling me stuff that was totally different from any other news source, I’d think the problem was CNN, right? But no, these people are so delusional that they think everyone else is wrong? That doesn’t make any sense! How do you become that much in denial? If it wasn’t so gross, it would be kind of fascinating.
OOOH I like the idea of the Blossoms as a cult! Some weird maple syrup/drug cult bwhahahah. I like the Greendale angle. Maybe people are in Sabrina’s aunts’ cult or something. Like, maybe Alice’s son is in it! That would be perfect, Betty trying to break her brother out of a cult in Greendale!
I haven’t watched The Walking Dead either, though again, I have wanted to. I guess I can live with gross stuff, as long as I keep reminding myself it is fake ? Are they on S3 now? I don’t want to Google too much of course, because spoilers. Glad the first two are on Hulu, at least! I was going to start last night AGAIN but then AGAIN couldn’t stop watching Handmaid’s Tale. I figure I might as well just finish Handmaid’s Tale now, since I only have 2 episodes left, then start FTWD. Speaking of, it has gotten SO GOOD. Like- still incredibly dark, don’t get me wrong, but so much more stuff is involved now that it feels a little easier to watch. So I would say if it does interest you to keep watching- like it took me a month to watch the first 4 episodes and 2 days to watch the next 4!
You are seriously THE best! I am so excited, I love surprises!! 😀 And thanks! I hope you have a great Christmas too! Hopefully the family stuff isn’t *too* messy. (And thanks for letting me know so I didn’t worry 🙂 ) And yes, being online is a fabulous escape, I highly recommend talking to me when your family gets boring ? I feel like basically everyone I know is dreading some aspect of the holidays- and most of it involves family crap. I don’t mind the family stuff because I see them for a few hours and then leave- if I had to stay with them, that would be a whole different story! I hope Tuesday comes quickly for you, but also that it is as decent a time as it can be!
UGH Haymitch made me SO MAD. Like- I do get why he did it, but damn, Katniss trusted him, and she doesn’t exactly trust easily! So yeah, I get her anger completely. That’s how I felt about Cecilia- and Katniss did too, which was hard. I wanted more of them to make it too- but I think the reason that Collins couldn’t have more of them survive will be clear by the end of the book. And yeah, Mockingjay Peeta is such a mess- again, it’s handled much better in the books, and it’s extra hard because of course, everyone LOVES him by this point. I am SO happy that you are loving the series, too!
YEP Kane died. I have a mod that lets you bring them back to life, but I think I needed to do it right when he died, and I was too busy trying to decide if I should revive him or not, so, he’s super dead ?I am not even almost surprised it was Jaha! He probably just wanted to be Chancellor again. Wick and Emori is WEIRD. I don’t like it. Roan and Luna is strange, I am going to play them again before I post, hopefully it’ll be funnier. I also want more people to die I think. And I made Murphy a thief, and gave him some shady personality traits, but I think it’s so funny that he and O gravitated toward each other. I LOVE the idea of an online MMO game- everyone could be one character and just mess with them, yesss.
YES! They HAVE to know. Maybe not the exact date, but like you said, roughly for sure! I looked up Handmaid’s Tale S2 and it said the same thing- “sometime in 2018”. Like fools, it is a LONG year, pick a damn season at least! I agree, we NEED Clarke flashbacks. I do kind of wonder how she got all the way to Shallow Valley- you think she just traveled all over looking for survivors? Shallow Valley seems to be in like, North Carolina. So that’s a hike! And NOPE, no Riverdale until January 13th, I believe, so you have a break. The last one was the mid-season finale (also, why are those a thing?) I agree, usually I have nothing to watch, and now I have ALL the things. But it’s not enough to make The 100 perma-hiatus okay.
I think you’ll like Travelers, we’ll have to compare notes. I’m pretty stoked for Tuesday when I get home so I can binge S2 lol. And that is rude! I feel like Netflix is kinda sketchy with their recs and “continue watching” notifications sometimes, because yes sometimes shows disappear!
I don’t get the FOX News thing, the only thing I can think of is some people are predisposed to their bullshit and think everyone else is too “liberal”. It’s like such a different worldview I can’t even…
Is maple syrup and drugs a great combo or what? And with Sabrina taking place in Greendale I feel like the crossover opportunities are tremendous. Imagine Cheryl and the rest of the Riverdale crew interacting with Sabrina- I’m totally here for that. Alice, the Southside gang… man I can’t wait.
Fear the Walking Dead just finished S3, they’ll be starting S4 in 2018. I just finished S2 on Hulu yesterday and bought the first two episodes of S3 and watched em- pretty intense. I’m liking the show more although some of the characters are so aggravating.BUT the good news is they just killed off a few regulars, including the WORST character ever, so that’s a plus. Now Madison and Alicia are even more the main protagonists now, which is good. And good to know about Handmaid’s Tale- I will defibitely stick with it, so thanks for letting me know.
Aw thanks but no prob! I hope you like! And I’m sure family won’t be TOO bad lol- although as I type this I’m already ready to go home ha ha! Family is like 2 hours away so it’s not like I can visit and go home, I’m stuck for a few days until all the requisite parties are completed. But I’m online now so I can decompress a bit! And it is funny how lots of people seem to find something about the holiday stressful, family is awesome of course but after 2-3 days yeah it’s nice to go home. 🙂 I think I envy those a bit who are just vegging at home or only have short distances to travel…
I’m really curious where Mockingjay goes, even though I mostly know from the movie, I’m sure the book will handle it so much better. We’re in wartime now I guess so it’s such a different story now!
“want more people to die” ha ha see you need a CULLING. I’m sure Jaha would be happy to participate. Or convince Indra to go to WAR, which let’s face it may not be hard? It does sound like that’s a lot of people to manage? It would be really interesting to see who formed alliances with whom, and who would survive. Maybe they need a zombie apocalypse… and a Sims MMO would be the bomb. We need that.
If Clarke hiked to NC maybe that’s why she looks like she’s by the sea in that pic? Maybe the flashbacks will show her journeys… and oh good I didn’t miss an episode! I don’t know what midseason finales even are either, I mean obviously I do but they’re rude frankly, interrupting our seasons. What is the deal with networks? not fan friendly at all. But you’re right- as much as I love some of these shows, if The 100 came back tomorrow everything else would go on the back burner. Can you imagine if they released the entire 100 season at once? Binge partyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!
Oh yes, of course we will have to discuss! I think I might start it tonight! OMG. How is Maya’s dad/Alec’s son in this one too!!? DYING. And BETTY? Did they just take the whole damn Continuum cast for this? Perhaps we shall get the ending for that series that we deserve, via this series ? Right now Val, Holly, and Rashika are making me watch A Christmas Inheritance with them- the shitty Netflix movie that Eliza Taylor is in? (Hence why I am talking to you, instead- I think this is akin to family driving a person insane?) Eliza… well let’s just say that crappy rom-com is not her jam ? Though is it anyone’s really? Goodness, she has a 90s “valley girl” accent and I CANNOT ?
Maple syrup and drugs is my favorite combo of all time, I think. And the fact that it is called “jingle jangle” makes it even more fabulous. I agree, introducing a new character, and a new town will be good. I feel like they need more characters, actually. Certainly more love interests, because I swear if it’s just Barchie and Bughead and Varchie til the end of time then… no. And you KNOW that Penny or whatever her name is that Jug maimed will pop back up when they start traipsing around Greendale! That will be a treat.
Oooh good to know about FTWD! I can use my Amazon promotional thingy to watch S3 if i like it. Glad they killed off the shitty character, too! I always wonder if they name the characters the same name as the actor on purpose or if it is a coincidence. I feel like it happens too often to be a total coincidence, though in this particular case of Alicia/Alycia, I assume it IS just a coincidence. Definitely stick with Handmaid’s Tale- I finished it last night and am now DYING for the next season. It ends on a HUGE cliffhanger, so you know, but it’s also REALLY uplifting at times- I think they made the first few episodes extra depressing so that when they throw in tiny bits of hope, it feels extra significant. If so, it worked.
HA I don’t blame you! I mean- I don’t think it’s even necessarily the family itself that is annoying, it’s probably a combination of things, like just not being in your own room with your own shit, and the travel, and the not being able to just do what you want (and then yeah sometimes the family itself of course hah) that makes it just… annoying. I’m glad you were able to take a time-out to be online though 😀 I am supposed to be going to my uncle’s house later, which is about 50 minutes away or so, but now it’s supposed to snow so idkkk. And then tomorrow I will go to my parents’ house, also about 50 minutes away. Basically everything is 50 minutes away hah. My New Year’s resolution is to not live here, basically ? So I mean, I am SUPER happy to be able to be in my own house, but I could also live without 4 hours of cumulative driving in the next 24 hours, ugh. Especially with two small humans hopped up on sugar and visions of Santa hahha.
The Mockingjay movie and book are a little different at some important parts. And they cut out a LOT. Like, it’s a solid adaptation, but there are so many amazing things in the books that don’t make it into the movie. Some of the changes weren’t my favorite, though I get why they did them, for the sake of time- but let’s just say you’re going to see a LOT more of the side characters than you did in the movie! And less Effie.
I DO need a culling, you’re right! I should just have Jaha go around killing people at will. I think I can actually do that wth the hand buzzer he killed Kane with? I am bummed that Indra’s weapon (and everyone else’s weapons!) can’t kill people. A zombie apocalypse would be ideal, actually. I think you can kill people better with some of the expansion packs, but this is ridiculous enough ? Apparently Luna and Roan are having a baby. Also, ALIE and Pike have declared war on each other- like officially, they have become enemies, and Riley threw a drink at Echo. They are probably the most amusing house, mostly because I give the fewest fucks about what happens to them haha. I agree about The 100 MMO- except then would we ever do anything else? ?
The weird part is Shallow Valley seems to be further inland- though she could have feasibly walked along the coast and then ventured further in after? I mean- does she go to ALL the clan villages?! They stretch all the way to the midwest! Mid-season finales are dumb because by definition, MID-season cannot have a finale! I get having a short break for the holidays because I assume their viewership goes down, but to call it a finale is dumb. And to have a whole month off is pretty dumb too- seems to me, especially in the streaming age, people will just get sick of waiting and find other shit to watch? Oh my goodness, I don’t know what I would do if The 100 was available all at once! I think I like the tension of waiting week to week? I mean, I don’t like it at the time obviously, but it amps up the drama factor for sure- and gives us time to talk about it and post about it, too!
Eliza Taylor doing a Valley Girl thang? Oh my. I don’t think I’ve ever seen her in anything else, so I’m intrigued? Um,maybe not enough to watch it lol, but aww… you guys are having a watch party. That’s kinda sweet! 🙂 And yes Maya’s dad and… Betty!! I don’t think she gets shot on this show, at least. Loved seeing her show up! Oh and I think someone from Orphan Black is in it too, trying to remember. It’s either the woman detective from OB or someone who reminds me of her… and I can’t wait to get your first impressions!
They do need more characters, and love interests- absolutely. And yes Penny is gonna want revenge, and who better to turn to than witches? I am so down for that. Unless she shows back up in Riverdale first- but even if she does, she’d be perfect for Greendale as well, because that drug warehouse and the freaky woman running it would be perfect too. In fact there was a definite Raiders of the Lost Ark feel to that warehouse- the sense that there could be all kinds of weird stuff hidden there. The markings on the crate- the Lovecraft references- would seem toindicate something weird too. Perhaps more than just jingle jangle going on there? The showrunner seems to love dropping references like that just to see if fans will spot them. Even the Serpents’ bar The White Wyrm has that connection, with a name like that. Oh and by the way- I love that name jingle jangle so much. 🙂
FTWD will be fun to talk about because let’s face it, some fucked up shit happens on that show lol. And I am SO glad they killed off a certain character- you will TOTALLY know what I mean. Good riddance! One thing that show can do is make you HATE characters. But it’s nice to see Alycia in something else, even if it does take them a while to use her properly. Oh and I will definitely stay with Handmaid’s- now you have me VERY curious!!!
I think you’re so right, partof the problem is just not being at your own place? I mean it’s fine for a while, and then you just want to be home. 🙂 Tomorrow I have another family party and then go home- can’t wait lol which sounds awful, I know, but screw it. It’s snowing here too, which makes it even more shitty frankly. Ha ha aren’t I just Mr. Positive?? Seriosuly though, I hope you have fun at your uncle’s, and your parents, tomorrow. Can you believe tomorrow is frickin Christmas??? I have been able to get online, thankfully- I wasn’t sure how the internet connectivity would work,but luckily it’s not too bad. And I used to hate where Iived too, so I can relate. I like where I am now – it sounds awful but it’s NICE being two hours away, sometimes? I mean my mom is close, but everyone else is on the other side of the state. Which frankly is okay, even though I love em all. 🙂
I can see that! Effie has prettymuch disappeared. And I’m getting some bad vibes about Coin. Seems fairly ruthless. And life in Thirteen is WAY too regimented- fuck that. I like how Collins is showing that even though the Capitol sucks, Thirteen kinda does too. Poor Kat is just a media symbol for them. I frankly love Buttercup though, and I hope Prim doesn’t die! I think she didin the movie, if I remember, so I’m nervous about it. Also Plutarch Heavensbee- I don’t know about him. He seems to care but at the same time I don’t know if I totally trust him either? Oh and Johanna- she survived the prisoner extraction! Didn’t they kill her in the movies? My memory is fuzzy though…
We probably would NOT get anything else done! I might as well retire from blogging if that game ever came along ha ha. ALIE and Pike at war-hmmm. ALIE is pretty antagonistic, and let’s face it Pike isn’t actually much better. I look forward to hearing more about that. Riley threw a drink at Echo- do they just naturally do these things? The programmers must have had a field day with this game. And there sure are a lot of babies- apparently they don’t use birth control when they woo-hoo???
Yup- couldn’t agree more! HATE mid season finales. I just wish they would start releasing everything at once- I love binging- but you have a point. It is nice to be able to process an episode week by week. I loved it when 12 Monkeys released the entire S3 all at once last year, but I binged it in a few days and then it was…over? Which makes the wait super long!! So yeah…
Anyway… merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh it was a TRIP hahha. I mean- it wasn’t terrible, as far as Netflix Christmas movies go (assuming here, since it is the ONLY Christmas movie I have ever watched)? Honestly had it been any other movie I doubt I’d have watched, but Eliza was in it! So of course hah. Obviously it was corny and silly and such, but it wasn’t the worst thing I’ve ever seen. It WAS fun to watch together- especially since Rashika is in Israel and it’s not always easy to coordinate. And you know, make fun of shit in the movie. Eliza was also in some movie called Thumper that came out recently- it got some good reviews even.
I am trying to decide if I should watch Travelers or FTWD first, because it is suddenly clear to me that I absolutely cannot manage two new shows in my head at the same time. So you pick, which should I watch first? I am glad to see Alycia in a big role- I feel like she was very good as Lexa, so she deserves it, sad that they’ve underutilized her though, hopefully that is changing! And Betty hasn’t gotten shot YET, S2 could have her shot in no time- but I do hope she’s not. OH! Speaking of watching stuff, I got the DVDs last night! Thank you SO, so much!! I was so surprised because it was a Sunday, and since when does mail even come then!? So excited to watch them, I must decide which one to watch first, too! I was going to try to do one tonight but I am so tired I don’t think I’d make it hahah. This week for sure!!
I wonder if jingle jangle is an original name from the comics? Sounds like it, they probably couldn’t even say mundane things like “beer” back then hah. The best part is how serious they are when talking about it- especially the adults- and it sounds so ridiculous! I think you’re right about there being more of a storyline there. Perhaps they should be selling human organs on the black market. I would tune in for that. I just hope it isn’t just Penny versus the Serpents Round 2. And I DO hope that those references mean something- I don’t always trust this show to not just be doing random crap hah.
Yeah like, unless it’s for a super fun reason, sleeping elsewhere is just not great. Especially with family, I assume. I was SO lucky growing up, I never ever had family staying in my house, nor did we have to go anywhere. Everyone just lives pretty close- definitely close enough for a day trip. I had friends who’d be in sleeping bags on their own living room floors because aunts and grandparents or whatever were sleeping in their beds and I was like, horrified on their behalf! And I know it seems bad that you’re just DONE and want to go home, but it’s not. Cause like- it isn’t like you hate your family, you’re just more comfortable at home, and that’s just normal. Especially after you’ve been there a few days, goodness! Hahah I think 2 hours away IS good, because you can see them if you need/want to and otherwise… you don’t have to feel guilted into stuff! That is the one good thing about being a little distance, it’s easy to decline stuff ha. I didn’t end up going to my uncle’s because it snowed a lot and my mom kept calling me, freaking out about the roads being bad. Not a huge deal because it was basically all the same people I saw today! It was nice, but it’s exhausting too, so I am right there with you being glad it’s over 😀 I do hope you had a nice time, though!
YEP the Effie thing in the movies was strictly so they had a reason to pay Elizabeth Banks, IMO. Coin IS sketchy. And 13 is such a buzzkill. No coffee!? Come on now. It seems like a full-time prison, basically. Can you even imagine being underground ALL the time and being told when to eat, when to sleep, etc!? Ugh no thank you. In the movies, Prim dies, Johanna lives but you really don’t see a ton of her, and you never really get to see what Plutarch is all about because Phillip Seymour Hoffman died. I won’t say anything about the books though!
HA seriously, there’d be a bunch of blog posts about people quitting! Especially if other fandoms had this too, that would just be the end in general. YEP they clash so much, ALIE and Pike. Actually ALIE hates pretty much everyone, and she is always being snarky. Pike either hates people or flirts with them, which is weird. I told Riley to throw the drink, but he does a lot of weird shit on his own. Actually, I found out that Lincoln and Emori are enemies and I never even saw them together, which means they did that all on their own! Impressive little creatures. Of course, this also means that I can never get Emori to come hang out at the Deadkru mansion, sad. And NO- they never use birth control! It’s weird. But I think if you tell them to “try for baby” it’s more likely to have one than if they just woo-hoo regularly. But I didn’t tell Emori and Wick to do ANYTHING, they did that allll on their own. So who knows.
I think that the weekly wait does make the hiatuses more bearable. I mean- can you imagine waiting a year for The 100? Oh wait, we basically are. But USUALLY we don’t have to and that is much better. Plus I feel like if I binged it all super fast and had to wait a full year, I’d forget half the stuff that happened. Which is fine if it’s a show like The 100 that I will watch 3972 times but not if it’s something I only like instead of rabidly love ha. I suppose though that bingeing a finale season, like S4 of 12 Monkeys, would really have no downside!
Thank youu! Hope you have had a merry Christmas too! 😀
Ha I may have to look it up for fun. Although Christmas is now over and I’ve moved on lol? Still though… might be fun to see Eliza in something silly. And it does sound fun to have a watch party like that. I don’t think I hardly watched any Christmas movies this year either…
Travelers for sure. Because the you can binge S2 on Netflix! And let’s face it FTWD can be a frustrating show, so I would say it’s definitely a lower priority. Alycia is really the only thing it has going for it lol. I mean it has its moments, but… yeah Travelers all the way. And yes you’re right Betty could get shot, who knows what the frick they’ll pull in S2?? I better not get too attached to her character… oh good you got the DVD’s. There’s more stuff coming, in hindsight I should have ordered the other stuff from Amazon too as it would be there, but I used a different site I’ve used before but they’re taking forever to ship! Like I checked status last night and they’re like being “processed.” Whatever the fuck that means. I know it’s Christmas and shit but still. So anyway there’s more coming. 🙂
Jingle jangle is so silly, and yes the adults acting all serious when they talk about it cracks me up! And I’ve never even read an Archie comic, and frankly have no desire to, but yeah I wonder just how twisted the Riverdale versions of things are. Organ selling would be awesome. Seriously when I saw that Lovecraft reference on the crate I thought they were going to go with some cosmic horror thing, but it may have just been a wink to the fans. Be a shame though if it’s *just* drugs.
I am home now and I am SO glad. The roads were terrible on this side of the state so it got pretty bad, there were cars off the road. Totally agree. After a few days staying with someone else, even relatives, it gets old. We did have a good time though, most everyone in the family was there so that was nice, some of them I only see once or twice a year. But yes you understand! What is it about visiting that can be exhausting? Some people of course eat that up, but after a few days of it… yeah sign me out! And it sounds like you have crappy weather too? Hope you had a great Christmas today though!
Oh, and it would freak me out too if friends or whatever were displaced in their own house! That would be kinda weird…
Coin is a wench! Man I’m at the point where the parachutes just went off after the medics went in- I’m almost done- so I think it’s game over for Prim. 🙁 And Johanna lived in the movies? Okay I forgot that then, but I remember liking what Jena Malone did with that character. I loved the underground scenes but it’s tough reading about so many of them dying, Boggs and Fin and Castor, all of them. Brutal stuff. I remember how the movie ended but I’m curious to see if it’s different in the book, especially with Coin and Plutarch. But Coin sending Peeta in hijacked to kill Kat seriously pissed me off. Wouldn’t cry if someone offed Coin… 🙂
“Impressive little creatures.” Yes I agree! And kinda scary?!? I’m surprised no one has killed Riley yet, because… Riley. But maybe it will just take time. I wonder how things will go when babies arrive? Like some of these people as parents concerns me somewhat? Wick and Emori? That baby’s fucked…
Yup. It just wouldn’t work. As it is I have been weirdly tempted to watch those sketchy vids on Youtube- you know, Travelers in 2 minutes or some shit lie that, to catch up, and I even took NOTES on Travelers S1 I am somewhat embarrassed to admit. But you just forget after all these frickin months! And let’s face it, we are shoving copious amounts of show information into our brains at this point. I’ve actually forgotten !! certain shows I’ve watched, until I scroll through Netflix and am like, oh yeah that shit. It’s kinda scary how many hours I have spent on Netflix???
Yeah I mean, you can probably watch a two minute clip of it on YouTube and get the entire gist of the story- definitely no need to watch an entire Christmas movie. I mean, they all have the same plot in general I assume? Someone realizes that helping others is better than being selfish, and then someone falls in love, and there’s probably mistletoe because it’s a Christmas movie. I won’t lie, I am a total Grinch when it comes to that stuff. I have no patience for Christmas movies or music or shows. Even as a kid I wasn’t a fan. And I like Christmas itself just fine, I just don’t need special Christmas media? Like, yay let’s celebrate, only I want to listen to regular music while the celebration happens ?
Okay yay, Travelers it is! I actually am almost done with the first episode but then got too tired to finish- and I didn’t want to not know what was going on. I have coffee now, so I hopefully can watch an episode later! And I don’t even need Alycia right now because she is about to betray Clarke in Mt Weather and I am not amused. You know, maybe that is just going to be Betty’s “thing”- every show she’s on, they’ll just kill her off. I mean, it would be kind of funny, though I doubt the actress would agree hah. It still throws me a bit that the dude from Will & Grace is in it. Oh my goodness, you are seriously too sweet! I don’t even know what to say, except thank you, and that I really appreciate it, and that I am super excited for more mail, and that you are kind of the best 😀 I love when sites say stuff is being “processed”- it makes me think of like, when you order pizza from Dominos and it shows the thing being made? Processing means “fuck it, we’re too tired to ship this right now but we know you ordered it” ?
That’s exactly how I feel about the comics- there’s not a chance I’ll ever read them, but I still kind of am curious- but also, not curious enough to actively find out hah. I assume that the Riverdale version is pretty twisted, but i think that’s my favorite part about it, that they can be SO true to certain parts (like the ridiculous names and such) but then they can go off the rails with others (murder and maiming and gangs and drug lords). I really want them to traffic human organs. I don’t think there’s enough of that on TV bwhah. I don’t know a *ton* about Lovecraft (though I did a post once where I actually had to research it- a lesson to NOT just randomly accept all offers for blog tours, just saying) but I think that would be a really fun offshoot too- definitely better than just drugs!
Oh shit, sorry about the bad weather, that must have been awful! Glad you made it home safely!! And I am really glad you had a nice time, that makes it worth the hassle for sure. Especially if you like them hahah. I feel like I am super lucky that I like my extended family, because a lot of people I know don’t like theirs. Like- I LOVE going out and doing stuff, but yeah, only for a couple days, then it’s like okay, need a break. Especially with travel, and hauling gifts and such. Luckily the weather cleared up by the morning, so I was able to go to my parents, and my aunt’s, and to visit my grandma at the hospital. (Actually, no wonder I was tired hah.) It was nice actually! My brother has this really nice girlfriend and she has made him more pleasant (and she’s fun to chat with!), and my aunt always tries to make it fun. Lots of food, of course haha. So I am very glad that the weather cooperated for one of the days at least!
Yeah, you know I think that this is a thing that happens a lot? Like- do you ever watch House Hunters? Because every time I do, these people are wanting like, 28 guest rooms for ALLLL the “entertaining” they do. And I am like… have people never heard of hotels? The realtor is always like “well Pam, it’ll be at least an extra $50K in this market for a 4th bedroom” and Pam’s like “well I NEED my guests to be happy” and I am sitting there wondering how many the hell people Pam knows that it makes it worth $50k? I wonder if it is a cultural thing about the displacement though- like a respect for elders or something? Because I have had friends who have given up rooms for grandma and grandpa and stuff. But when my grandparents spent the night (which they really only did if my parents were out) they’d just take a couch?
Coin is AWFUL. Because like… at least Snow agreed to not lie to Katniss. Snow sucks, don’t get me wrong, but Coin is too shifty, too untrustworthy. Ugh, yes, the parachutes. The first time I read that, I had to go back to reread it because I was like… wait WHAT!? I agree, Jena Malone was fabulous in that role! I think she would have been AMAZING in some of the scenes with Katniss in their room, and training for the army and such. I am bummed that we didn’t get those in the movie. I loved the underground stuff too! The whole Capitol was so intriguing in general- I loved how they GOT underground, like imagine having a closet in your house that leads there! But yeah, the deaths were really hard, especially since they were ALL on Katniss’s side. Finnick’s I think is the worst in the whole series, which is saying a lot. And YEP, using Peeta as a weapon, that is just… there’s no coming back from that basically!
I REALLY want someone to kill Riley. I mean, because it’s Riley, but also because he is extra annoying in the game. I think I actually made him *too* pathetic hahah and all he does is mope around and then cry in his “tragic clown” outfit. OH I hired a nanny for all the babies, I don’t have time for that. BUT Jasper is apparently catching feels for the (male) nanny taking care of Jacoba and Abraham. The nanny is a BIG flirt though- he keeps trying to hit on Clarke, too! And the ONLY person who takes care of Emori and Wick’s baby is Maya. Which isn’t even a shock. I didn’t get to name that baby so I am a little mad. Also, Raven and Monty are finally having one. She couldn’t get pregnant in the bed, but apparently installing an observatory in their yard did the trick? SO weird and random. I need to get this post written ASAP!
Catching up is probably a good idea for some of these! Haha that is too funny that you took notes, but I can understand it! I mean, I take notes when I watch The 100. Well, I used to, now I just rewatch the episodes several times because I have gotten even more ridiculous. I have realized that I think I can tell which scenes are from which episodes even- and the name of episodes that certain songs are in and stuff. It’s gotten bad. So no need to feel weird about taking notes 😀 WOW, you have forgotten the whole show!? I mean, at least you’re getting your money’s worth on Netflix ? I get that way with books and sequels, to the point where I have to check Goodreads to remember if I’ve even read stuff, what characters’ names are, etc. It’s hard, and you are very right, there is a LOT of information swirling around in our brains at this point!!
So I watched the first two episodes of Travelers S2 today and guess who’s in it? Fucking Kellogg!!! Yes I know. So that’s him, Betty and Maya’s dad on the show. Blew my mind. Okay back to regular programming. Ha ha I totally get that- although I am a fan of Christmas music. But I see all these bloggers or people talking about Christmas movies and curling up with hot chocolate to watch some sappy movie, and I think oh that sounds fun and relaxing, and then I watch one and I’m like borriinngg lol. So yeah…
Yay Travelers. I forgot how much I liked this show, the first episode especially of S2 started with a bang. Good stuff. I hope you like S1. It does take a bit to get going, I think, but then really pick s up speed towards the end. Carly’s not always my favorite, same with heroin addict dude (although I think it’s a neat twist to have a guy come back in time to a body that’s addicted), and I’ve never seen Will & Grace but I’ve seen people remark that this is a departure for him! And I like his character- he’s got a dry humor quality I like. And yes that is not Alycia’s finest moment *frowns at her*
Ha ha I think that’s EXACTLY what “processing” means. Kind of their way of saying eff you, why are you looking up status??? We’ll send it when we want. 🙂 Which apparently they’re doing, assholes. Hope you get it soon tho. And don’t mention it. :):)
I think that’s the best thing about Riverdale- we can have characters like Sweet Pea and Tall Boy and have freaky murders and shit too. I like how a lot of it is set at night. I mean sure we get daytime scenes, but a lot of stuff happens at night? And Lovecraft I think is frickin weird (and apparently he was quite racist), but the whole cosmic horror thijg is kinda cool, the idea that there are THINGS out there that we can’t understand, and you can lose your sanity just learning about em. I’d like to see some of that show up (and the showrunner must be a fan to include that reference). Still whenever I’ve tried to read the guy the stuff was a little too out there…
Thanks! It’s nice to be home. Especially since it’s snowpocalypse around here. Seriously this side of the state is SO much worse. And I do like my extended fam, I have to say. There were some issues this year but nothing to do with me, and I loved seeing em, but when it was time to come home I was ready. 🙂 Glad you had a good time at yours, and hope your grandma is okay!
I don’t understand House Hunters. Mainly when their budget is 500k or more and I’m like- what is their job exactly? Do they fucking own a tech company or some such? 50k more for an extra bedroom? Um, no. I haven’t watched it in ages but it always killed me- especially on the internatl version- when someone would be looking in the caribbean for something and they work from home. I’m like, doing what lol?? And you may be right about the cultural thing- my grandparents never stayed with us but I can see that being a thing.
Yes Jena has that snarkiness, I TOTALLY agree those scenes with Kat would have been amazing! And the underground *nods* I would be freaked out if you could get there from your closet- what if something mutated comes up *gulp* but at the same time, I’d be tempted to explore a bit?? Maybe? I remember Finnick’s death in the movie being tough, and it was in the book too. Although it happened so fast in the book, and in the movie they actually made a big deal of his heroic sacrifice, which I liked. I’m tempted to watch Mockingjay again after I finish. I really like how Collins is showing that war sucks, even if you’re on the “good” side, and innocent people suffer- so relevant to our times? I saw in her blurb that she wanted to explore the effects of war, and damn she sure is.
A nanny definitely sounds appropriate, managing a bunch of Sims babies sounds… not fun? Too much work maybe? I’m sure there are other shenanigans to attend to, after all. Jasper is being a bit shifty, sounds like. 🙂 And bad nanny! You’re there to watch the squalling kids, not move on Clarke. Naughty… Glad to hear though that the observatory (what even lol) worked, ha ha. Whatever it takes I guess for those two…
Travelers S2 I thought I was ready for, thanks to the notes, but I still had a little bit of wait, what happened again. I almost decided to rewatch the finale of S1, but then said fuck it and just rolled on. I’ll look at the wiki and catch ups. I’m not huge on rewatching stuff although both The 100 (I still need to do S4) and 12 Monkeys were quite fun to revisit. But yeah there are some shows I’ve forgotten I watched until I see em on Netflix and the light bulb goes off. I guess they just weren’t that good. Luther w/ Idris Elba comes to mind, I liked that show (especially because of Ruth Wilson’s character) but totally forgot about it. Actually that one was good, if occasionally creepy. But other stuff like Marco Polo or whatever I binged when I was bored, and thinking back… totally forgettable. 🙂
Okay, now this is just getting ridiculous! I swear, the next episode you watch is going to just have the whole gang back! You have to wonder if they have this VERY finite pool of Canadian sci-fi actors they pull from? Like- when you’ve been in basically EVERY sci-fi show filmed in Canada, you may be being typecast hah. And YES, in theory it sounds nice to watch Christmas movies and be cozy, but in practice I am just bored out of my mind. Because they’re so predictable maybe? They don’t hold my attention, that’s for sure. I mean, I only half paid attention to Eliza for goodness sake!
I am glad to hear that S2 has started off strong! I bet it’s because of Kellogg hah. I like it so far, I am a little confused though? Like- do they explain HOW these people’s brains or whatever end up just… hopping into almost-dead bodies? That’s the part I don’t understand basically. I DO love how they have to learn to like, LIVE in these random people’s bodies. Thought provoking, for sure. And how they have to pretend to live their lives, that has to be REALLY difficult, especially Grant with the wife, talk about awkward! Especially since it seems like he and Carly are/were a thing? Damn, that’s complicated! AND- doesn’t the fact that these people are kind of all having their histories rewritten impact the future too? Like, if they were supposed to die, but then keep living (even if it isn’t technically “them”) doesn’t that mess stuff up? I hope they answer all my questions hah.
You’re right, a lot of the stuff in Riverdale takes place at night- especially the important stuff. Guess they want it to feel dark figuratively AND literally hah. I think it would be amazing to see some of that Lovecraftian stuff in the show, definitely would widen the scope, that’s for sure! He DOES seem like he was a weird dude. Is it wrong to say he kind of looked a little racist? Like- some people just have that intolerant look to them, which is probably unfair of me, but he was so I am not saying anything untrue hahah. The book I was on the blog tour for had to do with Cthulhu I think and I was SO confused my eyes started to glaze over. Like, some of the concepts of the cosmic horror thing are very interesting, but I don’t think I could read *actual* Lovecraft, just like, other takes on the genre. It’s funny, the book I am reading now (Honor Among Thieves) has a lot of elements of cosmic horror- and I didn’t even realize it until I was looking at a site with a checklist! But I AM enjoying it, so there’s that!
Ugh, is it still snowing there!? That is gross. It isn’t snowing here (yet, I suppose) but it is so cold- supposed to be 3 tonight. No one likes that, I don’t care how much a fan of winter they are. HA I am glad that their drama didn’t have to do with you either- much more fun to just sit back and watch ? Mine mostly gets along, though people give my aunt a hard time about like, playing games and doing stuff. Idk what else they want her to do! It’s mostly my dad, brother, and uncle, they’re like, insistent on pretending that they’re too “macho” or whatever. Which is stupid, because men play games? But other than that, it’s usually drama-free, knock on wood. Unless my dad and brother get into a political debate (and in those cases, I fully admit that I cannot keep my mouth shut, not even sorry!) And thanks so much- unfortunately, I don’t think she will be, but I appreciate it 🙂
GAH right with House Hunters!? I HATE watching the really rich people ones because they bitch about the most inconsequential bullshit! Like “this granite doesn’t have the right color flecks in it”, well, cry me a river, Susan. Some people just want like, heat and windows from this century or whatever. And I will NOT watch the vacation home ones, those just make me stabby. Because yeah, what the HELL is your job, and why can I not have this job if I’d get to spend half my damn time in Barbados or whatever? I love the REALLY shady ones where they don’t even say what exactly their job is, and you just have to go ahead and assume they traffic in jingle jangle, obviously. Tiny House Hunters, now THAT is great. I once saw a family of SIX buying a 200-300 square foot home. And you know what they chose? A BUS. A school bus, refurbished to look like a trailer, with six actual human beings in it. I felt like it was low key child abuse?
I think that the mutants were only in there because the Capitol was at war though, so they wouldn’t be there on the regular. Though it would be a waste because no one from The Capitol would ever venture down there anyway. I agree about Finnick’s death actually! The movie version WAS better, but the book aftermath was better- like how Katniss saw his life flash, and then she ruminated on it. I am glad we got a bit more from the movie since they couldn’t really show the inner thoughts of Katniss! I was thinking about rewatching the movies too, actually. It’s been ages since I watched them. And YES- I think she does a fabulous job, and I like how even in the aftermath, it isn’t just sunshine and happiness, there is a LOT of rebuilding, and lasting trauma and such. She really did do an amazing job, I think. Have you finished it?
Yeah the nanny basically takes care of everything, and I can ignore the babies. (That actually makes me sound awful ?) And then if not, there are 8 people in each house to change a diaper if the nanny is busy. Well, Jasper spent a LOT of time crying because he loved Octavia but she cheated on him with Murphy and now she and Murphy are a “thing”. But Lincoln won’t stop trying to flirt with her, so who knows. And RIGHT!? I couldn’t believe that was even an OPTION for the observatory! Like- they won’t even let them woo hoo on the couch for goodness sake, but the observatory? SURE! So random hahah
I agree, a quick wiki read-through is best. I don’t usually rewatch shows either (which I know sounds weird considering how many times I have rewatched The 100 hah), so yeah, I don’t think it’d be worth it to bother. I DO want to rewatch 12 Monkeys I think, just because I liked it enough to and I don’t want to miss anything when I watch the end- and I read somewhere that there are TONS of clues that you can see when you rewatch? And so I want to! Yeah, I think especially with bingeing it’s super easy to forget if it didn’t make a big impact. Because probably there are hundreds of shows I watched a few episodes of and didn’t continue, but maybe I would have had the next episode been immediately available? Whereas with bingeing you probably are able to just watch more mediocre yet moderately enjoyable in the moment stuff.
Also, STILL no news from The 100 makes me sad. The only thing happening lately is that Devon apparently accused Dean White (one of the directors/producers) of inappropriate behavior with female cast members. Ricky RTed them. Then Devon deleted the tweets. And now of course tons of people are all over Twitter wanting an investigation. Which I mean, I suppose there should be if cast members are speaking out. But maybe an investigation with a side of a premiere date? Is that awful?
I know, right? When I saw him I was like really???????? I would not be surprised at this point if Travis showed up lol, or Garza! So Kellogg is called Wakefield in this one, and he’s only been in episode 1 (boo) although they mentioned him in episode 5 (yes I’m binging) so maybe he’ll come back? And Grace (that’s Betty from Continuum) has an ongoing role and she’s funny in S2. Seriously they are giving her the best lines.
They may not, um, answer all those questions ha ha- so far some of that is still unexplained, although you do learn a lot . S2 so far is really pushing the “rules” thing- you know how they’re supposed to follow the Protocols and not do certain things, and by S2 here they’re definitely breaking rules left and right. And examining the effects of that, the consequences. Loving it! And it’s super unfair to Kat to not know her husband is not actually her husband, so even though I like Grant it’s pretty awful for her to not know. Those kinds of things are mind bendy. Oh and Kellogg/ Wakefield was AWESOME in S2E1. 🙂 It’s intriguing too how becasue we never see the future, we never really know who the good guys are? Like there are hints that maybe the Director is fucked, but then other times he seems to save their ass? S2 is even more like that so far.
It’s funny but I’m the same way. I like the cosmic horror-esque thing but actually reading Lovecraft… no thanks! So I’m with ya there! And he does look like a whackjob frankly.
It’s not snowing here yet but we’re supposed to get 4-5 more inches tomorrow I guess, and it ‘s supposed to be colder than shit. The whole week basically through New Year’s is going to be snowy and cold. I’m staying in a s much as possible! Family stuff *sigh* always fun, right? And I’m sorry to hear about your grandma. *hugs*
Okay this whole paragraph made me laugh. Because yeah. Cry me a river is right. Must be nice “working from home” in fucking Bahamas or whatever. The internat’l ones are SO bad. Clearly jingle jangle IS involved. And I have never seen Tiny House Hunters, but oh my gosh seriously? A bus?? I’ve heard of downsizing but FFS that seems a little ass backward…
I might rewatch, especially Catching Fire with the whole water thing, and Finnick/ Mags and Johanna. And Mockingjay because the book is so familiar to me right now, obvs since I’m reading it, and now I want to see it on screen! And I haven’t finished yet- I have like 40 pages to go but I’ve been all Travelers all the time for the last two days lol. And TBH I kinda don’t want it to be over, because maybe book slump?
No that doesn’t sound awful, considering some of these people maybe the kids are gonna be a mess? Best to let the nanny handle that/ take the blame. Poor Jasper- always the tears with him. He seems destined to never have the HEA w/ Octavia. And O and Murphy- that is interesting.
I’m glad I rewatched 12 Monkeys although I still need to rewatch the latest season. That and The 100 I need to get back to after Travelers and whatever. I still remember the last 100 season pretty well so I thought about maybe NOT rewatching, since it’s kinda depressing all the pre- Praimfaya stuff, but I probably will anyway since I don’t want to forget anything. And yes I think 12 Monkeys is FULL of clues a second time around. I mean all that red forest/ weird tea/ Olivia bullshit makes SO much more sense the second time around!
Man more inappropriate behavior? I’m glad this shit is all hitting the fan though, because dammit if it’s this widespread every single one of these MF’ers needs to be identified and fired. I really feel for these actresses who are working their ass off on these shows and they have that going on? I mean I feel bad if someone is accused wrongly, and they need to be clarified, but if they’re doing it, that’s bullshit. Crazy. Anyway… yeah still no news is quite irritating. I can’t believe we’re going into 2018 with no news of a release date???
Oh and I checked status on my other order and it’s still being “processed.” Fuck. So I emailed them to cancel and will reorder w/ Amazon, should have in the first place and it would have been there by now. so annoying. Anyway it’s coming… eventually!!
How the hell are you on episode 5 already!? I am impressed and jealous. And seriously, I won’t be at all surprised if Garza and Travis pop up, they’re clearly on the list of Canadian Sci-Fi Guest Stars hahha. I hope Kellogg comes back around, I hated how his character ended up in Continuum, so I’d be happy to see him around again! And hopefully Betty gets a better end too hah.
I mean, I figured that they weren’t going to answer all the things immediately, but I do want to learn things! Idk if they address this, but what happens if someone dies i the body? Like- I am on episode 3, and some dude was going to shoot himself, but then a Traveler jumped in but the guy had already ODed on pills, unbeknownst to the new guy… so what happens to them then? Are they just both actually dead then? I kind of like the rule breaking, because I feel like I wouldn’t want to follow these stupid rules either? Especially when no one is helping them! And OH! The kids? The kids are SO CREEPY! And I do feel bad for Kat, but also for Grant too, like it must be so awful for everyone involved. I want to meet whoever did this, whoever thought this was a good plan hah. I DO like the idea of not knowing who the good guys/bad guys are though! That’s a pretty unique concept!
UGH same here with the cold! It’s going to be -5 by next week. And snow this weekend, yuck. That is not okay! I feel like it usually isn’t this cold this long most winters? Especially this early in the winter. Probably just another sign of the apocalypse or something ? I agree with staying in. It’s such a pain, especially going from cold to heat back to cold again when you go places. I feel like I need wardrobe changes ? Not worth the hassle basically ever. (See why I am so anti-winter!? Hah) And thanks, I appreciate it ♥ She was moved to a nursing home tonight, so she’s stable I guess, so that’s something?
I don’t mind the international ones where it’s like, they have a normal -people amount of money and are moving to an actual house, not a vacation home. I like the ones in Europe and Asia especially. But the jingle jangle ones have to be stopped. I also don’t fully get the point of having a vacation home? Like- if I was rich and could travel a lot, would I want to go to the same one island all the time? NO, I would want to experience new places. If you have to fly there, it’s probably not worth owning property there. As for the Tiny House ones… look, adults can do whatever they want, and if that is live in a fucking box, whatever, I don’t have to live there. But when they put kids and pets in these little huts? Not cool. I even kind of see the point to people living alone wanting to downsize, and some of the houses aren’t *that* bad? But a family of 6 in a school bus is asinine and I feel like people like that just want to be special snowflakes or some nonsense. In watching that show though, I have come to the determination that I would likely murder a tiny housemate. It’s like… dorm-room bad!
I agree with a CF rewatch too! It’s funny, THG was definitely the worst movie, I usually skip it or just have it on in the background when rewatching haha. I didn’t hate it when it first came out, but when compared to CF and MJ1 and 2, it’s a mess. The shaky camera does it no favors either! Now I want to watch them tooooo. I need more time to read and watch ALL the things! I don’t blame you for not finishing- and I really hope it doesn’t lead to a slump. And Travelers is an acceptable substitute, I suppose 😀
Raven had her baby finally. Bellarke got married and Raven went into labor at the wedding. It was splendid! So now there are 3 babies in Casa Delinquent, and the poor nanny never gets a break. Jasper spends at LEAST half the day crying- and he is the only one without a job. Because let’s face it, he wouldn’t have a job hahha.
Yeah butttttt, S4 of The 100 is so good, so you really should! Maybe whenever the hell we get a premiere date, you’ll know when to start S4. I mean, it IS depressing but there are a ton of uplifting parts too! I will definitely want to rewatch 12 Monkeys before S4 too. I want to try to find clues I missed for sure.
I agree, it IS good that it’s coming out- and honestly, why the hell would Devon, of all people, lie? It doesn’t help him in any way. It is awful for the actresses- and I am sure scary, because they probably worry that their careers are going to end if they go public. Or that they finally get the courage to speak out, and then no one cares. I had a situation like that in college, there was this assistant coach who wouldn’t stop harassing me (long unpleasant story), and I told my head coach. He believed me, even said other girls had complained about him, and promised he’d take care of it. Well, when I showed up at the airport for our training trip, there the asshole was. I spent 10 days basically holed up in my hotel room, avoiding him, and my coach was like “well, I didnt want to ruin his career over it”. Like… WHAT!? THIS is why women don’t speak up. And I think like- there ARE false allegations that happen too, you’re right. It just SUCKS because they’re probably rare, but DO happen, and then they make every story doubted.
ERM anyway. YES 2018 with no freaking date, trailer, ANYTHING is unacceptable. I don’t understand why they don’t just say SOMETHING at this point. They’re kind of being assholes. And awww, thank you! You know, it’s funny because everyone bitches about Amazon having a monopoly, but look what happens when you try to order from other places! It’s happened to me, too! And if Amazon is late with stuff, they usually reimburse you, too. Added bonus!
Okay I shit you not- guess who showed up on episode 8 today. Tasya Teles! Yes fucking Echo is now on Travelers. I just about fell off my chair. And she was kinda badass. I don’t know if she’ll be a recurring role tho. And wakefield (Kellogg) showed back up, although only briefly. And episode 8 is a Betty-centric one. Yes 8! I’m like, totally binging lol.
I’m not sure what happens if they transfer into a body that is literally dying or just died- I assume they would die too? Hmm. In S2 they are “over-writing” a lot of people- like there is a rival faction (called the Faction- very original) and they are against the Director, so the Director occasionally sends a Traveler into that body to “over-write” the Faction person. Very cutthroat, this time travel business. And episode 7 was a TRIP- like what happens when you send a Traveler and the mission fails over and over? Do you keep sending? Episode 7 is all about that. Seriously S2 is rocking- I think it feels a lot more put together than S1? IDK. And yes- Messenger kids are CREEPY!!!
Yeah it’s been a nasty December so far, weather- wise. I am totally planning on vegging this weekend ha ha. No New Year’s outing for me- I’m gonna stay in and just chill. Which let’s face it, I’ve been doing this week anyway- and loving every minute of it! 🙂
“the jingle jangle ones have t be stopped” . No doubt. And I would totally move to Europe at this point, I think, if I could. Or at least strongly consider it. I like seeing Asia too. such a fascinating region. But yeah 6 people in a bus? Do they have a shower? How would that even work? Seems like everyone would hate each other because… squish. Where would all the books go lol? Move ya frickin kids, you’re knocking the books over. Ha priorities
I finished Mockingjay and it was bittersweet. So sad about Prim, but I forgot Katniss shot Coin- yay!- and it was nice to g et the epilogue, with her and Peeta having kids and getting older. Nice. I liked too that Buttercup stayed with KAt. Funny how you can care that much about a fictional cat in a story! Such an amazing story.
Aww congrats to Raven! And Bellarke are married! See clearly the Sims has figured out something that Jason hasn’t – that we want Bellarke NOW! I know, Jason’s playing the long game, but we need more immediate gratification. So that warms my heart to hear that. And 3 babies- woo that sounds like nanny has her work cut out for her. And yeah I need to watch S4. I mean frickin Travelers is reminding me that even with notes, there’s a lot of stuff I forgot!
Wow that’s crazy. Didn’t want to ruin his career? Fuck his career, preying on high school girls? Man I can’t believe that. Or sadly yes I can. I think it’s so more widespread than many of us (including guys especially because maybe we don’t see it unless it happens to someone close to home?) ever realized, I saw somewhere that a 1/3 of college women will be assaulted or harassed in some way. 1/3????? Damn. I’m sorry you had to go through that!
I got an email back confirming my cancellation, so they can asnwer their email but can’t fill an order I placed almost a week ago. So I’m reordering thru Amazon so you can expect to actually, you know, receive it in a timely manner lol. And I agree- I know Amazon is a problem in a lot of ways, but I love Amazon!
STOP, that is RIDICULOUS especially because she was ALSO on Continuum! You know who should probably show up next? Alessandro Juliani. He’s like, the only member of Team Hat-trick to not show up so far hah! Oh and Nyko and Gustus, I suppose! I am so excited to see all of these people! Episode EIGHT!?! Goodness, you are going to be finished with the whole damn season by the time you read this ?
So I think they die-die, because in the last episode, that guy who looked like a mobster was having a real case of the sads because his buddy was going to die, but then they saved his other partner. And I don’t think he’d be that upset if the guy didn’t actually die. Oooooh the over-writing thing is CREEPY! So they can just plop a new person in there?! What the hell happens to the old one!? That is so messed up. The whole body-that-doesn’t-belong-to-you think is kind of weird in general. Like Grant and Carly are quasi-flirting but it’s so weird because it isn’t their bodies?! And then Kat is trying to get Grant to sleep with her, and how messed up is that!? It seems so… invasive, to be inhabiting the body of someone who is no longer there to control it. The one where Heroin Harry (seriously what even is his name?) saves the kid, damn, that was really good. Like I don’t even blame him!
I kiiiind of wish I had some kind of grand New Year’s plans but… I also have no real desire to be out somewhere in the cold, so it’s probably for the best hah. I read somewhere that Times Square’s NYE temp is supposed to be 40 degrees colder than normal. That is not okay. (Also, I feel like Time’s Square on NYE sounds hellish under the best of weather conditions- I assume you’d feel like cattle or something?)
UGH I would move to Europe too. No question. I just watched one in Valencia, Spain, and I was just basically drooling at the TV. These were not jingle-jangle types either, they ended up buying a nice place for $150k! They were teaching English, and had 3 kids, and didn’t appear to be selling meth out of their new apartment, so I was happy for them. The Asian ones are fabulous because they are so different- and I love watching the ignorant Americans get all salty because of differing customs ? In the bus, there WAS a small bathroom (emphasis on small- airplane size, really) with a fold-down sink. Which… I don’t want my sink to have to fold, thanks. The whole thing was called a “wet bath” so basically it was just a drain in the floor. I would die. Or want to, at least? And YES- you would hate everyone in your family because of COURSE, you’re living in a closet with 5 other humans! Idk WHERE you’d put books, because I swear I have bookshelves bigger than this whole freaking bus, so. And what about like, toys and clothes and shit? Weird, some people are too weird. Imagine being in high school and inviting your friends back to your bus? So wrong!
YES Buttercup was so amazing somehow– I didn’t cry when Prim died but I DID cry when Katniss told Buttercup! I loved the Coin part, and I even loved Snow realizing it before HE died- not that I loved Snow or anything, but it felt right! The epilogue was awesome- in the movie it annoyed me because the GIRL WAS BORN FIRST. They describe the kids so vividly! And, if you look at the movie baby, she looks Asian? And I mean, that’s weird. I am so, so glad you enjoyed it though!! 😀
I was going to rush through to get the post about The Sims up before January but… why? It will be more fun the more I mess them up anyway hah. But it HAS to be done before S5- though at this rate, that gives me a good 9-10 years. Now, Jason says trailer in January. Which means… show in March maybe? I sure hope. Why are they being so rude? But here- he even gives us the EPISODE (Shifting Sands, Ep 5!!!) https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/946872651900887040 And the nanny (it’s a guy, by the way) also has time to become friends with everyone and flirt with half the house. The game kept trying to get me to invite him to the wedding, but with only 15 guests, I said hell no. And definitely rewatch!
Yeah, it was a mess. It’s been on my mind because the creeper started following me on Twitter recently which… is weird. Like why would you follow someone you barely knew 15 years ago, and how did he even find me!? And then he started liking my tweets so I blocked him of course. I think it’s awful because it wasn’t even just me who said something, and then it was like… WHY are you okay with this? Though, my head coach was a bit inappropriate himself, so I guess he may not have even cared? (He actually ended up getting fired years later for some kind of inappropriateness, which came as a shock to basically no one.) But it makes me feel so bad for women who like, can NEVER speak out about this stuff, and have to endure it. Like, I got to graduate college, and the guy actually ended up leaving to get another job anyway, but imagine if it’s your employer and you CAN’T leave! That is the thing that I find hardest about The 100 situation, and these other situations. I have seen the 1/3 statistic too, how awful is that? And I think that like, hopefully now it’s tolerated less? But I still think about that poor woman in the Stanford case- there were witnesses, men who literally saved her life and spoke out against the attacker, and what did that guy get, time served? It’s so messed up, and we clearly have a VERY long way to go.
HA I love that they email you back about the cancellation but not the actual order- like had they just emailed you back the first time, maybe you’d have not canceled it! Idiots. I love Amazon too. Like, I’m never going to pay $20 for a book when I can pay $9. Sorry, not sorry. Some day if I am ever rich, I’ll buy overpriced crap from smaller stores, but until then… Amazon it is.
I know!!! And it gets worse- Lucas from Continuum showed up last night. Small role, but I was like damn he looks familiar too, it took me a minute and then I was like… Lucas!! There’s clearly something going on in Vancouver.
The over writing is WAY outta hand in S2, the Director is replacing people left and right. They’re all bad guys though mostly. And yup whoever gets over written is just- bam. Dead. And yeah it’s just creepy in general to inhabit someone else’s body and then just, you know, take over their life! Weeeeiiird… are you liking S1? I think the show really took off for me towards the end, I always think of those episodes where the old people are toting around assault rifles, it cracked me up and that’s when I think I got really invested in the show. Even if it’s not grabbing you, if you make it to S2 I think you’ll love it, because I am totally loving S2 right now. I have two more to go and I’m starting to get bummed…
I have never wanted to do Time Square because yeah… like cattle in a pen? I mean you know it’s gonna be freakishly cold and crowded, and ugh no thanks. Now NYC sounds good t ome any other time, of course, but not on New Year’s. And I hear you on having plans, it’s good to have something fun to do but other times, IDK, staying in on New Year’s is kinda fun too? Just to relax. Maybe after Christmas I’m all socialized out lol.
I can’t even imagine. You couldn’t even invite friends back to the bus because where would you play, or hang out? How would you have, like, a kitchen? A stove? I don’t get it. Privacy? What do they do, run sheets up? And beds? No way. I can’t see the attraction of that. Spain though… I always think of France or Italy or somewhere but I never think of Spain, really, but Spain is supposed to be beautiful I guess and so culturally diverse and interesting. I bet Spain has a lot to recommend it…
I kinda wanted to hug Buttercut, because bitch cat or not, she loved Prim and… yeah. I hate it when they kill kids in books so Prim was not cool, but *sigh* it is what it is. And I didn’t remember that about the kids but now if I rewatch Mockingjay 2 I’ll keep an eye out. It will probably irritate me too. 🙂
Ah take your time. The more messed- up it gets the better, you’re so right. 🙂 And yeah you’ve got time lol. Although I AM dying to see it! And trailer in January? YES!!! Bout frickin time. There is hope?!? And the nanny is flirting with half the house? Clearly I didn’t need to worry overmuch about his workload!
Seriously? WTAF? That is ridiculous. And no wonder nothnig was done if the head coach was skeevy too. *shakes head* Unbelievable.
And yeah. Amazon has already shipped part of the order (they broke it into two shipments, must have not all been in the same facility) so that’s goes to show how they have their shit together. I totally agree, I’ll take Amazon because a) discounts and b) they get their shit out. 🙂
So… do I finish Travelers tonight or watch Handmaid’s Tale? Hey, I know- both!!!!
Why am I not even surprised that Lucas showed up? I feel like I’d be more surprised if he *didn’t* at this point ? And the show is still young, who knows who we’ll stumble upon in S3! I was watching The 100 Bodyguard of Lies last night, the one where Maya’s dad helps everyone hide? And I was laughing so hard because he was also just in Travelers that I was watching 5 minutes before!
I do not trust the director AT ALL. Especially after the episodes I watched last night (I watched 4-6, basically hah) So the Director is in the future? I am a little confused about him/her at this point, they haven’t been clear (which I assume is purposeful!) but how else would the Director know what worked and such? And YES! The episode with the old people on the bus? I DIED. That was so fabulous! They were just all about to drink the kool-aid, then bam, they’re toting guns across the border. I really do like it! I was a little confused at first, but now that I am into the middle of S1, I think I am getting the hang of it! I even learned that Heroin Harry’s name is Phillip! Though I may prefer Harry because that is what I have been calling him in my head hah.
Yeah exactly, it doesn’t look very fun, even on TV! And like- I hate to be morbid, but talk about an opportunity for someone to attack a bunch of people in a small space. Scares the hell out of me. And yes definitely, I am down to be in New York basically any other time, just…. not NYE. You know, I think you have a point about NYE- like, I DO like to go out and be social and such, but I feel like NYE in general is always underwhelming and crowded and such? I think ideally, a small gathering of friends at someone’s home would be best.
I tried to find a video of this tiny bus because I wish you could see it- it is RIDICULOUS. The beds doubled as THE TABLE. The bed like, folded into seats, and then there was a pop up table- unreal. And yeah, there was NO privacy, forget that. But I suppose with four freaking kids in a school bus, maybe those people shouldn’t be allowed to have any more privacy ? The whole thing made me feel claustrophobic. Ten bucks says one or two of the kids ends up living in a tent outside of the bus. And YES, Spain is so, so lovely! I have only been to Barcelona, and only for a short time, but I absolutely MUST go back- it was just so pretty, and laid back, and the food was amazing, and ugh. And Barcelona is right on the beach! I mean, I don’t think you can really go wrong with ANY western European country. Especially when THIS is the alternative hah.
I agree, not a fan of kids dying in books. I guess in a sense, Rue’s death was worse than Prim’s because she was even younger, but it was so sad. And the cat, that cat survived a bombing to be near Prim, and then she’s dead!? I wish we got to see more of Peeta’s response to his family’s death, now that I think about it. So many people died, but I feel like there was so much death, we didn’t get to see a lot of that.
So last night, I LOST all the babies in Casa Delinquent! I have no idea where they went, they just… vanished! Their little bassinets were there still, but no babies! So I had to knock ’em all up again and start over. I think the nanny murdered them. He won’t leave either, even though there’s no more babies! He just watches TV, eats their food, and flirts. Creepy! I also killed Riley, just because I wanted to see if the hand-buzzer always killed people. And it does, apparently. OH and ALIE is in love with the Grim Reaper, which is my favorite thing that has happened in this game so far.
SO Jason fed us again today!! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/947209368180629504 https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/947209590411706368 And then I read that The CW is going to be part of some kind of TV panel thingy on January 7th, so people are hoping they’ll announce then. Also, people speculate that Jason is pissed about this too, hence all the still-dropping. Which… I don’t blame him. I am too hah. OH and here are some set pics, too- https://twitter.com/The100S5/status/947076402846883841
I got one of them today!! Vol 1 & 3 of Alex + Ada, thank you SO much!!! ??? I am so excited to read them- and I am going to do it SOON because I mean, talk about getting my 2018 Goodreads Challenge off to a good start hahha. I assume you finished Travelers? Now you are going to have to wait a full year, that IS sad. Was it good!? I am sure it was. I hope it wasn’t *too* cliffhanger-y. I was going to start The Game last night but I got too caught up in Travelers- I mean, how could I turn it off when old people on a bus were saving humanity? I couldn’t. Did you end up watching Handmaid’s Tale too? How far have you made it on that? I need to know when S2 of that is happening too, because that does end on a hell of a cliffhanger!!
Maya’s dad showed up in the season finale too. Yes I am done with Travelers *wails* now WTF do I watch? Although I did watch Handmaid’s Tale episode 2 today. That fucking show… those giving birth scenes where the “mom” pretends she’s in labor too while the real mom gives birth- oh my gosh it’s ludicrous. Those people… and that old bitty who runs the Handmaids, can someone just please shoot her now? I live for whenever she gets killed, because clearly she must. But back to travelers for a sec- no Travis or Garza, sadly. The season finale though- wow. It’s like they find whatever would hurt the Travelers the most and that’s what they do. Second season in a row where the cliffhanger is HUGE.
The Director is iffy. Early in S2 I was like nope he’s fucked, they need to stop listening to him, but by the end of S2 the other factions are SO bad I think the Director actually is not. Will be curious to see what you think. Definitely ambiguous. I think by the end of S1 (if I remember) you’ll have a much more clear view of the Director. The old people with the guns killed me. I think it feels weird sometimes because they’ll send lots of people back, and I’m used to Continuum and Monkeys where only one or a few people go. Travelers is different since they’re everywhere! But Wakefield (Keloogg) and Maya’s dad were both in the finale, so life is good. 🙂 And oh yeah Philip. TBH I think I only learned his name in S2 lol.
I agree, I’ve had fun at small social gatherings for NYE but whenever I’ve been to a bigger party or whatever it’s always been kinda lame. I think it’s just one of those occasions I like to be home? Although in Michigan the weather is frequently shitty on NYE so there’s that too! So yeah I’m with you on that.
Sleeping on the table?? Um, no those people are whacked. I’ve heard of downsizing but fuck what’s even the point of that? Four kids?? *sputter* Ooh you’ve been to Barcelona. I can only imagine it must be a beautiful city. And the food too… I’m sure! Yeah these days anything European looks like paradise compared to this shithole we’re living in lol. Although I will say it seems like a miracle we’ve survived? He’s been in for almost a year and we’re… still here? Amazing. Which probably only means 2018 will be a dumpster fire too. My biggest fear is that he’s normalized lying so much that even if the Mueller investigation or whatever finds stuff, it may not be enough. Will he just lie his way through? This is why the whole GOP is complicit- any other politician would have been shamed/ driven out of the race or out of office with any of these scandals, but he just bullshits through and they let him. They’re as bad as he is
So true. Buttercup came all the way from 13 to get back to Prim- that was tough. And I thought that about Peeta’s family too. Also for Madge- we got a mention but I really felt for her.
Waitamiinit- the Grim Reaper is in the game? Does he like show up when there’s a death?? Oh my this is killing me. ALIE would be a good match tho, since she apparently sends lots of people his way! Missing kids and a creepy nanny? That’s… weird. Something not right about the nanny. And knocking them up again- you say that so matter of factly, cracks me up. 🙂 Good call on Riley!!!
Nice. what do you think of those set phots? Is that maybe Clarke’s little camp in the woods or something? I’m trying to figure out what that’s a pic of. I think Jason is trying, he mist know how pissed/ impatient we all are. Frickin CW *grumble grumble* On the bright side, tho, Bell and Murph look good in that shot!
Yay! Clearly Vol 2 is still coming, lol, I think it said delivery shceduled for Tuesday? Ish? But at least they’re shipping- that other fucking place would still be sitting on them probably. I hope you like ’em. 🙂 And yes Travelers S2 went by TOO fast. I guess a lot rides on Netflix numbers, if they do well hopefully we get a S3. Story of our lives huh? I think the characters came a long way in S2 though. And I loved the shoot out with the oldsters- S2 has an epsidoe like that where they’re holed up in a farmhouse protecting a little girl and all these people are moving in, it’s a great shootout. Carly is a badass with that sniper rifle. 🙂 Okay Handmaid’s Tale- what is the deal with Commander wanting her to come play Scrabble?? I assume he has a thing for her. And what’s with the driver? And oh my gosh what happened to Olfgren? Did they kill her? I may need to binge this too.
Always here for Maya’s dad! He just died on The 100 again, so I’ll take him however I can get him haha. I am sorry you’re done! I do kind of wish it was a longer season, especially since it’s got to last a whole year- and it lasted you what, three days? ? And NOOOO a cliffhanger?! And now I will have to wait a year too, rude. Just wait, Garza and Travis will pop up in S3 hahah. It really freaks me out that they can just be… overwritten at any time. I was thinking about it when I was watching last night, like, what is to stop this Director from just doing whatever the hell he wants? And hijacking any current human he wants! I was sad because like, ALL the old people with the guns died. I cannot imagine just volunteering to go die in the past! OH! I thought of another question, too- what happens to the bodies when the Travelers come back? Like, now they’re in the 21st century bodies, but where are their original bodies?! And it IS interesting that they’re everywhere- almost seems like *too* many sometimes? OH and David, the social worker- why is he preforming surgeries like he went to med school!? I like their dynamic, but that was a stretch!
As for Handmaid’s Tale… Yes they have the wives “pretend” to give birth and it is so WEIRD. And then the whole women pretending they’re having sex with the husbands is weird too. I honestly don’t understand why they don’t just use artificial insemination? Even when the book was written, that was a “thing”, so it kind of confuses me. You will see… different sides of Aunt Lydia, actually. It’s like Pike- you want to just hate her, but then she shows humanity and you’re like “well crap, now what!?” So, the Commander is skeezy as hell. So yeah, you’re right, he does. But he kind of seems like a decent dude for awhile, “only” playing Scrabble? Treating her like a human? The driver, Nick… well, I will just say that you’ll go back and forth on Nick a bit 😉 Ofglen isn’t dead but… it might actually be worse? I will prepare you, it is quite possibly the WORST scene in a show full of horror. But by the end of episode 4, there are teeny, tiny rays of hope, so you won’t like, want to scream in terror *all* the time hahah.
I have such mixed feelings about NYE, honestly. I’ve only had a handful that were actually really fun, and like you said, they were just small gatherings. I like the day in theory, because it seems like all… hopeful, you know? But then the pessimist part of me is like “no asshole, it’s just a man-made day” hah. PLUS there’s always pressure and high expectations and all that bullshit. Dressing up in the cold. Feeling awkward and alone at midnight. ? But either way, wine and blogging and Travelers and Thunderhead it is! (Pretty thankful for the wine, tbh!)
Yeah! I mean, there was a “mattress” but I use the term VERY loosely. I dont’ understand how it’s even legal. Aren’t there fire codes and shit!? And YES going back to Spain is very high on my bucket list. It’s so pretty, so full of amazing buildings (Gaudí is like, the big thing there, and they’re amazing!) and seriously, I don’t think I am exaggerating when I say it was the best food ever! And YES- how the hell are we still here!? There’s like… what, 3 hours to go, and it looks like we *might* actually make it? I worry about 2018 too, honestly. You’re so right- he HAS normalized the lying and the bullshit. I think that might have been his game plan all along, so that when he does awful shit, no one will even bat an eye. I think the GOP is *worse* than he is, honestly- because he is clearly deranged, and they are not- they’re just cowards. I really don’t know what the breaking point will be- or if there even is one anymore. It’s like, as long as the majority of the country is still comfortable, I don’t see people making any big moves, and that is SAD.
YES Madge was another big death that I don’t think really got worked through. And seriously, how did a damn cat make it from a whole other district? That might have been a reach hahah.
YEP the Grim Reaper shows up when someone dies. When he took Kane he came and went pretty quickly, but he lingered a bit for Riley- so I made him a friend! And he was like- bashful when ALIE was trying to charm him, so funny. It took quite a few woo-hoos to get the job done, but I can’t have all my kids vanishing! Seems bad? The nanny is NOT okay- I kind of want to kill him off. OH! I WILL. That is my plan for later, kill off the Nanny!
The symbol in the one picture is from Louwoda Kliron (which is Shallow Valley) so I assume that is where Clarke sets up her home base? Maybe even where she found Madi? Though I also bet that the symbol on that last structure means something, too- there’s no way a corporate logo doesn’t mean something at this point! I kind of love the little camp though! It’s really homey, for the end of the world. I think Jason is trying too, which is really quite nice of him. I agree, they look so much OLDER, too! It’s funny because they’re obviously only a year older, but damn, they did a good job with that.
Aw thank you SO much!! I am excited to read them, they look really good- and the topic is obviously fascinating! I hope that there is a S3 of Travelers, especially since it ended on a cliffhanger! You’d think they’d have to start filming kind of soon though, yeah? Apparently last year it was renewed in February, so I guess we’ll know soon! I hope they renew it, I don;t need another show ending! Apparently, it has less to do with Netflix numbers, and more to do with Showcase, since it runs there first, so they use those more heavily for decision making? Weird.
Happy New Year, I hope you are having a lovely, relaxing evening!! 😀
I know right? Three days and now the long wait begins. In a way binging sucks. 🙂 But yes Maya’s dad- he’s such a shyster on Travelers, it’s kind of a fun different kind of role for him. And yeah I wanted some of the oldsters to survive, for sure. I mean really, cannon fodder much?? You know I’m not sure what happens to the Travelers in the future? But there have been a few comments in S2 that lead me to believe that maybe they die when they go back? Not sure, but comments like “they volunteered to sacrifice themselves” kinda make me think that.
The overwriting thing is part of why I think the Director is the lesser of the evils? Like he could just do whatever he wants but he does seem to follow certain rules. Like in S2 there’s a big debate about why he doesn’t just kill any and all bad guys, but he doesn’t… and I love David. He’s so funny in S2, him and Grace are both great. They have awesome lines!
So I watched episodes three and four and I’m hooked. Even if it’s horrible. Oh my gosh did they do what I think they did to Ofgren? Fuckkkk… I liked her too, I hope she gets away? Although what they did to her, plus I’m assuming they took her tongue? Damn. I think the Commander so far is an ass, he acts like everything is okay and Offred has no agency at all. Although he must have said something because at the end of four Offred can go outside again?? I fucking hate Serena at this point. And Nick- not sure about him. I love their music choices though- that weird slow motion Heart of Glass during the riot was AMAZING. And the Simple Minds one too- awesome! It’s very well put together. And Lydia at this point- if they can redeem her at all I will be impressed. I am hating her right now…
I hear you on NYE. Not really a big deal for me either. But Travelers is a good way to spend it. 🙂 And wine and blogging. I was sitting around watching New Years Rockin Eve (boring) and now I’m online lol. NYE is whatever. although people are shooting fireworks off outside and it’s like 12 degrees here, so not sure what THAT’s all about.
Yup. The scary part is I think he believes himself, so it’s not like he’s even TRYING to be dishonest, he actually thinks he’s RIGHT. So if he’s caught he doesn’t fess up cause he doesn’t even know he committed a crime? Like the collusion thing. From the evidence out there we already pretty much know it happened, but he doesn’t THINK he did anything wrong. That’s the scary part- he’s divorced from reality. And he’s always quoting FOX and Friends, his favorite show- so they are enabling him. They’re worse than he is!
Buttercup the super cat. 🙂
Kill the nanny! Yes sounds like he deserves it. 🙂 Send the Grim Reaper after him ha. Happy New Year lol.
I like the camp too. I guess all the mutants are gone (?) due to Praimfaya so maybe it’s safe too? Suitable for raising young Madi. But yes those symbols definitely have to meet something. And I have so many questions! Where does Clarke get gas for her Jeep five years later? But I’m getting ahead of myself. And frankly who cares about details, give us the show!!!!!!
You are welcome!!! And no S3 of Travelers would suck- after the way they left off S2. Gah I would die. Plus the cast… they are hitting on all cylinders now. Grace, Wakefield, even officer Boyd who shows up occasionally… love the cast and the supporting characters. And I so wish I got Showcase! Would love to watch this show weekly. I don’t really know what the Canadian numbers are, but I hope they were good…
You too!! Happy New Year! I am totally relaxing, Rockin Eve is on but I’m thinking of watching something on Netflix (or hulu)- the network stuff bores the crap out of me. Ha ha hope you’re having a great evening! Talk to you in 2018 lol :):): although if we were in Australia it already would be…
Bingeing kind of can suck. I mean, I definitely am not as quick at it as you are, so it sucks a little less, but still. It’s so fun at the time because you don’t have to wait, but then the wait ends up being even worse! I did catch the bit about “sacrificing themselves” but I didn’t know if that just referred to the life they left behind, or like, life in general. I suppose maybe it’s either/or, depending? I just feel like a pile of random dead future-bodies would be…. unsettling. I saw my first overwriting, speaking of! I want to know how the hell Grant arranged ALL those people to be Travelers in the room with the shitty Traveler? It was kind of impressive, and not where I saw that going at all. David… I like David, but sometimes I want to smack him. Like- Marcy clearly was trying to tell him that she didn’t want to just be platonic friends, and dumbass basically takes it as she doesn’t want to be EVEN friends. Come on dude. No one goes around kissing people they only want to be platonic friends with! I loved how Marcy stood up to his shitty boss too ? I agree that the side characters DO add a lot of comic relief- Grace, David, Maya’s Dad. He really DOES play a shifty guy VERY well, I am impressed!
YES they did THAT to Ofglen. And killed her girlfriend while she watched. ANd then did… that. I don’t even have words. You’ll actually see one of the first signs of kindness as a result of that though. They didn’t take her tongue though! She can still talk. She’s now Ofsteven I think? New Ofglen is a real treat ? GAH there are some amazing points that I cannot wait until you get to! YES- that is how the Commander is, you hate him because you can tell he’s a pompous piece of shit, but then he *does* do some decent things for her? I think he might be delusional and egotistic enough to think she actually likes him? That was kind of my read on him. Nick… yeah, I have gone back and forth on him a LOT, and you’ll see why. I’ll be curious to hear your thoughts on him by the end! Same with Serena actually. She SUCKS, but like- she’s also a victim, so it’s hard to hate her as much as I want to. I still do hate her though. Totally agree about the music! It gave me chills! And YEP, you think that Lydia has to be THE most despicable human being but… well, she’s another one who I’ll be curious to hear your thoughts on! I am SO excited that you’re watching it, because I am dying to talk about it 😀
Um WHY are people idiots with the fireworks? I mean, sure, if you’re in Hawaii or the southern hemisphere or something, have at it. But HERE? Come on. It was -5 here last night and it wasn’t a ton warmer there. So… WHY? What’s the appeal of literally freezing and/or blowing off your damn fingers? I haven’t watched any of the NYE shows in years- and actually (this is so dorky and lame, but I will tell you anyway) I missed the actual new year because my Sims had all gone into labor ?
HA yes exactly! And he is so unconcerned with actual facts that it doesn’t bother him if they’re true, because in his head, he has made them up so they must be. I think he has an actual, diagnosable mental illness, or mental handicap or something, not even kidding. And yet, all these other able-minded Republicans just agree with it and defend it! When you think back on a scandal like Nixon, at least he KNEW enough to know that he was wrong, and he was getting caught. Like, he tried to hide it and then acted like an actual human after he was found out. This is just… sociopathic. At best.
I did kill the Nanny! I think only certain Sims can befriend the Grim Reaper, because he wouldn’t talk to Bellamy or Monty. Maybe you have to be crazy? Idk, it worked for ALIE hahha. They sent a new Nanny, an older lady, hopefully she’ll be less of a problem.
SAD, I want the mutants back. I just watched Jaha throw Craig to the sea monster, and I really miss that sort of thing! I wonder if Gagarin/Eligius/Becca/Cadogan have something to do with the symbol. And I think the Rovers are solar powered? I remember them talking about that when they were going to find Luna. That’s really the only way it could work at this point, right? Obviously gas is long gone.
I will also be sad if there is no S3, even though I am still on S1- I definitely think it’s good enough to keep going, no question. It also doesn’t seem super expensive to film? They don’t use as much tech and effects and such that other shows like The 100, 12 Monkeys, Continuum, etc used. Showcase seems to be a pretty good channel, honestly! I don’t really want to move to Canada, but if I had to flee, I guess there would be a perk ?
I am glad that you had a relaxing evening! I agree, the crap on the networks SUCKS, especially on holidays. Like do I really need to watch bands on TV? No, no I do not. Is Jenny McCarthy still around on those? Because that is when I had to stop watching them, she irks me. I read Alex + Ada though! It was good! I love that he was so skeeved out by the whole thing from the start. And I think that the human girl in the beginning had feelings for him and Idk if that will be part of the story but it felt like it would be? I loved the whole argument about their rights, too! Excited for the next one! And I read some of Thunderhead. OH have you read Scythe (the first book, by Neal Shusterman)? It’s all kinds of awesome!
Binging is fun while it lasts but like The 100, for example- I’m kinda glad I’m caught up with it because when it comes back it’s nice to have it last. Even though the weekly wait is awful. 🙂 It sucks waiting either way! And yeah David’s kind of a dufus. I like him better in S2, he’s like funny but not as dumb? Maybe… Grace is nice in S2 too, she gets quite snarky! But they need to use her even more than they do…
Oh my gosh Donnie showed up!! You probably mentioned that at some point but I forgot .When he stuck his head around the curtain I was like no way!!! Oh man Ofglen (er Ofsteven) is probably dead now, they hauled her away after she went driving lol. Damn she ran over that guy’s head! I rather enjoyed it though. You can only take so much fucking horror before you want em to start fighting back! And Nick! When Offred went up to sleep with him at the end of 5 I thought she was going to kill him for being an Eye- but I guess she just wanted some. that surprised me. She looked pissed going up those steps! Anyway I’m glad they didn’t take Ofstevens’ tongue. And her mistress seems nice? I’m hoping she’s stil alive- somehow? New Ofglen seems like a real bitch. The Commander I was hoping would be a good guy, but he’s shit. At this point anyways. I HATE Serena. I mean yeah it sucks to be her but the way she treats Offred… fuck her. And Lydia- I can’t wait to see what you mean! Yes as soon as I finish we will have lots to discuss, I imagine.
Oh oh did you see that the Young Queens novella is out? It’s a Three Dark crowns prequel I guess? Just got it at amazon, was gonna ask you yesterday if you got it and I forgot. I’m gonna read it soon. More Queens!!!
*Nods* I was like- fireworks in this snowscape? Whatever. And you know what? I think the ball coming down is lame, they do the same thing every year, so I don’t think it’s dorky at all! You might as well be playing a game or doing something fun. New Year’s is kinda overrated, frankly. Although Australia always looks fun with their fireworks over the Sydney bridge or whatever. You know, it’s not 0 degrees there FFS. But hereabouts- meh.
I think there is mental illness there. Who would ever have thought we’d have WORSE than Nixon?
Yay! So long, bad nanny. Although “they” sent another? That sounds somewhat ominous. 🙂 But an older lady… maybe she’ll be nice and grandmotherly or something. If SHE flirts with the Delinquents then I’m REALLY worried… O.o
I want more mutants too! So sad to not have them around. All the sparkly butterflies and freakish deer and shit… what were they thinking? In some ways Praimfaya was a bad idea. I was thinking about it the other day- how do power plants failing cause a global firestorm? I’m sure it seemed like a good idea at the time! Although maybe they’ll just bring stuff back? And I feel like Jaha throwing Craig over is a high water mark (no pun intended *smirk*) because it showed how ruthless he could be, and it’s just cool. I love it. 🙂 We need more o that. And oh that makes sense about the Rovers.
Showcase does seem like a good channel. Plus you probably get better Olympic coverage, because I think CBC streams it all like the BBC does (and like NBC doesn’t). Every 4 years (or 2 I guess) I hate NBC for their shitty coverage- last time I almost got a VPN even though I know shit about how they work, just so I could get *cough* other countries’ coverage. This year will be the same. I’ll either be on Twitter bitching about NBC constantly or I’ll be conspicuously quiet which means I got a VPN or something lol. Although the summer games are a bigger deal for me… so yeah Canada has advantages. Plus they’re not all gun crazy and health care stupid like we are. I could do Canada…
Ugh yes Jenny McCarthy was on. I’m almost embarrassed that I know that , because it means I did watch some of it, although not because it was any good. I did see Florida/ Georgia Line who I kinda like, but that’s about it. And I am NOT a country person. But they’re okay. I’m glad you liked Alex and Ada. Hopefully vol 2 arrives tomorrow. I think the girl has feelings for him too, and she definitely shows up again. There are some fun twists, and I like the whole androids’ rights thing- especially that secret chat room they find. I’ll be really curious what you think of the end because I ave thoughts about how it ended, and I’m looking forward to what you think. And no I have never read scythe? But I will have to look into- I feel like I’ve heard of Shusterman, pretty sure I’ve seen reviews…
I agree, I am actually glad that we can’t just binge The 100. Because how the hell would I ever do recaps? Or actually, get anything else done, because I literally would not stop watching for all 13 hours or whatever haha. The weekly wait is kind of fun too because we get to talk theories, and speculate and such! Though now, we have waited almost a damn year anyway, and we’ll STILL have the weekly wait, so this is basically the *worst* of both worlds ?
Ah, David and Marcy finally got their acts together. I mean, no thanks to David really, but still. He definitely can’t still question the platonism (or clear lack thereof) in their relationship. Unless he really IS dumb, but I don’t think he is. I didn’t realize Marcy was so like, unhealthy though! That was hard to watch. And the PLANE, my goodness. I don’t even understand how MacLaren was even able to leave those KIDS, that was the part that gutted me. I get saving Kat, but honestly, I don’t know if I could have let the crying baby and the little boy die? Even if it *was* the mission? And I saw him looking at the little boy, GAH. This show can be brutal (in the good way of course)! OH and could Carly’s “husband” be any more of a piece of shit? If they don’t kill him and replace him with a Traveler, I’m going to revolt.
DUDE yes! Donnie as the horrible, creepy doctor who wanted to impregnate June!? NO NO NO. Donnie is supposed to be doofy but kindhearted unless he’s killing baddies! I don’t know if you’ve watched to see about Ofglen/Ofsteven/Rory from Gilmore Girls (that’s what I called her in my head, Rory. And I didn’t even watch that show ha.) But that was EPIC when she ran them over. And still… she’s got a starring role in S2, so yeah. I am honestly not sure why they keep her alive- I think because she hasn’t produced a baby yet? And YES, the whole thing with Nick is… so interesting. Because I think there is some actual feeling there on both June and Nick’s part? But… it’s so complicated. They do seem to have some kind of chemistry, too. Ofseteven’s mistress IS really nice- you can see how much it all pains her. I wish we saw more of her, maybe next season? And YEP Fred gets worse and worse as it goes on, honestly. He’s almost Trumpian- he can’t even see WHY he is wrong? And he legit thinks that HE is one of the “good guys” which is of course laughable. Did you get to any of the Serena/Fred flashbacks? I think while it doesn’t at ALL excuse Serena’s behavior, it does explain it a little? And Lydia… I hate that I don’t hate her ?
OH yes, I did see that about The Young Queens! I actually pre-ordered THIS instead: https://www.bookdepository.com/Queens-Fennbirn-Kendare-Blake/9780062748287 Because it was basically the same price as buying both novellas? And I have been collecting the UK covers, so might as well hah. I AM sad that I have to wait, but eh, maybe I’ll read it before book 3 to be caught up or something! But you must let me know how it is!! I hope you like it 🙂
The ball IS stupid. What is even the point? At least fireworks are pretty! I mean, not in January in the north, but in Australia? Hell yes, I would be there no question. I bet people in the Nixon era thought that it was the most ridiculous thing that EVER happened. And then Trump came along and was like “hold my beer”. Did you see the bullshit tweets from like, earlier tonight? Where he basically is taunting N Korea with fucking nukes? Like… 2018 was fun for 2 days until we all died ?
Okay now you have made me want to hook the nanny up with someone! She even wears one of those grandma-style knitted vests! I might give her blue hair or something (I didn’t make her, so I might change her up a little. OH maybe I should make her move in so I can control her!)
I agree, Praimfaya works in some ways, but drops the ball in others. I did see this special on National Geographic, years ago, something about what would happen to the world without humans? And Idk if it was exactly like Praimfaya, but there would be widespread nuclear devastation, so I mean, I guess it’s somewhat based in science? I just don’t think it would have been literal storms, but who knows? I still think 4% of crap survived, so I am expecting some mutants! PLUS- won’t the same thing happen that happened in the first Praimfaya? Like, reproduction will be affected by the radiation, leading to two-headed deer and Zorans and stuff? The difference this season is, instead of Jaha throwing people overboard to be eaten by monsters, JAHA is the one who’s going to be eaten ?
ALSO. Jason delivered AGAIN. I liked this tweet because I kind of wonder if that IS what is happening? https://twitter.com/LifeIsBellarke/status/948349288630902784 (The Kabby pic is from today, eeeeep!) And then THIS which is so freaking foreboding! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/948319001637081088 I am so excited for this season, I need an AIR DATE, damn it!
HA, I agree, the Olympic coverage is such crap. They never actually tell you when the good stuff is on, so you’re watching like, women’s backgammon for three hours until the actual sports come on. I remember in 2004 NBC actually streamed it, because I watched it in class- it was my last semester (and an extra one at that, sad) and I was so DONE so I would just mute the computer and pretend I gave a shit about the classes. But now it’s all bullshit. My brother has a VPN but I have NO idea how it works. I don’t really care about the winter Olympics though so I’ll be just fine to read an article here and there. Canada IS just better. Honestly, I think everywhere is just better at this point? Like fine, give me more snow, I’ll drink Tim Horton’s if I have to, anything is better than Trumpmerica.
Jenny McCarthy makes me twitchy. She’s annoying, but she’s also irresponsible and uses her platform poorly, giving people outdated and false advice about autism and vaccines and such. She’s so stupid. I am not a country person either. At all. I can do *some* mainstream stuff (like, I do have one or two Florida-Georgia Line songs on my playlist, but does it even count as country anymore if they’re singing with Nelly? I think not.) Vol 2 did arrive today! Thank you again!! 😀 I LOVE the chat room thing- especially because there are AIs in there too! Though I feel like they maybe trusted Alex a little *too* easily? I am now trying to decide if I read it tonight, or read more Thunderhead because both are really good. I think I might go with Thunderhead mostly because I have to do a blog post about it in less than 2 weeks hahah. But oh my goodness, you MUST read Neal Shusterman. Must must must, he is like, my all-time favorite author, really. Unwind, or Scythe, you can start with either. I might have an extra copy of Unwind actually, I will check! He is an absolute genius.
Agree. It is MUCH easier to do recaps this way! Although I’m thinking of not doing them this year? Or maybe just doing shorter reaction pieces, since you know recapping takes time. I don’t want it to feel like a chore. Same with Riverdale, which I was recapping but have kinda stepped back from. IDK. But there’s so much to talk about!
The plane thing was crazy! I’m like are they really going there? That stretched my plausibility threshold just a bit, but whatever. I hear you though, leaving kids like that… and yeah Carly’s BF is a dick, no doubt. Hated him. He’s still around in S2 though…
Donnie is so typecast for me now, there’s no way he’ll ever be anything but Donnie to me. That’s partly why it was so shocking! What’s next, Helena showing up with that fucking music that always came on when she arrived? Actually I would like that, she could take care of Gilead for us. But I digress… I’m glad to see that Ofsteven will be in S2, I like her. And yes those flashbacks! I hate Serena even more now, because she was totally supportive of it! Like he told her in the theater about the impending takeover, and she was like ok. WTF? Why would a woman voluntarily give up her rights?? Her and fred are both trash at this point, I hate em both. And I didn’t realize they were like at the very top- I was just thinking they were mid to high level but per the flashback they appear like they were primary planners of the whole thing? Also- the flashbacks with husband (what’s his name) escaping with the other escapees- I liked that one. I like seeing how it all went wrong, it speeds up the pace a bit.
I am going to read it next, hope it’s good (cross your fingers ha ha) although I don’t think she can let me down at this point. I did see that novella preorder, I may get it too- those UK covers are the bomb. I will definitely let you know! It will be fun to talk Queens again.
2018 is officially dumpster fire 2.0 now. Yup I saw it. What did we expect? We got like one day! One day of normalcy! But you know what, Americans need to know what they got so fuck it. So many people voted for him that it’s not just him, it’s every asshole that voted for him as far as I’m concerned. It’s just too bad for everyone else…
Oh my gosh you’re right= poetic justice! Yes I am down for cannibalistic retribution! And yes after two Praimfayas reproduction should be REALLY whacked now! I don’t know if apocalypses stack in terms of genetic disorders but I’m voting for yes. Although poor Zoran, would hate to see more of that. Oh well. I love those shows though! I think I saw one of those after humans shows- everything was vegetated and overgrown, it was cool. and like what if the great Lakes drained or the oceans.
Oh my that tweet is… alarming. Kabby look SO emotional there, you might be right about them thinking Clarke is dead. And Jason’s little warning there- shit what is happening in THAT pic? Fuckkkk…
Well, Vancouver clearly has it going on lol. And they say Toronto is nice. Montreal too although I don’t speak French. Colder than shit though… Michigan’s bad enough. But seriously when they were trying for Canada on Handmaid’s Tale last night I was kinda like… mmm yeah?? 🙂
I’m glad Vol 2 arrived! I feel like, finally the shit’s all there! Gotta love Amazon. Anyway like I said we’ll have to talk the ending when you get there because it did NOT end the way I thought it would. The chat room thing was cool, I liked the whole resistance angle thing because they were like what’s it like for one person to maybe fall in love with a synthetic, and then it becomes a whole societal thing, like should they have rights? And how Alex and Ada got sucked into all that? Anyway Shusterman huh? Your favorite author? Wow I’ll definitely have to check him out then, that’s a pretty good recommendation! Happy reading. 🙂
GASP, no recaps!? I mean… They are pretty time consuming, so I get it. But still! I suppose as long as we still beat each episode to death here, I can live with it 😀 They really do take a lot of time and effort- and like, two people read them hahah. But they’re also my favorite thing I do on the blog, so I won’t be stopping. But if it isn’t fun for you, I agree, no need! I feel like Riverdale recaps are probably harder to do though, because it’s less… analytical? You don’t have a ton to guess about or make sense of. So maybe it’s easier actually, but less fun? That’s how I’d feel anyway hah.
UGH I hoped that the (hopefully ex)-husband would be… Idk, what is the term they use to the people who Travelers inhabit? The.. Traveled? I wanted him to be Traveled upon. Boo. Yeah the airplane thing itself was implausible, but then the whole makeshift operating room!? REALLY? I had to roll my eyes at that. And did they have Trevor grow a second heart? Is that actually what happened?! Speaking of, I am having a LOT of trouble believing that Trevor is a high school kid. I looked it up and he’s 30. And an obvious 30, tbh. (And he has the same birthday as me, so that’s fun. Of course, he gets to be younger, but alas.) Dude who plays Phillip is 37, which kind of blows my mind. The scenes with MacLaran actually remembering some of “his” past with Kat was a nice touch though. BUT I am going to be plenty pissed if he just ditches Carly. She clearly loves him, and that is not cool to do to her. She’s got the shittiest lot in this new life, IMO.
HA I am down for Helena popping in, too. She could be the “kooky nurse” ? But seriously, it was awful. He was like, a little Donnie-ish too, at first? But then he was so awful that NOPE, it made my head spin! My thoughts on Serena are like- she absolutely SUCKS because she clearly didn’t think of all the other women who would be wayyyy worse off than she would. I think she wholly regrets her decision now, though. I think she was game at first, but then it kept getting more and more awful, and by the time she realizes it and tries to stop it, she no longer has any power. Which makes her selfish, and kind of stupid. I agree, they ARE trash, but I still can’t help feel just a tiny bit of empathy for Serena? (This is my fatal flaw, clearly- and why I still love Jaha ?) I LOVED the episode where Luke (the husband) gets away! GAH, that made me so damn hopeful for the rest of the series. You saw the flashbacks of the start of their relationship already, right? That was rough, because of course you’re Team June, but yikes.
YAY I hope it’s good! I bet it will be too- plus I have been so curious about the backstory of the whole damn island, that I think it’ll be worth it.
I love the tweets I am seeing that say “can’t wait for 2018 to be over” already. It’s half funny, but it’s wholly tragic. Like, are we ever just going to be “normal” again? TOTALLY agree about every asshole who voted for him. I was talking to my mom about it, and I was like “do you think even as they are literally in the midst of Praimfaya they will be pretending he was a good decision?” and she was like “yeah, probably”. Because you know, Hillary’s emails ? I feel bad that those of us who KNEW he was shit have to deal with the ramifications. But I also wouldn’t blame the rest of the world from Polaris-ing our asses.
I bet they do! I mean- genetic stuff can be caused by the most random crap? Or just… total flukes? So of COURSE double-radiation would mean double the harm, I assume. Because you figure, the parents were born with high levels of radiation, and now they just got a double dose! I mean, Zoran seemed happy enough, tbh? That episode was interesting for me- I have mentioned it on the blog a few times, but not a ton, but my son was born with a craniofacial defect from a genetic condition, but it was a de novo mutation- meaning his was the first in his genetic line, no one knows where it came from. I mean, I assume it wasn’t Praimfaya, but who can tell ?. ANyway, I find the whole thing fascinating, and definitely want to see more of it- especially how the Skaikru folks would handle it. OH! Imagine THAT fight. Like, a Kabby baby is born messed up and Indra wants to kick it out of the bunker! I bet that would cause a LOT of fighting among clans, because I dont think Skaikru, or probably even Gagarin, would take kindly to the concept of Frikdreinas. And YES- that is exactly what the show was like! And they showed animals scavenging for food and stuff, among the new overgrown forests. It was like, a mini-series I think, bet it was the same one. I love that stuff.
Is it awful that I *really* want it to be that they think Clarke is dead? I want to see everyone freak out haha. Or something equally awful, I won’t be picky! OH and did you see this incredible exchange between Jason and William Shatner? The whole thread is epic, tbh- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/948625125892489217 Jason also publicly admitted that he is salty too about the lack of trailer, so everyone adores him hahh.
SO true about Vancouver, though logistically, if we were on the run, I doubt we’d end up there. Ontario is big, and I assume that’s where we’d land. And it’s not very exciting, unless you’re in Toronto I suppose. But I guess if we’re going to be dealing with zero degree weather anyway, might as well do it in a country that isn’t a shitshow. This reminds me that I should renew my passport before The Handmaid’s Tale becomes reality… ?
Aww yay! Thanks so much again, really, I appreciate it! 😀 And now I am extra excited about the ending! Within the next few days I’ll have them read for sure! The whole rights issue IS very interesting, and I am not even sure WHAT I think about it yet. And YES- if I had to pick just ONE favorite author, it’s him, no question. Like- have you read books where you’re like “this author’s level of genius is so high that there is no actual way my mind could replicate it”? And I’m generally of the school of thought that most people can do pretty much anything they set their minds to with enough work, but his writing is next-level. His story concepts are next level. My mom has my extra copy of Unwind, but she doesn’t like to keep books anyway, so I am sending it to you. It is so incredibly disturbing, I don’t even know how to explain it.
I know, it feels almost blasphemous not to do recaps! And they’re so fun in the beginning, when everything is new- it’s towards the end when it feels like a weekly task that they get less fun for me. Although reading people’s reactions and comments does make it all worth it! And you must never stop! lol because while mine are just mostly words yours are like funny and GIF-y and all around awesome. And who knows maybe I’d miss it? I imagine I will start with the new season and see how it goes…? Oh and Riverdale- yeah those are kinda easier, I guess, mainly because it’s not as deep, so yeah… think you’re right there.
Yes it would be awesome if they overwrote Jeff! I don’t know if “overwrote” is the right word, but… yeah. Just record right over him lol. Although no such luck, alas. And I agree about Carly. Speaking of, there is almost no mention of her former relationship with Mac in S2. Which I guess is a spoiler so I’m sorry! But it just doesn’t even come up- Carly is more focused on her kid (who watches that kid all the time anyway?) and Mac and Kat are going thru their own stuff. just a plot line they decided to drop? Carly doesn’t seem to care much either which is odd. I thought their relationship was going to be a major subplot, but I guess not.
Trevor as a HS kid is problematic, especially since he has a high school aged girlfriend? Which is creepy since even though he’s in a HS body he’s like the oldest one in the future? Maybe that’s why he seems to have a thing for grace. And Phillip actor is 37? Wow. You know I like him more in S2, he irritated me a bit in S1 with all that drug addiction stuff. Actually I liked everyone more in S2, Carly included. I felt like they were more likable?
So I finished Handmaid’s and I have… thoughts. Serena I still hate, especially after that stunt she pulled with showing June her daughter but not letting her out of the car. Cruel! I was hoping that at least one of the worst three- Serena, Fred or Lydia- would die, but none of them did, so boo. You know it’s so unremittingly bleak that a little payback would have been cathartic? But no June is taken at the end and that’s it? Argh. Although is Nick saving her? He did tell her to just go. And I thought I was going to like Lydia a little more, but then she promised June there would be retaliation after June stood up for Janine, so I was mad at her too. 🙂 Speaking of Janine, I feel so bad for her. And the Jezebel club? That is so bad because here they espouse this Biblical society (a twisted version) and women lose everything, but then the men all go to this club and it’s like nothing has changed. Serena and the women should rise up and just kill all the men because what have they accomplished? Zippo.
I loved the Luke flashbacks too. All that running away through the wilderness stuff was great. And yeah even though I liked June I did feel kinda bad for Luke’s previous wife? Since she told him to leave his wife and he was like okay. I kinda hated how they had like no regard for her at all? Which got me thinking at times I don’t like ANYONE on this show ha ha??
Check THIS out. http://nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2018/01/michael-wolff-fire-and-fury-book-donald-trump.html It might piss you off though. And even if it’s not all true I imagine a good chunk of it is. Did he really not WANT to win? Hey join the club pal lol. Although you know Hillary is clearly unsuited for the presidency because, you know, those emails. *rolls eyes* But Bannon and Trump are now fighting, so that should be entertaining!
I’m sorry to hear that about your son, and I apologize if I seemed flippant about the Zoran thing. I hope I didn’t offend. 🙁 If it’s the first time it’s appeared that would make you wonder! I think you’re right about it doesn’t take much- I heard somewhere that just a tiny change in a chromosome or whatever can cause a mutation and therefore some kind of problem. And Zoran did seem happy- I’m glad they portrayed that rather than just going with oh look something happened and he’s sick/miserable/ whatever. Another positive thing they did on this show.
I bet it was the same show actually about the end of humans! It sounds really familiar.
Nice to see that Jason is so irritated too. And that exchange was awesome! I did NOT see that- thanx for sharing!
Lol yes prepping might not be such a bad idea either. Although I think Canada would be better. Their society seems more… inclusive? Less fucked up about guns and all that stuff? Oh and did you notice the guy who screened Moira when she reached Canada was briefly on Orphan Black? He was one of Rachel’s flunkies in the last season I think it was? Anyway yeah hopefully Ottawa or Toronto are nice because yeah otherwise it might just be cold and a bit boring up there? I mean Michigan gets frickin cold enough, I have no idea what Ontarions do!
Thanks! I will definitely check it out, but ooh it’s disturbing? Now I’m gonna hit Goodreads and check it out so I know what to expect. 🙂 And yes there are some authors who are like, way beyond the normal level of competence, seems like. Most books are more or less “good”, you know depending on taste, but I do firmly believe some authors are just SO talented they’re at a next level. So now you have me VERY intrigued.
I think I actually get more excited for them as the season goes on, because the stakes are always higher in the actual show? I think also since it’s only 13 weeks, it isn’t *too* bad. Aw thanks!! 😀 And no worries, I never plan to stop hahah. Even though they seem to get more time consuming every week. I also tell myself I am going to calm down a bit with the GIFs but…. I probably won’t. I feel like I could probably have some snarky fun with Riverdale, but eh. I don’t think I could care enough to keep it up week-to-week.
HA I honestly don’t care if they just stab Jeff, but it seems like a waste of a body with some power on the police force? But however he needs to die is fine by me! Even though he’s obviously still alive. I am SO confused about Carly and Mac, because like- she was basically about to burn in that plane crash to get him out, they have been together in this time obviously, and then… it’s just GONE!? Why?! I thought it would be a major plot too, or even if it was more minor, that’s kind of a big issue to just drop! The Marcy-David thing broke my heart. And I am MAD at NewGrace for overwriting her without her consent. And I am mad at the Director for taking OldGrace. I do, however, adore the old man in the farmhouse, he made me chuckle several times.
EW good point about Trevor’s HS girlfriend. And good point about him being super old, too. Like- he isn’t just 30 like IRL, he’s like 130 or whatever. It does make sense that he’d have more in common with Grace than with his high school kleptomaniacal floozy. (Is that wrong of me? I do not like her.) I like Phillip now, so I imagine I’ll like him even more in S2 also. I think he’s actually my favorite. Him or Trevor, they both just seem so… full of heart? Carly is a badass, which I like, but I think it makes it a bit harder for me to relate to her. I also am not understand this issue with the baby. Like the baby is always just an inconvenience to her it seems, and it almost seems like her ego is driving her want to keep the kid more than any actual feelings for the baby. She holds it like it’s going to bite her! (Which incidentally is kind of how I hold babies, they’re scary, especially if they are someone else’s, because can you imagine how pissed someone would be if you broke their baby!?!)
You FINISHED IT!? How!? Goodness, your binge abilities are impressive. OH that is the worst thing that Serena has ever done. And she has done a LOT of bad shit. I wanted June to run her over with the car, Rory-style. I *think* Nick did save her? It was kind of not 100% clear, but that was how it seemed to me, too. I did like though how much Lydia cared for Janine. That pulled at my heartstrings. And then she even sat with her in the hospital and such. And here’s my take on Lydia, which is part speculation so I am not even sure I’m right, but- I feel like unlike Serena, Lydia isn’t like, protected by anyone in this society? Like, does Lydia want to be doing her job? She VERY often seems like she is doing it under duress, and I wonder if we’ll find out more of her backstory, too. I just feel like there’s way more to Lydia than meets the eye- and she *does* treat the handmaids like they’re special, just in an often messed up way? She definitely cares for them, whatever her situation. And I have a feeling it will come up more later. YEP that is exactly what the Jezebel signified to me too. The men just wanted all the control. It’s so Trumpian it’s scary. It’s literally just some shitty white dudes who decided that women were showing them up. So instead of working harder or whatever, they just decided to be pieces of shit. I would have to kill the men, I think. Or die trying.
YEP Luke’s wife, that must have hurt. I hope they show that it was a crappy marriage, or on the brink of divorce or something so we can feel a little better about those two ? I am not even mad at June as much as Luke, because like- Luke was the one who’d made a commitment and clearly broke it before he ended the marriage. He should have been like “hold that thought June, be right back!”, dashed off, ended it, and they could have been back in the hotel by the weekend! I think that showing that WAS so that we know that no one is wholly likable maybe? I really can’t think of any other reason.
Okay first of all, when I open the link, it’s such a frightening picture of his ugly face I cannot handle it ? I have always believed that Trump didn’t want to win. I figured he wanted to ride the fame for as long as he could, throw himself into the media whenever Hillary did something that the right didn’t like, etc. Basically, guaranteeing himself relevancy as long as she was in office. He didn’t want a JOB out of it, certainly not THIS job. But of course, he is too damn narcissistic to ever admit that, which is why he now pretends he is some kind of leader, when we all know the truth. I also have wondered if he is acting so outlandish because he wants to be forced to leave, since his ego can’t let him step down. I look forward to some point, in the future (if we have one ha) where he’s dead and we can finally get ALL the dirt. Because it WILL all come out, it’s just a matter of time. And with him fighting with those in his inner circle… that could happen sooner than later, especially with a wild card like Bannon, who doesn’t seem to care all that much about loyalty (or anything else non-awful).
Oh my goodness, no, you’re fine! I think I actually WANT people to be flippant about it, in a sense? Like- with Zoran, he was not his facial defect, just like Emori isn’t her hand, etc etc. And I want it to be a non-issue for Sammy, too. Just like, it’s one part of him, but doesn’t define him. It DOES suck that his kids (if he has any) will all have a 50-50 chance of inheriting it though. It’s weird because a girl I went to high school with had a little girl two weeks after Sam was born, and she had a cleft too- also totally random, no family history. Hers wasn’t a genetic syndrome, but it DOES make me wonder, like- is this kind of thing happening more often? Who knows- because you’re right, it could be ANY small thing- or just… wholly random. And yes, the show DID handle that sort of thing very well- I hope to see more of it, actually. My favorite line is Jaha and Emori in the City of Light: “Emori, you know you can correct your defects.” “I would if I had any.” 😀
Look, Shawn Mendes survived Praimfaya after all! https://twitter.com/The100S5/status/949015941085614080
Bwhaha probably not really, but that would be a trip. I have to wonder who in this group is musically inclined, exactly? Maybe Kane and Jackson started a Bunker Band or something ?
HA yes I feel like Canada IS better. I mean, everywhere is, of course, but at least in Canada you could still live a life comparable to the one you’re leaving behind. You know, without the guns and nazis and such. Though would we be far enough away from the nukes? Idk. YES I knew that guy looked familiar, but I wasn’t able to place him! Like Toronto is nice enough but… not adequate to make up for the cold and having to learn the metric system, basically ?
Oh VERY disturbing. Neal Shusterman is the KING of disturbing! But there’s also like, happier moments and funnier moments and such, but his stuff is DARK. And YES- that is exactly what I mean! Like, of course most authors are good writers but… If I worked hard, I could be at their level? But some have that extra something special where it’s like “nope, I could write until my fingers fell off and I would never be like THAT”- just something undefinable, I think. And super rare!
Oh I hope you don’t stop with the GIF’s cause they’re half the fun. Although I love your analysis too. You just make em fun to read. It’s always nice when you read someone else’s recap and discover something you didn’t catch or whatever. And Riverdale is crying out for some good- natured mockery, oh my gosh- that show. Speaking of- isn’t it back next week??
The old guy in the farmhouse was great. Sounds like you’re almost to the end ? And yes Grace overwriting Marcy was awful. That comes up a lot in S2 actually. And I always get skeeved out when Trevor’s GF shows up and is like hey baby- I’m like no he’s wayyy older than you! To his credit he seems to resist, um, woo-hoo’ing, but still… and she is a floozy, clearly. I felt the same way about Carly, actually, I didn’t really connect with her, and I also felt like the baby was like just, IDK, not really a priority but at the same time she wanted to keep it just… because? I do feel a lot better about her in S2 though, although again who watches that kid when she’s on her missions is beyond me. Like there’s one time in S2 when Jeff stays home to watch the kid, but all the other times??
I did! Am I good or what? lol actually it’s that I spend WAY too much time binging Netflix! But I got into it and watched three episodes last night to finish up! Gah. I read somewhere that the show ends right where the book does- with her being taken away- so in the book I guess that’s where the story stops? I was just wondering if the Nick thing is in the book too- like whether he’s helping her or they’re taking her away to kill her. Have you read it? Also I was kinda touched by Lydia’s feelings for Janine too, but then I kept remembering how they took her eye. I’m not sure if that was Lydia specifically, but she was going to stone her too, so… yeah. I’m conflicted on Lydia. 🙂 And she’s a little happy with that stun prod lol. BUT… you may be right, that she’s doing it to survive. I mean if she rebels they’ll just off her and get another Lydia, right? I would love if thy went with that angle, rather than just having her be a bitch for no reason. And the men… good grief. It’s so ridiculously patriarchal and over the top- they just one day take over and everyone rolls over. Even with Trump I feel like if something like that happened it would be more like they would just do a police state almost like what we’re seeing now- you know border walls and deporting people and attacking the media, making up fake news. Although I know this is an adaptation and the central thing is the infertility thing, so I guess that’s where the religious element comes in. Either way it’s fucked up ha ha.
I agree. Real people do effed up things sometimes and clearly that applies to Luke and June. I would like to see some clarity on that as well. It’s hard to like almost anyone on this show, and I think it’s cool the way they went that route. Again I have no idea about the book, if any of that is in there, but by doing it they made even the protags kinda questionable.
I totally agree. His ego prevents him from saying I made a mistake I don’t belong here, I’m handing the keys to Pence (which in itself is somewhat horrifying) but meanwhile the country suffers. Sigh. I actually thought there was a good chance he wouldn’t make it through 2017, due to impeachment or whatevs, so the fact that we’re here is surprising to me. And depressing.
Oh good, I didn’t want to offend. Like going back and reading my comment, I was like- was I being a jerk about Zoran?? But yes they handled it well, and you’re right- that Emori comment was priceless. They didn’t have to throw that in there but they did, and the other thing is Emori- the way she plays her- I never even think about her hand because she just lives like everyone else, and it’s no big deal. So even though took a lot of heat for LExa and all that, they are doing forward thinking things on this show, and I’m not sure they get enough credit for it. I do think sometimes too that things are on the rise- they were saying that autism was way up but then they say it’s just more accurate diagnosing so is it REALLY up or we’re just better at catching it or diagnosing it the right way? – but I’ve read about endocrine disruptors and stuff like that are in the environment and it’s scary. Who knows how we’re being affected by all the chemicals out there? Or whatever it is? I can only imagine what effects Chernobyl had, or the Japanese reactor thing a few years ago.
Lol what are they doing with frickin drums?? Especially if that’s Clarke’s camp? These pics are really making me wonder where S5 is going… 🙂 Someone in that thread I think mentioned Bellamy playing a guitar around the campfire and I am down for that. Bell, Clarke and Madi… aww.
Metric system- so true. That just dulled my enthusiasm right there. And I have not been to Toronto so I don’t know from experience… but the idea of winter being WORSE than it is here definitely gives me pause. I mean I feel like I’m snowpocalypsed out??
I want to try new authors and expand my reading comfort zone a bit in 2018, so maybe Shusterman is a good choice? And I can go dark as long as it’s not gross horror stuff, which I tend not to like, but it sounds like Shusterman’s not like that. More like dark dystopian? Maybe? I’ll definitely try it though, I just looked up his Unwound series and it sounds…chilling and very good.
Oh goodness no, I’d never STOP making GIFs! It took so long to learn, it would be a huge waste hah. No, I just want to be a little more… selective perhaps on which scenes I make- like, maybe only make 30 or so instead of 70 per episode? And I agree, it IS fun to read someone else’s analysis of it- I always wonder if people have the same thoughts as I do, or noticed something I didn’t, etc. Speaking of Riverdale, did you see that they cast Sabrina? https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/kiernan-shipka-star-as-sabrina-netflix-riverdale-spinoff-1072044 And no, sadly, it isn’t back until the 17th, ugh. I was hoping it was next week too, but alas.
YEP finished S1 last night! I basically have NO freaking idea what is happening! Like- I get that they basically fucked up the future so bad that there’s a faction against the Director, who I might start calling ALIE now that I know is an AI, but I digress. And I find it so ironic that in sending people back, the Director literally created its own enemies. Is the Director now in the body of the old guy? I assume I will find out tonight. I cannot believe that MacLaren had that “talk” with Carly, I wanted to hit him so hard. Like now that he has Kat, he throws her to the side?! What an ASS! Seriously, Carly confuses me- especially when Jeff killed that Traveler kid, and she ran away. I know Jeff sucks, but come ON. And then the kid, yeah, she seems to not even WANT to be around him, but then gets pissy if anyone says so! I did kind of love Carly pointing the gun at MacLaren too, I feel like he deserved it 😀
WOW and those are kind of long episodes- longer than a typical show on a network, anyway! DAMN, that is how the book ends?! I haven’t read it- I keep saying I will (actually, I said I was going to before I watched the show but then gave up hah) but I just haven’t gotten around to it. I agree, I am conflicted about Lydia of course too (the eye thing is AWFUL- like that has to be the worst punishment ever, probably even worse than Rory’s, because at least Rory was unconscious? Idk, the eye thing freaks me out.) but I think she’s like- very replaceable? The Handmaids have a certain protection, at least, their lives, because they can reproduce. But I assume they could just as easily drudge up another Lydia if they don’t like the current one. So she probably has to play it very carefully.
I agree about the men being abhorrent. I do kind of wonder what would happen. Like you said, it would probably be different because of the infertility, but I could see the whole women not owning property, having jobs, etc. The thing is- people are often too scared to fight. And I think scarily, we see that in Trumpmerica? Like- if someone had asked you even a year ago what the country would do if he pulled some of the shit he has pulled (threatening nuclear war over Twitter, not sending funds to Puerto Rico, blatantly lying, there are just too many to choose from ha), I know I’d have said that there would be some kind of revolt, people wouldn’t stand for it, etc. But… it’s frightening to see that even the upper echelons of government stand by nervously. Do nothing. And it somehow becomes our new “normal”. Like- now him yelling at people is literally no big deal in the news. So I think it’s really easy to see how it could get to that point, and by the time it has, the civilian population is outgunned, out-manned (this is from Hamilton, but that’s okay).
Oooh yeah, I wonder if the June-Luke relationship happening that way was a thing in the books! I mean, clearly there are changes, since the show has it set in our current time, seemingly, and the book is over 30 years old, but still. Cheating was certainly a thing in the 80s ?I agree though, I really hope we see more about it. Kinda feel bad for Luke’s ex, he didn’t even check to see if she was alive. Oopsie?
I think a LOT of us thought he wouldn’t make it through 2017. The fact that he has is terrifying. Which goes into what I said above- it’s become normal, and it should never BE normal. Pence is scary. I don’t even know at this point, which would be worse. And we’d suffer either way, I suppose. I still don’t know if there IS a way to come back from this, or is THIS how our empire falls? I feel more and more as though it’s the latter, sadly. And I also feel more and more like we (the collective we, not us specifically because we aren’t the asshats who voted for him) deserve it. Do we deserve to be the global leader? Nope, not if this is who we choose to lead us.
Nooooo, goodness, definitely no offense at all! I know people can get really… sensitive about shit like that, but I am not one of those people. Nor is Sammy hah. If anything, I just want MORE Zorans and Emoris so that it is seen as no biggie. Because YES- you don’t even think about it with Emori. She’s just herself, and it’s such a small part of her, it doesn’t define her at all. There’s this guy on The Challenge (guilty pleasure hahah) who has only two fingers, and last season, he beat all the full-handed guys and won $500k. And there was mountain climbing and shit on the final challenge! But he just made it such a complete non-issue, which is awesome, and it reminded me of Emori! GAH, you are so right about them not getting enough credit! The Lexa thing wasn’t even their FAULT. I mean, they could have done it differently, but it wouldn’t have felt authentic to the show. They have such a diverse cast, and diverse storylines, and it pains me that they never get anything but hate.
I think it’s probably a bit of both in regards to the diagnoses and the actual rates of incidents. I mean, especially with stuff like autism where there isn’t a cut-and-dry diagnostic process, certainly the accuracy makes a huge difference. I wonder a lot about the chemical stuff too. Our environment has changed so much in such a short time, there’s basically no way it wouldn’t be somewhat disruptive to our bodies. I wish we could see into the future sometimes, and know what will happen. OH yes, that stuff like Chernobyl, that has to be bad. OH wow you know what is creepy? I was looking up stuff on Chernobyl, and they talk about some of the same shit from The 100, like ARS and such. Goodness, a lot of kids have died of Thyroid Cancer since then. That is horrible. They should bring some kind of weird sickness into The 100 ?
I am very much here for Bellamy serenading Clarke. And then Madi can go to her own tent so that Bellamy and Clarke can… reconnect.
HA right? I don’t need to learn how many centimeters tall I am or whatever. Hard pass. I have been to Toronto, and I mean, it’s fine? I don’t need to go back? And seriously, I am trying to get myself a one-way plane ticket to some island right about now. I am so DONE with the snow and the ice and the downright freezing ass temperatures. The high tomorrow is supposed to be 6, the low -6, and I am just like… okay done, no more, where’s spring?
YESSS he is a great choice! It’s definitely not horror-gross stuff. It can be disturbing, but more in a mental way. Definitely more dystopian/sci-fi. Well, Unwind is more dystopian, and Scythe is more sci-fi/future, and they’re both disturbing and fabulous. OH! Speaking of branching out and reading new authors, I finished Alex + Ada last night! I was just going to read Vol 2 but I got so into it that I needed to know how it ended! And okay, I loved it. I read the reviews on Goodreads, and I know a lot of people were miffed that the end was too “easy” but honestly, after all the went through, I didn’t even care because I wanted them to get some kind of happiness. I mean, dude spent 25 years in prison for her, so yeah. And I had a feeling that the bitchy girl who liked him was behind it! Talk about being the worst “friend” ever. I loved the message too, and I feel like I was completely #TeamRobot by the end, so there’s that!
She looks like a good Sabrina. And it sounds like from that article they’re not afraid to go a little dark with it? And it’s getting two seasons right off the bat! cha-ching! I’m down for this. Bummer about the 17th though- I’m getting Riverdale withdrawal??
I couldn’t remember when they revealed that the Director was an AI so I didn’t want to say much, but… yeah. And TBH I forgot they had that talk, so I guess they did address their relationship at the end of S1? This is why I need to rewatch, because I forget things. *sigh* But I did like how no one really knew what the fuck was happening- some of them were supposed to axe the thingamajob in the barn, others were supposed to take out MacLaren. It’s like who’s in charge???
Oops I spoiled again, yikes, but yeah I thought I saw on someone’s blog that the show ends right where the book does? The eye thing freaks me out too. And that is very true- the tweets, the Puerto Rico thing (why does no one seem to care???)- you’re absolutely right. He’s normalized so many terrible things, maybe it WOULDN”T take much for the unthinkable to happen. Scary thought…
I hadn’t thought about Luke’s ex, but yeah seems like he would care a bit. they were married after all. Wonder if that will come up. They better not have him and Moira get together. Ugh. I need some kind of happy ending at the end of all this lol, it’s so bleak. Rory needs to get some revenge too, naturally.
So true. People have seen that this is tolerated, so how do we go back? I feel like with FOX News and conservative media continuing to lie, all these Trump voters are gonna continue to believe in an alternate reality. I guess the conspiracy theories and weirdness on places like 4chan are getting worse and worse…
Wow that’s pretty awesome about The Challenge! I’ve never seen the show I’ll have to check it out. And yes sometimes the people bitching about LExa want more, and it’s like waitaminnit, let’s give em credit for what they ARE doing. Alycia was leaving, so what did they want them to do? Just have her disappear? They acted like The 100 dropped the ball on that so much, and I just don’t see it.
I can’t even imagine what Chernobyl and shit like that did to people. Or the Japan nuclear meltdown with radiation going into the PAcific. That’s lovely! I saw a book a while back somewhere about Chernobly with a horror take and it looked creepy AF, I wish I could remember it… and Praimfaya wouldn’t JUST be fire right, wouldn’t the radiation affect things and cause all kinds of sickness, even after 6 years? Even Nightbloods can’t be immune to everything, can they? Or else Becca really had her shit together. 🙂
I hear you, the tropics sound good right now? We still have a ton of snow and our low is -5, although it’s supposed to get back in the 20’s or 30’s next week. Oh joy! I need some balmy sea breezes. I feel like I’ve hit my annual winter allotment at this point and it’s only early January. Not good.
Ooh I’m glad you liked Alex and Ada! I was pissed he spent 25!!! years in prison- I was like seriously??- but thankfully Ada was still in there and they got their HEA. But yeah not what I was expecting! I didn’t think it was EASY at all. And yeah that girl… man that would suck. Talk about betrayal. But I loved the series all in all. One of my favorite parts was the scene where the friends come over to meet Ada, and they want to help, and one of them offers to give her clothes, but when she tells them her measurements they’re like “of course” and “never mind”. That cracked me up… I liked the humor. 🙂
Yes, but since it is on Netflix, you will binge each season within a two-day span, and then will have a year to wait ? But yeah, it does sound interesting, I will definitely give it a try! And I am bummed that there isn’t a new one this week too, especially since I will probably have finished Travelers by then!
I am still a wee bit confused by the whole thing. I was excited to see Kellogg, but I also have no idea what he is doing? And now someone has taken him over? He looks older, but in an appealing way haha. I look forward to whatever his new personality is. Speaking of new personalities Grace 2.0 is the BEST. I was so sad when the nice one was gone, but this one is freaking hilarious. Her calling out Trevor’s gross little girlfriend made my day ? And YES- half the team wants the machine gone, half doesn’t, some people want MacLaren dead… I still have no freaking clue! I am VERY curious about the FIRST damn Traveler though! He is all sorts of crazy , as I supposed anyone would be. I couldn’t believe they went there with the 9/11 thing though, DAMN. OH! My favorite moment was when Phillip and the random new girl were walking out of the NA meeting… right down the steps where Lexa saved Clarke’s life in the City of Light ???
I had read some mixed things about the book, actually, so I am not wholly shocked. Honestly, I think I am glad I know this, because I don’t think I’ll read it if the ending is *that* open. I am SO glad that the show is giving us another season. Does the author work with the show? I should look that up. (Also had to look up if she was, in fact, still alive, oops ?) And yeah, I mean, even if the relationship with Luke’s ex ended horribly (and I assume it did!) you’d think he’d still wonder if she was dead or alive for goodness sake! I *thought* Moira was gay? I could be wrong, but I swore they mentioned it at the very beginning? I too would be very salty if that was a thing. Though, now June and Nick are having a baby, so that’s nice and weird. And it wasn’t even a forced baby, it was a consensual baby (well, maybe not the baby itself, but you know what I mean hah). There better be a hopeful ending- and Rory better get to castrate someone.
Like, I wish there was something I could DO to help the Puerto Ricans? Since no one with actual power will? I seriously don’t understand why the country at large is so damn blase about it. And I think at this point, the normalization by the NON-Republicans is even worse. Because we all knew the GOP wouldn’t stop this nonsense, since they created it. But what the hell is OUR party doing exactly? NOTHING. Just… nothing. Like, calling me every night begging for money, sending incessant emails to sign petitions? Yeah, that isn’t working.
I have been watching The Challenge for an embarrassingly long amount of time. Like, it started I think in 1998? The best part is that some of the OGs are still on it ? I mean, it’s a reality show so it can be trashy, but I love the challenges, because they can be inspiring too. Like- I am NOT a reality TV fan, but I love this show. Enough to watch it for decades, apparently. UGH yes, I agree with you in regards to Lexa. Maybe they fucked Lincoln/Ricky up somehow (I still wish I knew that whole story) but NOT Alycia/Lexa. It was KNOWN that she wasn’t going to be on forever when she first started! This wasn’t a secret, people!
Chernobyl always freaked me out. I mean I don’t remember when it actually happened, but it was still in the news from time to time as I got older, and it was scary! Especially since there was always talk of kids affected. Good call on the Japan thing, I hadn’t even thought of the ocean angle, but you are definitely right. Luna’s rig is not safe anymore hah. And yeah- I think there WOULD be sickness still, even after 5 years, because it literally seeped everywhere. I guess maybe it would be stuff that they could handle? Maybe bodies could metabolize it by then? Not to say there wouldn’t be repercussions, but it wouldn’t outright kill someone, anyway. That is a good point about the nightblood- I don’t think it could, because Clarke and Luna even got really sick, so it’s not a complete cure, and I suppose it wouldn’t make them immune to long-term effects either? I feel like they almost HAVE to address it, but it would also be boring to watch like, Indra die of thyroid cancer or whatever, so who knows how they’ll do it. (Also, that sounds awful- “it’d be boring”, what kind of asshole says that!? ?)
Same, why does 20 sound AWESOME? It should never sound awesome! But yet, here we are. I think it’s going to actually be ::gasp:: above freezing next week. And everything is so GRIMY! My white car is now my brown car, and I am over that too. Islands. Very tropical islands are the only course of action. Maybe southern California.
Oh I agree, that sentence was bullshit! I suppose they were “making an example” of him but STILL. I was so happy Ada was okay, I was seriously afraid he was going to get out, and see that there was change, but Ada would be dead, and it would be like, bittersweet and I was NOT here for that. OR that she’d have to reboot from scratch and have no memory of their time together. That would have pissed me off too. But I loved the ending! I really loved the second two the best- I mean, I gave the 3rd one 5 stars (and will probably give the second one 5 too), and you know how rare that is these days! I liked the humor too, and the friendships. It all felt very relatable even though I don’t personally have any funny robot friends 😀
Right? I’m gonna binge the shit out of that thing lol! Two days at the MOST! Ha ha no I’ll take it a LITTLE slower, maybe, but not much. 🙂
It was nice to see Kellogg again. 🙂 Of all those Continuum alumni I think he was the one that delighted me the most, just to see him in another time travel story! How far are you in S2? Because he doesn’t show up a lot, but more towards the end of the season. I was really intrigued with him and Walt being taken over by Faction people, but then they got overwritten so Kellogg is now a good guy? Grace 2.0 might seriously be the best thing about S2- she’s definitely the funniest. I loved that scene with her in the hospital. 🙂
Vincent (the first Traveler) is such an enigma! I’ve seen some debate on the boards about what his deal is- good guy, bad guy, both?- but it seems pretty obvious by mid or late S2 what he is. And yeah the 9/11 thing kinda surprised me too. And are you serious? I totally did NOT catch that. Wow!
I’m not reading it. It’s so bleak and I feel like I get the gist from the show? And for some reason I got the impression it was quite an older book, so I assumed the author was dead too, but I don’t really know! You might be right about Moira, I missed that. And June and Nick *sigh* talk about complicating things. I don’t know where they’ll go with that, but if they end up together that would irk me. I just wanna see her get back to Luke, FFS. Although the kid… again, complicated. 🙁 And yes I want Rory to basically go on a rampage.
I’m shocked by Puerto Rico. Aren’t they like still without power? The media hardly even covers it. If it was a “state” it would be different, but because it’s Puerto Rico… not a white state?- there’s like no urgency. Doesn’t say much for us as a country.
The Japan thing is freaky because you hear reports of like shit washing up on the west coast- basically all the way across the ocean- so that’s fucked up. And while they say oh the radiation’s not tHAT bad I’m like really? Because we have so much experience with THAT. I find it hard to believe the whole ecosystem in that area wasn’t affected. What are the people on the rig supposed to do?? Not eat fish? Oh wait they’re all gone O.o
You’re right though, who wants to see the 100 catch cancer? Bo- ringg!! Weird creatures and mutants and yes cannibalism are so much more entertaining. Speaking of which, did you see that thing on Twitter about the trailer dropping soon? I thought I saw that it was a prank? If so that’s just not funny. 🙁
Yup. Give me an island. I saw a picture of Key West on TV today and I was like stop!! Have you ever been to the Caribbean? I feel like I need to move that up higher on my list of priorities in life, clearly.
Yay for 5 stars! I think #3 was my least favorite because that 25 prison sentence pissed me off to no end- I was like seriously?? And I thought they got caught too easy, I wanted more of a flight. Them against the world. But I will say the HEA made up for it, because yes I would have been pissed too if she had been gone or back to being robotic or whatever. That would not have flown with me! So it ended well. I personally want one of those floating robot things?
WELL. Do you want the good news, or the bad news? I always start with the bad news, to get it out of the way. The very bad, awful, no good news is… we don’t get S5 til April. Twenty. Fourth. Yeah 4/24, what am I supposed to do until then!? I held out hope for March. I did not expect basically May. ALSO they said there will be no trailer til March. Because they hate us and want to watch us suffer, I presume? Now, the good news- “Mark Pedowitz, the president of The CW, says that he is confident and hopeful that The 100 will be renewed for season six.” So… UGH, I guess if we get a S6 for real, I can live with this bullshit? We won’t know about renewal til May though, apparently. But GAH it’s practically going to be SUMMER, how are we supposed to deal!?!
I figure if it’s a 22-episode season like Riverdale, you probably can’t binge in 2 days. It may take 3, or even 4 😉
UGH I am still on episode 2, because my stupid internet was down last night. I was so mad too because had I not waited for it to come back (in vain, of course) I could have watched one of the movies instead! BUT I was really itching to continue Travelers. So that worked out well. I ended up watching old Friends reruns on Nick at Nite ? Oh YES that’s right Walt was taken over too, that made me really sad. And it seemed a bit interesting that they used the potential explosion of the building as an excuse, because Travelers were the ones who caused it! Grace 2.0 is HILARIOUS. Especially when you watch it all in one go, because the first Grace was so damn sweet, and oh, when Grace 2.0 tried to “counsel” the high school girl? It was perfection.
Oooh I like that Vincent is ambiguous at first! I felt the same even from just one episode, like I didn’t really know if he could be trusted. Seems like he doesn’t love the “mission”, I guess? And maybe after all he has seen… Idk. I am glad I’ll know more about him before I am done! And YEP- I wish I could find a clip of it but it’s such a stupid moment, I am just so damn die-hard about The 100 that of course I noticed it ha. Plus, when all these shows film in the same cities, it’s kind of hard for locations not to overlap I guess.
I don’t think I am going to read it either, honestly. Especially because in this case, the show might be more pertinent, considering the book IS older. It was written in 1985, and Margaret Atwood IS still very alive hah. I am so confused about what I want to happen with the show. Because I assumed Luke was dead (like June!) I was kind of liking her and Nick, but now… UGH. And of course now she has kids with both dudes, talk about complicated. I just want the daughter to be rescued by someone, soon. Then June can figure out her love life later. Though it does seem like she would choose Luke, certainly. I kind of feel a little bad for Nick though, I guess? OH and I just googled Moira’s situation, and she IS a lesbian, interestingly in both the show AND the book. Hm, this does admittedly make me curious about the book!
YEP they still have (in most areas) no power, no water. The hell? Like how can anyone just let that slide!? And you’re right, it is because they aren’t a regular “state” and because they aren’t majority white. It’s disgusting. Like these are human beings who are suffering, how does no one care!? It’s kind of like how rich white kids who go missing get like, a million times the coverage of any other kids. Such bullshit. Every so often, I understand ALIE’s decision for Praimfaya. Why are humans so awful!?
Wow, that IS creepy about Japan! And yeah, I don’t believe them either- about anything really, but definitely about the radiation. Because it’s like, why would they tell us even if it WAS a problem. Nothing to be done anyway. Do you ever think about all the stuff they probably hide from the general public? Like I bet it’s way more than we think. And I think with radiation, SO much of the damage is long term, so they get all cocky like “oh, it’s not bad!” and maybe it isn’t killing people NOW, but it will disrupt shit for centuries.
OH yeah I got excited for a second and then realized it was a prank, too. Why are people awful? See, another example of people being shitty, albeit on a much smaller level than Puerto Rico hah. I really hope the weird creatures are back- or new weird stuff, I am not picky.
I have only ever been to the Bahamas once on a Disney cruise hah. I would LOVE to go- I think the islands would be so, so fun, because they all have such a unique culture. It should definitely be a high life priority, because as far as trips go, it isn’t *too* horribly expensive. I’m picturing being there now, and ahhhhh it would be amazing. Warmth (and not *too* hot either, which is the best part!) and the beach to play at, and fun little shops, and food, and beachy drinks… It would be heaven, basically.
Oooh I loved 3! 2 was probably my favorite, but I loved them both. I actually liked that they got caught easily (weird, I know) because she got away the first time, what were the chances that she could do it again? I think had it been a longer series though, they could have made the escape a bit longer- I DO like the “them against the world” idea, I would have been very happy to see more of that! And while the 25 years thing SUCKED, I did like that he was so damn willing to go to prison for her, willing to do basically anything. Talk about romance! OH yes I think a floating robot would be amazing! I want to send it to get me coffee! Robots would make life so much easier- no annoying chores, just have a robot do it!
What? Are they nuts? Wow that’s a ways out- although to be honest I was afraid it was going to be even worse. Still, that’s three more months. What is their damage? And they might as well not even bother w/ a trailer lol, by the time it comes out the fucking show will be just about here. Still… the S6 news helps a little, I guess *grumble grumble*. But at least we know now…
Right? 4 days max. 🙂
Aw internet outages are the WORST. Like if my internet goes down I’m like momentarily paralyzed- like what do I do now? But hey at least you got to watch some Friends… I was a little bummed about Walt at first too, I didn’t really want them being enemies… and yup Grace is the absolute best. She must have had a blast playing that role. I feel like she is the quintessential guidance counselor for our times?
I’ll be curious to see what you think of Vincent by mid- season. He seems to be anti- Director but then he stands down a bit when the Director tries to get him and Mac from killing each other, so it’s a little confusing. And there are some surprises coming up in his storyline!
That story is so fucked up I don’t know WHAT I want to happen, so I’m with you on that. Just kill all the frickin Gilead people you know and start over? Yeesh. And the daughter SO needs to be rescued, like yesterday. But then all those kids do. Who’s raising them, I wonder? Are they all kept in that building (would there be too many?) or are they farmed out to new parents? That would be the absolute worst, to know you had to behave because they had your kid, and not be able to do anything. It’s a wonder more of the Handmaid’s don’t snap, frankly. We need more Rory action! 🙂 Oh and did you see Elizabeth Moss won for Handmaid’s Tale at the Golden Globes tonight? I only saw part of it but I did see win. Handmaid’s seems to be getting some recognition. I was glad to see Big Little Lies do okay also…
I think the media is so fixated on Trump they can’t cover everything? And his tweets and buffoonery get all the attention? Remember all the shit George W Bush got (rightly so) for Hurricane KAtrina? Why isn’t Trump getting roasted over Puerto Rico? It’s so fucking dumb and unbelievable.
See clearly you are more well- traveled than me. 🙂 I haven’t been to the Caribbean. YET. I say yet because one way or another… ha I need some white sand and balmy waves. Or breezes or whatever. And seafood out of some dumpy crab shack place on the beach lol. As I look out my window and see mounds of snow… 🙁 And give me all the umbrella drinks.
Yeah I was surprised they were caught so fast, I was expecting their flight to be a little more exciting, but realistically how would they really get away? I would have liked it to last a little longer, maybe one more volume would have been perfect? But then again it did end well, so maybe it was just right. Either way I’m glad you liked it. I was digging around on my blog and found a bunch of old graphic novel reviews I did in the past that I had totally forgotten about, so I have to clean those up and update my archives. Plus I got ComiXology a few months ago but haven’t used it much, and I should because I could really get some GN’s read that way (and it’ll make me look like I’m reading more ha). And I would totally take a robot servant! Not like a person, but the floating guy- yeah. Although I’m not sure about stuff like the shower controls- how he dictated the temp and all that. I can’t keep track of all that! I just want to turn the shit on! But a smart house as a general idea- kinda cool.
It’ll be interesting to see what you think of Ex Machina’s take vs Alex and Ada. Ex Machina gets a little freaky. 🙂
I am MAD. I mean, you are right, it definitely could have been worse, but the more I think about it, the madder I get I think, because that’s practically summer. And I agree about the trailer- I have a very big hunch that Jason is going to have leaked it (or at the very least, as much of it as humanly possible without flat out leaking it) before then. You can tell he is so salty about this! I guess the time slot is apparently really good though? Thursdays at 9 after The Flash? Jason and the writers were super excited about that, so… maybe that’s something. OH and did you see the new poster?! https://twitter.com/cwthe100/status/950454949095227392 Least there’s *something*, I guess.
Right, what is one supposed to do without internet?! I know you have had it WAY worse, for days on end, but it’s really never any fun. It makes me chuckle because seriously, remember when it wasn’t a “thing”? And somehow we survived? And yet… here we are. It was such a long 12 hours ? And my mobile data was scarily low, too. I kept turning it on for just a few minutes at a time so I didn’t feel disconnected from global events hah. Such first world problems, I suppose. I do NOT like that bitch who got Phillip hooked on future drugs, by the way. I don’t like how she weaseled her way into his bed (and therein, the team’s headquarters) OR how she has him squirting those damn drops every two seconds, OR how she did all her shady business on Clexa’s steps. No respect for the fake dead, I tell you. I am glad Marcy hates her. Marcy is right. EXCEPT I am also pissed at Marcy. And David, for that matter. WHY is David back with some ex who eats cotton balls!? Look, exes are exes for a REASON, Davey. Get your head out of your ass and win Marcy back FFS! I won’t lie to you, I shed a tear. I mean, come on, if even fictional people can’t find love, where’s the hope for the rest of us!? And Kat is PREGNANT!? Okay. Look, first of all, BAD MacLaren, you broke the rules. Second… Idk how old they’re supposed to be on the show, but he’s in his mid-50s IRL. I assume she’s supposed to be younger than that but… by how much? Because I am having trouble with this. OH and I must have missed this, but HOW the hell did Trevor, a young underage man, and Grace, an adult woman, end up in the same hospital room!? Ohhh I will be interested to see more of the Vincent storyline then. But I hope his shrink doesn’t come back, you know, for her own sake.
Honestly that is how I feel too- how can you even want it to end ANY way? Because however you look at it, someone (and probably MANY someones) is going to end up hurt. EW I bet they ARE shipped off to other parents! I wondered about that too but was too horrified to fully consider where she was, but yeah, I bet that’s exactly what happens. Some shitty Gilead couple gets to “raise” them, blech. I don’t know how more Handmaids don’t just lose their shit! I guess fear is a good motivator, and the ones with loved ones still alive may worry for them but… if it’s just you, rotting in that hell, I don’t know how you;d be able to keep going. I did see that about Elizabeth Moss! I didn’t watch the awards, but read some recaps after. I am glad she won- the show has been doing really well, both critically and ratings-wise. And it deserves it. Goodness, can you even imagine working on that set!? I can’t imagine it can be fun, ever. I want to watch Big Little Lies but I still can’t decide if I want to watch it without reading the book, or if I should read the book. ?
Oh my goodness, YES, I remember the Katrina debacle! And the irony is, George W wasn’t a complete psychopath. I mean, he was kind of dumb and ill-equipped to be president, but not a psychopath. I think you’re right about there simply being too much to cover. And of course, the media can’t keep spewing the same story every day, which is how Puerto Rico got pushed aside. It’s like- if I didn’t know that Trump was fucking stupid, I’d almost insist this was brilliance. Evil brilliance mind you, but brilliance. Just say so much ridiculous bullshit that the people can’t focus on the REALLY bad shit you’re doing. Fuck it, I’m heading to the lighthouse bunker.
Yeah but I was 10! So how much of my two days in the Bahamas 2.5 decades ago do I *really* remember? (Spoiler: not much.) It’s definitely high on my to-do list too- not a long plane ride, don’t have to pack any winter shit. Hell, you can even take a cruise if you didn’t want to fly! GAH it sounds so amazing. I want to go to the dumpy crab shack toooo. There are so many choices, too, of islands! And seriously, I feel you, I think I just heard a salt truck go by. ?
Yeah I mean, it could have probably been just a little longer and still been good, but I also think it worked the way it was. I kind of like that they didn’t drag it out too, made it 6 volumes or something ridiculous. Oooh fun, old reviews! I was looking up some of mine last night too, because Holly and Val and I were discussing the worst book we have ever read (based on some tweet I saw hah) It’s so fun to look at old reviews! OH this is the worst book I have ever read, by the way- https://itstartsatmidnight.com/2014/11/review-frozen-melissa-de-la-cruz/ Tough decision, but in the end… yeah. Do you know what yours is? Also, I remember when I had Blogger and my archives were basically non-existent because who wants to go through that all the time?! I’m sorry you have to do that, there should be an easier way. ComiXology sounds fun! I had never heard of it before, but that is a great idea! They have a lot on Edelweiss that are usually marked “read now” too, if you are ever looking for more!
The floating robot guy, I need that. Or like, Rosie from The Jetsons! I’ll basically take anything that will clean my house and do my errands, basically. The shower controls thing kind of reminded me of Katniss in the Capitol, trying to get all the shower settings to work hahah. I kind of like the idea, but I would probably start to play with all the settings and NEVER stop- I mean, if every room has stuff like that? Yeah, I’d get wayyyy too into it. I really need to watch Ex Machina ASAP, especially while Alex + Ada is on my mind!
I did see that poster, and loved it! Octavia looks so badass! Yeah that date sucks though, although Thursdays at 9… hmm. Not bad I guess. I saw on Twitter or somewhere today that there were a few other shows along w/ the 100 that were announced, but either way it’s still 3 months away and frankly, that sucks.
I actually have a hard time remembering an internet- less world, you know, and would have no interest in going back lol! I think we just adjust to whatever we have available, you know? Like all the fandom stuff that we have access to now, thanks to the internets- imagine having to go back to not having all that! Noooooo… and ha ha 12 hours IS a long time. Especially the not knowing WHEN it will come back.That’s the worst I think. 🙂
Oh yes that bitch is nasty! And frankly you’d think Phillip would be a wee bit smarter than that. Cotton balls! That killed me- is that a thing?? Was it me or was Davey funnier this season? Maybe it’s just because I haven’t seen S1 in a while, but Dave kinda cracked me up in S2? Even though the love life travails *sigh* I’m a little over the will they or won’t they thing- just get ’em together! I hate the yo-yo’ing…but I also liked Marcie a LOT more this season. Like, WAY more. And Kat being pregnant just makes me think- how smart can the Director be if he thinks people aren’t gonna, like, woo-hoo? I mean people being people. These travelers don’t just come back for a little while like Cole and Cass, they live in our time, and they’re expected not to go native? I mean look at Vincent ha ha, he REALLY went native!
Oh my gosh Big Little Lies- read the book. Trust me. 🙂 The book is amazing. And captures the angst of first world suburban living so well, I think. I know it’s called chick lit or whatever but fuck it, I liked it. and the show is amazing too (seriously Reese kills it) but if you’ve read the book then the show, with its changes, just takes on its own thing. I mean if you read the book and hate it, I’ll feel bad lol, but I do think the book is so good and enhances the show so much. Plus the book is set in Australia which I LOVED. Plus calamity is a thing- all I’m saying.
I wonder if Handmaid’s will explain WHY some women can’t have kids, I mean it seems pretty society-wide? but then again, there are a fair amount of Handmaid’s, so… IDK. Dystopians are funny that way, sometimes they explain the why of things but a lot of times they don’t , and we’re expected to just go with it? Which is fine I guess, since they are trying to make RL points, I get that, but there’s part of me always wants to know why it happened, you know? And I didn’t think about where the kids were being raised either, initially, I just assumed they were all in that building? But then as I typed this last night I was like, are they really all there or are they all over with new families? Ugh this show.
The lighthouse bunker is looking pretty good right now! And that’s exactly it. I don’t think it’s intentional brilliance either, but it’s almost like an unconsciously evil brilliance where he’s just really good at shmoozing people (his followers) and deflecting attention. And I don’t think any of us ever thought a buffoon like him could get elected, so it’s scary. Although George W did get re- elected, and I couldn’t believe that at the time either. And shit who thought he would look almost normal by comparison? Who the fuck are the GOP gonna give us next, ALIE? I mean I still think Bush was awful, but man… at least he was human?
Ooh I would take the cruise. Cause you know me and flying. 🙂 And which islands to pick? Such an awesome problem to have, I would think. And the thought of some really fresh fish or seafood- with the surf only a few feet away. Umm, clearly I’m having some kind of winter trauma here psychologically! I need sun!! I’ve never even had crab but so what? I want all the seafood now.
I do not even know what my worst book is, but now I’ll be thinking about that! I went over and read your review of that, BTW, pretty awesome. Ooh wait, I know, there was an urban fantasy book I tried- maybe two years ago?- and I HATED it so much. Don’t remember the name, I’ll have to dig. Oh my gosh that sucked. Maybe that’s the one. And yes Blogger is so fucking antiquated, but I’m afraid to go through moving? Plus I like to just write stuff, I’m not into all the coding and shit so would I even take full advantage if I did switch? I just dunno. Still it would be nice to spruce up a bit. I don’t know, maybe at some point I will.
ComiXology is pretty fun! there’s so much stuff there, and sadly I’ve neglected it. I’ll have to check out Edelweiss, I have a NG account (which I never use) but not on EW. But yeah if they “read now” GN’s I definitely need to check that out.
I heard today they’re doing a live action remake of The Jetsons. Seriously. But yeah Rosie would work! She’s cheery. And do they ever show the ground on the Jetsons? I mean I think I’ve only ever seen parts of it, never even a full episode, but they live in the sky? Which is kinda cool actually? Take a little air car everywhere. I’m down with that. And George goes to work and promplty puts his feet up and takes a nap. Obviously I’m going off the intro here, but I want that job. That show may have been ahead of its time. In fact I wouldn’t be surprised if Hulu has the Jetsons- they seem to have a lot of those old shows. I need to look.
I loved how creepy Ex Machina got. And the synth’s name is Ava – very similar to Ada, actually! Anyway hope you like it!
Okay HERE is some great news- https://twitter.com/nerdist/status/950811941483810817 It sounds really, really confident, and I can’t imagine they’d say that and then recant, right? (RIGHT!?) But I think I can wait another 3 months having the assurance that this is NOT the end. PLUS I have ideas for posts! One of course is The Sims, and my new one is… Unanswered Questions of The 100 (including some that we hope are answered in S5!) which is fun because some of them will be legit (The Reapers, for example) and some will be more funny. I basically thought up the entire post instead of sleeping, so there’s that. And then of course before it premieres, I’ll do a preview-type post- which you should join in! It’ll be fun, I always make Holly give predictions, you can tooo! I agree, they all looked badass in the poster, but damn, O is going to be SO next level. I love it. OH and Jason flat out said he’s pissed about the trailer AND he is going to try to get it to us before March! ?
Haha you really don’t remember pre-internet? Do you recall how old you were when you got it? I remember being 15 when I finally broke my parents’ resolve with the AOL free trial CD ? I was still one of the first among my friends to have it, but I was preeetty much high key obsessed with the concept. Like- since we had our first shitty Tandy PC in 1990 and I knew it could be achieved, basically. (And at 8, was convinced that I could make it happen myself, because clearly an 8 year old and no modem is the key to internet connection bwahahah). So I suppose it shouldn’t shock me that I need it so much now ? Fandoms are infinitely more fun now, I concur. I was such a huge fan of The Baby-Sitters Club when I was young, pre-internet of course, and I would spend SO much time scouring magazines and libraries and such- but I guess I had time because I wasn’t wasting it on the internet, right? ? And YES- it is the not knowing when you can feel like a connected human again that’s the worst part! I was like “well, how the hell will I blog!?” even though it ended up being a non-issue.
That Jenny bitch just stole the information from her sister/Traveler basically right from Phillip’s head with those damn eye drops, didn’t she? I hate her SO MUCH. And why the fuck did that Abigail chick need to die!? I liked her, I wanted her and Trevor to be together. And I am SO MAD at Darcy right now (that is going to be their ship name bwhaah). He’s pouring his heart out, so she runs off and sleeps with some rando!? And you can tell she regrets it, UGH. Like the things David said about her? Killed me. That is like, goals right there, and she runs off. David is also stupid because of Cottontail. I forget her name, so now it’s Cottontail. UGH the Kat thing. I mean, you’re right about the Director. And it’s probably stupid enough to just be like “oh but birth control” but what the hell is MacLaren going to do when he and his wife were clearly planning on trying for a kid when he took over the body!? They should just… Idk, sterilize all the Travelers if they’re that worried about it. Vincent… yikes, I see what you mean about him! Is he trying to destroy ALL Travelers, or just the Director? I suppose I’ll find out 😀
Okay, I will read the book! I definitely trust your opinion, so yes, I shall. OH I didn’t know it was set in Australia! Is the show, too? This sounds pretty good! I think you’re right about it being classified as “chick lit”, which is probably why I haven’t been *as* excited to read it (which, tbh, is shitty of me too) so yeah, I added it to my list!
I assumed that the infertility was perhaps an environmental thing? But I also have no idea why I thought that- like I don’t know if I read it somewhere or just made it up, basically ? Dude, same, I ALWAYS want to know what happened in dystopian worlds! Like what happened in Panem, Katniss? Because no one told me how that shitshow started, except “war, terrible war”. At least The 100 is VERY clear. I feel like there have to be more kids than would fit in that building? PLUS, the kid was super nicely dressed and stuff, and I doubt an orphanage would be that way. Which is why I lean toward private family. WHo I swear, if they abuse that child, I will RAGE. Even though it’s fiction.
The lighthouse bunker has it all- food, useless cars, lots of liquor, and that one really disturbing movie, so we’d be good to go. YES like somehow, by acting like the most incredible asshat of all time, he got exactly what he wanted. And there is zero percent chance that he *planned* it, we (the collective “we”, of course) are just too damn cowardly to stop him. BECAUSE of the antics. Which is so ridiculous because the fucking antics are WHY we need to stop him! GAH, I was so shocked when George W was reelected. My mind could not compute. Only now, that makes an infinite amount of sense compared to THIS shitshow. I agree, George W is wholly normal by comparison! I mean, at least he was a career politician, had knowledge of Washington, and wasn’t a psychopath. Also, he didn’t have a Twitter account in which to threaten foreign regimes. See all the normalcy? Like when I am beginning for THAT goof, you know it’s bad. And nah, we’d never be lucky enough to get ALIE. I mean, at least ALIE isn’t dumb?
HA deciding on which islands to vacation on is literally the best problem of all time. I would loooove to take a cruise, just right this minute. There’d be no boots, just flip flops, and my skin wouldn’t be dry, and basically I’d go for just those two things. And while I don’t mind flying, I DO like the idea of not having to worry about luggage restrictions. That is my biggest beef with flying, tbh. I think we’re probably all pretty deep in some winter trauma at this point- it’s been an ugly one so far! And my goodness, this is just another thing we’re adding to the list of junk you have to eat. When we have sushi, we’ll have to make sure there’s some crab, too 😀
Ha, YESSS dig, because I want to know! Old reviews are so fun, especially old BAD reviews. We all had a really good chuckle with them! Ohhh Urban Fantasy I feel can be VERY hit or miss- and for me, I find it mostly miss? It’s a hard genre to do well, I guess? The thing about WP (self-hosted, anyway) is that it isn’t free. And that sucks- especially because like- if I stopped paying, my blog would literally just vanish. So I get staying with Blogger. I just wish it had more options! I kind of wonder if there *is* a code that could list your reviews though, so you wouldn’t have to manually update them… I am going to google this because it would help a LOT of people if there was a way. Like- even if it just auto-listed on a page anything you tagged “review”… ? The coding stuff is a pain in the ass- but the nice thing about WP is you can do as much or as little as you want- like I actually did *more* coding on Blogger, because it was so basic and I was bored? Now, Ashley has it all perfectly programmed for book bloggers! (I also keep saying I am going to do a blog makeover but… Idk, is it even worth the hassle?)
YES do EW! Sky Pony Press also has a lot of YA “read now’ titles, too! And there is one GN publisher that has all theirs as “read now”. It’s super easy, too. (And I hate to say this, but it’s true, you never have to actually review them if you don’t want to.)
STOP, a live action Jetsons!? I cannot. I don’t think they do show the ground, come to think of it. They definitely live in the sky, and have those space cars. I am sure I have seen full episodes- my brother was a cartoon junkie as a kid, though I generally couldn’t be bothered- but I definitely barely remember them, I am mostly thinking of the intro too! I like Rosie though, she looked fun- she was kind of snarky too, if I recall. You might be right about Hulu having it, I have seen a lot of that type of stuff on there.
That IS great news! Finally… and the thing that jumped out at me was this dude has seen 7 or 8 episodes! And the trailer must be done because he said it was good, but they’re holding it til March? Damn them lol! But hey maybe Jason will come through. O.o
Oh and I would love to participate. Sign me up ha ha! Although I know my predictions will suck. I never know with this show where they’re going! I LOVE the idea of Unanswered Questions- because there are so many. Including the Reapers. 🙂 They may think no one cares but we do, clearly. I feel like there has to be more Reaper love out there too- they were just so creepy. And they were always eating in those tunnels, geez…
Well I do remember I guess but I prefer not to? Oh my gosh AOL- too funny! Do you remember Prodigy? I think it was early 90’s and someone was talking about how cool it was, and I had no idea. But yeah AOL was where I started too. Good times.
Jenny IS a bitch but I kinda liked her… in a way? Those eye drops are stupid though. And yeah Darcy *sigh* I don’t know what Marce was thinking with doctor dude, but yeah… not cool. And Cottontail! That’s the best actually. Vincent is an enigma right up til the end, I think. I mean he’s clearly a villain, but why does he stand down when his guys are right there at the hideout and could have killed Mac and crew? I didn’t get that? I sorta think he’s his own thing, separate from both the Faction and obviously the Travelers. I thought initially he might be a good guy doing bad things for the mission, you know, but now… ?
Big Little Lies is set in Sydney, but for the show they changed it to California. A change I wasn’t keen on, although it worked since the scenery and social scene played a large role in the story. I loved both but the book is the best, for me anyway.
Yes, EXPLAIN. Not info dumping obviously but dribble the information out please. I was wondering more about Panem’s past too, although at least she gave us something. Some of these dystopians just say world’s fucked up and don’t explain ANYTHING, and I’m like *sputter* WTF? I need some background. And The 100 not only tell us, but they have all these connections to the previous world, like Becca/ ALIE and bunkers and stuff. So yeah… I definitely prefer to have the past still matter in dystopians…
The lighthouse bunker looked pretty dang luxurious, or am I confusing it with the house where Murphy was cooking? Are those different places? But yes no idiot Grounders around to cause trouble, and you need a boat to get there. And sea monsters apparently patrol the area, so win win! And I feel like crab would be good? It just sounds like something that would be yummy, IDK. Although lobster… no way. Cracking shit like that open doesn’t appeal. 🙂 But give me all the fresh fish and shrimp and whatever…
Urban fantasy IS hit or miss. For every one I like I read one that sucks or just isn’t for me. Right now I’m reading Three Days to Dead and mostly liking it? I like the variety of the supernatural creatures, for the most part. Will I continue the series? I honestly don’t know, guess it depends on how it ends, but so far it’s good. And honestly, a blog makeover- I have SO back burnered that. I used to think about it all the time, but now… I like where I’m at, mostly, and I like writing reviews and discussions and stuff, and I don’t think about it much anymore? But still, maybe… Ashley does seem to have it all together though, I think a lot of people host through her now?
I’ll check it out! I’ve heard of Sky Pony (I think) and I’m curious about EW anyway.
Yes! Right? I need the Jetsons. Well, not really, actually, but I love the idea of living in the sky. And let’s face it, when that show came on it probably seemed like in 50 years or something we’d be living in the sky too, or at least would be farther along than we are? Pretty disappointing that we’re not, actually. I always wondered if the ground was like a post apoc wasteland or something, full of monsters lol. That would be entertaining. and let’s face it, people have to FALL occasionally, right? What happens to em? Guess they’re fucked. 🙂
GAH I am so jealous of that guy, seeing almost the whole season! I have dreams from time to time that I am watching the first episode- that it leaked somehow. And it’s always pretty weird haha. I also have no idea what it says about me that I have dreams about this damn show, but there it is. You can tell that Jason wants to. I bet he gets them to meet him halfway and releases it in February. That seems like a good compromise. Oh, speaking of, this talks about what would happen after Praimfaya, or if it is even a possibility- https://sputniknews.com/science/201801071060567481-earth-nuclear-power-plants-apocalypse/
Um my predictions have historically been 100% wrong, so no need to worry there 😀 It’s all just for fun hah. I mean, remember that time that Erica decided that she wanted Kane and Octavia to get together? That was the ONLY wrong answer ? Because he’s in his mid-40s and she’s 16, and also, I am still not convinced that they aren’t related. I hope that the Unanswered Questions makes people remember the stuff they forgot about because they don’t obsess over the show- and be like “oh YEAH, where did the Reapers go?!” #JusticeForReapers
Well THAT was an evasive non-answer if ever I saw one ? I had to Google Prodigy actually, but it *does* look familiar? Like, the AOL knockoff? And I DO think I knew people who had the email, it does seem naggingly familiar. I can still hear the AOL welcome guy hahah. Did you ever watch Roseanne? There’s this one episode where David sets Jackie up with AOL and she gets completely addicted and David has to unplug her computer and I was like…. yes, that was basically me hhahah. I think it’s actually a fun thing to have been alive and cognizant of, talk about one of the biggest transitions in human history!
Oh no I hated Jenny. HATE. Hated, Idk if she is dead yet? So I watched the Jenny episode last night (maybe #5? Idk, the one with the pandemic, but it’s called Jenny) and holy SHIT. That is hands down the best episode so far. Like my mind is blown. First, because pandemics are scary and fascinating, but two, because they can’t send anyone back now!? And the Director is helpless!? And Walt is freaking Faction!?! Holy shit. I felt bad for Marcy with Dr Whatever because she basically hated herself after and I wanted to give her a hug. But Darcy is still looking for each other at the end of the world, so I have high hopes. And I will cry if they don’t happen. They’re my only ship basically. Vincent IS confusing, especially because I don’t think he has malicious intent, even if he DOES want the Travelers dead? Like- I think he thinks he is saving people? I didn’t get why one of them didn’t off the other, either- the Team could have taken him out and vice versa. Plot holes, all of it.
UGH I mean- I guess California is preferable to a bunch of actors butchering Aussie accents? But STILL. I figure the book probably IS better. Is there going to be another season of it, or did it mostly follow the book and will be done? I really do need to get the book though, I bet my parents would read it too (my mom has been desperate for something decent hah- and can you believe she didn’t like Three Dark Crowns!?)
Ugh, I’d even prefer an info dump to nothing at all! Okay so I looked up the beginning of the Handmaid’s Tale book, because I was too curious, and this is what I found “The story is told in the first person by a woman called Offred. The character is one of a class of women kept for reproductive purposes and known as “handmaids” by the ruling class in an era of declining births due to sterility from pollution and sexually transmitted diseases.” So I guess yeah, environmental is close enough hah. I bet they will get into it in the show though, they seem to be doing a great job with the backstory!
OH yes, those are two different places! Murphy was cooking in Becca’s mansion. Here is the lighthouse bunker- https://youtu.be/F3TpEzb4GJU?t=57s And then he and Emori (and I guess Echo, bwhaha) were going to try to stay there during Praimfaya if they had to. Time out. TIME. OUT. You won’t eat LOBSTER!??! I cannot. I mean, I don’t really like the whole pulling animals apart thing myself, but I DO love it if it is in something, or like, as been pulled from its shell for me! This is truly unacceptable, and must be remedied immediately.
I think I have mostly given up on Urban Fantasy, honestly. I guess the Sookie Stackhouse series would fall into that category, and City of Bones and Beautiful Creatures even? And I just… Idk, none of them really ended up working for me. I kind of liked a few, but that’s about it. I’m glad you are enjoying this one though, that’s something! I agree though, is a revamp worth the effort? I think most times, no. Unless a blog is SO bad it’s painful to look at OR if the makeover is like, the prettiest thing ever, it’s not worth it. I mean, maybe some people will say “hey, nice new look!” and that is the extent of it haha. I had a ton of ideas in my head for where I was going to go with mine and… nope. Too hard, not enough time, and frankly, not even desire. Ashley is amazing, honestly- I don’t know how she does it! I mean, it IS her job (like, she’s made her living doing it at this point) so it makes sense. AND she has the market cornered certainly. But it is pricey- I got lucky and was grandfathered in with her first round of pricing, but now it’s like $20/month or something, which is kind of a lot, I think. I mean- not that I don’t think she’s worth it, but it adds up to a pretty hefty fee per year.
Sky Pony has some “regular” YA- like stuff that’s been relatively popular- so I think it’d be worth a look, certainly!
HA the Jetsons probably thought it was SO on point. And here we are right back in the 50s so…. nope, sorry Jetsons. Oh my goodness, you are so RIGHT about people falling from the sky, that is terrifying and I am glad that my child-mind didn’t think of that. Because yeah, technical failures and gravity make it pretty easy to fall hah. I only want this live action thing if it is DARK Jetsons- like, they are in space because like you said, Praimfaya happened, and then some shit happens and robots go rogue, and then like, some people on a spaceship because of… air toxicity. That kills most of the Sky Zone. So much better than the original, and only moderately modeled after The 100…
Oh wow! There is going to be a The 100 convention in Boston in March!!!! http://conageddon.com/ That is the closest they have EVER been ???
I know! And I am NOT surprised you dream of it, lol. 🙂 I’ve had dreams about shows too, and yes they can get bizarre! And that article was super interesting. Like 156 years?? Gah I guess we couldn’t have THAT kind of time jump, so the delinquents are just gonna have to suck it up and deal. But how cool is it that they tested that based on the show? And we were just talking about that!
Kane and Octavia!! Yeah maybe not that one. 🙂 But otherwise good to know. I’ll have to decide whether to stay realistic or go all out there w/ my predictions. But don’t worry I won’t go too crazy. :):) In fact maybe I better start thinking about this. Or better yet rewatch S4 so I’m ready!
Was it?? lol I know I was playing computer games, like Civ II, in like 95 or around there? I was in college, my parents never bought one. I remember staying up all night playing Civ and blowing off schoolwork so yeah. Civ was SO addictive- like you literally couldn’t stop playing. Just one more turn would become hours. I mean you could easily lose a whole day to that thing. And yes I can still “Welcome” and “You’ve got mail” in my head- it will NEVER leave I fear. But yeah once I discovered AOL and online fan stuff, plus computer games… that’s when my interest was piqued! Those AOl message boards would be pretty antiquated, I guess, but then again they’re not THAT totally different from today’s boards I guess…. and I don’t think I saw that Roseanne? But I totally agree, between the computer age taking off and now cell phones/social media, we’ve lived through like some of the biggest tech changes ever?
Episode 5 was great. And I think they get better too? #7 is totally a trip. But yeah I won’t say anything more about Jenny until after you watch #6, since she’s in that too. I think she has potential though. 🙂 And yes evil Walt. I can’t decide if I like him better as good or evil. *shrug* but Vincent is a big huge fricking mystery *cough plot hole, yes cough*
My understanding is there will be a second season of BLL. They covered the book in the first season so I’m not sure where they’ll go in S2? But I’ll definitely be watching. 🙂 And yeah better to relocate than screw the Aussie thing up. Your mom didn’t like Three Dark Crowns? lol my mom wouldn’t even read it, I know that. So at least you have her reading stuff you like…
Ah so the book does explain? Cool. Pollution and STD’s- hmm that’s interesting. I would love to see the show go into it more, but maybe they feel it’s not a priority. Nice to know the book did explain it though…
Okay so THAT’S the bunker! Got it. I was def thinking Becca’s mansion. So yes that place is stocked nicely! Pool table, motorcycles… geez. Lotsa liquor. Not bad. Between that and the mansion I guess the island is the most luxurious place we’ve seen on the show! I still have a thing for Mt. Weather, but the lighthouse bunker is the place to be. Hopefully they have a good DVD collection. And no I have never had lobster! Like no desire to even try? Is it like crab?? Because for some reason I’ll try crab- I think? Why one and not the other? I have no idea, maybe it’s just the whole pulling it apart/ boiling em alive thing. IDK but sushi definitely appeals to me more. 🙂 But who knows???
I WANT to like urban fantasy- like the idea of creatures living amonsgt us in the modern world fascinates me- but some of it just doesn’t work for me. I finished Three Days last night and mostly liked it- so that’s a win- and I read the first Mercy Thompson last year and liked it, but when I think about reading more I’m kinda ambivalent. It’s almost like I enjoy reading a UF-type story but when it comes to series, I don’t want to like read 8 books you know?? It’s more like an occasional treat… I think I have a certain vision in my head of how a UF world would work, and if it deviates too much from that I lose interest. Like if all the supernaturals are out in the open and running the world it annoys me. I much prefer them hidden in the shadows, with mankind mostly unaware. Picky I guess.
People would fall left and right, wouldn’t they? Realistically. Unless they take to wearing jet packs or something. That’s be fun… unless it breaks. But I always wanted to know what was on the ground. Maybe the poor ha ha. Dark Jetsons might work- I mean look at Riverdale, you know? I like rogue robots- I mean how terrifying would it be if Rosie went homicidally apeshit? Swinging her broom in a killing stroke- gah… I might jump off the fucking platform too!
Wow Conageddon in Boston- how far is that for you? Did you see the autograph/ picture prices? lol I’ll just snap a photo from back here, so I can like eat and pay for my hotel O.o
HA it really shouldn’t surprise me even that I dream about the damn thing at this point! It’s weird because some of the “premieres” are really plausible, too- like one where Clarke and Madi find Spacekru on Gagarin, but not as prisoners, as like, buddies. Only they don’t see Clarke as an ally. Oh my goodness, can you imagine a 156 year time jump!? And it’s none of the same characters (obviously!) just like, their descendants. That would suck so bad. Guess it puts the 6 years, 7 days thing into perspective! And YES! It is funny that the show is like, garnering legitimate studies!
Speaking of, Jason tweeted about Adina, Tati, Marie, and Bob filming a violent scene yesterday- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/951317390863806464 and the amazing news is, we know that ALL of those people are alive by the end of the season! Jason is like… Idk, Santa Claus at this point ? Without him, we’d know zero things. I bet the Spoiler Police are so pissed at him hah.
YES rewatch S4! I am halfway through S3 again, I usually stall out around this point because PIKE. I won’t post it til probably the date of the premiere, so you have plenty of time! I usually do a combo of legitimate ones and weird shit- but be as out there as you want, it’s all in fun!
I am laughing at the playing all night thing, because YES, that is exactly how it worked! I think it was the novelty- no matter WHAT I did, I would get so consumed by it, that an hour turned into 10. Though it is probably a VERY good thing that I wasn’t in college- I mean, you at least had SOME level of self-control if you made it to some classes 😀 It’s funny because now it’s basically the same, it’s just… portable devices allow the false appearance of productivity. OHHH yes the AOL boards, they were funny- we all messed around with them, and it was such a time suck! And just the information! I swear, I could lose an entire night just looking up random facts, or people, or whatever, because there was just no way to DO that before! AND the best part was, teachers and professors and such were all so new to it too that it was easy as hell to make assignments SO much easier, and no one knew enough to tell you not to, or have rules yet! It really was pretty fabulous, looking back. And yep- between phones, the internet, and then the merging of them, talk about change. I remember my mom had one of those car phone-in-a-bag things, and we thought it was the coolest thing ever, hahha.
I watched episode 7 last night! It WAS so good! I was too into it to stop at episode 6 hah. It was really heartbreaking watching them die over and over though. But how exactly does that work? I thought they couldn’t go back to any time before the last Traveler? I mean, it was epic, but I still don’t fully get it- it is because the Travelers in Carrie WERE the last Travelers? Or are they going to explain this to me in a later episode? Vincent’s dude was back killing people, of course. I honestly don’t know how he could kill people, especially innocent bystanders like the truck driver, in cold blood. Asshole. OH and you are so right about Grace and David being hilarious this season- they are such a fun relief from the awfulness, it’s done so well!
That is really weird about BLL- I mean, especially in a contemporary-type story, I kind of don’t love when those are dragged out? Like okay, obviously there’s a TON to explore in a world like Handmaid’s Tale, but randos in California? I assume the book ended well, and the author had no need for a sequel so… why does the show? (I know that the obvious answer is money, but still.) Yeah, my mom reads quite a few of the books I suggest- I am glad because she liked the ones that I would be super sad if she didn’t like, really. Like- I know Three Dark Crowns was pretty hit or miss with people, so I can live with it!
Yeah, I feel like the pollution and STDs thing is… vague, and sounds like basically a combination of environmental stressors, but I do wonder how the show would incorporate it, since they’ve so far portrayed June to have been living in basically present-day America before this went down.
I think the bunker should have been stocked a little more heavily on the food (and fine, liquor) and maybe, Idk, a DVD other than “ALIE kills humanity”, and maybe less with motorcycles you cannot drive because it is a fucking BUNKER. Like is that not THE most useless item to put in a bunker? I would definitely live on that island- did you see the pool at Becca’s place!? I was wondering why exactly no one was throwing a pool party, but I guess the whole “end of days” stuff got in the way. Poor Baylis didn’t even get a swim in before he was roasted. HA I now see that you mentioned DVDs too- EXACTLY, like come on people! And it’s 2052, they could have had a tablet or something loaded with shows and movies. Poor Murphy got a raw deal!
Lobster… how do I even explain it? I mean, it’s kind of like crab, but also not completely different from shrimp? Like- crab is… softer, I guess, if that makes sense, while lobster has a thicker consistency? This is a very hard thing to describe! I bet if you had lobster IN something, you’d like it. Like, not just pulling it apart yourself. The boiling alive thing kills me though, I agree- and I cannot eat it at a place that has them swimming around all happily in tanks and then literally shows you the murder. Nope, nope, cannot. Sushi is very appealing all around- especially because there are just so many different kinds that you’re basically guaranteed to find one you like! Some have a lot of crap in them (I avoid those, because random crap scares me) and some are basically just fish and rice. I like the spicy ones the best though!
I want to like Urban Fantasy too, because I have in the past, but I find myself being turned off by pretty much every synopsis I read. If you piled 10 genres in front of me, I think UF would be the last I would pick. I also agree a LOT about the series, because the ones I HAVE liked, I liked the first book or two, and then it was “okay ENOUGH” by the end. Like the Sookie series has 13 books (plus novellas) and it’s like… enough. You know, I think that makes sense then that you wouldn’t like the series as much, because basically ALL the series I have read start with the supernaturals hidden, and then by the end, they’re having some kind of Supernatural Rights Rally in the streets.
Yeah, you KNOW the tech would malfunction, and BAM, George Jetson is in a gutter somewhere. OMG I bet it IS the poor! Because the Jetsons had Rosie, and the daughter was snobby and the kid had a lot of tech, didn’t he? (I really don’t remember completely, but somehow I feel vaguely aware of this?) so that all has to cost money! So yes, this theory of yours, I like it. And THAT can be part of the dark, evil world in the live action one! HA Rosie would absolutely be evil in the live action, too- she could be super shady, and seem nice until you turn your back, but she’s so good at being conniving! Seriously, why are we not being hired as writers, this is good stuff?!
Boston is like… 7 hours from me I think? It wouldn’t be too hard, I guess, but I don’t want to go alone, doesn’t seem like much fun, and I’d probably be paralyzed by fear? I don’t think I have ever met a celebrity before! I looked at the prices- at first I had only looked at the actual tickets- but holy SHIT. I feel like I could buy Eliza herself for less than those packages ? Especially since you can just buy like, one picture and call it a day. And also, yes, that is what phones and cameras are for. Can you imagine people who do this all the time? I saw people on Twitter talking about going to like, several a YEAR, and I am like… how rich ARE you!?
I can actually see that happening, with Clarke finding Spacekru on Gagarin. That might actually be a cool way to bring em back. Because realistically how the fuck are they gonna get down anyway? That Jaha coming down in a rocket, er missile, whatever was pretty lame, really. So yeah- I could work with that… 🙂
That tweet. Whadya think Adina is trying to tell us there with her pic?? I would have guessed a nice night under the stars camping, but Jason’s comment about blood has me thinking more violent activities, for sure. And that’s an interesting group- Bell and O are together! Yay.
I think I will. Let me know when you hit S4 and I’ll start up again. 🙂
Um, I made it to SOME classes lol. Playing games all night certainly did not help with my attendance. But that game was even worse than the usual ones, as evidenced by this. https://www.engadget.com/2006/08/18/civilization-causes-missed-book-deadline/
I wasn’t quite THAT bad, thankfully. But yes it was all so fresh back then. 🙂 I’m a little jealous though because today kids have all the tech in high school, and I didn’t! I mean killing time with your phone or texting? Yes please.
Episode 7 was fun. I think the repeated attempts to go back were all like a few seconds after the previous one, maybe? So the Director must have known from the previous attempts’ failure, and somehow changed up his plans in later attempts- especially after it was clear he was burning Carrie out w/ multiple attempts. Which was quite harsh really. It’s all very sketchy 🙂 Here’s a site that talks about it. https://www.dayofthehuman.com/2017/12/02/travelers-season-2-episode-7-17-minutes-recap-and-analysis/
Grace is like my MVP of the season, although David might be a close second?
I honestly don’t think BLL needs a second season. I mean, I’ll watch it but I imagine Reese Witherspoon and or the showrunner are driving this- if I remember right Reese had a lot to do with adapting it in the first place? So she must want to continue developing those characters, and I read somewhere that the author Liane Moriarty is writing the story for the new season. So I’m cautiously optimistic, but yeah it’s not necessary from my standpoint. I mean, they told the story.
Yeah for Handmaid’s they certainly seemed to emphasize the religious background for the takeover didn’t they? I thought they mentioned the fertility rate had dropped dramatically right before it, but I could be wrong. Doesn’t really matter I guess. I did really enjoy the flashbacks at the tail end of the season though. Nice break from the dreariness of June’s life!
The pool shit I forgot about that. Maybe would have to shuttle back and forth between bunker and mansion huh? Maybe all the food’s at the mansion, since clearly Murph had things to work with. And Jaha would have to eat while he was there. Baylis lol. Poor sucker. I’m surprised Murphy didn’t make time to sample the pool… and yes DVD’s, or whatever they are in the 2050’s. I mean Jaha had HIS tablet, and we know how sketchy that was, it only stands to reason that they would have stocked some entertainment. And I wonder if there was more to the bunker than we saw, wasn’t Murphy mostly in the living room when we saw him but I wonder how many other rooms there were??
If lobster is like shrimp then maybe I’d like it? Oh screw it I’d probably like both it and crab… I mean I AM a seafood fan. It must be the way they cook em and the breaking them apart thing that weirds me out. If the plate just showed up I’d probably happily devour it. I must find out, I guess. I’m not really down with the boiling thing though, yeah. Seems so cruel. I mean if you buy them in the store they go home alive? I guess I’ve never thought of that. I mean I don’t brig anything ELSE home alive lol.
Compared to all that sushi is sounding downright reasonable. No killing involved. At least not by me! Fish and rice plus spicy actually sounds pretty good, and maybe I’d get more adventurous as I go. 🙂 Although are they ever served hot, or are they always cold? Gah I’m such a sushi novice…
Yeah. I think what I want out of UF and what’s out there are pretty different. Like the first Mercy book is good, and everyone says keep going they get better and better, but do I want to read about her and her next door neighbor wolf guy for 10 books??? I dunno. I mean the werewolf pack is kinda cool. I really liked Three Days to Dead though, on the other hand. THAT is a series I might keep on with. More my style I guess. And even though I like gritty dark stuff, maybe YA UF is more my thing? Like I read The Wanderers and The Pack (YA about shifters) and even Through the Door (which had a Celtic tone and even some badass mermaids in it- they were nasty) so maybe I need more YA stuff? I just don’t think there’s a ton of it that’s not PNR-ish? Oh and yeah the whole supernatural liberation thing- see if the series are going in that direction as they go along I’d probably get even LESS interested. That’s good to know…
Yup the poor are on the ground, living in squalor. I like it. Maybe the richies in their sky penthouses decided to experiment or do genetic engineering, and the mutations went apeshit so they chucked em down to the ground- you know, let the poor sort em out. Which went really well of course. So now the poor are plotting a revolution to take back the sky- or something. Or better yet Rosie and her robotic kind are killing people and going berserk and it’s people vs robots in the sky! You could have robots chucking people off th platforms and into the abyss. How fun is that?? Even the pets. Didn’t the Jetsons have that stupid dog? Cya Fido! He’s fucking history. Damn we should be writing this shit!
I imagine the celebrities make pretty good $ so the fact they charge fans those prices for pics and stuff- especially those VIP packages- seems excessive to me. But I’m not a huge celebrity person anyway- I mean don’t get me wrong if I bumped into Bob or Eliza or whoever I’d love to chat with em, but to stand in line and do all that shit. Nah. I’d be going just for the chance to hang with other fans and enjoy the atmosphere, panels, and all that. I don’t really care about having a picture with em. I’d probably much rather have a book signed or chat with an author for a minute than do that. But the fannish element would be fun. And maybe I’m wrong- if I actually went to a 100 or 12 Monkeys con or something maybe I’d get all excited too – after all cons have a certain atmosphere. 🙂 Speaking of, did you know they have Nancy Drew conventions, like every year? I was doing a cover post a while back, looking at old covers, and found a site- they have it in a different city every year, corresponding to one of the books, and they have stops at local bookstores and swaps and Nancy Drew- related stuff. One year they were in Hawaii because one of the books was set there! I was like woah seriously? I’m not a huge ND fan but it was kind of impressive. I’d love to see cons devoted to a certain fandom like that. Can you imagine a Three Dark Crowns con? I’m THERE.
Yeah I think there’s probably a 50-50 chance they’re with Gagarin? Though Raven did rebuild that one dropship, maybe she could do it again, so there’s the other 50% hah. I like the Gagarin idea- but I also don’t see them realistically reuniting in episode one, either. Maybe Gagarin hides them for awhile, to use as leverage somehow? And YES, the Jaha thing was lame, I agree. I mean- I liked the emotional perspective, but come on, there is NO way that could have worked.
I am in love with Adina’s latest #Imaginary100 tweet- https://twitter.com/AdinaPorter/status/951698006700523521/photo/1 But I DO wonder if there are any clues in the other one! I mean, someone is legless, but Adina also wasn’t exactly going for details haha. All I can think is “jeez who the hell is fighting NOW?”, because this damn group cannot seem to chill for 5 minutes!
I will let you know! I didn’t watch it again last night either because UGH I hate Hakeldama and Bitter Harvest. Plus I have been VERY into Travelers hah. But I figure within the next 2 weeks or so I should be at S4!
HEY maybe that is what is taking George RR Martin so damn long to finish HIS books too! This should probably be investigated hahah. I feel like in college there are just so many excuses for not going to class, if it wasn’t games, it would have been something else. I mean, I would use basically anything to reason with myself that it wasn’t worth it. Might rain later, let’s skip it. I have a swim meet later, let’s rest up. Or if a show was on I wanted to watch, or literally ANYTHING. Because classes were stupid and no one was forcing you to go 🙂 I agree though, kids can kill time in SO many better ways. And more productively too, I think? I mean- when I was bored, it was just mindless flipping through the channels or just like, bitching about being bored! But now… endless possibilities. And so easy to like, talk to friends quickly in between classes! I remember having to straight up arrange meetings with my friends based on our schedules, who would be passing who at what time, etc. (I feel like the old grandpas who are like “back in MY day, I walked 10 miles to school uphill in the snow without boots” ? )
The Carrie thing WAS harsh! I mean, you could tell it was killing her every time, but they still kept going- I suppose under the whole “she’s going to die anyway” thing but STILL. OOH thanks for that post, it was really good! I wish they had described it better on the show, because it was confusing! I read the comments too, and the person who said “why didn’t the Director just overwrite one of the scuba dudes?” and um YES, good question! And I can’t decide if I like Grace or David better! I like them both in different ways- like Grace is hilarious, but David is like, just an all around wonderful human?
Speaking of those two! Why was Cottontail at a rave!? Are they even still together? And Tasya in the 21st, wooo! She really is very Echo-ish, isn’t she? Man, Grace’s trial was rough. But Grace was so good in the role, holy crap. And damn, the freaking Skype call with the Director/dying hospice patients?! That was freaking rough. Like, can you even imagine, watching all those poor people on their deathbeds!? I was confused for a second until I realized what was happening, and damnnnn. I watched the first couple minutes of the next episode too, and holy shit, Phillip in the historian update, sobbing?! Yikes, that is all kinds of foreboding ?
Yeah I think you are right about Reese- I know one of her big things is having women-driven movies and such, so that makes sense. I am glad at least that the author is writing, I think that helps a lot. I really want to read/watch it now to see what I think about there being another season!
Did you see this about Handmaid’s Tale!? https://www.buzzfeed.com/keelyflaherty/ok-the-new-season-of-the-handmaids-tale-looks-terrifying?utm_term=.hb3wP3N9d#.rjy3RBZGV We are going to be VERY busy in April 😀 I also read an article that said that Margaret Atwood is a producer on the show, and has had a lot of input, so at least that’s good, just like BLL! And yeah, I think that the religious thing was the whole catalyst, but just like the evangelicals in our current society, we all know that “religion” just means “oppression”. They did say that the fertility rate dropped, but I don’t think they really went into detail on how? I hope we get more of that this season!!
Oh I could NEVER cook a lobster myself. Nope nope nope. Like, when I see meat, or fish, or whatever, I need to not be able to recognize that it was ever an animal? So if it looks like it could be swimming along, I’m out. But I mean, if you had a nice lobster bisque, perhaps? Or any other such lobster-in-a-dish situation, I am sure you’d like it! There is a tempura sushi which I know is like, fried? I mean, it is still served coldish, but the fish itself isn’t, if that makes sense. And I think there are specialty rolls that are not cold, because I know Val had one with chicken when we went and obviously the chicken was cooked hah. I actually didn’t try sushi until a few years ago, so it’s not so bad to be a novice 😀 I am still weird about some of the stuff, especially anything green and unidentifiable.
Yeah, see, it loses me at 10 books. Because nope, don’t care that much about ANY character. I’d be sick of Peeta after 10 books! And yeah, the wolfpack thing might be cool- again, for a FEW books, not ALLLLL the books. I think you’re right about it being VERY limited in YA, because yeah, most of it does enter into either PNR or even downright fantasy territory. Like I can’t even think of ANY that might fit the description of YA UF. Except maybe older stuff, like Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater, or Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead, .The Iron Fey
by Julie Kagawa… I have not read these, but I know they are popular? OH! So it isn’t technically UF because it’s like, kind of apocalyptic, but Angelfall by Susan Ee is really amazing (and Amazon does have it listed under UF, so there’s that)!
MUTATIONS, YESSS. And not only human experiments gone wrong, but robot ones too! And the robots… SOME joined the Resistance. Obviously Rosie did because she’s awesome. But now the richies in the sky can’t tell if they can trust their own robots! So people start indiscriminately killing robots, and then the revolution really kicks into high gear! I had to google the dog because I felt like I should know his name, and I should have, it was Astro. Maybe Astro valiantly takes out one of the Head Richies on his way to his doom- I mean, if the dog’s gonna bite it, it shouldn’t be in vain, I suppose.
I think they have to pay a LOT to get the celebrities in the door. Like, I don’t think they necessarily make more on the photos, but I think it just costs more to get Eliza in the door than say, Jess, just because Eliza is a big star? But I also would never, ever pay $600 to say hi to anyone. For any reason. It’s crazy. I would want to go mostly to hear them talk about the show, meet other fans, that sort of thing, like you said! I feel like- I don’t get “starstruck”, I just feel weird? Like- when I have met authors, I just kind of freeze, because what the hell do you say?! There’s no time to have an actual conversation, but you have to say something. Especially if it’s an author you’ve never read- I once started talking about the ENDPAGES of Marissa Meyer’s book because I’d never read any of them ? It was a proud, proud moment. But also with celebrities, I would be so nervous because I wouldn’t WANT them to think I was some weirdo who was obsessed?
They should kill someone at the Nancy Drew conventions and make everyone solve the murder ? (Okay, maybe not *really* but still.) That is REALLY fun, especially since they do it all over the place. I mean, Hawaii!? Yes please! OH have you ever seen Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?! They should have a con for that where it’s like The Amazing Race or something and you have to FIND HER! A Three Dark Crowns con would also have to result in some murder- or at the very least, poisoning and wildlife attacks…
That’s true, Raven can do anything. But I like the Gagarin angle a lot more. And yeah I’m really interested in how they do episode one- like will it be all Clarke/ Spacekru, or will we see the bunker too? Man I’m kinda getting excited just talking about it- I wish the premiere date was closer. 🙁 And that first recap/ reaction post is gonna be fun!
That tweet is awesomeness. I mean cruise wear and Grounder mall? Has she been listening to us re: entrepreneurship? She’s branching out from Subway I guess. And did you see the tweet reply about the stick figure giving the finger? It DOES look like it ha ha. Too funny…
Cool yeah let me know we’ll be in sync finally w/ the episodes!
Yeah it was too easy to skip (but glorious of course). The fact that they didn’t CARE if you were there (well sometimes I guess- the one professor whose class I basically skipped the whole thing took a dim view when I showed up for the exam) and the fact that I never had to take friday classes- after high school that was the bomb! So yeah… it’s true though! Texting?? FFS how cool is that? Your friend’s across the school? No prob. I’d be bumping into people or into walls probably lol as I texted away…
I never thought of the scuba dudes! Yeah just overwrite those fuckers. Problem solved. The Director works in mysterious ways truly (aka plot holes). But I was glad to find a recap site because I haven’t seen much of that for Travelers. I definitely like Grace better only because she’s so fun and snarky, but honestly… David is like the best human ever? I mean the guy is helping the homeless during the pandemic. Pretty selfless.
I think Cottontail’s history. But yeah she’s a party girl. Tasya WAS tough. This whole we live for the mission stuff and there’s an AI telling us everything to do- they need to examine that more. Like I know the Faction is questioning it, but they’re obviously assholes. But the travelers themselves maybe need to question it. And they have Grace who programmed the damn thing? I hope S3 touches on that a lot. And yes the foreboding with Phillip, because he clearly he saw his teams’ futures, or some of them, in that update. It would suck to be the historian??
You should watch it if you’re interested, it’s good stuff. Read the book first though O.o
Wow thanks for sharing that about Handmaid’s. Cool that it’s coming back in April- although yeah it’s gonna be a crowded month. But I’m glad we don’t have to wait a frickin year? Finally!
See lobster in something? Maybe that’s the trick. Or if the meat is just there without, you know pincers or a head or whatever. Cause yeah recognizing the thing is not good. Alive is not good either. But yeah if they have warm versions that would be my thing probably. Speaking of alive things though, what about in like Thailand where they sell insects or whatever on the street? I mean I don’t think they’re alive, but… insects. They eat them? No. And I didn’t know sushi could have chicken. Again, novice 🙂 But once I try it I’m sure I’ll understand…
Yeah these longer series are crazy. Especially as a blogger- who’s got time to binge 10 books, I got other shit on my TBR, you know? Which may be why I read Mercy #1 a year ago and haven’t continued? Oops. Vampire academy though is a series I thought about trying, after seeing the movie. The movie SUCKED but it was kinda fun, in a campy way, and so many people said the books are MUCH better (I would hope so lol). So maybe… and Angelfall huh? I’ve heard of that… I’ll take a look. But I did like both The Wanderers and Through The Door and would like to find more like that (not that they were amazing, they were like 3 star reads, but I just liked em).
Mutations are always the answer. And yes robots joined the resistance. The robot experiments could have yielded half- robots! Cyborgs who are unstable. Even robot animals. Like Muttations, they track down poor humans and shred them. And everything’s automated so what can you trust? Like the robots take over your air car and it crashed into the ground, or ejects you (THAT could be fun). Or the power goes out and your robot servants stalk you in the darkness. why has no one made this?
I’m the same way with celebs. Not really into that whole thing, it’s more the fandom or the show itself that I love? I mean I appreciate the actors of course, but it’s not like I need a picture or an autograph, you know? I mean if there ws a writers panel I might want to go to that, to maybe get a sense of where they were gonna go on the show, even if it would me more fun maybe to see the stars on a panel just goof around for an hour. 🙂 And hey with Marissa at least you had SOMETHING to talk about! That’s pretty good considering you hadn’t read the books! Nice save… 🙂
lololol that’s the best. I laughed so hard! But yeah a different location every year, drawn from one of the books? I like it. And I have heard of carmen Sandiego, I never really knew what it was but wasn’t there a computer game for it too? I remember it being huge in the 90’s. But like a missing person theme for a con would be amazing! And can you imagine a TDC con? Poisons, maybe some wild cats walking around… you’d have to sign a liability waiver, clearly. Or you could live roleplay a Quickening or something, where three people have to face off? That could get out of hand in a fun way. there can be only one! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_J3VeogFUOs
Oh I am with you, them being on Gagarin would be such a trip! Especially if they leave the first episode on a cliffhanger of if they’re on the ship as friend or foe! THAT would be perfect. I have a feeling that we’re going to see SOME bunker action- only because we saw none in Praimfaya, so to have none again in Eden would be iffy. I do think we’ll get VERY minimal bunker action though, since the title IS Eden, it’s probably going to be mostly there, but I bet we get a couple scenes, at least of O, maybe in some Jaha-killing aftermath? ?
I love Adina! And yes, she must be branching out, before she’d only had a golf resort bwhahah. And it DOES look like that, but I think she’s just… well, about as good an artist as I am 😀 And then… there’s THIS- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/952039932083802117 HOLY. CRAP. That can’t be good. Guess we’re going to be bidding some people adieu. It sucks because I cannot even think of anyone who it wouldn’t absolutely kill me to lose at this point. Obviously those Gagarin people can go hahah. Though my tune could change I’m sure!
HA yes we’ll be in sync for two episodes, and then when I am on episode two, you’ll be on ten 😉
I loved the professors who were like “come, don’t come, I don;t care, but don’t come crying to me if you fail”. Because I could teach it to myself just fine, certainly well enough to pass the tests. But the assholes who wanted to pretend we were still in high school? Hated those guys. This one guy almost failed me, and it was the LAST class I needed to graduate, and we only got THREE absences all semester- and two of mine were totally legit, so when I ended up locking my keys inside my car right at the end of the semester… yeah, bad news. He ended up giving me a D because I literally SOBBED. And YES- I don’t even know why they offered class on Fridays, did anyone GO? I didn’t. Once I figured out that I could only take Tuesday/Thursday classes, life improved greatly. HA yes texting would have made life so much easier- hell, cell phones in general! I remember trying to dig for change to call my mom if we ever got out early or whatever, such a pain. I would be walking into shit too- but kids, they’re good at it, very coordinated hah.
HA yes, it is ALLLLL plot holes. I mean, I really am loving the show, but there are a ton of plot holes. Like- shouldn’t our team have gotten overwritten by now for all the damn rules they broke? DUDE David is the BEST. He gave away all his lottery money AND accidentally gave away his bike, too ? Who does that!? Damn it Marcy, get your shit together, he’s freaking perfect!
Good, I don’t want Cottontail back in my life. Do I have to deal with Jenny 3.0? I mean, I know she probably isn’t as shitty as Jenny 2.0, but I do not like her, and I low key am starting to ship Carly and Phillip? I got vibes that something was up- like when she asked him if he had feelings for her, and she seemed to be joking, but then later…. she was kind of wistful? I like it. Here for it. He’s like, an old soul, and she’s badass, they’d be so fun. Being the Historian would absolutely suck, I don’t know how he does it- i mean, he has to see so much horror, happening to people he loves. Oh! Did he then KNOW about MacLaren and Kat’s baby dying and all that? DAMN, that would be rough. And I agree, the Travelers need to really start to have some kind of autonomous thought processes, because right now, they’re being sheep.
I WILL read BLL book first! Mostly because I have no way to watch the show yet, but still 😀 I am SO glad that Handmaid’s wait won’t be terribly awful. AND I have to say, I kind of like the idea of only watching one episode of that a week? I feel like maybe it’s less horrifying somehow, or perhaps my mind will think so. It’s kind of exciting that we have NO idea what it will be about too!
YES, there you go! I am sure you’d like it IN stuff, there’s really nothing to not like, it doesn’t taste like, crazy fishy or anything. I wonder if there is such a thing as lobster sushi? That’d kill two birds with one stone hah. I didn’t know sushi could have chicken either! I think it was just a “special” roll, it doesn’t usually, but it was news to me too! I also agree about not knowing what it looks like when it’s alive- even like, turkeys and rotisserie chickens and such freak me out because it looks like a decapitated bird, and I know it IS a decapitated bird, but I don’t want to look at it as such! EW yes I have seen that kind of stuff, selling bugs on the street as “food”. Sorry friends, bugs are never food. Unless you’re Garza in the Dead Zone feeding Jaha, maybe. Anyone eating insects for any reason other than “otherwise I’d starve to death” has serious problems. That isn’t even a cultural thing, that”s just fucking WEIRD.
That is such a good point about bloggers and series- I think that might actually be a big part of why I am worse at series now, actually. Because there are 9283 other books, including review books for me, to read. I have heard good things about Vampire Academy, too! And I have liked other books by the author, so it might be worth it! Angelfall is seriously awesome, I don’t know how it didn’t get more love in the blogger community. I read it before I started blogging (well, the first two anyway) and I did see positive reviews, but just not a ton of people reading them at all. Sad. I have heard of The Wanderers, I might even have the first book hah. But I looked up Through the Door, and it looks interesting, and different! It did get a lot of mixed reviews though, so that’s kind of sad. But hey, at least you kind of liked it!
Half-robots would be EPIC. I am down for muttations, too. I love the idea about the power cutting out, because none of the rich people would know WHAT to do! HAH the ironic justice would be incredible. And like, the little kid survives because he was the only one who was ever nice to the robot or something? YES this needs to happen. Incidentally, we will hate this live action reboot because it will be FAR less impressive than the one we’ve created.
Yeah I mean, people who are like, obsessed with celebrities come off as like.. Idk, kind of silly, honestly? I mean- not to say liking celebrities is weird, or even going to cons and shit to see them! But the people who like, scream and cry and throw their clothes at celebs creep me out. They’re just human beings, you know? I WOULD want to see the goofing around panel though hah. Just because it would be a good time. But a writers one would be equally fabulous! Or even any kind of behind the scenes stuff, like set design or stunts, or anything! I actually mumbled, after the endpage debacle “and the books were really awesome too of course”. So not only did I mortify myself, then I LIED on top of it ? Though the next time I met her, I redeemed myself by… being a normal human being, I suppose?
YESSS it was a game and it was FABULOUS! My friend had it and we would spend HOURS at her computer playing it! The show was fun too, but I liked the game because I could actually play too! OH! Speaking of the 90s, I went to see I, Tonya today- please tell me that you remember THAT whole mess? (I told Rashika, and she said “who is that?” and I died a little inside.) I haven’t seen a movie in over a year because I am the worst, but I LOVED this movie. It was so freaking funny. And I figured you’d have to at least be aware of the story and appreciate its existence 😀
They really need to do some of these cons! Why was there no Hunger Games con? Where I could… paint myself into a rock, or take a Hovercraft ride?! (DId you see, incidentally, that there is a Hunger Games theme park? If I was rich, I would be there like, tomorrow. Even though people say it;’s in poor taste ?) HA can you imagine a bunch of book people fighting each other to the death TDC-style?! I imagine a bunch of people… well, running the other way, frankly. Make it an easy win for those of us who played 😀 I have NO IDEA what that video is from and it mildly scared me bwhahah.
I think you’re right. Imagine Clarke’s reaction if Bellamy and the rest come off the Gagarin. I kinda hope though they don’t spend half the episode showing Clarke and Madi and how they survived over the last 6 years- I mean that would be cool, in a way, but I want to see Spacekru and of course Bunkerkru too (even if only a bit). Let the speculation begin. And you know what, I think it’s going to go by fast, the 3 months we have left to wait. I mean we’re in mid-
January already. As long as Trump doesn’t kill us all.
These teasers are gonna kill us. Especially when they joke about killing themselves off! You’re right, who can we lose NOW? I mean last season was already a bloodbath, really.
Right? Ha ha that’s okay, I’ll slow down for ya. 🙂
No doubt! I had very few professors who were strict about attendance, it was pretty laissez- faire. Not that I skipped everything- I had a semester or two where I was partying a little too hard and missed a lot, but then I kinda got it together and actually went to class. It was just a weird time. But yes I don’t think I ever had a Friday class, and I loved that! That was the best.
I have totally wondered why the Director hasn’t overwitten the whole damn team! I mean someone told Carly to shoot Mac, right? Did we ever get an answer as to who sent her that command- the Director or someone else? I feel like compared to, say, 12 Monkeys there may be a little more, um, flexibility in how they handle these plot holes…
I don’t think we see Jenny 3.0. Although I’d be up for it hehe. No actually IDK it would depend on what they do with her- like if she became a staunch ally of the team, wouldn’t THAT be interesting .No? Okay *cough* moving on. 🙂 Seriously though, Carly and Phillip- I’d be ok with that. I liked that vibe too. And yes I want them to start questioning the Director big time. We need to see the future too, I think?
Can’t wait to see what you think of BLL. And same re: Handmaid’s. Too much horror to binge, although I did sorta binge the last three in a row and it’s a wonder I didn’t have nightmares. But they’re talking about the colonies for S2 so someone must get sent there? Ooh can’t wait!
I probably will be one of those “special roll” people. In fact I should google sushi special roll and see what options present themselves. Like can I get kung pao sushi? Somehow I gather not, but I can dream. But now I’m really curious about what options are available.
Through the Door I liked- it had some neat concepts. A bar that only supernaturals can find, filled with like Celtic deities (it read better than it sounds), a cool fight between the Celtic beings and mermaids on the English coast, the idea of this little girl being able to open portals to anywhere- it had some neat ideas. And then I tried to read the sequel and didn’t get far at all. So I guess that was it! And I can see why reviews were mixed, frankly. Angelfall I’ll have to seriously look at.
Damn right, there’s no WAY they’ll match the ideas we have! I mean robots throwing people to their doom? How are they gonna top that? But you’re right, the little kid scenario would be AWESOME. I love that. And maybe his parents beg him to save them and what can he do? Will the robots cooperate? Ah the possibilities. But maybe he’s pissed about Astro so he secretly sabotages the robots and the kid saves the day?!?
I’ve only met a few authors, the biggest one was George RR Martin of course but I also met Terry Brooks and a few others. Jessica Brockmole I met at a signing like a few weeks after I started blogging, and I even asked for an interview (which she graciously granted) so that was kinda cool. But compared to a lot of book bloggers I haven’t met that many. I need to do more bookish cons in general.
I do remember Tonya, and it still kills me that girl whacked another skater with a bat (or whatever it was). I mean, damn! Ha ha I’d kinda like to see that movie! And the fact that it’s funny even more so. Is it funny because the whole damn thing was so sordid, or funny in a comedic way? I’m very curious about that movie!
Where is the Hunger games theme park? It seems like I heard something about that, and there was a protest about the bad taste- yeah that sounds familiar. And yeah casual fans probably wouldn’t go for actual violence, but if they had a way to keep it safe somehow… I’d pay to see that. I mean they have live action roleplaying (I actually played a vampire LARP at GenCon once, and it was SO fucking boring) so how much of a stretch would it be? But yes imagine the Cornucopia/ initial bloodbath lol.
lmao that video was from Highlander (the first movie- I guess the rest all sucked). You haven’t heard “there can be only one”????? Or Princes of the Universe by Queen?? oy 🙂
How about this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pRfNMAgxYs
Okay I just choked on my Coke Zero because of the Trump thing- is it bad that one of my biggest worries is “this asshole is going to nuke us all before I get to see Bellarke”? Because even if it is bad, it’s true! Because you’re right, it doesn’t seem *that* long now, I suppose. And we’ll probably keep getting news now- we still have the trailer, more cast members I assume, the last 3 episode titles… yeah, we can totally make it! I think they won’t have the beginning ALL Clarke and Madi? Because it seems super boring, I agree. Even though I am sure their story is a big deal, I don’t want to watch Clarke mom her way through an episode. I DO, however, want to see her face if Bellamy is on that damn ship!
Damn, last season really was- and it was so funny because up until Die All, Die Merrily, it wasn’t bad! But we KNEW the other shoe would drop- I just didn’t know it would be THAT bad, damn. They could probably get away with offing Emori and Echo. But I swear, if they kill Miller or Jackson after 5 seconds of happiness, I will be PISSED. I still feel like Abby’s days are numbered too. I hope I’m wrong. I also wonder about Indra- and I REALLY hope she doesn’t go!
HA thanks 😀 Though, if I can binge anything faster, it would be The 100 I suppose, so I will try to keep up!
You NEVER had a Friday class!? HOW!? Ours were either M-W-F or T-TH, even though I always thought they should just do M-W, but no one ever put me in charge. It’s nice that you actually got your shit together- I literally never did. It’s so funny because in high school, I was all about it. But in college, ugh. I went from the homesick phase, to the partying too much phase, then to the “swimming is more important” phase, then right to the “fuck, I don’t care about any of this anymore” phase. But my college was stupid- like, I didn’t know that going in, because I don’t think I’d have gone, but like, I’m pretty sure my pillow could graduate as long as it paid tuition. And a lot of colleges my friends went to seemed like that too- the smaller, private colleges? I guess they really did only care about money. So dumb.
Oh wow I don’t think we DID ever find out who gave Carly that command! Not the Director, I presume, since the Faction wouldn’t have gotten in had Mac broken the machine? They should have basically all been rewritten several times over. The one with the kid president was great- is it just me, or did that little girl seem suspiciously Hillary-like? The show understands us ? But the best, the BEST was watching Marcy 1.0-2.5’s lives, OMG. I nearly DIED when she wasn’t always mentally handicapped! FUCKING VINCENT, really!?!? That was so upsetting to watch, but also really done well. And DAVID, holy shit, as if I didn’t love him enough already?!? It was all pretty damn epic. And yeah, they DO play a little fast and loose with the plot holes but… I still like it hah.
I mean, I WOULD like if Jenny 3.0 has to be a thing, for her to be on the Team’s side, but I would also just rather her NOT be a thing? Idk, she just rubbed me the wrong way from the start, and I don’t know if she can redeem herself now. Oh man, can you imagine Carly’s ex if she and Phillip got together? Ugh. YES we NEED the future- this isn’t even a question, it’s a necessity! At least maybe a PERSON from the future, something. I’ll even take little bits and pieces! And lots of questioning- especially from the Team, because they like to freaking question everything the way it is, so they might as well.
YESS I cannot wait to see these supposed colonies! I feel like it was purposeful that we didn’t see them in S1? Because they must be NOTHING like what they claim. For awhile I thought maybe it was just code for killing people, but now I kind of wonder if it’s like, a place where they force people to work or something? Medical experiments? I am so curious!
OH you know, an Asian-infusion place may be the way to go! That’s what the place with the chicken thing was. Here- http://www.bluwasabi.com/ It’s like… not just straight up Japanese or sushi, which is why they have some special kind of stuff that you might not find at a typical sushi place! The chicken thing was a daily special, not on the menu, though. (Also, do you see whatever “quail egg” is? I want to talk to whoever is eating such a thing. Because… no.) I think research is good anyway though, because I mean, you don’t want to end up eating the aforementioned quail egg? So obviously we will have to find a good place 😀
I did see that a lot of people thought the Celtic part of Through the Door was cool… but then got a little bored hah. The bar thing… Idk, I think the same thing is in Harry Potter? ? The setting does sound pretty fabulous- especially if mermaids are involved! And Angelfall is one of my faves- so I definitely recommend it! The third book (and last) wasn’t as good as it could have been though, sadly. Like it wasn’t bad, it just… wasn’t as epic as the first two.
The kid could take over the whole world with the help of the robots! And imagine the parents and the ditzy daughter trying to beg for their lives!? HA. And he could have a robot glide on in to list off their past sins- like Jasper/ALIE with “Finn Collins, Death by Clarke. Atom, acid fog… then Death by Clarke.” While they all are tortured or something. (Well, that just took a VERY dark turn for a 1960s children’s cartoon…)
Meeting George IS like meeting a celebrity though! That is so amazing. And I feel like Terry Brooks is pretty big too. I’ve not heard of Jessica, but that is SO nice of her, my goodness! And so cool that you were able to ask her, too! And not… Idk, cry or talk about cover art ? I’ve met quite a few, just at BEA and ALA, but I’ll be honest, it kind of didn’t live up to the hype for me? Now, when I got to talk to Marissa Meyer at the Macmillan party, THAT was really exciting. But regular author lines? Mehhh. Like- the first few of a conference I get excited about, and by the end, I am mostly worried about coffee, not author lines hah. Also, I somehow have missed ALL of my favorite authors, by some weird circumstance or another, so maybe it isn’t in the cards. That said, you absolutely need to go to more book stuff, no question! I still want to go to NOLA, because that will probably be the only bookish thing I do this year, if I do go. But who even knows!
HA so okay, Tonya technically never hit anyone- and no one is even really sure if she knew about it. But her ex-husband and his weirdo friend (I mean, they were both weirdos, don’t get me wrong ha) apparently talked to some (also super weird) dudes about sending Nancy Kerrigan death threats, via mail. And then one of the guys (and it is unknown if they took it into their own hands, or if the ex and friend said to) whacked her in the knee with a police baton. And it was definitely dark humor, but also made funnier by the sheer stupidity of half the people involved? And like- parts of it are even sad, because Tonya had a rough life, but they set it off with just the BEST sarcasm and dark humor that it works. It was incredibly well done.
It’s in Dubai! I guess the whole park is not Hunger Games, but it has a section? Honestly, that’s a tad disappointing. But they do have Caesar Flickerman display, so that’s something- https://www.dubaiparksandresorts.com/en/discover/motiongate/attractions That isn’t all of it but I guess some? Idk it’s hard to find, Dubai should be a little more easily searchable. There was supposed to be one in Atlanta, but I think it may have been scrapped. Honestly, as much as I wish it were a “thing”, I don’t think there’s enough interest anymore, sadly.
HA I would also pay to see a bunch of book bloggers “kill” each other. I mean, if they can stop fighting on Twitter long enough to poison and bite or whatever haha. I knew this guy who did LARP stuff a lot but also he slept in a coffin that he made himself, and he tried to convince us that he was an heir to the Polish monarchy, and I don’t think there even is one? What I’m saying is, I’d not have gone out into the woods with him at night. Sad that it was boring though- I mean, I can see why it would, since you know it’s not real? I feel like personally, I’d just never be able to pretend THAT much, you know? It would feel like… shitty acting, with other shitty actors, I think? ?
::Googles Highlander:: yes, I am that much of a mess, obviously haha. Even after googling, I’m pretty sure I have never heard of it before, oops! I HAVE seen Gladiator… but only because in college we watched on the bus to a very far away swim meet, not by actual choice ? I had a Queen cassette tape! It was their first Greatest Hits, because I looked it up to make sure hahha. So I mean, I am not the *worst*, but pretty bad 😀
Yes! Let us live long enough to see Bellarke. I mean you gotta have priorities! If he can just hold off long enough to let us get some things done in our shows… it’s like no dude we don’t want you to CAUSE Praimfaya, we just want to watch more of it if you can lay off all the doomsday tweeting lol.
Indra MUST NOT die. I would seriously revolt. And none of this she died saving Octavia or whatever. Just no. Which surprises me- why do I love Indra so much? It must be that Adina just plays her so well- I mean she’s so tough but then that friendship w/ Kane came out of nowhere, and her relationship w/ O. She’s just awesome. I would miss Abby, and even Echo too now maybe (did I just say that???), but Indra would be where I draw the line. 🙂 Find some randos to kill Rothenberg- no more favorites!
I never did. Almost all my classes were M/W or T/TH, and if there was a Friday class I never took it. Maybe that’s changed? I loved it tho (obvs). And I think college a lot of times is all about phases, I mean we’re still learning who we are (or aren’t) right? Except for those people who have it all figured out and roll right through and become doctors or something- we won’t talk about them. 🙂 And I think college is great, don’t get me wrong, but it doesn’t prepare EVERYBODY for careers, you know? I mean the jobs I’ve had were not related to my degree at all! I mean you still learn valuable stuff, how to think critically blah blah, but the work I do doesn’t come from my degree! And if I had it to do over I’d do a lot of things different. I also think that when we were young (wait we’re not?????) college was just assumed- there was never any question about going for many of us. If you were middle class you went. And I’m not saying I wouldn’t go, because absolutely I would. But I think now with millennials or whatever- they go home to live after college cause they can’t find a job? So I think college may be questioned a bit more as we go forward, especially given how expensive it is and the ridiculous student loan debt.
I loved that episode with little Hillary! The shoot out and the way the girl was pretty cool under pressure. Plus Mac and that one asshole dude sorta came to an understanding. Good stuff. And ooh you got to THAT part, with past Marcy. Yes that motherf$%%^ Vincent I hate him now! lol I SO wanted someone to just kill him. Wait til the finale. Will blow your mind.
Jenny was kind of a bitch. 🙂 And Carly’s ex- it was weird, it almost seemed like they were trying to redeem him, they had that one scene where he was watching the kid semi- responsibly, but then he kinda seemed like a jerk again towards the end? Although after the finale… yeah. Can’t say much about that til you watch it. But I’m kinda tired of him. And I can’t believe Mac doesn’t question the Director like AT ALL. Imagine if an AI sent us back to screw with time repeatedly, and we never questioned it? Hmm… unless the future is so fucked that they’re like screw it we’ll go!
Asian fusion may be the place to go. Or one of those places that has Chinese too and I’ll just bail at the last minute and have Chinese! Okay just kidding. I have to try. But yeah Blu Wasabi looks awesome. I have to say the yellowtail jalapeno sounds good. Quail egg *sputter* ???? Gah! Ooh octopus (no). Eel sauce??? But hey the spicy maki combo might have my name on it. 🙂
Okay I’m looking at specialty rolls now. The red dragon roll sounds good (in spite of the aforementioned eel sauce). Maybe it’s good? The solstice roll sounds good too, although I’m not big on avocado. Seriously though this place looks nice. I’ve seen asian fusion places around here, but haven’t tried ’em. Now I’m kinda looking forward to it? I bet their onion soup is the bomb.
I’m not sure about the Harry Potter bar, so I don’t know how it compares. As I recall the bar in Through the Door was set in a rough area, off an alley or something, and you had to literally have the Celtic/ fae blood to even find it. Once you went in it was all dark and the Celtic- blooded beings were in there, there were a bunch of them descended from the gods or whatever- it’s kinda fuzzy, I read it probably three or four years ago. Kind of a neat place though. But yeah I couldn’t get into the sequel at all!
“Death by Clarke” oh my gosh I love that! Totally forgot. One of the best lines ever. Nothing like rubbing salt in the wound. And can you imagine George fucking everything up? Come here Elroy, now tell them this- and Elroy’s all like fuck you dad, they listen to ME now and some robot disintegrates George. Oops. Okay I looked up the JEtsons on Wikipedia and we have some stuff to work with there. It says that Elroy is super smart, so yeah he could lead the robots. Rosie is- wait for it- authoritarian and an older model, so I say she’s ready for a breakdown and/ or a batshit crazy dissociative episode where she murders freely. And George’s work computer RUDI is a member of Society for Preventing Cruelty to Humans (well that’s out the fucking window). We have all the seeds we need for robot uprising. Oh and just a by-the-by. George works an hour a day, two days a week. And the wiki says the robots/ machines do everything for them but they still complain of being exhausted lol. I am *cough thinking of actually watching these now if I can find them cough*
George was super cool. He liked to joke about how his first book signing no one came (I think he tells that one at every appearance). They were all cool actually. Jessica had like maybe two dozen people tops, it was her debut book, but it was nice small event. Nice that you got to talk to Marissa at a publisher party though! I feel like that’s where you can actually have a conversation- the signing lines, yeah not so much. So true.
Oh Tonya never did the hitting? I guess I thought she did. That must explain why she was always so indignant that people blamed her, I remember that now. I probably knew it at the time and just forgot. Of course it was some rando weirdos- and a police baton? FFS really? And the dark humor and sarcasm sounds so on point- I can just imagine, because I do remember Tonya kinda came from a hard background? But a police baton? Damn.
Dubai? My cousin was in Abu Dhabi or thereabouts teaching English the last few years, but he’s in china now. I’ll have to ask if he heard anything about it. I see they have a train ride to the Capitol and an aerial Panem tour. Hmm. And Smurfs too? I kinda like Smurfs.
What??? Oh my… sleeping in a coffin? Um, no. That would freak me out. But a lot of the LARP’ers were kinda strange? And it was just standing around talking, and they all knew what they were doing because they knew the game rules and all that, and they would just go around the hotel to differen places and like “role play”. Yeah right. Boring as fuck. Never did one of those again. although it was kinda fun to see them on the street corners at night by the convention center- dressed up in cloaks with hoods and you know, being “vampires”- I imagine the locals don’t see that every day. You gotta love a gaming con.
Highlander ha ha. Such a crappy movie but it has its moments. And you’re not the worst, hey you know who Queen is! Fun band, but they did music for some BAD movies. My personal favorite by them is the so-bad-it’s good Flash Gordon. That theme song is epic.
Police baton??? Poor Nancy…
HA right? Maybe he is a fan of the show and is not content with just watching? Pissed that ALIE got all the glory in 2052? Maybe he thinks it’s REAL, and wants to beat ALIE to it! Seriously though, can you imagine all the shows that would be left hanging in the balance?! (Erm I mean, all the people that would die, I am totally not thinking about TV shows hahah.)
I think we DO love Indra so much because Adina is so awesome and we do not want to lose her! And O can’t lose anyone else! And Kane and Indra are besties! I feel like Abby is going to die. I always feel this way, I suppose, but I extra feel it maybe? Only because… what the hell are they going to do with her, now that Kabby is a thing? I would miss Echo too, though not as much as the others- unless she’s changed a lot, because I DID love her in the last few episodes. It would be pretty rude if Harper died too, for Monty’s sake. Unless they kill Monty, but that is also rude to Monty ? I feel like Jaha’s death will hopefully be enough for the first couple episodes? Maybe? (Who am I kidding, he’ll have killed half our faves by episode 2.)
Well, your college was doing things the RIGHT way if you ask me. I actually have always kind of figured that it would be best to work 4 days, have 3 days off, even if the 4 days were longer? But I mean, no one asked me, so alas. Ugh, so true about college! I feel like college was such a mess for me, but maybe you’re right about discovering things- I mean, I definitely learned a lot of what I DON’T want to be, so I suppose that’s a step. Those people who have their shit together, career paths decided, etc? Yeah I hate those people hahah. Not really of course, just SO envious! My best friend in college was kind of like that- at least with the career, she’d always known she wanted to be an engineer, and now she lives in a huge house in Texas, making ALL the money doing engineering crap. I agree that college DOES have value, but it also isn’t as necessary as it’s made out to be, especially for people who don’t want certain careers. I mean, I am glad I went, and would go again (but do SO MANY things differently, no question), but I know a lot of people who really would have been better off saving their money? And YEP, like you said, it was a non-question (and yes, we’re still young, many generations -fine, a couple- still alive and older 🙂 ) It wasn’t “are you going?”, but “Where are you going?”. My brother didn’t want to go, but that was unheard of, so he wasted a shit ton of money and now works on the railroad. Making more than anyone he knows who finished college! I hope it’s questioned! I feel like I was one of the first round of millennials who did the whole move back in with parents after college thing (I mean- I BARELY qualify as a millennial, but I’ll take it ?) because there were NO jobs. I lifeguarded for like, 3 years! But back then it was like “what the hell is wrong with these kids, get a job!” because no one understood that we just… couldn’t, unless it was in a certain field, or you got lucky basically. It took a lot more time than it used to.
GAH I am watching the finale tonight, which is SAD because now I have to also wait a whole year to see S3. There better be a S3. But if someone doesn’t kill Vincent… ugh. I love how he just kidnaps people and swaps them for other people? Like, takes the therapist, swaps for MacLaren, then takes Kat, probably will try to swap again. Fuck that guy.
And YES- I thought Jeff was okay too for a hot second, until he comes in and starts basically trying to assault Carly! OMG and Phillip saving her from killing him!? DAMN. Chills. I am so excited to watch it now, I don’t even want to do the post that I know I must haha. I think the future WAS that fucked up? I honestly have no idea how THAT many people would volunteer to come back to a certain death (or at the very least, leave their whole lives behind) if the future wasn’t bleak as hell. I wonder if it will be an upcoming plot point? It almost needs to be, if I am going to buy this constant influx of Travelers!
NO it cannot be a place where you can bail at the last minute! ? I mean… it can. But you’d be so sad, and jealous of all the amazing sushi, and then feel that you have missed out. No one wants that. The spicy maki combination is the thing I always get! It is the bessttttt. I don’t know if I have ever had octopus? I think once, not in sushi though. Unless we count calamari, in which case, it’s one of my faves. (Oh, and I googled eel sauce, and apparently it doesn’t generally have actual eel in it? It’s just served with eel a lot? Who knew, sounds like it would! I have had eel sushi though, and it’s good!) And yeah, I am not an avocado fan myself either, idk why it’s in so much stuff! I love Blu Wasabi, it’s so, so good. I have never had onion soup because I entirely loathe onions, as they are my least favorite food on the planet, but their miso soup is really good! And um, you should be more than KINDA looking forward to it! 😀
DUDE that is exactly how the Harry Potter bar is! It’s in some weird alley in a city, and only the wizards can find it! (I only know this because I am reading HP to Lena now, and I just read this part a few days ago hah. I swore I’d never read the rest of HP, yet here I am.) Sucks that the sequel wasn’t good though. That happens entirely too often these days.
Rosie actually reminds me of Aunt Lydia! So she can totally be the badass- or like, a cross between Lydia and Indra ? And yes Elroy is obviously in charge on the human end. I figure the show can start with some awful bullying happening to Elroy (and whoever else he lets into his coalition) and him overhearing Rosie’s plan to overthrow the human race, and she thinks he’s going to end her, but NO, Elroy wants to join her! And are you SERIOUS with George? That right there is fodder for the resistance! The people on the ground are probably working like, 12 hour days every day just to survive, and this asshat cries over having to put on pants!
Aw that is cute about George! I mean, I am sure he never expected this, especially after such humble beginnings. It’s kind of nice, really. Hopeful. Jessica’s sounds nice too- it must be so scary to have a debut party. Because yeah, what if no one shows up!? It WAS nice to just… chat. About not even just “OMG I love your book” just like “so, this wine is good” or whatever. So much more laid back. And actually, the wine probably didn’t hurt either ?
NOPE- and that’s one of the things that pisses her off I think, was how skewed the story became. They have video of the attack, it’s clear to see it was a guy, and Tonya was accounted for on the ice. And yeah, she DID come from a really awful background, which of course the movie goes into- I didn’t know HOW bad it was until then, and you really can’t help but feel for her. I had liked Nancy, at the time, and felt awful for her of course but… Idk, since then, she’s been kind of a whiny pain in the ass about it. And didn’t show good sportsmanship when she didn’t win the gold medal. Yep, a collapsible police baton, which… I mean, in hindsight, it’s hilarious. Now that she’s okay. I remember that so well, too- it’s probably the first big news scandal I ever followed seriously hahha.
Wowww, jealous of your cousin, that sounds like an amazing experience! And yeah, the Smurfs seem to fit MUCH better than Hunger Games? Like who wouldn’t be down for a Smurfs ride? But do I really want to take a train to the Capitol? Because literally the only reason they let you do that is if they’re throwing you into the arena. And frankly, I don’t trust that I’d make it out alive. Or survive the bloodbath. Or not fall off my explosive pedestal. Or the costumed chariot ride.
HA this dude was weiiiird. But I think he also tried to get people to think he was weirder than he actually was? I am dying at the “vampires” just chit-chatting on the street! Like… shouldn’t you be biting someone? (Though really, let’s be happy that they didn’t try to bite anyone. Can you imagine THAT headline?) It definitely must be fun to walk around your otherwise mundane town and see people in all kinds of costumes and such! It does sound pretty boring though, in terms of the actual “role playing”. Sad!
HA that I do. You know, I actually learned who they were FROM a crappy movie! It was D2: The Mighty Ducks, and I bought the soundtrack and they were on it, so I bought the whole tape! Incidentally, I was obsessed with that damn movie. I googled Flash Gordon, and I am dying again. Because that is too much, you are right- it’s ridiculous, but I’ll be damned if it isn’t catchy! The rest of the movie looks… well, same ?
Yes I bet the 100 fans in Hawaii were PISSED when they thought missiles were incoming and we don’t have S5 yet! Way to go CW!! But luckily they have a little more time after all.
I fear for Abby as well. I think Kane thrives when there’s chaos and if Abby lives they’re not going to just let them retreat into married bliss, right? But if Abby gets preggers then it could get interesting! I fear you’r right tho. Harper is another one who doesn’t HAVE to be there, so I always feel like she’s kinda expendable. I think Echo will stick around, they seem to have plans for her? But yeah Jaha may get us through a few episodes. And maybe some Bunkerkru randos because after all we keep seeing Terminator, er Octavia, all blood covered, so she’s clearly killing SOMEBODY. I feel like Emori could go away too, that provides angst for Murphy and frees him up to eventually be with someone else (Raven???)
See I thought all colleges did that. Hmm. Maybe I was just really lucky? But yeah I would 4 days on/ 3 off in a heartbeat. That extra day would be killer. And yeah it used to be you needed college to make more money than you could as a HS graduate, but not anymore. It just isn’t necessary for some people, true. And college doesn’t guarantee you a job anymore. It’s a scary world now. But yeah a lot of people don’t get it, especially the older generations that had it relatively easier. They think everybody’s a slacker but there’s just not enough jobs now, at least not ones that pay enough to live on.
Ha I hated Vincent so much after the finale, can’t wait to see what you think. Talk about plot twist. Although I’m not sure how I feel about the very end, because it feels kinda trope-ish. Like after everything they’ve done now THIS happens, in terms of their families/ significant others? Curious your thoughts. And yes I wanted Carly to kill Jeff, even though it was cool that Phillip stopped her. Ooh ooh I gotta tell you- since we’re talking time travel- I just saw today that 12 Monkeys is going to the Middle Ages in S4, and it comes back this summer they said. Yay! Here’s the scoop. http://ew.com/tv/2018/01/13/12-monkeys-finale-season-photos-spoilers/
Well clearly I made a good choice then in thinking the spicy maki sounded good! Between that and some of those special rolls I think I may be on to something. I love spicy food so that’s a plus. And who knows maybe I’ll like eel sauce? I’m not a fan of onions either, although I like French onion soup (no idea why) and I’ve been eating it on pizza more as I move away from meat toppings. But that’s about it. And TBH I AM looking forward to it, because now I want to try this stuff. Expand my culinary horizons 🙂
Hmm that bar thing does sound awful similar- I wonder if the author of Through the Door kinda cribbed it unconsciously. And I’ve only ever read the first book- HP didn’t really wow me.
I know? George needs to get his shit together. Clearly a Republican *smirk* Although his boss Spacely or Sprocket or whatever his name was was an ass if I remember. Probably doesn’t offer health insurance to his employees or something. I love the idea of Elroy and Rosie working together. She goes from put-upon housekeeper to cold blooded enforcer, I’m down for that. I can see her swooping into Elroy’s school like a robotic angel of death and chucking all the bullies off the side to their doom. But with Elroy she’s all gentle and shit.
“So this wine is good” lol. I know, what do you say sometimes?? Like they haven’t heard “I love your book OMGGGGGGGGG” squeal a million times. I always wonder in a situation like that- what can you say that’s original??
It is kinda funny, in a horrible way. I can just imagine these dufuses with a police baton going after a skater- they must have been incredibly stupid. And it totally sounds like Tonya got a raw deal. Because she was the “bad girl” no doubt and Nancy was like the golden girl or something. All I remember is WHYYY?? Which is awful I know, I feel bad for laughing (I’m horrible), but then I found this. And it happened in Detroit?????? Gah
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voUMQrLy_uY
Yeah what’s up with the explosive pedestals FFS? I’d be trying to sabotage those or something- “um mine’s stuck, I’m not gonna be able to make it into the arena, sorry. Technical malfunction.” Of course they’d probably just shoot me or throw my ass in, but hey you gotta try. And I still need to Youtube the Catching Fire bloodbath since now that I’ve read the book I want to see it on screen again. But I’m not sure I’d want to do what my cousins doing, actually. At least not in the UAE. It was hard to date I guess because you know Westerners can’t just ask an Arab woman to date, apparently. All that Muslim bullshit. Although in China he doesn’t have that problem. But fuck the Middle East. He liked UAE okay though, other than that, and there were other expats to hang with or date, and it was WAY better than Saudi Arabia I guess since he was there for a while too and they were, not surprisingly, much stricter than the UAE.
Here’s a video I found of a LARP at Gencon – although in this one they’re just hanging around a table. Looks more like just a tabletop session to me, but ? The one I was in was people standing around and moving to other locations- I guess they;re all different. Anyway here it is. Oh and what’s with the camera guy zooming in on the blond chick in the last 10 seconds or so? Skeevy fucker lol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8_KKWJuofU
And it’s much more fun to see them in full vampire dress, although I guess that one dude here has wings on?
Oh my gosh I found this too. Because Youtube is everything. A Vampire: the Masquerade event in NOLA. You will laugh. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTU6Y2q1r6w
Wow I can’t have that 10 minutes back lol.
Catchy little tune isn’t it? O.o
Bwhahah seriously! Although luckily, they get to live in Hawaii, so I think that helps balance it all out. I feel like I would watch far fewer shows if I lived there- though The 100 would obviously still be priority in times of impending apocalypses.
I think a pregnant Abby would be her only hope, although she’d be 46 now, which is rather old to be having accidental bunker babies? Not impossible of course, and I would be down, obviously. But yeah, you’re so right about Kane thriving- they need him, and I feel like he has so much more to offer. The only thing *maybe* keeping Abby safe is that Isaiah leaving is a big deal, so maybe they don’t want to get rid of one of their last two “big” adults? OH speaking of Echo- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/953390356577570817 And also, we finally see one of the new characters, Zeke!! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/953368844202061824 Is it awful that I want Murven more than I want Emori to stay alive? Oops? And yes, I think that grieving clans will be some good fodder too. Plus, some of the Gagarin people won’t make it, I’m sure. Just… don”t kill our faves, Jason!
Ah, no, I think you were lucky! I mean, everyone I knew had class on Friday, I think? Not that I fully remember this, but I feel like I would have been super jealous if people hadn’t, and would have remembered that part ? And yeah- I mean, might as well work extra hours while you’re already there, and then have a full day where you don’t have to like, wear real clothes! There have been studies promoting this, too- that people are more productive that way. And yeah, college is basically the Boomers’ equivalent of a high school diploma. And you nailed the biggest problem- it isn’t even necessarily about finding a job, it’s about finding one that you can live on. Like- I know my parents had EVERYTHING paid for in their jobs: health insurance, retirement, dental, vision, life insurance, the whole thing. Now, most jobs pay for NONE of that, and still have shitty salaries. So yeah, how the hell are people supposed to live, exactly, when the price of all the things has increased, yet salaries have not and benefits have dropped off? It’s just basic math! Liike no one WANTS to work at the fucking mall or a fast food place or whatever after spending a lot of years and money at schooL! But those are the options for a lot of people- and of course, it just leads to them digging further into debt, so the whole cycle can keep on going.
OOOH do I have feelings about the finale. Some of them good, some of them not. First, Vincent is THE. WORST. Stealing that woman’s body, for real!?!? I hate him more than I thought I even could. Using Simon, lying to the therapist’s daughter, what a monster. But I LOVED the part where they were all in the room together, I kept cracking up every time someone was like “wait, who the hell are you?!” bwhahha. It was an epic use of side characters, no question. But it fell apart for me at the very end. I believed Kat’s reaction, actually. That seemed legit. But the others? I mean, why the fuck would Grace be mad!? Or David!? He KNEW that Marcy’s mind had totally changed- that is why he was down to freaking sleep with her, because she WASN’T the same Marcy that he’d been a social worker for. That was probably the least believable for me, because of all people, David would have been on her side. And why the hell did Maya’s dad care!? Phillip made him plenty of bank, why does it matter?
Holy shit! Thank you for sharing that, this is so exciting!! I mean, Medieval 12 Monkeys is like, the thing I never knew I always needed ? It is going to be SO epic, but maybe they calm down with the sepia filters, and we’ll be okay. I have so many questions, too! Summer, ugh, I hope by summer they mean “May, like last year”.
HA yes, indeed! It is so good- and not like, overly spicy or anything (though I always eat it with wasabi because frankly, can things even BE too spicy?) so you can still like, taste it. And yeah, the eel sauce seems relatively benign, at first I had assumed like, “eels in a blender” and no one wants that. But… onions are the devil’s work, and ruin perfectly good food? Sigh. The rest of the world doesn’t understand the struggle of onion hate. (Seriously, they’re in EVERYTHING, whyyyy?) And YAY good, you should be excited. Certainly for expanding your culinary horizons, and also for getting to hang out with meeee 😀
Oh, I hated HP, I was so BORED. I rated it 2 stars, never bothered with the rest hahah. But… here I am, reading it again. I do like it a little more this time? It still isn’t “OMG amazing” like everyone else thinks, but it’s infinitely better than reading the same Berenstain Bears books I already read 273 times, so there’s that. Also, yeah, she definitely…. borrowed a little, though I suppose the idea isn’t wholly unique? Like- I could see another human coming up with it but also, most people have read HP at this point so who knows!
EW he is definitely a Republican! Goes to work, makes tons of money for doing nothing, STILL complains about it, and looks down at the people beneath him (in this case, it’s more literal than figurative, but it fits). Oooh yeah, I think you’re right about the boss being an ass! Now that you mention it, that does sound familiar. I always kind of thought that the Jetsons just kind of ripped off the Flintstones, tbh. Same setup, basically. Just… opposite? OH yeah, Rosie basically turns into his surrogate mom! And at the end, when they’ve almost found freedom, the opposition tries to silence Elroy, but Rosie throws herself in the line of fire to save him. Or something along those lines.
Exactly, I mean, I am sure it’s always awesome to hear that people love your book but like.. I can’t fake enthusiasm for very long, and I was definitely more excited about wine, so there it is. I think you basically can’t be original unless you’re a super fan? Because other than “I loved the book” or “X character is the best” or whatever… what do you say? Here’s one for you: I was trying to tell an author how important I thought her book was, and I started tearing up. So that’s mortifying. Basically, I am sticking to wine 100% of the time from now on 😀
Oh Nancy was totally the golden girl! And tbh, I thought she was kind of bitchy when I’d see her on TV and such. And I mean… I know it feels awful to laugh, but that video will never NOT be funny. Especially because she was FINE. Also, I am in love with the randos in the video, in all their mid-90s glory of scrunchies and hair spray and old mustaches! And yep, it was some big event in Detroit, National Championships, I think! I didn’t know that until the movie either.
HA seriously- they’d probably just come down and beat you to death like they did with Cinna. But it would be better than like, Cato’s death, anyway. Can you imagine, all the terrified tributes standing on the pedestals, then BAM, some kid just comes flying out of theirs, landing on their ass in the middle of the Cornucopia? Bwhahah that would be fabulous. Missed opportunity for Suzanne, really. I think UAE would be a fun place to visit, at least? I’d probably give a hard pass to Saudi Arabia- especially as a woman. I mean, to each their own, but I prefer like, driving, and not wearing full body cover or whatever the hell I’d have to do there. Ew, do they have to like, ask a girl’s dad?! That would be awful. Like, I don’t need my dad to know my business! The whole idea of daughters being “property” skeeves me out, honestly. And I don’t buy the whole “it’s culture” argument, because there are plenty of Muslim people who don’t do that shit. Because women aren’t property. (Erm, tangent, sorry.) But China is more relaxed? That’s good! It must be hard to move around so much though, to so many different places, get acclimated with so many different cultures, etc.
OMG not only did he zoom in on the blond chick, but he zoomed in to try to look at her boobs! What an ASS! What is the crap they keep putting around their necks, the ones standing up? The whole thing…. well I think I’ve seen more exciting paint drying, womp womp. I mean, at least the one you did had… moving. Because vampires… they do move. I have never seen a book or show or whatever that featured vampire…. conferences? That is what it looked like. “Okay, we have the midwest vampire conference at 3pm in room 2B” ? I went back to look at the wings you speak of, and I noticed that the camera guy STARTS the video by zooming OUT from a lady’s ass. So yeah, this guy is the worst, basically. OOOH I see the wings now, I thought it was a backpack!
Did the girl’s haircolor change during the video? Is it the same girl? More boob zooming, I am dying, what is with these people!? ? I think the most ridiculous part, and most entertaining, is watching the motley assortment of people in the background. Wait stop what happened to her eyes?! Erm okay, momentary distraction while she stole my soul, it’s fine now. Anyyyyway. You’ve got like, Guy on Phone Looking Terrified, Guy Sitting in Middle of Room Alone, Dancing Girl Without Appropriate Skirt Coverage, Drunk Girl Nearly Falling Over While Gyrating on Stage… the whole gang was there. Good times. I won’t lie, it was moderately worth the 10 minutes of my life just to people watch hahah.
No shit I’d be on that beach all the time! Oh man Hawaii- that would rock. Except for missiles. But hey other than that… I’d probably have to give up some Netflix too!
Yeah Abby’s on the bubble, poor thing. Does her medical expertise help her? I mean they’ve got Jackson. I don’t know if he’s a full doctor though? I never could figure that out. And no!! it is not bad that you want Murven more than Emori- I would too. Fuck Emori lol. Okay that’s not nice but really, they;ve already got Echo they’re moving up- what do we need Emori for? She feels like baggage. And Zeke! Cool. He almost looks like a young KArl Urban in that pic…
Wow I had no idea. No Friday classes was totally a thing at my school. Huh. And oh my gosh right? Remember when people used to get PENSIONS? My grandpa had one. Must be nice! Now you’re lucky to get a 401k FFS. And with the so-called “gig” economy you’re right companies are starting to not even offer benefits now. Fucking America. Shithole country lol.
Vincent is fucking slime, agreed. Or whatever her name is now ha ha. And yes in the room- Grace and lawyer dude and David and Jeff= priceless. That’s the thing about this show- sometimes it just has those moments. But I’m with you on the very end. I was like fuck you David, you’ve been mooning for her for 2 seasons and now you’re gonna balk at a little truth? It’s not like he didn’t know she was a ninja and working with Mac’s black ops crew for fucking sake. And Maya’s dad too is a fucking shyster so he should be down with a little deception. Lazy writing. 🙂
Is that awesome or what? But yeah filters *smirk* so true. But I can’t wait for 12 Monkeys! I saw this today, it’s old but I clicked on it and Todd says something about how he knew Railly from before the apocalypse, which was partly why he had a thing for her. I guess I never realized he RECOGNIZED her? I musta missed that?? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-9LCC8BQMw
“eels in a blender”. Wee! I have images now of eels going around and around as they’re like liquefied and it’s making me laugh. Why do I laugh at inappropriate things? Please PETA don’t read this. But I kinda wanna try eel sauce now? And if it was spicy- bonus! I feel like if I had spicy sushi I’m more likely to like it. I mean sometimes I put hot sauce on my fish. But I’m actually pretty sure I’ll like it. And don’t worry, if it wasn’t for you I’d probably NOT be trying it, TBH, so yeah you’re the one making this happen!
HP *rolls eyes* I dunno I just don’t have the desire to read beyond book 1. It was okay. Berenstain Bears actually sounds better to me although yeah after a while you’d need a break from those. 🙂
Yes! Rosie finds her humanity due to Elroy! Then dies for him. How freakin cool is that? Maybe Elroy then goes berserk and kills everyone else. But there will be tears for Rosie.
Tearing up actually sounds pretty original and like you’re a real person (not that anyone who doesn’t tear up isn’t real, but you know) so I’m sure the author respected that! And if a book affected you that much it’s pretty freaking cool! I love it when a book moves me like that. I mean they’re just words on a page right, so the fact that they combine with our personality or whatever to actually affect our emotions? Kind of amazing.
Another lovely moment for Detroit lol. And Tonya was way more interesting anyway. But yes it looks like a time machine doesn’t it? How can things look so different only 20 years ago? Hilarious. And apparently event security was somewhat lacking…
He seems to like it, for some reason. I mean he’s been all over, Japan too, and Europe. Sometimes instead of coming home for holidays he travels around Europe, finds cheap places to stay. But I couldn’t do Muslim countries, screw that. Now china maybe… although the Communist thing would make ya nervous. Police state and all that. But I would love to get to know Chinese people and eat real Chinese food (well, maybe). He hates the pollution though- he’s in Beijing and it’s terrible I guess. People wear masks and shit. So he’s thinking of not renewing next year and going back to the Middle east, and I’m like dude are you nuts? I’d take a little (okay, a lot) of pollution over those Muslim countries (no offense to Muslims but living over there-nay).
That camera guy lol total skank. I noticed that too. 🙂 And I do not know what those neck things were supposed to be. What’s next Mardi Gras beads?? But yeah… boring! I guess Vampire:the Masquerade is all about roleplaying vamps and I guess there’s werewolves too and whatever else, but it doesn’t look very exciting does it? But even the one I did sucked. I mean they were all about talking and acting out their “roles” and I was like wait- we’re vampires? Shouldn’t we be killing and sucking blood? Alas there was very little of that.
Yes it was moderately entertaining. I loved how they were trying to be all decadent with the upside down chick (although pouring champagne that way is a skill) and some of the people who looked a little too… old, or scary, to be there. When you’re too scary looking for a fucking vampire game that’s something. But yeah I laughed a few times. 🙂 And I don’t know WHAT her hair was doing in that video. But Gencon has some of that- now imagine these people in the middle of Indiana.
Definitely worth missing Netflix for- and dare I say, even worth a threat of missiles? I mean- considering your chances are still really low, historically, it would probably be worth the risk. I do kind of wonder if it would be amazing forever, or if it would lose its excitement?
I *think* Jackson is a full fledged doctor? The Wiki says he is. But yeah, good point that he is basically never referred to as a doctor. I mean- do they even need a doctor when Clarke can perform surgeries with fast food straws and a roll of duct tape? GAH sadly Emori DOES feel like baggage! And I feel bad for thinking so, because I DO like her as a character but… also, is it just me, or is Luisa suspiciously absent from any and all promo? They showed her on set once I think, wayyyy back, it could have easily just been a flashback. Sky rabies, they did her in. I like the idea of Zeke- but some think he is a Raven love interest which… Idk how I feel about that. Feels too… Ilian/O for me I think?
My parents STILL have a pension! Those two get paid every day to sit at home and hang out or whatever. AND they get social security on top of it AND have retirement accounts AND health care paid for forever. So THIS is why the older generations do not have a CLUE about the struggles of today, because they had the cushiest jobs of ever. I agree about the way companies are moving, too- I worked at a job as a TSS (which, Idk if you have those there, but it’s like, helping kids with autism and/or behavioral issues in school or whatever) and it was basically like, you were forbidden from working more than 39.5 hours, because they didn’t want to have to give anyone benefits. The irony? The company I worked for was a HOSPITAL. So now that I have to search for jobs I am like… tired. Because seriously, fuck this shithole! I’m moving to Haiti.
I feel so bad for the therapist lady (I need to google her name but I am too lazy at the moment) because she just wanted to see her kid! And now… ugh. I want to stab Vincent. And now I have to wait at LEAST a year for someone to do it for me. I agree, it WAS lazy writing, which is extra sad because I thought the rest of the episode was quite fabulous. But exactly- he knew *everything* about Marcy except that she was a Traveler- and he also knew that there were things she couldn’t tell him, she didn’t even LIE! She told him she couldn’t say! David is on my shit list too. The only one I believe is Jeff and Kat, Jeff because he is a volatile ass, and Kat because she would have 100% felt that way.
WAAAITTT he KNEW HER before!? (Todd is funny, it’s nice to see him as not-Deacon!) DUDE- did you see Emily’s eyes when he said that he new Cassandra!? Because… I think he wasn’t supposed to say that hahah. So I don’t know if you missed anything- if you did, I missed it too!- I think he was not supposed to say that ? That video was GOLD though- especially the end bit, the host guy couldn’t even hold it together, dying!
I mean. The eels would have already been dead. So I think the PETA people would be okay… I mean, as okay as they can be 😉 I umm may have had sushi tonight for dinner? Because… well look, all this sushi talk… I needed it. And I did have spicy stuff. There’s a takeout place that isn’t bad- I mean, it’s not Blu Wasabi awesome, but it is good for a cheaper/easier sushi fix 😀
I never had the desire to read HP either- NEVER. And I mean, to be perfectly honest, still don’t. But… here I am. It could be worse though, it isn’t *bad*, it’s just not my thing? And The Berenstain Bears are AWESOME, but you can only read each one so many times.
The thing is, I was pretty tired and my books were heavy, and who even knows if I was getting teary at the author or just… I’m freaking exhausted and now I have to find something to say to this stranger whose books I really admire? And the books ARE like, really important and impactful, but I think it was just a combination of ALL those things. You are right though- it IS really interesting that books can cause such emotions! Words in general, I suppose.
HA seriously, Detroit, of course it would happen in Detroit ? There seriously was VERY little security at all, which is I guess telling of the times too- it was pre-mass shootings, where you didn’t need to worry about that sort of thing. It really is like a time capsule, I used to think I was such a dorky kid, but I look back and am like… nope, not just me, it was literally everyone!
I think some people just gravitate toward that kind of semi-nomadic lifestyle. Personally, as much as I LOVE to travel, I need home, too. Like, a place that is just familiar, comfortable, etc. Traveling around Europe is awesome, but I think it would be super sad to never see family, either? I kind of wonder how China is in comparison to Russia. Probably less scary, more crowded, better climate? I want to travel to China, but not live there. Basically, I only want to live places where English is spoken really well and they have the same kind of toilets we do. Those are my must haves. So…. he likes the middle east and war and shitty treatment of women better than… smog? That’s weird. To each his own, I suppose! I feel like I wouldn’t love the hot climate in the middle east either…
HA they kind of did look like Mardi Gras beads! But wait- what WERE their “roles” if not being vampires? Like “this is Chet the Vampire, he’s a businessman by day, but at night he enjoys watching college hockey and baking brownies”!? No. No one cares about vampires if they aren’t going to do vampire shit! Otherwise it could just be… human role playing? I am shaking my head at these people. And NO, I saw nothing of excitement, I saw a handful of people who were participating in an after-school club that does nothing but exist as something to put on college applications.
OMG I was thinking the same thing about the people who probably didn’t make much sense being there? But then I felt bad because who am I to tell them they’re too old? Or… weird, in some cases ? The champagne thing WAS a skill but it was also trying too hard, probably. And I assume wasting champagne, which is a terrible sin in itself. I am dying at the thought of that happening in Indiana. Have you seen The Middle? It’s set in Indiana and I am legit picturing all those characters at the vampire party, it is beyond amusing. Like the random 50 year old ladies with the mom jeans and the short perms, pouring champagne from a harness? Yep, DEAD. They should sell tickets just to watch some of this shit!
I think it might lose its excitement, although I hope I’d be wrong, but it’s like anything else. After a while the beach would get old hat. Or maybe I’m crazy- it is Hawaii after all. I wouldn’t mind testing the proposition. 🙂 No winter, tropics… there’s a lot to like.
Good point. Clarke is all they need. She’s like raven- if it’s desperate enough she can do ANYTHING. But good to know Jackson is a doc. As for Emori *shrug* I can live without her. I like Murph on the loose. 🙂 And I’m not sure how I feel about a Gagarin love interest for Raven. My gut reaction is noooo but then again she doesn’t seem to really fit with anyone from the delinquents- except of course Murphy, which would be all kinds of fireworks and awesome. So yeah- she’s a hard one to know.
I’m glad your parents have pensions, that’s cool. My parents didn’t but like I said, my grandpa worked for GM for forever and he had a nice one. If employers had to provide pensions there’s be a lot more security for us in the future, but of course they say they can’t afford it. Well how did the companies afford it a generation or two ago? They should be flush with money now that they’ve shed pensions, are in the process of shedding benefits, and oh yeah they just got a hefty new tax cut. So cry me a frickin river lol.
Haiti’s probably better. 🙂 Most any place at this point…
Kat I feel for too because it’s like her husband is a body snatcher, so yeah. Would be creepy AF! Can’t really blame her, but David is being stupid. Or rather the writers are. And yeah I guess we know now that Vincent IS the bad guy ha ha. Not much doubt there. Although I STILL think the Director is kinda skeevy too. Maya’s dad cracks me up. He was like okay we’re gonna take these guys then like 5 guys come in and he’s all like no no change of plans! Ha. I was like waitaminnit, him and Jeff aren’t REALLY gonna break out of there are they?
I did NOT notice that’s awesome. He gave away the farm! Oops wonder if he got a talking-to by the showrunner heh. But they were fun together. Other than The 100 that’s obvs the show I want back SO bad…
Sushi takeout? I don’t even know if we have a sushi takeout joint- I mean there probably is, but not in the immediate area, and I don’t who it would be. Hmm. Nice that you had it though, sometimes you just need certain food. There is a cheap stir fry joint down the road, now that I think about it, but I don’t think they do sushi. I should check. I mean I know it wouldn’t be very good, considering, but they have a bunch of other shit. Then again I never go there so- yeah. I’ll wait for the good stuff. 🙂
The Berenstain Bears ARE awesome, they have that cool treehouse joint. Looks cozy.
Detroit. Good times, let me tell ya. 🙂 Although Greektown’s not bad
Yeah I don’t get why he’s want to go back to the Middle East, even if it is relatively more modern UAE. He even said the kids were assholes. But he’s like super health conscious and I really think the pollution is a big thing for him. *shrug* I’d deal with it over the fucking Middle East, but that’s just me. plus China is just cool as hell, you know? I think their culture and everything else is so interesting. I wouldn’t want to live there long term though, probably- I like home too. Or I should say I like Europe lolol since we’re fucked over here right now! But yeah English- speaking preferably, I’m not in the mood to learn more languages.
I think they WERE supposed to be vampires, but they’re also supposed to be LARP’ing so where are the frickin outfits? Except for the guy with the wings, and the one chick who was… I don’t know what she was but looked like she had face paint? Pretty lame crew if you ask me. and some guy had a cowboy hat on- I’m like dude there aren’t no vampire cowboys so lose the fuckin Stetson and get yourself in character. Sheese fuckin Louise…
I’ve never seen the Middle but it sounds fun! Yes Indiana and vampire roleplaying are an odd fit, no? But Indy becomes geek central every August for GenCon. There was actually a bit of culture shock I think at first, when GenCon moved to Indy initially the downtown was not… ready. I mean 50,000+ people dressed like wizards and fishnets and you know “vampires”. Restaurants weren’t ready either, some places ran out of food. Some places got into it though, like The Ram Brewery which redoes their whole menu to reflect roleplaying games and stuff like that.
Ooh the books arrived today- THANK you!!! I am now Shusterman- enabled. But which to read first? I’m leaning towards Unwind (is that bad?) but after you talking about Scythe I’m super curious about that too.
That’s how I feel too though, like it would lose the excitement. So the question is basically, are people happier living on the beach, in a nice climate? OR are they more depressed because now going to a nice place is less exciting? I agree, the only way to know for sure is to test it, and I am definitely game for that little experiment!
HA seriously, those two really *can* do anything. Kill yourself to restart your brain? Done. Kill all your friends? Sure! Tabletop surgery? On it. Ugh, you’re right about Raven and the Delinquents, honestly, but… I still don’t know how I feel about this. I mean- I shipped her with so many people over the years and NONE have happened, so I am starting to get salty. Rasper, Sea Mechanic… I feel like I am owed Murven at this point! And I definitely agree about Murphy being let loose again haha. He was so…. easily controlled while he was fighting for Emori, maybe it’d be fun to see him go rogue a bit. But not S1-level, because I hated that guy.
Yeah, well you KNOW that the elite in basically every company just lines their pockets with all the money they save. The “trickle down” thing is bullshit, because they’re paying the employees the same as they always have, now without benefits, and they just have more money to blow on helicopters and caviar or whatever the hell rich people waste money on. The rich/poor discrepancy is the widest it’s ever been, and that is because of crap like this. It’s nice that GM used to give pensions, and that your grandpa got one- I wonder if they do it anymore? My parents both worked for the state, so they basically HAD no “higher ups”, which is why I guess they got good benefits and such. And Haiti probably IS better- at least it’s not run by Trump, which I think just automatically makes every place better by default?
Kat probably feels violated on SO many levels, honestly- I mean, she was basically carrying a stranger’s baby! But the writers better make things right with David ASAP- I don’t need another season of their will-they-won’t-they angst. Enoughhh. If they want to briefly freak us out, fine, but he needs to get his shit together by episode two, at the latest. I kind of hope Vincent is taken care of early on, too- I don’t really need a full season of him being the Big Bad. I agree that the Director is shady- they could have an interesting dynamic with both groups working together to get rid of Vincent, but then realize that they don’t have any other common ground. Maya’s dad and Jeff were hilarious! “There’s two of them, and two of us!” like it was the same thing ?
HA I bet he had to go to Spoiler Sensitivity Training or whatever it is they do to actors who spill. I bet Jason has been there many a time! I really hope that both of them make it through til the end, and get at least a semi-HEA. I agree, I need that show back ASAP- not quite as much as The 100 of course, but a very close second. I think I am also pretty sad that it’s the last, too, otherwise I’d be more excited!
I was so surprised to find it! I googled it while Rashika was here, and lo and behold, there was one, not too far away! So… we risked it! And it worked out hah. Yeah, I mean- if they have actual hibachi they might have sushi, but if it’s random stuff… well, that does sound sketchy and you absolutely should wait 😀
I want to know how the hell they have so many rooms inside one little tree. It’s bugged me the whole series. And a basement? Really? I mean, nevermind the fact that everybear else just lives in a regular house, and these bears need to be fancy or whatever, the logistics don’t work!
Is Detroit really as bad as the media would like us to believe? I have even read a couple books set in Detroit that played up on the whole “Detroit is Garbage” mantra, and I have always wondered!
EW the kids being assholes is probably the worst damn part! I mean, at least if he felt like he was making a difference or whatever, I could see it. UAE does sound pretty fun, but again, for vacation. I don’t really understand suuuuper health conscious people- like sure, you need to take care of your body, it’s the only one we get, blah blah, but people in China live a long time so he could probably chill a bit. Same with China- like it is absolutely on my bucket list, I would be so fascinated to go, maybe even for a long-ish vacation, but definitely not forever. UGH and right, I would probably DREAD coming back into this shitshow after being out of it for awhile. Europe would be ideal. So much of it speaks some English at least- and even if you go to the Baltic countries, they are basically fluent in English so no one has to start studying Finnish or whatever the hell.
I am telling you, they were LARPing Chet, the reasonable Businessman Vampire! I bet he had sweater vests, like Chandler on Friends. And NO there are not vampire cowboys FFS! Vampires EAT cowboys, if anything. Maybe that was his role- Chet’s dinner. They were such a mess. I want to intervene. “Look, I don’t even know anything about LARP, but I do know that you’re all doing it WRONG”.
The Middle is fun! And it seems extra funny, I think because Indiana always seems so… quaint, even though I know it really isn’t. WOW GenCon is that big!?! That seems huge! Especially invading one area, wowww. I had no idea it was that big of an event! I love that the place redoes their menu- that’s really fun, and I bet they do amazing business- little things like that really draw a crowd!
Aw YAY I hope you love them! So, I think you should read Unwind first too, and the reason is, I think Scythe is a better book? Like, I loved them both, but Scythe is just… everything about it is really well done. And Unwind is actually probably more similar to things you’re used to, like futuristic/sci-fi/dystopia.
Did you watch Riverdale!? I was… Idk, underwhelmed a bit. I am curious to hear your thoughts if you watched it!! OH and I started Ex Machina last night- I didnt get far because I was sleepy, but that middle of nowhere bunker thing is epic. And the inventor dude… he’s nuts, right? Because he seems fucking insane.
Yeah if you lived in Hawaii, where would you go for vacation?? Isn’t that like, the pinnacle of tropical goodness? But yeah it would be worth a try. 🙂 Maybe they don’t NEED to go on vacation, they just go to the beach or the volcanos or something? And I’m sure other countries would still be interesting- even if I lived there I’d want to see Greece, France, a few other places…
No S1 Murph, I agree. They’ve come too far w/ his character to do that now. And Sea Mechanic… I miss that possibility. 🙁 I could go with Murph going a bit rogue though, it seems in his nature. Murven would be awesome. Between that and Bellarke we need ONE of them anyway. Preferably both. Who’s the worst person you can think of for Murphy? Like maybe Octavia? I mean they’d NEVER click, right? There’s a post idea for ya- the WORST possible 100 ships!
I don’t think GM offers pensions anymore (maybe to execs) but I’m not sure. It’s been a while since my grandpa was there. They took care of him though! And lol you know it’s bad here when we’re all like hmmm Haiti *ponders* I mean could any place be worse than here? I know there are, but sheesh we have like one of the top three worst leaders in the world, surely? So much for all that lecturing we do to other countries about human rights and stuff.
Yeah Kat’s gonna be hard to fix, because… yeah. she’s basically right! Pretty skeevy thing to do from her perspective. I mean sure Mac can’t go around telling people hey I’m a dude from the future, but still… and David *yup* I have NO patience for them dragging this angst out. He needs to get w/ the program or hit the street. And same w/ Vincent, although I suspect we ARE going to get a whole nother season of him. Ugh. I also feel like if Grace programmed the Director then she knows more about him than anyone, right? So we need to have some definitive answers as to what its deal is. I’d love to see the team go rogue, occupy that gray area between the factions, if they can find a way to survive being overwritten or something. Be kinda like Travis’ group in Continuum, just not so asshole- ish.
I’m going to geek out when 12 Monkeys comes back, I’m so excited to see what they do with Olivia as the big bad now! I hope Deacon and Jennifer get lots of action and development too. Last season though… makes me sad. 🙁
This place is definitely not a hibachi, I’m pretty sure. It’s just some mom and pop stir fry joint. Although they do seem busy a lot. I ate there once and it was whatever. Mostly just moderately acceptable “Chinese” food. I’ll definitely wait. 🙂
“everybear else” Nice! But yeah what’s the deal with that place? I’ll admit to finding it rather cozy? https://berenstainbears.wordpress.com/2017/03/21/inside-the-bear-family-tree-house/
I mean, can I live there?? They even got a ping pong table downstairs, and a fireplace in the bedroom? What??? Why is momma bear always in her pajamas tho?
Detroit is bad if you’re in the inner city, sure. But Detroit has a ton of suburbs (20+?) that are just like suburbia anywhere, so I think it’s like a lot of other cities, not necessarily worse if you’re out a ways from downtown. Detroit gets a bad rap, somewhat unfairly. There are some suburbs that are like fuck super wealthy, mostly in Oakland county to the north. Definitely some nice places. So if you grew up in Oakland you’re probably doing alright! I wouldn’t want to be close to downtown, but that’s true of a lot of cities.
I’ve been reading a bit about Finland and it sounds pretty cool, yeah it’s close to Russia (Putin’s a shady fucker) but it sounds like a nice place t olive. Cold, but shit it’s cold here too (freezing my ASS off this week). And they seem forward- thinking and relatively liberal, not like the assholes here. I’d probably be fairly happy in any European country though where they at least speak some English.
Lolol sweater vests. Just no. Any self respecting vampire wearing one of those… SMH. And the cowboy thing- right? I could see werewolves maybe in the old west, but vamps? Nah. That game must have sucked. And yes they are doing it ALL wrong- I don’t even know what the winged guy was supposed to be. Some fae creature? The vampires should have ripped him a new one. Clearly they are losing sight of how vamps operate with all their “roleplaying” *snort*
GenCon has gotten pretty big the last few years, even though I haven’t gone in a few I’ve kept up with it a bit and yeah… it seems to keep growing. It definitely takes over downtown when it’s there! It used to be in Milwaukee and they definitely outgrew that town! Not enough hotel space. It’s even hard now to get a downtown room in Indy- you gotta be Johnny-on- the-spot when housing opens or they sell out of downtown rooms.
Unwind it is! I was kinda thinking that too, I’ll ease into Shusterman and then hiy Scythe when I’m comfortable w/ him. Plus Unwind sounds fun!
I did watch Riverdale, and I have issues. The Serpents giving up their jackets so easily (I mean, they’re gang members right, wouldn’t they just be like fuck it and not go to school?)- except for Jughead, who I thought went off the rails with his stubbornness. I mean he’s the only one to take a stand, and is all like gang dude now? We don’t “shed our skins?” Seriously. when did he get so fucking dumb? I about fell over when I saw Sweet Pea looking like a preppy. Ridiculous. And Archie beats the crap out of Nick?? Okaaaay. Not that I mind, but… assault much? Oh and Mrs Blossom is a “courtesan” now? What does that mean- is she turning tricks in the Blossom estate? WTF is that?? Poor Cheryl. Betty on the other hand… I think you called it when you mentioned a while back that her brother would show up! And is he a creepy little fuck or what? Yeesh.
Yeah that guy in Ex Machina… can’t say much but yeah. He’s creepy too. Wait til you get to the dance scene lol. Weird. But the end is a trip. 🙂
Yeah, you have a good point- maybe a tropical locale would be not high on your list, but there are so many culturally amazing places that you’d still want to see, no question! But then everything is also SO much more expensive so that kind of sucks. I think I would feel kind of trapped if I lived there, honestly. I mean, there’s nowhere to go if you need to, takes forever to get stuff even shipped from the mainland.
And YES, exactly- like a different kind of badass Murphy. OH! I know! A badass, rogue Murphy who is actually fighting the RIGHT fight. Damn, that’d be epic. Murphy being the moral compass ? Oh damn, I LOVE the idea of the worst possible ships! Like… Clarke and Monty. Bellamy and… Abby! Bwhahha. Murphy and O would be wayyyy too weird and gross- especially after he spent an entire season calling her “Grounder Pounder”! Oh so… new character alert! http://deadline.com/2018/01/the-100-shannon-kook-guest-star-mystery-character-season-5-finale-1202262944/ I mean, if someone named Shannon was going to be on this show, it should be me, just saying. (Just so you know, I think that Worst Ships post is going to happen at some point, so get your terrible ship ideas ready!)
That’s so sad though, that they used to give a shit about their employees and now… nope. People spend their whole lives working there, probably for not a lot of money, and then it’s just okay bye. Oh we absolutely have one of the worst- probably THE worst- leaders in the world. I say the worst because there is no REASON for him to act like this. Other countries have certain histories and situations that make their shitty leaders at least make sense, even if they’re awful. This… this is literally self-destruction on all levels.
Like, obviously Mac couldn’t *tell* Kat, buuuuuuut, he also didn’t have to sleep with her? I mean, if you’re going to be lying, then sorry bud, you don’t get to play husband when it’s convenient! David needs to get it together. He’s the ONE person who should be okay with this, and then, he can convince the others. That is clearly his role here, especially since I want to see more of that motley group interacting. I agree about Grace, she HAS to be a big player in this storyline, she’s the one with the most knowledge, and also the one who is probably the most loyal! Ohh YES I love the idea of them being like Travis and Company! Because by the end, I was basically on their side anyway- sans killing, they could have calmed down with the killing.
I am SO sad that 12 Monkeys is going to end, BUT if they do it right, I think I can live with it? As long as I don’t have another Continuum ending, I’m good. I think it’ll be an interesting shake up with Olivia at the helm of the bad guys, and I really hope that they use the WHOLE cast.
HA yeah, I don’t think that sounds like a place where you’d get sushi- or if you did, you’d also get like, a tape worm ? Waiting is the best option!
OMG I love that there is a Berenstain Bear BLOG! There really are blogs for everything hah. See- the tree underwent some pretty big reno, right? But… where’d the extra space come from!? These are the questions I have. AND when they had Baby Honey, they added another bedroom, but WHERE? Obviously I am reading wayyyy too much into a children’s story, but alas. And I guess it’s cozy, perhaps a little rustic for my taste 😀 OH and that isn’t Mama’s pajamas, it’s her dress! She has separate pajamas. But she does, absolutely, look like my grandma getting ready for bed circa 1987. No question.
I think you’re right about the inner city in SO many places. Like inner city Philly is a MESS, I wouldn’t want to be there basically ever, but same thing, there are a ton of nice/wealthy suburbs, so Detroit probably IS just like every other city- but it somehow managed to become a punch line.
Finland is SO nice- the summer is very pleasant, and it’s just very calm. And definitely liberal, like you said. Even Helsinki doesn’t have a huge city vibe, it’s more laid back, people just walking around, riding bikes, street markets, etc. Basically ALL the places in Europe are way better than here. And will be unless and until we can get our shit together.
Yeah seriously, what the hell vampire has wings!? Definitely some sort of fae, but whyyyy? Was his role to be eaten by someone? Why was no one lying on the floor “dead” with bite marks? Is it just me, or is that how it’s supposed to go down? Sad. Unity Days is this weekend, and while I am super jealous, I think all the people there should role play The 100. People dress up and stuff, so it wouldn’t be a stretch!
Oh wow, I didn’t realize it had moved from Milwaukee! Nor did I realize that Indianapolis was so much bigger! It seems like they should just do it in Chicago, with all the people they have? Because yeah, how many damn hotels could these little cities have!? And I bet it is pretty pricey too, since they know that they can pretty much charge whatever and people will pay.
Unwind IS fun- I mean, it’s messed up, but there are definitely fun moments, some of the characters are real trips. Same with Scythe, honestly- he does a great job of balancing the horrific shit with more lighthearted stuff.
UGH Riverdale. I read this article that was SO on point- I shall try to find it again. Ughh I cannot. Okay well anyway. How ridiculous was it that Betty, a nearly grown ass woman, would think that she could just magically replace her parents’ daughter and grandchildren with SOME OTHER KID!? And Chic is stupid, I do not like him, and it was obvious that he was going to be a villain. Why did Polly even come back!? None of that made a bit of sense. And YEP, Jughead and the stupid jacket, come ON dude! And the Principal was such a mess too, like who’s in charge here, asshole? The FBI thing was stupid, Veronica and her dumb parents are stupid…. basically it was pretty dumb. Why the hell would Mrs Blossom be a prostitute!? Like nothing here made any sense. Definitely not my favorite episode, I hope it picks back up!
That guy is INSANE. I had just gotten to the start of the dancing thing but I had to stop watching, which was sad. Hopefully I will finish it tonight! I am so curious because there is no way this dude isn’t batshit crazy. And now I am REALLY curious about the end, too!!
Yeah and it IS super expensive to live there too, I’ve heard. And it is very far away from…anything. Maybe best reserved for a vacation lol. Still… I wonder how humid it gets there, if the tropical breezes cool it? I mean I wouldn’t want to live in Florida for that reason… too humid.
Grounder pounder! Oh my gosh I forgot about that. Always cracked me up! Fucking Murphy… I love the idea of him getting all ruthless but on the good guys’ side. Bell and Abby??? Ewww… 🙂 and that new character is in the finale?? That sounds like… the usual fucking cliffhanger! I wonder who that will be. And I feel like yes we clearly need to see Worst Ships!
Okay I found this super interesting, and it explains so much. http://www.businessinsider.com/regional-differences-united-states-2018-1
Clearly we need to get rid of the deep South and maybe some of these Appalachian fuckers (no offense to our blogger friends from these areas) but shit- it makes a lot of sense. I thought there were like two Americas, but clearly the idea of these different cultural..almost nations… does not bode well for us ever getting LESS polarized. Maybe it’s a lost cause?
Hey in other news we’re shutting down the gov’t. Yay! I love chaos- let the fucker shut down and I hope everyone blames the republicans. This should be fun. I mean not for people affected, but… you know, our gov’t sucks. And it’ll piss off Trump because he wants to go to a party celebrating his first year in office tomorrow, and now he has this hanging over his head. *smile*
Exactly! Best of both worlds, huh Mac, but not too cool. I’m kinda glad they’re exploring that, because while I like Mac, it is kinda skeevy. And yes the motley group- I like that- they need to play a role. there was definitely some comedic chemistry there. Grace I feel like has been a missed opportunity, because again of she programmed the Director, she should know everything? If they’re going that way she should have almost TOO much information, and you’d think Mac would be grilling her. Like spill details of the “grand plan”, so they know if they’re on the right side FFS. And if she programmed the Director, what came before, since I get the impression the Traveler program has been going on a while?? Exactly how old is Grace??
Travis’ group was the bomb- I was especially on their side (mostly) after my rewatch, and more frustrated that Kiera didn’t question authority for so long. I want Travis and Garza on Travelers.
12 Monkeys needs to end rather than dragging it out, especially since they’ve established that going back stresses the body (although they seem to have backburnered that lol). I mean they can’t do it forever?? And going out on a high note is good.
Yeah it is a little rustic, I mean it’s in a tree. With probably worms and stuff, especially in the basement. But yes that blog kills me. I mean it took 2 seconds to find a fucking schematic of Berenstain family tree for crying out loud. Clearly the tree has, um, evolved somewhat. And oh thank goodness she’s not always in her PJ’s, I was like that looks fairly offensive!
Ooh you’ve been to Finland? Nice. I feel like I could be happy there. LAst I checked they don’t shut their gov’t down very often? And it seems very laid back. Most of Europe does actually, I mean I know they have their own problems, but… not like this.
Definitely need someone dead with bite marks. and blood pooling on the floor, or dripping from someone’s mouth. For fucks sake if you’re gonna play a vampire…??? I mean why would you make it so damn boring?
Indy is definitely a better fit than Milwaukee, although parts of Milwaukee have this old town kinda charm and it was nice, relatively small city to have a con, but yeah… GC just outgrew it. I would love for it to be in Chicago, frankly, much closer. Plus hotel space. But yeah it’s almost getting too expensive for what it is. I think 4 day badges are over $100 now, they used to be $40. And I used to get a room at the Marriott or Hyatt Regency for $120 a night and that’s probably doubled now, or close.
Yeah the new storyline after the break here does NOT look promising, sadly. Chic is… awful. Kill him soon please. And Jughead… oh my gosh. The principal is SO annoying, the FBI thing is ludicrous, I just and Cheryl was even lacking this time.
That ending… can’t wait to see your thoughts. 🙂 the funny thing is- both dudes in that movie were in the new Star Wars movie and I thought both their roles sucked but when you watch Ex Machina it’s clear they can act. And Machina was a little indie film. Same with Alicia Vikander- I thought she was good as Ava but I saw her in the most recent Jason Bourne movie and was NOT impressed. Weird.
Hawaii isn’t actually very humid at all! It’s pleasant, unlike Florida and other such southern places. It is funny though, because you know how certain things, you just KNOW how much they cost, like things you buy all the time or whatever? And you go to Hawaii and… NOPE, add several dollars at least. And also, they have pineapples at McDonalds that come with everything, which… is a little weird. A friend of mine was living there when I went- she was doing a “semester abroad” even though it ISN’T abroad and therefore confused me. Anyway, she lived in hands down the smallest apartment I have ever set foot in, and it was like, $1800 a month or something- and this was like 15 years ago! It was a “studio”, and I think even calling it that was generous. Prison cells might be bigger haha.
Unity Days is happening right now and I cannot contain my jealousy! And some of the pictures are just too cute! https://twitter.com/skyegrounders/status/954878376413683712 (That one is just… too great not to share!) And all the panels and the questions… UGH. There was even one with the set/props people! Apparently there are unused Trishanakru props and I think they need to be used. Anyway, yes, I want to know who in the writers’ room was sitting around and just shouted “Grounder Pounder!” because you KNOW that is how it went down bwhaha. And yes, the rule of “Worst Ships” will be that they can’t be incestuous or like, illegal (like no Raven and FYO Kid or whatever hah) but anything else goes! And you KNOW they will be leaving us on another nasty cliffhanger. But mayyyybe next season they don’t make us wait a whole freaking YEAR to find out what happens.
Oh wow that IS really interesting! It’s funny because we are in the same “nation” of Yankeedom hah. And it’s TRUE- because there is a very distinct difference just a couple counties over, as it gets closer to Philly, and people are SO different. At times I agree that it is a lost cause, sadly. I kind of wonder if the problem is that there are so MANY things to fight over, but only TWO parties to fight? So even if you only agree with half of the party’s ideals, it may be the closet thing. And hell, maybe it is just too big a country to have ruled by one government? I mean- especially since we ARE such a melting pot, it’s kind of impressive that we made it this far, I guess. UGH and I LOOOOVE how Trump blames the Democrats for the shutdown. Like look assface, you literally have ALL THE PEOPLE in power on your side, and you STILL can’t get a damn thing done. Is there perhaps a reset button we can push on this country? A “restore to factory settings”, perhaps? I’ll take my chances with carte blanche.
YES it really was skeevy of Mac! And he blamed the vaccine, but come on, he was kissing her and stuff before anyway. So he is NOT innocent. I DO like when he is put in his place by the others though, so we know that he is flawed and HE knows that he is flawed. That’s pretty good character development. That is a good point about Grace, too! You are right, Mac never would have let her just have ALL the info and not ask, especially since no one gives a crap about protocols anymore it seems. Grace has to be really old, I suppose- probably not much younger than Trevor? Because how else could she have basically created the whole thing? And you’re right about the Travelers program having gone on for awhile- they’re in the 5,000s already, and they have so many rules and regulations and such. AND it would have taken a ton of planning before sending back asshole Vincent.
I am mad at The 100 Travis because WHY didn’t he just start the docking maneuvers when he realized that Becca was taking the pod? He killed EVERYONE while just… staring with a stupid look on his face. So if he comes to Travelers, he needs to shape up hah. I agree, they’d be awesome though! Kiera, in hindsight, made me mad on that show a LOT. And I think it is amplified by how salty I was at the ending hah.
Oooh yeah, good point about the whole splintering taking a toll on the body thing! Wonder how it’s going to work with them going back to the damn 1400s or whatever! It IS better for them to go out on their own terms though for sure!
I’m offended that Mama has to dress like a school marm from Little House on the Prairie tbh. And then she got the VEST, I have no idea who the hell would wear a fugly pink vest over an equally fugly blue polka dot dress, but Mama needs fashion help ASAP. I got pretty mad about the vest, because there’s no reason for it. I don’t want to live in a tree. With worms, and probably like, rodents and bats and shit. Sounds like a recipe for me needing a rabies shot. I also don’t understand how they have so much nice shit when Mama doesn’t have a job and Papa whittles chairs in his garage. (I think you know that book blogging has taken over your life when you start analyzing children’s picture books from 30 years ago ?)
YEP, I ate reindeer meatballs in Finland! I mean, they just kind of tasted like regular meatballs, but with guilt. Because Rudolph. But it is SO, so nice. At least in the summer. Winters might be tricky? I googled, and I guess it’s about the same as here, so I could live with it. Plus I bet they actually plow their streets and shit. And yeah, I mean, no country is perfect of course! Finland (and a lot of the Baltic countries) are pretty pricey. But… beats this!
I didn’t even see any fake fangs, now that you mention it! Seriously, like- I don’t really want to pretend to be a vampire, but if I DID, I would just DO IT, go all in! Why half ass it? I am sad on their behalf.
That is exactly how I felt about BEA- wayyy too expensive for what it is. I would love to go to Milwaukee, cross another state of my list hahah. It sounds like a fun city! Wow, $300 a night would be a LOT. That’s how our hotels for BEA were too, sometimes even more. Which might be a problem for GenCon if they ever did go to Chicago, I suppose. I mean, 4 days at $300 a night.. damn.
I REALLY wish I could find that damn article again, it was so good at putting ALL the problems with the episode into words. Cheryl was so FLAT, which is sad, because she can usually be counted on to bring some life to the show. Chic is stupid- and he is what, a prostitute also? He and Mrs Blossom going to start a brothel? I know the show has lacked believability in the past, but come ON. There’s a difference between being a bit outrageous and flat out throwing common sense out the window.
WOW Ava is a real bitch! How hard would it have been for her to open the door!? And peeling the skin off of your friends… that’s rude. But also why didn’t Helicopter Guy question her?! In my mind, someone found Caleb and saved him before he died. Because otherwise… no. I AM glad that Nathan was offed though. He sucked so much. I don’t know that I have seen the actors in anything else, but Alicia sounded so much like ALIE that it freaked me out hahha.
Damn it you’ve been to Hawaii too? Seriously jealous. 🙂 But I love that it’s not humid. That much pretty seals it- if not for Kim Jong Un I’d be all set to move there. But… that’s too expensive. Pineapple though- I love grilled pineapple. Just saying. A grilled pineapple on a steak? Those tastes just mesh so well.
Unity Days needs to be live streamed so we can watch at our leisure. and they have to take our questions. I want props! Oh and I like your rules for Worst ships. Although incest might be okay (lol) because Game of Thrones has clearly legitimized THAT (or maybe legitimized is the wrong word). But otherwise I’m down. Although incest probably wouldn’t be an issue anyway since I don’t think too many families survive intact? And I just have to say- again- that Grounder pounder is the absolute best. I laugh every time that comes up.
That needs to be a GIF!
Hey Yankee!! Ha sometimes I think there are three different mini- states in Michigan. You know the country MIGHT be too big- I mean Alabama and New York are pretty fucking different, yay? Might as well let them have their little Confederate-loving, country hick bullshit with Senate candidates who like to troll the local mall for teenage girls and shit. I shouldn’t pick on the south though, but now I understand why the cultures are so different. Because they ARE. I read something too that was interesting, it said the Republicans have an agenda that they can’t win through voting- hence the voter suppression- because the country is changing so much demographically that their shit just won’t fly, long term- so that’s why they’re doing all this stuff in such an asshole way.
YES!!! All of that. 🙂 But all that coming and going from their little warehouse HQ , and Grace has been there now for months (?) and they’ve never like, sat her down and said okay you programmed this mother effer, spill the beans, what is the end result of the grand plan or whatever it is, what’s the deal with this AI thing, etc? I just don’t buy it. They’re like drones, hardly questioning anything. I think 12 Monkeys’ writing is a lot stronger in that sense, in the context of time travel. Although even there I think Cole and Cass could question a lot more?
Kiera had issues. Like she wanted to go back but then spent months changing things… and was surprised when her future got all screwed up? Also that ending- when future Alec is like sorry Kiera but your kid belongs to someone else now- she should have shot him. He totally manipulated her. And Liber8 were bastards for causing al those innocent lives, but they were fighting for the right thing? If the series would have continued I would have liked to see Kiera join Liber8 and vie for control with travis, as they clash over methods. Oh and Garza or someone could waste Brad too. And maybe Alec?
School marm. That’s what she looks like! And why do they always romanticize shit like tree houses? Yes all the bugs. And rodents. Fuck that. I get pissed if an ant gets in the house. At least with Little Bear they live in a proper house (although again near as I can tell Mama Bear hangs out and Papa Bear goes fishing, so again where’s the income lol?). You know a comparative examination of children’s books and their relative merits/fuckall ridiculousness might be a fun blog post!
Did you ever watch Backyardigans? Oh and I bought Jetsons S1 on DVD lol…
Reindeer meatballs. Sounds good. I don’t know, They probably don’t have cows. Or maybe they do? I dunno. But reindeer make sense. I imagine there’s a lot of those. Are they kinda gamey, like venison?
Milwaukee has its charms. I mean I wouldn’t go there now that GC is gone, but the Safe House is interesting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7s2neEzZDQ
and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxDBOlUo4PU
This episode was BAD, and already I can’t stand Chic. And what kinda name is that? Cheryl TOTALLY fell flat on this one. So disappointing… might have been the worst episode ever?
I felt so bad for Caleb, but at the same time it felt like- he didn’t really know her, she played him, and it made her so cold you almost wonder who she’s going to fuck up now that she’s out in the real world. The helicoper pilot *nods* I thought the same thing, but I figured either he’s used to cryptic orders and just figured she was there at Nathan’s request, or she just threatened him. Nathan though… I enjoyed him getting killed. That was a freaky scene. I thought the peeling skin thing was a bit much… way to fit some gratuitous nudity in- but the whole thing was freaky. I liked the mind games though- a newly aware AI vs their maker? Whereas Alex and Ada ended on a hopeful note, this was… not lol.
Ummm yes sorry! ? I wasn’t there for long enough though- and I was really broke and couldn’t do a lot of the stuff I would have done with more money. But yeah, it was soooo nice. I also wonder about job prospects there- I feel like even though it’s a touristy place, it’d be hard to find a full time job? Like, with benefits and such. Because demand HAS to exceed supply in a place like that! And I need to get the facts on this North Korea thing. Can he hit New York? Because if so, I might as well go to Hawaii! #Logic I have never had grilled pineapple- or any kind of pineapple except juice tbh hah.
Unity Days is KILLING ME, I am so jealous! Marie basically confirmed that some kind of Becho would be happening, AND that cannibalism is going to be a thing! Marie also said she’s afraid that everyone is going to hate O this season and she’s staying off Twitter hahah (apparently, Marie is the one who spills ALL the things ?) And Sachin doesn’t think that Bryan would have made it in the bunker bwhahah. And of course, now the entire Twitterverse is up in arms over Becho… but I am just… meh, I knew it was going to happen, I just hope it doesn’t drag. Really, the only incest there’d be is like… the Blakes. And Clarke and Abby, because yeah, you’re right, basically NO ONE has family left. That’s pretty depressing, actually!
YES Pennsylvania is the same- maybe even more than 3? And YES- I mean, when you think about it, we (since we are in the same “nation” hah) have more in common with other actual countries (Canada, etc) than with people in our own STATES in some cases, and certainly the country at large. I think you’re right about the Republican agenda. They’ve pigeon holed themselves so severely, and the demographics ARE definitely changing, so they’re using dirty tactics while they still can. But I still don’t sympathize with the South/Appalachia, because.. I mean, just do better? Because while I DO understand why they initially split into these parties, the whole local versus federal debate and all that isn’t really nearly as relevant as the fact that one party is lead by damn assaulter and racist, and supports child molesters, and the other… well, they aren’t. That should be enough for anyone at this point- it’s turned into a flat out battle of morality, and there is no doubt on my mind that these Republicans WILL be the villains in our history.
How much time HAS passed in Travelers!? They aren’t really super clear about that, are they? And the one fault I DO have with the show is that they use Protocol as this excuse for anything that seems fishy. “Can’t, Protocol 29723! Also, I think not knowing what they are preventing/stopping in the future makes the stakes not as high? Like- with 12 Monkeys, I agree that Cass and Cole can be a little… sheep-like at times, but the stakes are impossibly high and they’re desperate, so a lot of times they have to just go for it I think? Idk, it makes a lot more sense to me, anyway.
BWHAHAH i love the idea of Kiera shooting Future Alec! He wasn’t even sorry, was he?! Or like, sympathetic in ANY way? I am down with ANYONE killing Brad. Even Murphy. I wish it had finished stronger, and that we could have seen what happened to EVERYONE who was still alive- we really only got any closure on Kiera, at the end. I had hoped she’d join Liber8 too. And married Carlos or something. I had so many hopes. Sad.
HA yes, that is a good point- why move from the house that wasn’t in a damn tree!? And like, Papa never seems to have customers for his furniture business either. Drugs, I bet it’s drugs. Mama Bear needs that big ol’ dress to hide the Jingle Jangle. Oh I LOVE the idea of that for a blog post! Kids’ books are so ridiculous, I bet it would be hilarious! I love the ones where kids just wander around, guardian-less. Talk about a mess, and also, prison time, waiting to happen. I also get really salty about inconsistencies- like why does Daniel Tiger not wear pants, but his mom does?
I have never watched The Backyardigans actually! I googled them and they look…. interesting. Do you enjoy this show? I cannot believe you bought The Jetsons, oh my goodness ?
They were… a little more solid than ground beef meatballs, I’d say? But not really gamey, but they also had some kind of glaze on them so maybe it was hard to tell?
The Safe House looks SO fun! I am dying at those people that they basically made do the Macarena ? What happens after you finally get inside!? And how do some people know the password? I might have to add this to my bucket list, only partially to cross out Wisconsin 😀
It honestly might have been the worst episode? Unless we just forgot how bad it was during the winter break? But no, because it wasn’t even entertaining, it was just… blah. Everyone and everything was blah. And even the outlandish stuff, like Mrs Blossom’s new whoring career, everyone felt so blase about it that it didn’t register. Had they all overreacted or something, at least it would have been amusing! The Chic thing was so dumb all around- the only time I cared at all is when Alice got a case of the sads. Why doesn’t the dad give ANY fucks about that kid, by the way? Is it not his kid? Is it FC’S KID!? That is the only way this storyline gets redeemed. ONLY. WAY.
Oh I definitely wondered what the hell she’d be up to when she unleashed herself on the rest of the world. Nothing good, I assume. But still, to leave Caleb there was COLD- at least Nathan was dead quickly (even though he didn’t deserve to be!), while poor Caleb would be suffering. The peeling skin thing WAS a bit much, especially because- how did the skin fit perfectly? Those AIs (because they were actual human women) were all different shapes and sizes- I mean, they were similar, but they were NOT the same bodies- so how the hell did she get their skin to work perfectly on HER body? Ew, she probably pulled off ALL their parts, what a sicko. (And yes, it was totally to sneak more nudity in hah- but who’s like, begging to watch nude AIs being ripped apart!?) I liked the mind games too- and I was SO happy when Caleb finally bested Nathan. And I wanted Ava to outsmart him too but… not at Caleb’s expense! And no, nothing hopeful about this end! This ending was basically…. ALIE starting Praimfaya hah.
OH! I started Fear the Walking Dead last night! Do they REALLY expect be to believe that Alycia Debnam-Carey is like, 16? Because she just doesn’t look even close. The first episode was slowww, you were right but I am curious, so I will keep watching! I like that the druggie brother ends up being right all along though!
Grilled pineapple is the best! If, you know, you like pineapple lol. I just had some tonight. It sounded good. Mixed with a little barbecue sauce, which probably sounds gross, but if I’m at a restaurant I usually get it on steak so I’m kinda used to pineapple flavor mixed with steak sauce. Yum. And I’m sure you give a shit about my steak preferences ha ha!! But *cough* Hawaii. Have you ever seen pics of that observatory that’s there? Mauna Kea or whatever? It’s like above the cloud level I guess and looks amazing. As for NK, I don’t know. they’re saying now that they could hit the continental US, as far east maybe as Chicago or maybe even DC, but I’m skeptical that they have a rocket that reliable. But who knows? They’re certainly farther along than anyone thought, apparently. And you’re right, if they can hit anyway, might as well go Oahu!!
Becho huh? You know I’ve thought ever since they were in the cages together that they were angling those two for a relationship, so I’m not surprised. And she makes the most sense frankly of anyone in Spacekru. As long as they get this bullshit out of their collective system so that EVENTUALLY we get fucking Bellarke!!!!! Gah you know? But at least now we’re getting INFO! And yay for cannibalism. O is obviously going VERY dark (?) if Marie is worried… WTF is she actually gonna do? I’m scared.
Right! Can we just join Canada at this point? Yankeedom and Canada could merge, now THAT would be a cool country. And I have to agree- I mean can you imagine anything worse than being a blue voter in, say, Mississippi or wherever? That must suck. And did you hear about the porn star payoff? Any other politician would be finished after that- why does he get a pass?
Exactly. 12 Monkeys has high stakes, but on Travelers they could get a mission to go pick some berries and they’d be all like okay, grab my flak vest in case there’s trouble. Doesn’t occur to them apparently to question exactly how many missions/ years are going to be required t prevent… they don’t even know what they’re preventing *sputter* Or if they do no one was considerate enough to tell us, the viewers. Maybe it’s all just busy work and the AI just enjoys sending humans on all these missions for the fuck of it. I like that idea. The Director got his programming corrupted and now just picks shit at random to “prevent.” Maybe the Faction are right, if bloodthirsty (just like Travis’ crew). Now THAT’S a show I can get behind. Maybe Grace is even in on it because she likes chaos? Imagine Grace as a villain. Yes please.
Murphy had SO much potential on Continuum, they should have offed Alec and made him either the primary antagonist, or else a back-and-forth villain/ good guy, kinda like Kellogg. And Alec’s ninja girlfriend had possibilities. She should have killed Alec and got with Murphy!
Mama Bear and jingle jangle! That’s why she has a school marm cover identity! She’s selling it in the schools! She’s Reggie’s supplier. And honestly – Backyardigans. I just love the theme song. I leave it to you whether you google THAT or not. 🙂
Yup. Jetson’s. Sad or what? And I also bought Jonny Quest as well. Double dose of goodness. I love Jonny Quest, although there’s an odd lack of female characters on that show, but it’s the first cartoon I ever saw where they kill people regularly. You know how cartoons usually try to get around people actually dying? Not in JQ. They blow the shit out of people on the regular, even though it’s an older toon. Owning it makes me happy. And if Jetsons doesn’t suck I may get seasons 2 and 3 too!
Glaze? hmm… 🙂 but I’d try ’em!
The Safe House *smiles* inside it’s just a bar, although they have secret exits and spy memorabilia- it’s like a Cold War spy den. There’s a magician and different rooms, it’s fun although after a few visits the novelty wears off. Nice to visit once though. I guess they just opened one in chicago too, a little more modern looking. As for the password, well you just gotta find someone who knows it, but really everyone has to just perform their first time to get the full experience. Oh and everyone at the bar inside can watch the newbies on closed circuit TV. And yes I know the password. 🙂
I do think Chic must be FP’s, or somebodys, because yeah Papa Cooper does not seem invested in their wayward kid at all. Can’t blame him really. And “whoring career” lol- sorry that just cracked me up. You know I thought the whole Black Hood thing was fuckery, but based on this shit I might find myself missing it! I hope the rest of the season isn’t all Chic…
One thing I didn’t get was why the fuck Caleb started cutting/ peeling his own skin? Like I get the paranoia but did he REALLY think he might be an AI? I didn’t get that. But I liked how freaky it was when the power went out and then Ava could talk freely. Gave it a nice sense of atmosphere.
You started FTWD? Cool! Yeah it starts slow and Strand is annoying at first, but hang in. Although Alyica Debnam- Cary is arguabky the best part (I like Madison too- she gets better). But yeah I get you on the age! The best episodes are probably S2 on the boat, and parts of S3, but it may frustrate you at times. Can’t wait to see what you think!
I am kind of weird with fruit in general- I tell myself I don’t like it, even though I like the taste of pineapple flavored things. Which is ridiculous, let’s be real. I claim it’s “the consistency”, but again, I have never tried it so who knows! So did you have pineapple on steak or JUST with barbecue sauce? Because I won’t lie, with *just* barbecue sauce it sounds like… well, like an acquired taste ? I’d never heard of Mauna Kea before, but I googled it, and holy crap, those views are everything! And I figure- If NK *can* hit mainland US, what the hell would it want with Hawaii? Hell, it’s probably safer. Plus, Trump doesn’t like island people apparently, so it probably wouldn’t even concern him. Now, if they hit a bunch of rich old white men, look out ?
SAME, honestly. There was no way that their working together in the cages was a one-off. None. And I could have even bought that it was just so she could betray him at Mt Weather except… then she came back for S4 and ended up in space with him. And you’re right, they DO make the most sense obviously. I feel like he and Raven wouldn’t go there again, and even if Harper and Emori weren’t paired up, I just don’t see it. And YEP, if they do it NOW, get it over with, they can give us Bellarke before it’s over. I don’t know, I think O is just going to be unwaveringly ruthless. To the point of it being like, detrimental, especially once they’re out of the bunker and she doesn’t *have* to be. Also THIS tweet- https://twitter.com/belIamyblake_/status/955505813367345152 Apparently Clarke thinks they’re all dead in there!? I wonder if she knows something we don’t, or if it’s just based on the fact that they only had 5 years of survivability for 1200 people? NOW I am getting salty about the wait, I need so many answers!
HA yes, we can just beg Canada to adopt us! I like it! And OH yes, the porn star thing is unreal! There was a sketch on SNL this week that sums it up entirely. Let me find it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJkc_C5-Cd8 Like this is the truest thing ever, because every bullshit thing he does is just ignored. HOW?! I mean, Bill Clinton gets some consensual side action, and he’s impeached, and THIS troll just gets to keep going on and on, ruining the damn world.
YES that is exactly how I feel about Travelers- what ARE they trying to stop/fix/do/whatever!? And how are THEY all cool with not knowing!? Oh I love the idea that this is all for shits and giggles because the AI Director was bored and wanted to fuck with humans ? THAT would be epic. And maybe Grace is just bored of berry picking, so SHE is spicing things up. OR maybe she is in LOVE with The Director, and she doesn’t like the crap he’s pulling, so she wants to show herself as its equal. This could get really ridiculous haha.
I agree, Murphy was such wasted potential, though to be fair, I think it was BECAUSE he was being Murphy that they couldn’t use him as much in Continuum? Still. And yeah, the whole thing with Alec and his girlfriend was ugh. Why do I not even remember what happened to her? She died in the one timeline but I cannot remember what happened to her in the next one! I know he tried to push her away at one point too…
OH someone should do a dark Berenstain Bears. Only not bears because that would be silly, but like, with the same general theme. I just realized that there is probably some really sick fan fiction out there that would probably traumatize us all. Ooookay the Backyardigans were WEIRD. And they also reminded me of another SNL sketch from like a million years ago that slays me: http://www.ebaumsworld.com/videos/snl-jingleheimer-junction/81953561/
You’re right about cartoons (at least, the ones not specifically marketed to adults) never showing actual death! That’s weird. I looked it up, as I have heard of Jonny Quest but wasn’t terribly familiar, and wow, yeah, every screenshot or video was all dudes! Do they do a lot of “damsel saving”? That could explain it. Irritating, but I suppose that’s the 60s for you. What the hell does the Jetson mom do anyway? We know George works for 10 minutes a day in an office, but does she work? She can’t do much at home since she has a robot to do everything, and the kids are in school. You’ll have to find that out haha.
AW but I want the Safe House to have like… secret passages, and challenges in which you can earn drinks or something! OH so the password is always the same!? That is kind of fun! I am laughing at the thought of watching the new people do stupid shit to get in- but it must be mortifying to BE one of the new people trying to get in! You’d have to be drunk just to get the guts to do it to begin with! Is the one in Chicago like, the exact same, or does it have different crap? I feel like it would be more fun if they each had their own “theme”. Like if the Wisconsin one is Cold War Spies, the Chicago one could be… Idk, Revolutionary Era or something.
YEP I mean, even if Papa Coop didn’t want to bring the son into the foray, he’d at least have to have SOME kind of feels seeing his own damn kid for the first time. Unless said kid reminds him of the affair his then-girlfriend had with the town badass. In which case, Chic is probably right to try to kill him hah. I feel like the Chic thing will be like, he tries to get Betty on his side, and then he betrays her, blah blah blah. I mean, at least the Black Hood was killing people, this is just boring!
OH yeah, I didn’t get that either! I thought maybe Caleb was looking for like, a tracking chip or something? But that might have been me just watching too much The 100? Because HOW could he have been an AI? Ava KNEW she was an AI, so… And also, he knew he was alive before meeting Nathan, so what the hell!? I liked the power outage thing too- BUT I also figured they were too good to be true- Nathan was a lot of things, but stupid wasn’t one of them!
So, I was really getting into FTWD last night! It definitely picked up. I like that you see it as the world is in tact, then things start to get sketchy, and then by the third episode it’s like NOPE just burn the whole world down. And even though I know zombies aren’t a thing, when I heard noises at night outside I kept jumping- because I had been so into it (I watched 2 episodes) and I had to tell myself that it was the SHOW that had zombies, not my actual neighborhood ?
Fruit has weird consistency. Like I’ll drink orange juice but I don’t eat oranges? For the longest time I NEVER ate fruit, but I’m starting to get better now, hence pineapple. And yes just barbecue sauce, which I thought sounded a little weird. And yes I imagine it is an acquired taste! But it’s great with steak and I love steak sauce so I just… had it w/o the steak! Erm, moving along…
That tweet! Erg poor Clarke. So she’s basically pinning ALL her hopes on someone from Spacekru making it. As if she hasn’t been through so much already. And them Bell’s gonna show up with Echo… sigh. They’re gonna kill us with all this drama…
Yes I don’t get it. Apparently she gave an interview in 2011 where she talked about her affair w/ Trump and no one picked this story up before the election? You hear stuff like this- why do none of the reporters ever either prove this stuff or debunk it? I just don’t get it… and oh my gosh that skit is spot ON!
Travelers clearly suffers from us not knowing what their trying to accomplish lol. Some ill- defined badness. They’re kind of idiots if they don’t question this stuff? And yes the Director is fucking with everybody!!, I love it. There really is no crisis. Grace knows it and just plays along. Or something. I don’t know but I feel like we need a really weird twist like this.
Yeah whatever happened to her? I think she ran off with Julian. I still want to go back to that old timeline and see what happened with Julian and Carlos and Grace- whatever her name was drawing a blank. They should have showed us that timeline, fuck the other one!
Berenstain Bears fan fiction kinda… scares me? Oh my. The Backyardigans ARE weird, although I find their theme song strangely catchy? Another one I like is Oswald. He’s an octopus and lives in a weird city where everything is… how do you explain Oswald?? I actually have no idea. It’s kinda cute though? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JbiZF_KvIQ Don’t laugh!!! 🙂
Jonny Quest is weird because it’s not even damsels. There’s just like very few females? Did they think only boys were watching cartoons in those days? Weird. But the stories are kinda cool. And I think Mrs Jetson just shops? Talk about sexist. In the intro they show George offering her a few dollars and she grabs the whole wallet instead, and then goes to the sky mall. Nice message there lol. So there you go. But I forgot how lazy they were! In one episode George gets up and doesn’t even walk in the house, a fucking escalator thing like they have at airports moves him around.
I think the Chicago Safe House is much more modern looking, and the interior is definitely different from what I’ve seen on youtube, but I haven’t been. the Milwaukee one is in an alley not far from the river- I mean the location is perfect. It doesn’t even say Safe House- you literally have to find it. And the password never changes. Oh and there is a secret passage. If you take it you come out on a totally different street, it’s actually pretty cool. And there are a few other surprises.
They’re always teasing Dark Betty so I’m thinking maybe Chic turns her to the dark side somehow, maybe by betraying her like you said? But I am not impressed so far. And the preview for this week looked… weird too? *sigh* I hope they don’t fuck Riverdale up over this storyline…
Ha FTWD WILL make you jump! Glad you’re liking it so far. If I remember right S1 is super short too, so you’ll be to S2 before you know it. Good times. The Ruben Blades character kinda bugs me though, and so does Travis’ dipshit son Chris or whoever. I just wanted him to die pretty much.
Same with fruit, like, almost ALL fruit! Which is terribly unhealthy I’m sure, but I do eat some fruits? Um, never with barbecue sauce though haha. But hey, if you like it, have at it! Plus, you will likely never have to fight ANYONE for leftovers 😀
Yeah, it is brutal that she thinks that everyone in the bunker is dead. Not just cause it’s her mom and friends, but like, she thought she had saved them, at least. And now.. now it looks like she might have saved no one. It also has to be a terrifying thought that she and Madi are straight up the LAST humans. But it’s going to be awesome to see all these people who thought that the others were dead see that NOPE everyone is alive. Except Jaha. Because he’s dinner.
You know, it’s insane because this DID happen so long ago and yet… there’s just THAT much garbage about him that this didn’t even register on anyone’s radar. There’s really no other explanation, except “all the other stuff he did was worse”. Is this ever going to end? GAH.
I do hope that they kind of mix things up a bit next season in Travelers. Because it can’t just be another similar storyline of “who’s the good group of Travelers?”, no one will care anymore! OH maybe the group itself will split! Half on one side, half on another. Totally Team Mac versus Team Carly. Though I can’t see a ton of people ON Team Mac so… who knows!
Oh YES the Betty Alive timeline! We needed that, tbh. With them on the farm with Julian and his mom, gah. Stupid Alec, he is the reason we can’t have nice things. Like, literally, actually. Now it is bugging me that I dont know, I shall look it up. Okay apparently Emily just runs out on that dinner, because she finds out that she isn’t Maya’s Dad’s Mom. (That is a weird sentence ha.) And then….. that’s it. So another shitty non-ending. Thanks, jerks.
Aww Oswald IS kind of cute! I love his dog that looks like an ACTUAL hot dog too! Where do you find this stuff anyway!? ? Also, I HAD to know if fanfic existed and… it does. The first I found were legit, like “what if Brother and Too-Tall had been friends?” or “Sister and Lizzie have a modern slumber party!” and then…. then there was the stuff that if I opened it, I’d have lost my entire faith in humanity.
Wow so Jonny and the gang just had NO use for women whatsoever? Nice. I bet they DID think that girls didn’t watch that stuff. And to be fair, I bet in the 60s and such, girls didn’t- they probably weren’t even allowed to, which is infuriating. OH yes I remember that part of the intro now that you mention it! So not only is she a stereotype, but a greedy one at that! Wowww they can’t even walk from room to room!? This is sad.
There IS a secret passage!?!? Oh, that is the dream! I LOVE that kind of stuff- like, when I was a kid, and you know how kids imagine their dream homes before they understand money, I wanted to pay a builder to put secret shit all over my house that I could then look for and find! And wow, they don’t even tell you where it is!? I love that- I’d also be terrified that I’d just walk into some rando’s house haha.
Oh NO, that is a really good point about Dark Betty. And I am not a fan. So she’ll be all loyal to Chic, and he’ll betray her, so she’ll lose her shit completely and be Dark Betty? But… no. I mean, I can see it. I just don’t like it hah. I didn’t even see the preview, I should look it up! Wow… that looks… uninspired. I mean, none of what they showed is NEWS- like okay, Hiram doesn’t like Archie. No shit. Betty makes her palms bleed. Yep, we know. Yawn. I hope it’s better than it looks?
I like, cannot stop watching FTWD, I am on episode 5 already! (Oh wow, yeah, I see that S1 is only 6 episodes, that seems VERY short!) I kind of love the post-apocalyptic “government is lying to us” thing, so I am definitely in! I can’t decide who I hate and don’t hate yet though. I assume I’ll always love Alicia because… Lexa. Travis’s kid IS annoying, but his ex-wife has been kind of a pain in the ass too. And I felt bad for Nick at first but like… stop being such a selfish asshole, kid! He legit strapped himself to a dying guy’s morphine drip and lied to his mom who basically moved heaven and earth to try to help him, and I am hoping that Susan or whoever strolls back in next door to eat him.
I have no idea why I love pineapple and literally eat no other fruit! Except tomatoes, I like those too. And blueberries. That’s… about it?
So true! It must be gut- wrenching, literally Spacekru is her only hope that ANYONE survived at this point! Gah. And if you thought you and Madi were it, and there was literally no way to replenish the human race, that would be so depressing and weird wouldn’t it?? But yes those reunion scenes should be EPIC! And I wonder if Jaha will be served with barbecue sauce?
I think a lot of the media held back for fear of being accused of partisanship, maybe. I mean the salacious dossier (I like the sound of that) was first reported like right before the election, by Mother Jones, but no one else went with it because they couldn’t “prove” the allegations. and then Trump won. I feel like they should have reported it and let the public decide if it’s relevant.
Yeah Travelers vs Vincent for a whole nother season might get old… but I hope they do a good job of it, or mix it up some? Clearly I want some kind of Grace fuckery. 🙂 Splitting the group up would be fun! I still want them to go to the future or find out the Director is nuts. Maybe he just wants to play? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B53Vlje7mcM
Betty! That was her name. And oh so that dinner was her last scene EVER? Fuckery. Instead we got Brad and warbots and whatever else. In my headcanon Emily looked up Julian and they got together- HEA. Imagine those two fighting though! She’s kick his ass. And then they ran into garza at some point and became friends (or Garza kept dissing her, because… well Garza). I feel like there are so many missed opportunities here…
Ew I’m afraid to ask. Or to look. But Oswald… I saw that on NickJr a few years back when I had cable, and it was like… cute and fun? It’s so goofy. I’m tempted now to look at fan fiction. Like is there show fanfic? Maybe Continuum… hmm. Or The 100 of course. I can only imagine some of THAT…
I feel like Jonny Quest just sort of missed the boat on the woman thing. Like if if they replaced Hadji with a girl they could have been forward thinking and had a tough female character swinging on ropes and blowing up lizard people too, ya know? Although maybe Hadji was representation in the lily-white American 60’s lol?
The secret passage is kinda cool, and it’s not hard to find. If I remember it’s marked pretty clearly? Maybe. And I would LOVE to have a secret library or something in my house, maybe a sliding bookcase that leads to it.
Yeah I hope she catches on to Chic soon. Alice seems like a suspicious type so I hope she catches on soon too, and isn’t all oh-my-baby-boy is-home-isn’t -he -just -great when it turns out he’s homicidal piece of shit. Sigh. I’m hoping they come up with something original… and Hiram Lodge does not work for me. Ever since he showed up Hermione has gotten less interesting too.
Dang you’re rolling right along. Sweet! You’ll be caught up in no time and then we can watch S3 together! I’m not a fan of Nick or Chris, frankly, I basically only like Madison and Alicia lol. And Strand grows on me so by the end of S2 I like him a lot. The rest- fuck em. they’re idiots, as you shall soon see. Travis is okay but he does dumb stuff. But yeah- I love how the whole world just falls apart.
I haven’d had blueberries in ages- we used to have a little tree when I was a kid, and I ate those on the regular. Now, I pretty much eat like, 3 or 4 fruits? Strawberries are the only ones I will actively seek out. I love raspberries in champagne bwhaha, but i don’t know if that counts. I’ll eat grapes if they’re around. Apples like, once or twice a year. Bananas only in bread, or honey nut cheerios- yes, I am THAT specific ?
Exactly, can you even imagine!? They probably just roam the countryside look for male nightbloods at this point. It WOULD be depressing and weird- and even worse for Madi, I assume, because Clarke is over a decade older than her, which must scare the hell out of Madi. Goodness, being the last person left on Earth would be the worst fate, basically. And YES- if you’re really lucky, they’ll have grown some pineapple in the bunker, so they can have their Jaha grilled with barbecue sauce AND pineapple 😀
“Salacious dossier”, love it, sounds very journalistic! And yeah, I think that WAS part of it, which… I now blame the media, too. I am basically going to make a shit list of all the people I can blame for this bullshit. I can say with a clear conscience that I had nothing to do with it, I was pro-Hillary since 2008 ?
I think they’ve kept us in the dark about the future long enough. Do we even know how FAR in the future they’re from? I think they need to give us something, here. HA that is kind of how I imagine the Director, tbh! Maybe it IS all just some kind of game, a human experiment, perhaps.
Yeah, I had thought that she’d been in more episodes, but maybe that is why I couldn’t remember them- because there were none hahah. Stupid way to end her story though. Stupid way to end the whole show, let’s be real. And WAIT- what ended up happening with Julian anyway!? Did we even get closure on that!? You’re right, that whole show is a big old missed opportunity! It was so GOOD too, ugh. I don’t blame anyone but the bastards who canceled it without giving the writers a chance to fully wrap it up.
NEVER look up the BB fanfic. EVER. I am disturbed that human minds even WANT to talk about parts of Papa Bear and such. I feel… tainted by this knowledge. Save yourself! Oswald really is cute! Some kids’ shows are SO adorable and then some make you want to rip your arm off and beat yourself to death with it. Have you ever heard of Caillou? Whoever came up with THAT should no longer exist. Peppa Pig also is pretty horrible. I shudder. I know a LOT of people write The 100 fanfic because I see it from time to time on Twitter, Tumblr, etc. I am not a huge fan personally, because I like whatever the real story is. But I DID once read a fanfic alternate ending of Allegiant by Veronica Roth that allowed me to sleep better at night. I bet there are some for just about every show, honestly!
Oh, as soon as I saw Hadji , I knew that he was their foray into POC rep. I bet it’s awful rep, but good for the time, I suppose. But god forbid they included a woman. Though- I almost rather NO women than having women and portraying them as weak or stupid or whatever, so…
But secret passages should not be MARKED, you should have to discover them!! I mean, I guess it’s a public space so I do get it, but in my pretend house, it’s going to be hard to find. And maybe hard to escape! OH I like the idea of the bookcase thing- Scooby Doo style! A secret library is infinitely more amazing than a regular library, and a regular library is also quite amazing.
THIS popped into my news feed today- http://tvline.com/2018/01/24/riverdale-musical-episode-carrie-season-2-the-cw-april/ A musical episode? REALLY? First of all, this isn’t 2006, this trend has been done to DEATH. Second… NO. It’s already stupid enough when they break into random song! UGH if Alice falls for Chic’s crap, I am going to be pissed too. Just cause she’s a mother doesn’t mean she suddenly turns into an idiot! And I wholly agree about Hiram making everything MORE boring since his arrival. Veronica is boring, Hermione is the queen of boring… They just have nothing to DO with his character, we already know he’s a rich asshole, and they never developed him beyond that!
YEP I have 12 minutes left of S1- I was going to finish last night, but I was afraid it would end on a cliffhanger and then I’d never go to sleep, so I paused it on a lull- when they walked into Strand’s house! YES we must watch S3 together! It isn’t on Hulu yet, is it? I think it is on the AMC app though! I like Madison and Alicia too- they seem the smartest. Is Chris… trying to like, be with Alicia? Also, WHY did that army guy shoot Ofelia!? Travis DOES do dumb shit- I feel like he tries wayyy too hard to be everyone’s buddy that he ends up being dumb. OH! And why, oh WHY, did they let loose an entire army of zombies just to rescue 2 (well, they thought 3) people!? That seemed ridiculous! And do they ever tell us how the virus started? Because- remember when Alicia’s bf Matt was sick? And they thought that is how they became undead? But then…. Griselda died from sepsis, but they had to cattle prod her brain? So… which is it!? OH and why exactly did the military need to kill everyone inside the gate? I mean, not that I don’t think they’d do it, because I think they would, but WHY, since they weren’t infected? Why not just leave? I mean, if you want to save humanity you can’t kill ALL the people, especially if they’re showing no signs of illness, right? That was the part I didn’t get.
I can do honey nut Cheerios? Is that fruit? Ha ha I’m not a fan of bananas, my parents tried to MAKE me eat them once and that was that. And blueberries are the bomb. My grandma used to send me and my cousin out in the woods to pick ’em, and I never ate them but as an adult I realized I liked them. I like them frozen though.
The last person on earth- what a freaky concept. Like I’ve heard of wanting alone time, or quiet time to read, but that might be going overboard a bit. Still… no traffic, no lines. If I can figure out how the movie projectors work I’d have free run of the movies. But it would get lonely, no question. And Jaha might taste better w/ pineapple! That and steak sauce, and you gotta season the meat just right. Maybe the Grounders have their own seasonings… you know Pauna powder, Polis roadhouse, maybe a Rig marinade…
Salacious dossier could be a band name if it was a little shorter.
The Director is so much more interesting to me if he’s an unbalanced, homicidal quack AI, rather than some benevolent overlord trying to rescue humanity *yawns* Going into a third season we need more. And I want to see more oldsters with assault weapons.
I think Julian was dropped like a hot potato too. Between him and Emily… instead we got the stupid last season storyline, and they kept having that dumb cop show up. He was blown up! I thought the Freelancers were given short shrift too. Very disappointing.
“parts of Papa bear.” There are some sick puppies in this world. Caillou- ugh. Peppa Pig *snort* that’s all i can think of because Peppa Pig just… snorts. Can’t get past. I’m curious now though. I don’t even know where to find fan fic but I guess I’ll just google it and see. I wrote a Star Wars fan fic the other week because I hated the new movie so much, but I’m afraid to post it. But I felt better. 🙂
I’m trying to remember if it’s marked or if it’s just one of those things everyone knows about. I haven’t been there in a while. There’s like a trick phone booth too and I want to say it’s right by there, but my memory’s fuzzy. And my dream secret library is behind a fake bookshelf, like I said, but inside there’s a cozy fireplace and a spiral staircase that leads up to the 2nd level of the library, because of course, and the 2nd level has like a viewing window with a badass telescope and soft lighting. I’d never leave though probs.
My first reaction was noooo to the musical episode- but then I saw it was Carrie and Cheryl plays her. lolololololol it could be good? Just for that reason. But no the idea of it irks me. They need to stick with creepyness and that other town that’s full of witches and shit like that… I like the darker tone. And Alice works best for me as the bitch who fucks with people, not some victim of sappy emotions because her freak, er, long lost son is home. Hiram just needs to die because then Veronica can grieve, we don’t have to see him anymore, and it’s all good. And Varchie can bang in the shower again because, you know, grieving.
Ooh you’re almost to the boat! Hulu gets S3 on Jan. 30th, I believe. And idiot me just canceled Hulu, the commrcials were driving me nuts! I guess I didn’t think about FTWD. Oops. I’ll just re-up or buy em on amazon, so let me know when you’re there. 🙂 I was gonna re- up when Handmaid’s returns anywho. Chris… is an asshole. Yeah he wants Alicia I think. And yeah they make bad decisions. lol hence zombie army. I don’t think the virus is ever explained- when this show branched off from The Walking Dead I think there was talk of explaining it, but I don’t think they ever did. Basicially anyone who dies turns. I actually saw a pretty good debate thread about how the military was portrayed in that episode, it’s an interesting post. https://www.reddit.com/r/FearTheWalkingDead/comments/3nq69l/what_bugs_me_about_the_military_portrayal_in_ftwd/
And I have no idea why that guy shot Ofelia. He was an ass. So is Daniel though ugh.
Bwahhah NO but bananas IN the honey nut cheerios is! I don’t like bananas in any other cereal, and I have no idea why, I suppose I am just a weirdo? Whyyyy do parents force their kids to eat stuff? It never works! My dad and I once had this hours-long fight over brussels sprouts and I was like “these smell like feet and I am never eating them” and of course there was yelling and tears. And I still don’t like them, so clearly he didn’t do me any favors by trying to make me eat them! I don’t think I have ever had blueberries frozen, but it sounds good!
HA seriously, that takes “needing time alone” to a whole new level! I would go crazy after a few hours I think. Fine, maybe a couple days hah. And the knowing that you’d never see another human? I think that would be the worst part. Jaha probably would taste better with pineapple- more tender, certainly! OH I like the idea of their own marinades- though Pauna powder might be as offputting as Jaha burgers ? I hope Indra stole the recipe for Rig Marinade before they burned Luna too.
I think Salacious dossier could be a band name as is! I like it!
SAME, I feel like things need to go off the rails in S3- it’s almost been *too* neat up until this point. And it was fine, but it can only stay that way for so long, we’re going to need a twist. And YES to more old people with rifles! And more just totally random people fighting for the cause in general- nuns, clowns, toddlers, I’ll take whoever!
Oh YEAH I forgot about Shumway and the Freelancers for a hot second! I get ONE episode where Tasya fights people, and bam, no more. That was rude. They should have at LEAST showed what happened to Julian briefly- I mean, remember when old man-Julian was a HUGE plot point? (I forget his little code name.) And I think that the Emily dismissal was most annoying because they changed a whole timeline to save her, and then a few episodes later, they’re fine with letting her just walk off into the sunset! I’m probably always going to be most salty that Kierlos never happened, tbh.
There ARE sick people. Caillou is the devil’s work. Kid is whiny as hell, and then AS he is whining and being generally awful, his shitty parents just give him whatever he wants and cater to his every whim. And Peppa Pig… that pig is a bitch, straight up! They all fat-shame Daddy Pig (even though they are ALL just as round as him) and then Peppa is so rude to George, and she is just not a very nice pig in general. I think that fan fiction can be cathartic, especially if it is something that really bummed you out, like you and Star Wars. Were you going to post it on your blog? I think people would enjoy it! (Only if you wanted to, of course!) But yeah, you DO feel better sometimes when at least your mind has a resolution to a story that pissed you off! OH- and this is really the only fan fic site I know, just because people in The 100 fandom reference it a lot- http://archiveofourown.org/
I want to see this trick phone booth! This sounds like so much fun- especially after a few drinks! I can just imagine drunk people trying to find their way out of some secret rooms, it kind of sounds perfect! WOW, I would never leave your dream library either, that sounds INCREDIBLE! Spiral staircases are the BEST, so that is a very good call. And a fireplace of course. And since you’ve got to be rich to build this, even in the summer you can just blast the AC so that the fireplace can stay on! OH you can have like, a roof-deck where the books aren’t stored, but you can like, watch stars, and there are big comfy chairs or couches and ALSO a retractable glass enclosure for when it rains! So your couch doesn’t get jacked up. Or the coffee bar that I just decided needs to be on the roof too!
I mean- I agree that Carrie as a thing could be good. I just don’t love the idea of an all-music episode, because I find them annoying in general? But hopefully the Carrie part will make up for it. HA I love the idea of Hiram dying, and of course, Varchie shower sex because um, isn’t that how everyone mourns the dead? Did you watch it last night? I thought it was a *little* better than the week before, but only because Toni called Jug out. I won’t say much more in case you didn’t. Okay I just Twitter stalked you and you didn’t, so I am saying nothing else. But Toni won the episode.
I am on the boat! Holy crap, I cannot believe Travis had to shoot Liza! And oh my goodness, the episode with the family in the ranger station!? That was BRUTAL. I mean, bad enough when you think that the little boy is going to make it, like okay, that’s super bittersweet, but then the asshole brother comes and takes him too!? Nooooo. I am SO excited that S3 is going to be on Hulu soon, YAY! I hate watching shows on the channel apps. Made my day! I should be there soon honestly because I cannot stop watching the damn show hahha. Were the commercials really bad for you? They haven’t been for me- just like, maybe one or two per episode, and not long ones either. You could always do another free trial with another email address 😀 So WAIT- The Walking Dead never explains it either!? That is nuts! Is that show any good, by the way? That Reddit thing has good points- I think that the Reserves/Guard really wouldn’t be assholes. Also dying at “LT Douchecanoe” ? I think my big thing was, not ALL of those guys were asshats- just one. So I wished that the good guys could have just taken out the bad ones, you know? They couldn’t control if the military was going to burn the town down, but they could have helped, I guess.
YES Daniel is being an ass too- he’s so RUDE to Strand, and it’s like, Danny, this guy can throw your ass overboard at aaannnyy moment. Also, is it just me, or does Ofelia have the personality of a brick? OH! And is this person that Alicia is talking to going to be a baddie!? Because the way he was like “see you soon Alicia’ after she said she couldn’t help him… that gave me the creeps.
Yeah you can’t force a kid to like something. Stupid parentals ha ha. And they ruined bananas for me forever. although to be fair I don’t think I woulda liked em anyway- too mushy. Brussel sprouts- don’t think I’m a fan of those much either. 🙂
Rig marinade sounds kinda good? Maybe best with seafood. Oh and did you see yesterday that they cast someone in a role for the S5 finale and that it’s someone who plays a role in S6 (assuming it’s renewed)? Hmm more new characters!
KIller nuns! I could live with that. And kids lol that’s awesome- some 8 yr old shooting the fuck out of faction members or something. The skies the limit really!
Kierlos had possibilities, for sure, and so did Kierlog. Maybe? And wouldn’t Julian and Emily make an outstanding couple? Reminds me of this quote at the 5:03 mark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy8nFye3Llo&t=323s
Julian and Emily were both huge! And yes they destroyed a timeline for her dammit! How can she just vamoose? I mean they clearly liked Shumway and kept his ass around! And more Tasya *nods*
“that pig is a bitch” howls w/ laughter. Love it. I just laugh when they snort and that’s as far as I get lol. But yeah they need to work on their supportive family skills, clearly. I was going to post it on my blog, but I wasn’t sure. Like is fanfic illegal? I mean no one would care about my little story (it’s super short) but Star Wars is like fairly protective of their trademark- which I totally support- so I wasn’t sure if I COULD post it? But it was a bit cathartic!
Spiral staircases ARE the best, my grandparents had one in their place up north and I loved it. As a kid I just wanted to go up and down. Combined with a library= perfection. And ooh I like your rooftop idea! Maybe a pool up there? There’s condo place downtown that’s right by the highway, so in the summer you can see people swimming in the rooftop pol there- kinda cool. And blast the AC- no doubt! I mean books plus fireplace?? Oh and I love the coffee bar idea. Or a little tiki bar with umbrella drinks. Wait, both!
I’m not keen on an all- music episode either. Sounds dumb. And no I haven’t watched it yet- I may try to fit it in tonight. I’m kinda hopeful I like it better? And glad to hear Toni had some nice scenes- she’s got potential.
Right? Travis shooting Liza… I don’t know if I could do that. And you know I just hate commercials in general- always have. And the same ones over and over. I finished up Runaways finally and between that and The Gifted and Handmaid’s- they were just killing me. And once I was done with Handmaid and Runaways i was like “I don’t need Hulu anymore” for a while, while neglecting to consider FTWD (I honestly thought they wouldn’t get S3 for a while, until I checked last night). Sigh- bad life choice. But I’ll just buy em on amazon because that way no commercials. Netflix has totally ruined me for ads too, it’s hard to watch Netflix and then go to commercials on Hulu, at least for me…
The Walking Dead NEVER explains it. they’re on like season 8 now or whatever and nope, no explanations. Which is irritating. And Walking Dead is good… at first. Kinda like FTWD, it starts out during the apocalypse- actually let me amend that, when Rick (the protagonist) wakes up it’s already been happening, so timeline- wise FTWD is set a little before TWD. I think The Walking Dead is good for the first few seasons, but it’s like fallen off a cliff quality- wise for the last few, at least for me. And they do a lot of dumb things on that show too. Like occasionally they’ll do episodes where there’s only one character, or just a few, and I hate those, because they’re trying to “develop” the character but sometimes it’s so dumb. that show can be fun but it’s got issues…
Ofelia is a brick. Like ditch the whackjob dad and get a life! Daniel is horrible. And ooh yes Alicia should NOT have answered that call. Just saying. Although it does lead to one of my favorite scenes in the series – I’m sure we’ll be discussing it soon. 🙂 I love the stuff on the boat. and especially when Strand wouldn’t let them take on more people- such a tough call! I really like strand although he can be iffy- but he and Madison are at times the only smart ones?
Still laughing about Peppa…
Bananas ARE mushy, and those stringy things, what the hell is the deal with those!? Honestly not sure why we as humans insist that some plants should be eaten. Like brussels sprouts. Or onions. Like- we *can* eat dandelions but that doesn’t mean we *should*. Get it together, humanity.
YESSS Rig Marinade is the post-apocalyptic version of eel sauce ? And YES I saw all about the mystery character played by a dude named Shannon (who is actually my new fave because of THIS tweet- https://twitter.com/SHANNONKOOK/status/956166567934357504 ) because I TOLD YOU about him LAST WEEK. Goodness. 😀 ALSO. This is the scariest thing I have ever seen on Twitter and that is saying a LOT- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/956964099539156992 I mean, it has to be someone HUGE dying, because it would have to be somehow worse than Lincoln, Jasper, the cullings… GAH I cannot handle it, and we are going to have to wait until like, July to even know what is happening. I actually hope I don’t get spoiled before then.
HA right? Nuns with Guns, they can call themselves that, and they can be a special group of Travelers! I wonder what would happen if a Traveler popped into a baby, for real? Would they be able to talk? I mean- Marcy was able to after a Traveler jumped into her head, so you’d have to assume it would work similarly for a baby? What about someone in a persistent vegetative state? I have questions!
Yeahhh they dropped Kierlogg really quickly too, didn’t they? Almost seemed like they had no idea where to go with romances in the show, so they just… did nothing productive. And Julian and Emily, while I didn’t see much chemistry there, would have been an epic smack in the face to Alec no question. Ahhh the Breakfast Club! It always freaked me out a little that Claire wanted to be with whatever Judd Nelson’s name was, because ughhh he was so gross. He said such awful things to her! But anyway hahh.
She really is an awful pig. Deserves to be bacon, if you ask me. She isn’t nice to her friends, she thinks she’s better than everyone… ugh. And poor George just wants to play with her! (Obviously I have been forced to watch this crap more times than I wanted to!) And I think you CAN post fan fic, as long as you specify that it IS fan fic? It’s one of those things that falls under the fair use act, because you don’t profit from it, nor do you claim the source as your own. And you’re not re-posting already created work.
Ooooh your grandparents had a spiral staircase!? Jealous of their house! A friend of mine had one in her log cabin, which was cool in itself, and I would make excuses just to go up and down them- it lead to this amazing loft where they had toys and a bunch of video game systems. Oh DEFINITELY a pool. I mean, go big or go home, right? Maybe the BAR can be on the roof- because if you’re going to have a pool, you probably need the bar. Especially a tiki bar, love that idea! And then the coffee can be inside by the fire place! I’m picturing it and it’s basically the best place ever 😀
It… was mediocre, but I think it might have answered a couple questions. Unfortunately, I think it also showed that some of the things we didn’t *want* to happen are more likely to happen. Dark Betty, etc. Mrs Blossom had a few funny lines too. Hiram is 100% as annoying as you’d assume. Maybe more. I feel like he’s a 15 year old in disguise basically. I should watch the trailer for next week.
Ugh RIGHT? How do you kill someone you know and loved? I mean- I know it was his ex and all, but it was also the mother of his child, and she was a good person. I think there is commercial free Hulu though, right? (I DO agree about the repetition though, if I see ONE MORE commercial for Counterpart-some show on Starz- I will scream.) But I think the non-commercial option is only a few dollars a month more- and probably cheaper than buying the whole season on Amazon!
UGH but why do they not explain it!? I need to know! It is driving me insane. I kind of like that FTWD started before it all went down. Is TWD a family too, or just randos? I have heard that about TWD, that it was good at first but then they just start killing everyone for shock value, which then ends up being not shocking anymore. And I HATE episodes of shows with just one character- usually flashbacks it seems- why do they do those!? Just makes me want to fast-forward. Like, even the flashbacks of Strand were kind of boring, though I do get why they were necessary.
Seriously, I wish Ofelia would do SOMETHING, anything! Get a hobby, start doing puzzles, or knitting for all I care, just have a personality! She doesn’t even seem that bummed about her mom! Daniel is a fucking disaster. How he is still alive is beyond me- I’d have killed him just to shut him up tbh. I don’t know how Strand didn’t! SO I watched the episode with Jack and Alicia and Connor. What a shitshow THAT was. Was your favorite scene in that episode? And as much as I dislike Daniel… it was smart as hell to tie up zombie-bro. I also LOVE that Nick is basically the Zombie Whisperer ? But WHY does Chris keep making so many stupid decisions? Like everyone else makes SOME bad decisions, he makes ALL the bad decisions. And I am DYING to know what happens if a baby dies- like Madison was scaring Preggers with- I mean, babies don’t have teeth, which I suppose would stop them from killing you, BUT would it just… zomb around until it gets teeth and THEN eat people? Zomb should be a verb, and it is now, I have decided.
Also, I am already on episode 6 because I physically cannot stop watching this show. It’s got the excitement of like, The 100 or 12 Monkeys, but it is more… surface level stuff, I guess is a good way of putting it? The intelligence of Riverdale maybe? ? Anyway, whatever it is, it works because it is SOOOO watchable. Also, I don’t know if this is a career, but I think that television psychology should be a profession. It’s fascinating, figuring out WHY a show is so addicting.
Bananas would make me hurl, I’m sure. Can’t do it. No mas. Anything stringy= nope. I often wonder why fruits, if the’re so good for us, have to taste like shit. Why can’t they taste like nachos or pizza? You know? Life questions.
Eel sauce! I like the sound of that, even if (as previously discussed) I’m not sure I want to try it? But it sounds KINDA cool? Like how calamari sounds all exotic and good but then you find out it’s squid. Speaking of, have you had calamari? And oh my gosh- that tweet! I like this guy already. Bellarke is clearly the right answer there. 🙂 But that OTHER tweet though- WTAF? That is NOT good. Please don’t be O please don’t be O please don’t be O… I figure she might be a good candidate for a shock killing, but I hope not. This season is gonna be an emotional twister I think.
Nuns with guns… :):)
Kierlog had such possibilities! The snark potential alone… plus let’s face it his moral flexibility was at times entertaining. What a team they’d have been! And yes Alec would have been gobsmacked if Emily had gone to Julian. THAT I would have liked to see. And yeah I know hate-to-love is a fun trope and all, but I think Claire and Bender went a little fast in that direction lol. But again I love the idea of them going down the hall together, maybe kissing before class- what a class inversion THAT would be! Plus what parents wouldn’t LOVE Johnny Bender coming over??? This is my favorite Bender moment BTW, when he says “relax. I’ll get it.” He’s such a helpful young man! Amd the look on his face lol… at the 14 second mark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9wILFMKnr8 Yeah he’s a jerk tho…
“Deserves to be bacon.” STOP! True though. And clearly you’re more familiar with her exploits than I am,I’ve only ever seen snippets, and the snorting has had the most impact, truth be told. Still she does sound like a wench. And really? Awesome. I shall be posting it (well, scheduling it, post haste)! Good to know, and makes sense. I checked out that site you provided and spent some time reading fan fic (there’s a TON FFS) so Riverdale didn’t happen- I fell down THAT rabbit hole but didn’t mind, it was interesting! Wow fan fic has a healthy following!!!
Yup. the bar is definitely on the outside. Maybe one of those you just swim right up to? And the pool is covered so if it rains, big deal- you just swim anyway. Or go in and have coffee by the fire, natch. See all bases covered? I like it. And yes the grandparentals had a cool place, but the spiral stairs might have been one of the best features? It was all dark paneled downstairs too, with a view of the lake, so it was super cozy. Although it was hotter than shit towards the end because you know they got cold, so the heat was turned WAY up. What can you do though?
I may watch it tonight. I’m okay with dark Betty but it has to be done right. I kinda want her to kill Chic but not remember, so she doesn’t feel all guilty. And Alice = the best. She’s on Longmire too in an occasional role and I legit almost didn’t recognize her, she looked so different. Hiram just needs to be knocked off. Maybe he’ll go back to prison, after all the FBI are clearly on to him. And then V can break up with Archie because arch “betrayed” her, since I don’t really see Varchie anyway. And I want more of witch town instead of all this Chic crap…
Yeah there is the commercial free option (stupid me). And I never finished the Gifted either. Although TBH it’s not that great- but I’m halfway through and I heard the Stepford Cuckoos were introduced so now I must finish it! The Cuckoos are basically triplets who share a hive mind kinda thing and are telepathic badasses. They could make that show awesome. http://ew.com/tv/2017/12/11/the-gifted-esme-stepford-cuckoos-skyler-samuels-postmortem/
And oh my gosh Counterpart- ugh. SO sick of that promo. And I kept seeing some horror movie thing and other crap during Runaways, plus their behind-the-scenes thing and it was SO annoying. Plus I feel like Amazon streaming runs smoother for me, I had some freeze- up issues with Hulu, but I agree it would be cheaper…
I don’t even know if THEY know why. It’s like based on comics so the creator I’m sure has his idea but I’m not sure they ever care to reveal the why. From what I’ve seen in interviews anyway. Irritating. TWD does have a family element, but it’s mostly a bunch of randos who end up together, and they become found family I guess through the shared experience, but sometimes it works better than others. And it can be super unrealistic. The last few seasons have sucked, ever since they introduced this Negan guy, their new nemesis. Last season was horrible. I’m pretty much over it. I like FTWD better because it’s original, whereas TWD adapts the comic storylines, which I’ve never read and don’t care to. The art looks so ugly they don’t appeal to me at all. And they have a LOT of those interlude-type episodes, and they’re maddening. Oh my gosh.
Ofelia needs to do puzzles! Or some damn thing. She’s useless. My favorite scene is coming up when they resolve the Jack storyline, on the boat. You’ll probably know it when you see it! It involves a gun. 🙂 And yes here’s your brother lol. Zombified. I did enjoy that. Oh my gosh zombie babies… yeah it would turn, right? Yeesh fuck that noise… *shudders* Chris is like the worse, which you’ve probably seen by now, and every episode I was like die please. Get bitten. You’d think drug addled Nick would be the mess (and he is, kinda) but Chris… fuck, that guy.
Episode 6 might be the one with the scene I was talking about? And you are humming along! I do think they should pay us to watch shows, and we could analyze which ones are addictive and why. Clearly we are most qualified for that.
HA exactly, or vegetables- no one actually LIKES lettuce, right? It’s like eating your lawn. I feel like- people force themselves to eat salad and such, but then add dressing and cheese and croutons and whatever, and I feel like… wouldn’t they be eating fewer calories if they just skipped the damn thing, ate something they liked, and felt happy? Because if I want pizza, a salad won’t fix that!
Yep exactly, though probably best to check the fish for radiation before slapping the marinade on! And YES- I love calamari! One of my favorites. As long as it’s cooked right- sometimes I think places overcook and it’s a little tough, but it’s generally delicious!
And right, this mystery character dude is already everyone’s favorite, one tweet sealed the deal. Unless he kills Bellamy, he’s in. And SHIT- I hadn’t even thought of O, but I think you’re onto something. See, here was my take on it:
Worst Case: Bellamy (or Clarke, but probably Bellamy)
Medium Awful Case: One of Kabby
Best Case: Jason was just fucking with us and everyone is fiiinnnneee. 😀
BUT. Now I have a new theory based on your theory: It IS O, but it’s BELLAMY that kills her, bringing this whole “head versus heart” thing full circle. Bonus points if he has to kill her to save Clarke and/or Madi. This season is going to kill us. If we can make it to April to find out.
I oddly liked Kierlogg- though Kierlos should have been end game. Actually, anything other than the actual end should have been end game, come to think of it… And HA I would have loved to see Alec’s reaction- especially since he and Julian never got along. BENDER, that’s it! And exactly- it was a few hours, I don’t change my opinion on someone in a few hours. Especially since he spent the first few being an ass anyway. It really was a funny movie though, I chuckled at that clip. See- my thing is, I never thought they’d be anything past that day? Like- when school rolled back around, I figured they’d go back to ignoring each other, because that is how life works, sadly. I would have liked it if they could have actually like, helped each other grow. Him be less of a jerk to people, and her to stop thinking she’s better than everyone. But alas, I think they probably just continued to be whatever they were before- maybe with a side of guilt for a couple days.
Oh yay! I will read your post, and then whatever you wrote will become canon in my head since I will never watch the actual Star Wars movie 😀 I haven’t actually gotten too far on that site- but it might be fun to look around! I am picky about what I’ll even read, because if I love it (ahem, The 100) I can’t have the story “tainted” by outside stories. Unless they’re mine, and frankly, mine only ended stories that the writers were too busy to end hah. That IS the kind of fan fiction I think I’d read- not an alternate story, just… fixing a few flaws! Unless I hate the original, then all bets are off, have at it, fiction writers!
Yesss- the pool can be covered if need be, or uncovered if you’d like fresh air. And DEFINITELY yes to a swim-up bar! THAT is something I should have put on my bucket list post because YES. I think that sitting in water drinking sounds like the most fun ever. And then of course, when you get cold in the pool, that is what the downstairs is for. Also, the pool has one of those hot tubs that then looks like a waterfall pouring into the pool. Wowww their house sounds amazing- especially the view of the lake, and being cozy and such. Oh, that is so true, older people LOVE the heat. I went to visit my grandma in the nursing home tonight, and it was 80 in her room, and she’s like, got a damn heavy sweater on, meanwhile I am about to pass out.
I think I don’t mind Dark Betty either if it’s done well. I mean, no one can be perky all the time, so in a way it makes sense. But… I suppose we’ll see. I would almost prefer Vigilante Betty, it would be more in character. And then she can tooootally kill Chic hahha. I like Alice, even when I don’t like Alice 🙂 That’s fun that she’s in Longmire! Is that still good? Oh and you KNOW that is where they are heading with Varchie- no matter what happens to Hiram, Veronica is going to find out that Archie ratted on him, and that will be the end of that. And then.. we’ll probably be subjected to more will-they-wont-they of Barchie. Ugh. They need some fresh storylines in general. Like, when your random side characters have to carry the show… you need a fresh plot.
Aww sad that The Gifted isn’t that great. I mean, telepathic triplet clones DO sound awesome (and sound pretty interesting- and look kind of creepy), hopefully it can make it better. I feel like it probably isn’t my kind of show- and I have heard some “meh” things, sadly. How was Runaways? Knock on wood, I have been okay with Hulu, in terms of it not freezing. It did a couple times, but my internet was being an asshole, so not Hulu’s fault. There is this movie ad playing now when I watch it, for some movie I try to block out, but all they keep saying is “Daniel Day Lewis’s haunting last role” or whatever and then I was like, wait, is he dead? And he’s not, so I am soooo confused.
Holy crap, FTWD IS expensive on Amazon- $27 just for SD!? Come on. I was curious 😀 But WOW, they just don’t think it’s important to explain the origin of the freaking zombie apocalypse!? See, there is something fan fiction would be necessary for! Ooooh I didn’t know that about FTWD versus TWD in terms of comics! I hate to say it, but it DOES sound like FTWD’s original story is better. My brother’s girlfriend and I were talking about it today- she’s watched the original and I was trying to get her to watch FTWD hah- and she said basically the same thing you did, that she loved it at first, but then it just got meh after awhile and she hasn’t even caught back up.
Seriously, I am bored on Ofelia’s behalf. Though now I have to feel sorry for her because both her parents are dead. Daniel’s last act was pretty badass, I will say! And Madison, when she locked Celia in that room? I was cheering! But what is UP with Nick? He still buys this crap!? ANd Chris, holy shit. Did he legit almost kill a little kid? AFTER he almost killed Madison twice?! Like- I get that Travis is his dad, but I don’t know…. when do you just realize the kid is fucked up beyond repair? I was so freaking giddy that Strand came back for them too- especially after he and Alicia were waving at each other as he was thrown out, I teared up. And when he had to kill his boyfriend, that was a teary moment. I’m glad they’re done with Celia’s creepy place though, I was over that pretty quickly. Now if Travis could just drop Chris off at Zombie Daycare or whatever and get back to the boat… I hope they make it back to the boat, that provided for a LOT of possibilities. And Jack is dead now, right? Since Zombie Bro infected Connor, I assume they’re all goners?
And yes, we ARE the most qualified. Though… maybe I am not really because my tastes don’t always align with everyone else’s? I mean, I still haven’t been able to get past episode 2 of Stranger Things ?
OH I started reading The Handmaid’s Tale- Val made me. She read the book and is now watching the show, so she told me I had to read the book so we could compare. So far, the book is suuuuper tame compared to the show- but I wonder if it would have been different had I read the book first? Anyway, I will keep you posted so you never have to worry about reading it if you don’t want to 😀
Exactly. They tell us to eat mostly green stuff but how can you eat lettuce or plants without some garnishments? You know the salad dressing that makes it palatable but has 200 calories per drop. Although now they have salad dressings that taste good and are not that high in calories, which means A) they’re lying, or B) some soylent green level fuckery is going on. I’m suspicious.
True, good point. Clearly you are more open in your eating choices than I am! Good to know though. I figure if someone I know likes it then it can’t be bad, right? Even if it is squid. And why does it being squid matter? I really don’t know! I mean I eat clams or shrimp or fish, why not a squid? Maybe it’s the tentacles.
Oh my gosh Bellamy and O? They must NOT do that. Bell would be shattered- which totally matches the angst he was talking about, so now I am scared. Shit. And I’m strangely concerned about Indra this season. Maybe he’s just talking about Jaha (not convinced but trying to talk myself down). And we better not lose Kane.
Ooo I feel Breakfast Club fan fic coming on here! Ha ha because yeah what DOES happen? See I think Claire and Bender actually are together- date is a tough word- but yeah I think they make a go of it, take tremendous heat naturally, and it doesn’t work but they remain sorta friends? Am I whacked? Probably, but I like it. there’s a respect there now. Maybe she inspires him to leave home, since you know he’s getting burned by cigarettes there anyway, so it’s clearly not happy town. And the thought of them walking through the halls and not hating each other makes me strangely happy? And I want to see her parents’ faces when she brings John in the kitchen door. Maybe he charms momma Claire?
Ha ha exactly! I was careful what to read too, like I was ooh they got that one and ooh look, that one too, but then I was like, no. Because I don’t have all night to spend here, and I’m kinda afraid of what I’ll find? So yeah. Mine isn’t even a story, it’s just like a flash fiction of a conversation basically, very short. I had to write something though to make me feel better about Star Wars after the bilge waste that was the last movie. *cough not that I have strong opinion on it or anything cough* And The 100- I’m simultaneoulsy happy and curious that there are stories out there but also very afraid lol.
Retractable roof *nods* big screen TV for watching the 100, and it needs to have some elaborate big ass water slide too. just for fun. Maybe a lazy river so when I’m too drunk to swim I can just float. And yes to a waterfall hot tub! Best idea ever? The whole place would be like a frickin tropical lagoon! It’s even got sand in it like a sandbar.
Oh my gosh Riverdale. This is gonna be super long. Because I watched it today and I have thoughts. Many, many thoughts. First of all chic is a freak. Seriously, Betty is going to “tame” her dark side by sex camming? That has to be the dumbest thing they’ve ever done, and this is Riverdale so they’ve done some dumb stuff. I mean, really. “Will you show me?” I’m not sure it gets creepier than your long lost brother admitting he came in to watch her sleep, and then oh he sex cams and she asks him to show how to do it??? WTF??? I’m totally team Hal on this one. I love, BTW, how every meal at the Cooper household was Hal going off on Chic. And… how creepy is it that Archie and Hiram are trying to out-man each other over V? Because yeah after your GF’s dad insults your manhood, while you’re IN HER BEDROOM, the best thing to do is give her a nice long kiss. THAT’S not a challenge lol. I half expected them to start making out next. And speaking of Arch, he’s totally using Veronica to nail her dad for FBI dude. I mean, that’s pretty shitty.
Chic being a cyber-trick cracked me up. Nice one Hal! He’s redeemed. And they seem intent on reminding us that Penelope is not exactly shy about her brothel-ing. Wow. I just don’t anymore with this show… and yet strangely I still enjoy watching it. Their good musical choices continued… I mean Union of the Snake? I LOVE that song. I could do vigilante Betty. And Alice has transformed int some dowdy naive person, when she should be suspicious of Chic’s bullshit too. I want mean Alice back. Oh and Longmire- yeah it’s pretty good, I like the subplots with the characters but the mystery of the week nature of the episodes bores me a bit. It takes a long time for things to happen with the subplots. I’m not big on police procedurals so that element doesn’t really interest me. I took a break but will probably watch some again- I’m like halfway through S4? I think? Alice plays a floozy shocking right? and she doesn’t show up much, but pops in for a guest appearance every once in a while.
The Gifted is totally whatever. Seriously if not for the Lorna Dane character and the Stepford’s, I’d probably be done. But when I saw that the cuckoos were in it I have to finish it now. 🙂 I’m not rushing though. It’s very average. Runaways is another one. Maybe done better than Gifted but still weird in terms of the writing. Like it’s called Runaways but they don’t, like, run away until the very end of episode 10. So it’s like wait for it we’re gonna run away at some point for like a whole season. And it’s pretty different from the comics, which is okay, but they go some weird places. and the big bad- I hate the guy, SO annoying. So yeah it’s a mixed bag.
Yeah TWD is whatever these days. I like FTWD a LOT more at this point.
I was shocked wehn Madison locked Celia in with the zombs! giggle Nick is such an ass, like he insta- bonds with Celia and then decides to leave because they cause chaos everywhere they go, or whatever his lame reason was, but then he’s gonna fall right in with another group and hang out. Is it just his mom and sister he doesn’t want to be around? I don’t get him. And Chris… After he almost let Madison die and got all assaulty with Alicia I was done with him. That’s exactly it- Chris is not fixable. If you ask me they should have never left the boat- I mean they’ll run out of gas, right, but just like send a few ashore to find some, leave some to guard the damn thing, and stay on it. Safer than being on land right? And I assume Jack is dead now? they don’t show up again, so probably yeah. 🙂
Oh and I found that favorite scene. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeLVfJ0rc8I I love it when Luis takes out both of the shooters and then MAdison stabs the guy. Awesome 🙂
Stranger Things is overrated, don’t feel bad!! I mean I liked it okay but I don’t think it quite deserves all the raves it gets. It was like a B for me, but frankly all the crap with the other dimension and Winona Ryder’s character got on my nerves after a while. Winona was way less irritating in stranger things 2, thankfully. But it’s not the greatest thing ever.
Ooh yeah let me know. I’m really curious about the end compared to what the show is doing…
Yep and also, I have never heard an actual human be like “wow I am SO FULL from all this lettuce!” because no. And yeah dressings are definitely bad for you, especially at the amount that would make the lettuce be less nasty. And the lower calorie ones either have no flavor, or a serving size is like, microscopic. Basically I don’t trust any food that has to be smothered in a sauce just to the eater can choke it down. Seems verrrry counterproductive. Maybe I should run with this soylent green theory, get salads outlawed for good. I wonder if I can extend this to onions… ?
The tentacle parts don’t appeal to me either- but most of the time, they don’t give you those parts. Okay- here’s a picture for reference, this place gives both kinds I guess- http://bakerbynature.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/IMG_4839.jpg But MOST of the time, they only serve the little circle pieces and those aren’t scary at all, they’re just like any other fish! The tentacle part (by the lemon in that picture) yeah, I don’t like that either because it’s weird! I mean, the round pieces are definitely more friendly looking than even a clam!
Holly got mad because I told her my theory after I told you and she finds it plausible too hahahh. It’s just…. for Jason to be SO vocal has to mean it’s a big deal, right? I don’t think Isaiah filmed past about episode 5 or 6, so he’s long gone. I have been worried about Indra too- people have been posting a TON of pics with Adina lately, and I worry about it being a “goodbye” kind of thing- but I reallly hope not. I think Kane is moderately safe as long as Ian is up for it, because he is kind of the only “big” name left now? But really who knows with this show? It’s over though- they have wrapped. So… whatever happens, it’s done!
OOOH I love the idea of Breakfast Club fan fiction! There would be SO much you could do with that! I mean- I like your story better than mine, I am just not hopeful that it would happen. Wait- how old were they supposed to be in the movie? That makes a difference. (I googled, but there doesn’t seem to be a definitive answer?) Like- if they were seniors, I could see them bucking the norms of peer groups to be friends (or more, in some cases) because by that point cliques don’t mean as much. But if they’re younger, it’s iffy.
Yeah same, I am afraid too- I don’t want to tarnish my opinion of characters based on some weird crap I read on a site. A conversation sounds fun! And seriously, any way to make up for the shitty things that the last batch of writers did to ruin the series is a GOOD thing. And as for The 100 and stuff, I am happy that people are able to have creative outlets like that but… I also don’t want to have the canon story ruined- and you KNOW half the stories would be about Lexa not dying basically. And the other half would probably be Bellarke- and I just would prefer canon Bellarke? I even felt weird reading it in the actual books by Kass Morgan- it felt WRONG!
I was just about to type “lazy river” after I read your slide part and then I saw you beat me to it ? Watching The 100 on a lazy river while drinking cocktails, well, that sounds about as close to perfection as anything. And yesss a tropical lagoon! I like it- and sand, but maybe the books shouldn’t be allowed up on the roof. Seems dangerous. I was watching this House Hunters tonight, in Budapest, and it had a spiral staircase, a library, and a SECRET DOOR made out of a bookcase that led to a SECRET BATHROOM with a big old jetted tub. And it was less than $400K and so I mean, I guess I need to move to Hungary and steal it from that lady?
BWHAHAH I almost forgot that she asked him that- I must have tried to block it out. Seriously, Betty has to be THE least likely person in the whole town to be a freaking porn star or whatever the hell this is. Hal was everyone I think. Like every person at home watching this. And of course, having far less patience since this is not his kid hahha. I think THAT was pretty clear too. OOOOH the Archie and Hiram thing was SOOOO inappropriate. Like- whose dad would say that? Ever!? It was like he was high key jealous that Archie got to sleep with Veronica, and ewwww. I do feel kind of bad for Veronica in all this. Because Hiram uses her all the time, obviously, and now Archie is doing it too. Like neither of them even give a shit about Veronica, they just want to beat their chests and idk, out-dudebro each other.
The Penelope thing with the brothel mildly amused me. I guess cause she’s a grown woman and it isn’t incestuous, but who knows. I loved that she was purposely freaking out Cheryl, basically. I agree, they do have good musical choices- actually, I think all of the CW is pretty on point in that arena. Alice… yeah, she needs to be back to her usual snarky, sneaky self. No WAY she would just let ANY of this slide. HA I love that Alice is a floozy on Longmire! I am not a huge fan of the police procedural either- even the ones where I have liked them and liked the characters and such, I eventually get bored and quit. So I suppose it just isn’t my “thing”. Too formulaic, maybe?
Sad that both of those shows turned out to be mediocre. On one hand, it’s awesome that there are so many shows, but it also means that it is a lot more likely that you’ll come across tons of meh ones. The Gifted must be almost over for the season anyway, so maybe watching these episodes will be a good way to see if you care enough to pick it back up next year! And The Runaways not running away!? That is ridiculous! Especially if you know it’s coming- talk about predictable! And honestly when you can’t stand the antagonist part, it just doesn’t work! Like the Pike storyline- no one could stand it!
I had a feeling that Madison was going to go for it- or at least, I hoped she was! I was chanting at my TV like “do it, NOW NOW!” hahha. I did NOT think that Daniel was going to set himself aflame though! What was even happening to him anyway at the end there? Was he sick? That confused me a bit. Seriously what is Nick DOING?! These people who feed themselves to the zombies… like no. No thank you. And now Nick is back to being the Zombie Whisperer of course. I think Nick’s thing is that he just doesn’t know who he is, what he wants, and that has seemingly plagued him his whole life- so now he’s trying to find his identity in this unlikely situation. I don’t really love how everyone is split up now. The hotel, not sure what I think about that yet. Bring back the Abigail! You are right, they never should have left. I mean, I kiiiiind of get why they did, because they were worried about the gas thing, but… nah, I agree, someone could have gone ashore. I think really the only reason they left was for Strand’s boyfriend… which worked out awesomely ?
I feel the same about Chris. And I get why Travis feels like he has to save him but… he can’t. And frankly, he owes it to Madison and Alicia (and even Nick, I guess) who WANT him to be alive. Because for Chris to attack Madison was bad enough, but then Alicia, and then to hold that little boy at gunpoint!? Nope. OOOH yes I had a feeling that scene was what you meant! That was SUCH a badass scene! And made Nick’s Trip of Stupidity feel valid.
But you were mad when the surgeon scheduled heart surgery on Stranger Things day! So it must be good enough, right? And part of me thinks that if I just got a little further into it, I might like it but… ehhhh. Maybe in March when I am hopelessly waiting for ALL the shows and don’t know what else to do I can try again. Or not 😀
So the book did start moving a little faster, but so far is REALLY similar to the show. So you haven’t missed much at all. I have about 100 pages to go, and seriously there are word-for-word lines from the book in the show. Janine has both eyes though- and she isn’t fun, she’s like, a narc. And Ofglen has a much smaller role. OH- I don’t know if you saw my response to you on the culling post, but seriously, let me know if you want any books, I will send them to you! I also have The Wood, I didn’t know if you had it but I knew you were interested in it when I was culling, so I set it aside. (Incidentally, I felt like Kane- “he goes…she stays, she stays!” as I placed the books in piles 😀 )
Yeah isn’t it bad that we have to be guilted into eating what’s good for us? I mean who CHOOSES salad if you know nachos exist, or whatever? I remember as a kid I would be like who would choose a salad?? The wisdom of youth. Now I do the smothering in salad dressing thing, and pour cheese on it. If the green is all covered up and can’t be seen, now THAT’S a salad! Okay not really, but yeah…
They snuck a tentacle in there!! Ewww… looks like there’s one on the other side too. Crafty little bastards. But yeah the round pieces look okay, maybe even better than clams? I dunno though… 🙂 I’m taking your word for it at this point. Does it TASTE like other seafood?
It can’t be O. Bellamy killing O for any reason- oh my gosh the internets will break. How would Bell survive? But you’re right it IS plausible- scarily so. Let’s hope we’re worrying for nothing. *gulp* and nooo not Indra… and Jason making it sound like the whole cast was upset is not a good development. Can we just have a death embargo this season?
It is iffy. And they’re too different for it to last? But it could make for a very intense short term thing, you know how high school is. Judd Nelson was like 25 though (playing a high school student- WTF) and Molly was 16 according to IMDB, so that’s… weird. I don’t think they ever tell us how old they were supposed to be in the movie though? And you know, now that I think about it, there were lots of iffy things about that movie. Like how big the school was? Remember the running scene- like they honestly argued about the best way to go, as if the place was like the mall or something. I know some schools are big but they’re running up and down stairs and the principal guy can’t find them. Really? And who has an ALL DAY detention? I should do a post on everything wrong with the Breakfast Club.
Ha that would feel wrong! Because you just know that as different as the books are, it’s not going to happen like that, but then it’s in your brain at that point, so what do you do? I can totally see that. And Lexa? Oh my gosh will they stop? All those tweets I see from Jason have at least one rando bitching about Lexa. Damn it’s been like two years and she was leaving anyway people! Do they not know that???
Yeah the TV would need to be on a track so it could keep up with the lazy river. No way am I craning my neck to try and find the TV as I float along. That’s be too much work. Maybe some palm trees… and Hungary huh? Doesn’t that seem like a country where’d you have secret doors and stuff? Budapest sounds delightfully old world.
Archie’s trash basically. I mean I know FBI guy has him over a barrel, but come on- what he’s doing is so douchey. And even with this being TV, how could she ever forgive him? I mean the lies just keep coming- he’s joining wrestling to get close to her dad, lies about it all the time, and is now going to go into business (at his age) with her dad expressly to bust him to the feds. This is high level nonsense even for Riverdale. And maybe Hiram is the batshit dad we need in the age of Trump. Let’s see rich douchebag/ criminal who said he would date his own daughter at one point- hmmm? Maybe they’re going somewhere with this Hiram silliness?? And Betty *sigh* they’re ruining her character at this point. I mean seriously. And who would have though Hal would win character of the week- ever?
I’m convinced that they don’t have a clue what to do with Penelope, so it just gets more and more bizarre? Although she was fucking with Cheryl pretty good. 🙂 Those two go so back and forth. And are they going to go anywhere with the mayor and Sheriff Keller’s fling? But Alice and Betty are being WAY too naive at this point, especially Alice who’s always been suspicious. Not buying that…
I’m going to grit my teeth and slog through The Gifted, if only for the Stepford reveal. It looks like that could have potential. And The Runaways has a lot of potential! It’s better than The Gifted, but it moves too slow and we don’t find out enough after 10 episodes. I’ll definitely watch S2 though…
I don’t understand anything about Daniel. Same here, I didn’t really get him towards the end. I hated that they split everyone up too- and that whole community Nick finds. Dumb. The hotel I kinda like actually. I think they should stay there. I mean if the abigail’s not an option, which apparently it isn’t. Yes they should have stayed on the damn boat. Did they think no one would take it??
It seemed so arbitrary to me the way they split everyone up. Like Nick leaves, and Chris, and then Travis has to go after him- and you know in RL the chances of them ever finding each other again would be like nil. I mean there are zombies ll over and everyone they run into is basically crazy or fucking homicidal. So I think it was implausible to do all that, but whatever. I can’t wait to see what you think as the season winds down…
I know! I was like seriously, you’re gonna operate when ST2 is out? Cause I was looking forward to it, and it turned out to be better than S1, I thought. But still… it’s good, I’m just not as ga-ga about it as some people are. It’s a solid show but it’s not like oh my gosh you’re missing the best thing evar!
Thanks!! I did see your response, and you are basically awesome. And I do have The Wood, although *whispers* I kind of stalled on it, and set it aside. Did you like that one? I think if I remember right that you did, but not sure. If it starts kinda slow and gets better I might try it again, cause the premise is cool. But I have to look closer and see what’s there… I hope you’re getting a good response! lol at least you didn’t have to gas anyone or drag them outside of a bunker. Although parting with books can be hard!!
I’m glad Janine kept her eye, although too bad she’s not as likable. But that’s funny that it hews close to the book. Did Ofglen at least get to run over a fascist cop? I hope so.
Yesss- if they (whoever “they” is) wanted us to eat our gardens, then they shouldn’t have invented nachos. That sounds like not our fault at ALL. See, I stick by my childhood ideals of “who would choose a salad!?”. I mean, I try to eat veggies and shit, but not salad. Because lettuce. I am not a rabbit or goat or something, and it tastes like I’d assume my lawn would. And I can’t. I tried a salad once- forced myself, because I was baby-sitting for my high school swim coach and I didn’t want her to know I didn’t eat it. But I just couldn’t, so I eventually shoved it piece by piece down the garbage disposal, as you do.
HA they did sneak a couple tentacles in there. Cheap bastards, I bet- didn’t want to waste it or some such nonsense. It tastes… hm. I mean, you know it’s seafood, but it’s not very fishy tasting, if that makes sense? Well, and it’s also coated and fried so I am sure that helps hah. I have eaten it without the coating too though and it’s fine. It’s almost like a harder scallop, if I had to compare it?
Ugh seriously, no more deaths! Apparently the fandom is in an uproar because Bob tweeted “unemployed again”. This article explains it- http://www.justjaredjr.com/2018/01/29/bob-morley-completely-freaks-the-100-fandom-out-with-cryptic-tweet-after-wrapping-season-5/ I mean, it is probably nothing but I enjoy watching people freak out hahha. And I don’t even KNOW how Bellamy would survive if he had to do that- or if she died at all– but I think that is why it would be such an epic storyline. I mean- I don’t WANT O to die, but if someone has to go, let it be for a damn good story hah.
Yeah that’s a good point- ALL high school romances are basically intense and angsty and short lived. It isn’t like they’re going to be high school sweethearts raising their 4 kids in the suburbs or something. You know, Judd Nelson looks like… a 46 year old playing a high school student. Like- he was an OLD 25. And he was almost a full decade older than Molly, AND looks it, so… yeah no. Not for a high school movie, anyway! HA SUCH good points! I want you to do this post now! I agree, whose school is so big that they can’t even navigate it? Come on. And I have definitely never heard of all day weekend detention, because no teacher would ever agree to that, and most are unionized so NO. And like FIVE kids would have done something bad enough to warrant that in one week? Is this high school or juvy!? There weren’t that many kids in our regular detentions!
YES- there is so much about the books that is verrrryyy different. Bellamy and Wells are brothers. Octavia is really young and also gay. Clarke’s parents are both alive and like, sneaked to Earth when she thought they’d been floated. No Raven, Jasper, Monty, Murphy, Grounders, Mt Weatherians, Paunaii, and Bellarke gets married at 18 which… eye roll. And YES, please make them STOP already with the Lexa stuff! I get it, you liked her, and she’s dead. I loved me some Linctavia but shit happens when actors star in other shows. They take it so damn personally, like Jason murdered their dog and then sent them photos or something. Just move ON people. Why would anyone spend THAT much of their time worried about a show that they claim to hate? Gosh, find a hobby.
Yes, yes, we don’t want to have to actually work while in the lazy river. It’s called “lazy” for a reason! Maybe we could fashion some kind of waterproof screen that could be attached to the tubes- that way you could just watch as you sail along. Seems cheaper, anyway. And YES to palm trees- and some kind of atmospheric island lighting for nights. Tiki torches, string lights, that sort of thing. And yep, Budapest seems very old world. So historic, and also really regal. And like, even though the house was super modern, it had all the charm you’d expect. Another city I need to add to my bucket list, no doubt.
Archie really IS trash. He could have just LIED to the FBI guy too. Lies of omission, something! I agree, she really cannot believably forgive him- definitely not anytime soon, anyway. And then you KNOW she’ll tell her parents, who will then have a vendetta against the Andrews’s and that will be dragged out to infinity. Hiram DOES remind me of Trump sometimes- the daughter thing especially, and the criminal bit of course. Though Hiram seems to have some control over his finances? ? I DO hope they have a decent endgame for Hiram- like someone kills him. Or impeaches him 😀 And I roll my eyes anytime they have freaking high school kids involved in business. Because it is STUPID and would never happen. Ever. Nor would 99.9% of high school kids WANT to be involved. Everything about it screams implausible. Seriously though, when Hal is looking reasonable, it’s time to reevaluate. (I guess I just reference The 100 in regular conversation now? Is there a 12-step meeting?)
You know, there may be too many storylines in this show. Because I almost forgot about the mayor-sheriff thing. And then Penelope (again, funny, but I don’t need to know much more about it- unless it involves Cheryl going postal, then I do. I really, really do.) Like they have started soooo many “little” things- Toni and Jug, Josie and Cheryl, Nana Blossom, and then they’re just dropped! And yeah- you can’t change Alice’s entire personality. Naive Betty I buy. Naive Alice? Come ON.
HA I love how you don’t really want to watch either of those shows… but you will anyway ? I guess like me and Stranger Things!
I need to google the Daniel thing, because I need answers. He was talking to his dead wife and hearing voices and shit, so was he thinking he was going to die anyway? So confused. Also, Ofelia is missing. If she stole their truck… well that’s just rude. Now they have met up with the hotel staff and the wedding guests, and I agree, I am liking the hotel more now. I don’t love Nick’s community, but I DO love Nick interacting with some of them- it is a good way to kind of show us who he really is. But he can leave now and I’d be happY! The Travis-Chris debacle, what EVEN!? Those random American asshole kids?! And then Chris shoots that dude whose property they trespassed on!? And Travis is not looking so healthy. I think he should probably let Chris go with those dudes. At least he’d live, but Travis wouldn’t have to see him act like a shithead. Though I am like, 99% sure I saw a spoiler that at least one of those two dies, so.
And yes- why did they leave the boat completely? Or more importantly, why were they shocked that it was gone? I think when they split up, they really didn’t think they WERE going to see each other again? That was my impression, though I could be wrong since I am not done yet. (I am on episode 11 by the way, almost time for S3 to be out too, this is pretty decent timing hah.) Nick for SURE thought it was goodbye, at least. Travis might have been dumb enough to hope for a reunion hah. The only reason I can see for the splitting up is because they killed off so many people, they had to replenish characters somehow!
I think the only show I’d be upset about having surgery on its premiere date is (shocker, I know) The 100. Because even with shows I love, they’d be streaming as soon as I woke up! But The 100 wouldn’t be. And yeah some people act like it’s the absolute best show in the history of shows and I am so confused. I feel like I did when reading The Cruel Prince, and everyone is RAVING about it and I’m like “but I am SO BORED!”
::Nods:: Very awesome, indeed 😀 I did like The Wood actually- I mean, it wasn’t my fave or anything, but I liked it. Did start off a little sketchy for me though, if that helps. DId you meet her friend from the 1700s yet? He makes the book loads better. And YES pick books! Obviously, I recommend some more than others haha! I think I might have to post it to Twitter because so far I sent out 7 books and have already gotten two in return, with 3 more on the way, so that’s not working hahha. One girl did want to buy some hardcovers, so hopefully that works out! Moving suuuuucks.
SO I finished Handmaid’s! I am going to do a post about it, but I won’t post too many spoilers in that, so I’ll give you the details! So Book Janine’s baby ends up dying. And then she’s basically never seen again. Book Ofglen does NOT get to do anything fun- she hangs herself at the first sign that the Eye is onto her. No one ever knows if Luke or Moira is dead or alive. We also never find out if Offred (she isn’t June in the book) is pregnant or not, OR if she lives or dies. Basically, the book ends exactly where the season ended. But there is an epilogue of sorts. It’s set up as a college lecture in Nunavut (which is funny in itself) more than 200 years after the book takes place (in 2195) and someone has unearthed her recordings, which I guess is what the book was supposed to be. She DID escape, as far as Maine, at least- or her words did, and they knew she wouldn’t have had access to a tape recorder as a handmaid. But it’s all just guessing- they don’t know her name, what happened to her or Nick, the Waterfords, or even for sure IF it was the Waterfords. So here’s my take: The show is better. You don’t need to read the book ever. Like- the book was good, but the June in the show is SO much more emotionally present. Book “June” was really detached, and at times even complaisant.
Lettuce is marginally better than grass, I think? (I got grass in my mouth once when cutting the lawn, but I digress) although you know if it’s iceberg lettuce (why is it even called that?) that like has no nutritional value anyway, they say. So it’s totally just an excuse to glop salad dressing and other shit all over it. What’s healthy about that? I guess you’re supposed to eat romaine and kale and stuff *rolls eyes* I mean I won’t lie, I like a good salad sometimes (especially a Caesar salad- yum) but yeah I get it. Why does green stuff mostly taste bad??
And speaking of nachos, why do some places put lettuce on them? Fucking seriously? I want the meat, the cheese, maybe some jalapenos and tomatoes, whatever… but lettuce? Idiots. Oh, and rofl on the garbage disposal thing. That mental image kills me. Get down there fucker *garbage disposal whining in the background* oh my gosh my stomach hurts now. STOP!
See?? I caught that- your hesitation in describing the taste. *nods to self smugly* but coated and fried does cover many sins. I may try it… I do like scallops, kinda.
Wow… nice one Bob. Guess he knows how to push buttons. 🙂 I wonder how many 100 fans went into palpitations when they saw that. And ooh is there a Lexa-should-not-have-died hater in the feed? I’ll have to look. But yeah hopefully he’s just having a bit of fun. Seriously though, I’ve never thought of it. If they offed Bell (or Clarke, for that matter) would I still watch? Probably, but it would be iffy for me? I think I’m quite invested in those two. So- post idea. Who do we consider essential on the 100? I’ll go first, and say- Bell, Clarke, Kane, Octavia, and IDK who else. I mean there are other characters I love, but as far as absolutely essential goes… I have to think about this more.
It looks like juvy with that Vernon guy! For fuck sake was he an ass or what? And that post is SO tempting but do I want to put all the time in that a post like that would require? Hmm maybe. It might be a GIF bonanza! Maybe a post on where they are now would be fun too! Or like a 5 years later update. Although Bender might still be there in 5 years, so…
Bellamy and Wells are brothers??? *sputter* and no Raven? Wow. Oh yeah Raven- she would make my essential list too. How did I forget her? But all those missing people… and esp Jasper and Monty, those guys are pretty important. No Grounders, no Mt. Weather? Wow, what do they actually do? Is the earth inhabited? I can see it kinda being interesting maybe if no one is down there, but IDK… sounds SO different!
TV’s on th tubes is brilliant. Yes to that. I love tiki torches, it has to feel like the south PAcific or something. Maybe some steel drum music or Hawaiian/ Polynesian stuff. Maybe some animatronic monkeys cavorting in the palms- you know, like Rainforest Cafe where they have “animals” and “storms”. For atmosphere and all that.
I feel like Hiram is a waste of time and I hate where they’re going with all this. How did we get from murder mystery to maple syrup / drug fuckery to… Hiram’s business dealings? Bo-oooring. Crap bring the damn Hood back. Or get Sabrina and some werewolves or something in there. Sheesh. Jughead clearly needs more to do and I wish they’d do more w/ Cheryl. Like explore her mental illness- she has to have some issues with parents like that, and her brother’s death. Plus she would be awesome unhinged, wouldn’t she? That I could get behind. I mean she’s already dark Cheryl half the time- just give her a push. And if her and dark Betty went on a spree- can I have that story????
I know! I keep thinking I should watch an episode of the Gifted tonight, you know, close it out. Then I do something else. 🙂
The whole Daniel thing is indicative of what’s wrong in general with the Walking dead shows. Quasi- mystical crap like talking to dead people, hallucinating, having to come to terms with… whatever their problem is… TWD is even worse with that, but I hate it. they waste so much TIME on bullshit. Why did Ofelia leave? Who the fuck knows, they never tell us. She shows up later but Alicia takes a shower and she just… gone? Why? And Chris *speechless* is he the worst?? I hated him SO much by that point…
I miss the boat. I think my favorite episodes were on the boat. Maybe they’ll get it back? I know, unlikely. 🙁 but I don’t get why Travis didn’t just knock Chris over the head, and why Madison just drove off without Nick? Like it’s the zombie apocalypse, you might not get a second chance, try harder to keep you know your kids around. It was just weird to me?
So the Cruel Prince is boring huh? Good to know. I’ve been thinking about trying it, and everyone says Holly Black is the queen of the fae and all that, and I like dark fae stories, but… iDK. I got a ton of stuff to read, if it’s slow I might just back burner it *cough forever cough*
Moving does suck, and I hope it goes well. Do you have some time or is it coming up quick? And I got as far as someone appearing in the wood, so maybe that’s the 1700’s guy? It’s been a couple of months, I really should give it another shot. I just finished The extinction Trials and started The Wolves of Winter, but I’ve also got Unwind in the mix because I want to try Shusterman? Plus your recommendation naturally. 🙂
Ooh you finished Handmaid’s? And wow that is different! The show definitely sounds better. I think seeing June and Luke’s flight really added something to the narrative, because that’s kinda when the show really took off for me. I was more invested seeing what they went through, trying to keep their baby safe. Bummer about Ofglen. And Janine! And it would irritate me not knowing about Luke or Moira. Oh well. Can’t wait to see your post on it!
Hahhaha I mean, I guess, speaking just from the smell that comes from grass, it makes sense. I will assume you’re right, because I never plan to ingest grass. Or lettuce, for that matter 😀 And EXACTLY- lettuce isn’t even healthy! It just isn’t UNhealthy. I guess the healthiness would come from using other bases, like you said, or adding additional veggies into the salad. But most people I know are there for the dressing and cheese and shit, so… not working. I do love Caesar dressing. Not enough to eat lettuce, but still.
Oh lettuce on nachos is RUDE. Like no one is going to think “ohhh okay a sprinkling of lettuce, these nachos MUST be healthy!” It’s freaking chips, cheese, meat, sour cream, and whatever other unhealthy fuckery a restaurant can slop on a plate. Lettuce does nothing but insult my intelligence and ruin my damn nachos. HA that visual is basically exactly how it happened! I was so afraid I’d clog the damn thing! Then, I couldn’t figure out how to keep the diaper ON the baby, so it was a truly stellar evening for me ?
Well YES there was hesitation because I don’t know *how* to describe it! Plus, I am obviously a picky person, so if it was creepy I wouldn’t eat it basically. Though- I do eat most fish because fish doesn’t freak me out ever unless I can see eyeballs and then I am OUT.
OOOH a “where are they now?” for The Breakfast Club would be SO FUN. You could even do a little more than 5 years, so that they could be complete and total failures. Obviously Bender didn’t graduate, or if he did, years later hah. It could be quite humorous! And seriously, Vernon was the WORST- who let him be around kids?! He would have been so very long since fired if he had been in schools today, that’s for sure!
Bob does shit like that ALL the time. I honestly think that sometimes he just posts random shit on social media- he doesn’t do it often, so it makes sense why he is a mess at it. And then ALLLLL the fans are in all sorts of uproars. HA I bet there is a Lexa-Death-Hater in the comments. Like, I would bet actual money, because there is a Lexer (ha I like that term) in EVERY comment about The 100, no matter who it is or what it says. I have though about what I’d do if one of them died. And I’d still watch, is the conclusion I have come to- but I would be SO pissed. And probably wouldn’t love it as much anymore. And feel low key betrayed. OH fun post idea! Okay- I think the honest show-truth is Bellamy, Clarke, and Raven. I think it was *always* their stories. Bellamy and Clarke first and foremost, but Raven to an extent too. Sadly, and as much as I hate to admit it, I think the show could conceivably go on with the loss of anyone else. I don’t want it to! But it could.
So yeah- you are never going to read these books obviously, they’re terrible so here we go: YEP they’re brothers. The Chancellor (who wasn’t even named I don’t think? Died early on) was both their dads. There was this guy named Luke who was basically the Raven of the group, but wayyyy less badass and awesome. And he had a girlfriend named Glass who was… no one, because she was 0% badass. There *were* Grounders but they were just like, a mostly peaceful bunch. Except for a few rogue Grounders, who were the “bad guys”. And the Kane-type fellow who was like, the only surviving councilperson left, therefore Chancellor when Jaha didn’t make it, but he was just sooo one-dimensional “baddie”. And the actual Grounders set up camp in Mt Weather- so it was a thing, but not THE thing. It’s like- watered down The 100.
Exactly, has to have a real island feel. Make whoever works at the bar wear a lei, that sort of thing. I LOVE the animatronic monkey idea! Shit, we’ve forgotten food. Okay, the chef also wears a lei, because he does, and he cooks all kinds of cuisine from many different islands- a “something for everyone” feel. And obviously there is a bakery in the coffee place. I think Rashika works there because she is always baking shit. Plus, great excuse to employ her and get her back in the US, she can go to grad school and bake part time. OH and all the names of the beverages and baked goods are literary-inspired! The drinks at the bar too, since this is a library after all. I mean, who doesn’t want to sip on The Mockingjay while floating down the lazy river?! Shots are obviously called Grounder Pounders 😀
Ugh, seriously- as silly as the whole maple syrup/Jingle Jangle thing was, at least it was FUN. This is so boring. I mean, who wants to come home from their boring business job to watch… some other dude do a boring business job? No thank you. If they kill him, maybe we can get back to the mystery! OH are werewolves a thing in this world!? I don’t even really like werethings, but I will absolutely take them over Hiram any day. I agree about Juggy- they can’t milk this gang bullshit forever! He’s kind of lost his whole appeal. And totally agree about Cheryl- especially considering how freaking devastated she was about her brother ALL of S1, and now she’s totally over it? That seems… illogical. YES– she IS dark a lot of the time already, and it’s almost as if they can’t decide if they want to go that route with her or not. Either do it or don’t, people! I like the idea of a Betty-Cheryl team up, like with those rapey dudes.
HA well- what if you just pretend that The Gifted doesn’t exist? I have done that when I had to stop forcing myself to watch crap that was boring me. Just… remove it from your life, delete it from your to-watch list, etc. You’re going to still watch it, aren’t you? ?
Oooooh wow, then yeah, I could NEVER stand TWD if it is all shit like that! I need ANSWERS. I love answers! The Ofelia thing… ugh. I knew she was going to do *something* shady because of the way she and Alicia were talking, but… is she seriously looking for the former-fiance dude? I rolled my eyes. Look- if he wasn’t good enough before to leave mom and dad for, he isn’t worth looking for now. There’s about a 99.999% chance he’s a goner anyway. I mean, except in TV world where I assume he’s alive. Idk how she’s even going to get into the US, ugh. She’s pissing me off. And CHRIS, ohhhh I will bite him myself pretty soon. Travis is back at the hotel right now and I’m getting flashbacks, so I suppose I’ll know his fate soon. (I’m about halfway through episode 13- so close!!)
I doubt we’ll get the boat back too- they’re going to have to find some new, weirder way to travel I suppose. Sad. I don’t see them staying in the hotel forever either. I am pissed at Madison for how she’s treating Alicia. Like Nick LEFT, sorry. And wow, did Nick get friendly with the locals quickly, damn. Dude wastes no time. And YES, why didn’t Travis just incapacitate him? Though I guess maybe he was afraid he wouldn’t be able to stop him from killing Madison? Chris sucks, which is just the moral of the story. And those guys he is with are the worst too. If Strand dies I am going to be pissed, I like him, and he and Alicia are the only non-stupids at this point.
Oh, I am THE only person who finds Cruel Prince boring. Every other blogger in the history of the internet loves it. Every other reader since the advent of the printing press thinks it is the second coming. I have no idea what is wrong with me but I was borrrreeeed. I read another Holly Black fae book and liked it- called The Darkest Part of the Forest- but I felt nothing toward this one. But again, seriously just me!
Thanks so much! No, I will have some time, luckily! I have so much STUFF though- not even just books but like… Idk, crap I have been holding onto since 1987 or something because it could be soooo important hah. So I need to get a head start! YES that is the 1700s guy, it picked up for me at that point. But if you don’t like it, don’t bother! Just looked up The Wolves of Winter, and WOW that looks really good! Let me know if it is something I need in my life 🙂 I also bought The Extinction Trials because apparently getting rid of 200 books isn’t enough of a wake up call that I should stop buying books! And you should also read Unwind obviously. So many books, so little time, sigh.
The show IS better, it’s so much more emotionally charged all around. Like- Serena Joy and Fred had NO personality in the books, Luke obviously didn’t, etc. So the show is just so much better. I agree about June and Luke trying to escape too- they did mention it in the book, but it was nothing near how emotional it was in the show. And the kid is seriously *barely* mentioned, which I found super weird. She talks about Luke a lot, but the kid only a handful of times, which is strange.
Yeah I don’t recommend grass. But wait- you NEVER eat salad?? It’s hard to argue for lettuce though, because yeah. Pretty bland. I have to use romaine pretty much, and let’s face it, it’s still not nachos. But maybe we FEEL like we’re eating healthy if there’s green stuff on our plate? IDK. I do like caesar dressing, yum!
Right? You don’t get nachos when you wanna eat healthy. I mean I don’t even GO to a restaurant if I’m gonna eat healthy. I can do that at home. So yeah keep the damn wilty lettuce off my freakin nachos. I didn’t use to like tomatoes on my nachos either, but I do now. And some black olives or green ones, plus the jalapenos. Yup. I can just hear the garbage disposal chugging away, by the way. Still kills me. The desperation of WILL IT GO DOWN??? And the baby kept expelling it’s diaper? Truly sounds like a grand evening. 🙂
No eyes. For sure. I mean if they put something on my plate that still has eyes… I’m with you there. But if you’re picky that’s good, because I think I am too? Hence my relative inexperience with certain aquatic foods? But I do like fish. Have you ever had exotic fish like swordfish? I never have. I feel like if I lived somewhere where I could get good fresh fish all the time, I would always want it.
lol it does sound fun. And a Vernon update naturally, cause who knows what trouble he got himself into? Probably something inappropriate. And yes maybe a 10 year update would be better, to truly capture the extent of their failures in life ha ha. I like this! Where do we think Bender is in 10 years? Besides still at school…
I think it’d be hard to be an actor on a show like that and have ALL the fans flippin out on everything you say, so yeah they must have a love/ hate thing with that? Maybe. Or they just have fun with it, like Bob seems to. And Lexers- nice term! Yeah I’d still watch to, who am I trying to kid? I’m a lifer for this show. 🙂 But I think you’re right about the big three. Even Kane *sigh* we could survive, somehow, but the three- no way. I mean we would , but major suckage.
Ha you know me well! Yeah I probably won’t but you had me almost convinced a few months back, I almost took the plunge. Just to see. But that’s okay, I’m not a big oh my gosh spoilers person, so it’s alright. I think I’ve heard of Glass. And I like Kane SO much better with nuance, so thank God they didn’t follow the books closely! I guess JAson and the writers deserve a lot of credit for taking what sound like mediocre books and making a pretty damn good show out of it! Plus awesomesauce characters who weren’t even in the books!
Everyone wears leis, it’s a requirement. And yes food! Baked goods sound fab! Rashika doesn’t have to wear a lei though because she’s senior staff, they have privileges. And oh my gosh that is the best name EVER for shots. Damn straight. I mean I seriously want to come up with a drinks menu now lol. Maybe there’s a concession area called The Cornucopia, and the Hunger Games is always playing in that section.
I just made up the werewolves thing, sadly, but I feel like there’s a supernatural undercurrent to Riverdale. Or should be. It’s the showrunners fault for teasing it all the damn time! I know they’re doing Sabrina but I want some paranormal in Riverdale too. Wouldn’t werewolves be awesome? Or maybe there’s something in that damn crate and it’s not drugs! Some magical whatever that fucks with shit. Yeah they’re screwing up Jughead. And Betty/ Cheryl would ROCK. I’m sick of veronica anyways. Once Betty inevitably realizes what a shit Chic is, her and Cheryl could… dispose of him. I like it.
I am going to still watch it, but… sometime. Like Altered Carbon starts this Friday on Netflix lol and I have Fear to watch with you when you’re ready, so … yeah the Gifted is gonna be back burnered. Kinda like Longmire, which I like, but am taking a little break from. You know I used to hardly watch TV before I had Netflix, and now… fuck it’s crazy all the shows I watch. But there is so much genre stuff now it’s amazing. I have thought of that, just sorta pretending it doesn’t exist! That’s actually not a bad idea. If it wasn’t for the stepford cuckoos and some other stuff they’re teasing for S2 I would almost certainly give up on it.
You’d probably like TWD for the first few seasons, because shit does happen and it’s a trip. But yeah the fuckery starts kinda early, and by IDK 4th or 5th season all the nonsense is in place. It has its moments but man they drag shit out on that show. I’ve gotta catch up on that too but it’s like low priority. One thing I’m kinda worried about is there’s a guy on there that is moving to FTWD for the 4th season, and I’m not a big fan of him, so I’m afraid he’s gonna screw FTWD up. Ugh I hope not. How they’re going to explain how he got all the way across the country to where the fear people are is beyond me. More bullshit…
Ooh you are smokin through those episodes. You’ve probably found out more about Travis and Chris now… can’t wait to see what you think! Heh. Craziness. The whole Nick thing with the oxycontin gang *sigh* I am not a Nick fan. But yeah they definitely don’t get the boat back, which irritates me…
I was gonna read Darkest Part of the Forest eventually and then Cruel Prince came out and I saw all the hype. Having read both, should I just go with Darkest first? That’s a fae story too right?
Yay for you buying the Extinction Trials, because A) the cover rocks and B) it’s good. I mean it’s totally YA but still… I liked it. the first chapter I thought oh this is silly, cheap Hunger games knockoff, but it got better for me quick. I mean it’s not great literature but you get the idea. And Wolves of Winter got good for me fast too, I like it! although the protag is kinda stupid! I mean she does dumb things, but if I guess if she didn’t we wouldn’t have a story? But so far I highly recommend it.
That is strange. Sounds like a book I can safely do without. I’m glad you got me watching it though, because I’m kinda pumped for S2 now? they have a clean slate I guess with going beyond the book, so hopefully they don’t screw it up! Plus the colonies and whatever batshit craziness Aunt Lydia comes up with. Praise be!
Oh no NEVER. Because I hate it. Salad is like a cult or something- everyone eats it even though they only kind of like it- or in some cases don’t really like it at all- but it’s always part of meals and such, whyyy?? I have seen people fake-eat salad and just… no, I will just say no thank you. I hate when I have to go to a fancy place and they’re like “what dressing would you like” and I am like “the kind that doesn’t come on a salad” (just kidding, I say that I don’t want a salad, and then they look at me like I have three heads or something anyway.) The moral is, less salad, more nachos.
YES exactly! I agree completely- I make my own dinner 99% of the time, and when I go to a restaurant, I am NOT worried about healthy options. What even is the point of going out then!? I mean I guess for people who eat out all the time, but those people must be super rich because damn, that’s expensive. So they can just pay to be healthy again later hah. As you add things to these nachos, I am picking them off in my head ? Nachos need really only a few things: a meat, a cheese, the actual chips, sour cream, beans preferably, and maybe some hot sauce. Everything else can kindly leave my nachos. Obviously this is the LEAST healthy plate of nachos ever made, BUT I honestly don’t remember the last time I have had them anyway, so clearly it’s a rarity if I DO consume them, so I want them done RIGHT. Hhahahah AND, to make matters worse, I just kept thinking “well shit, I am going to not only break her garbage disposal, but I am going to have to explain HOW I broke it!” As for the baby, the fault was mine- I ummm didn’t know that there were sticky tabs on the diaper- or well, I thought there were, but I couldn’t find them? And then as I was trying to get the kid changed, their big ass dog kept stealing the diapers! When I finally figured out the tabs, I messed them up too, and basically, now knowing how much diapers cost, I probably should not have even been paid after all of that waste! I mean, it seems like a common sense thing I should have known but I had literally never even seen a baby being changed before, so… ::shrugs::
I mean, I am definitely picky, did you see my nachos!? 😀 I think I have had swordfish. My parents always splurged on fish growing up, I think that is part of why I am so okay with it. Plus, I think it helps that we’re just a couple hours from the ocean, like you said- so it’s easier to get stuff fresh here. I was a little freaked out the first time I tried *really* new stuff- like calamari and eel and junk. So I get it! But then after I tried a few of those things and liked them, I started to just figure I’d like all of it. I have also gotten braver. My dad once said I would “never” try escargot… so I did. He probably should have used THAT parenting tactic instead of the sit-at-the-table-until-you-finish-brussels-sprouts business, come to think of it. (In fairness, I’d had a couple cocktails before the escargot and I don’t think it is something I would ever eat again.) OH you know what I just realized? That fresh stuff will be in New Orleans!!
YES Vernon has to have been arrested for SOMETHING- and maybe he has like a really creepy fetish, like collecting women’s underwear or something. That sounds like his kind of thing. Bender… you could go two ways with him- he could be a total failure. OR, in this world of “everyone needs a degree”, he can prove himself insanely useful as a manual laborer and be the richest one of them all. Emilio Estevez needs to still live in his parents’ basement or something though.
It probably IS hard to have to navigate that stuff- especially since they aren’t all even that famous or rich, so it’s a lot to handle I assume. Like I know even Bob’s girlfriend gets threatened and stuff. Which… is messed up. And I wonder if Rhys hadn’t been ON the show, if they’d be as awful about him and Eliza? But let’s be real- girls are the WORST about that sort of thing. I hate to say it because it sounds so stereotypical (and obviously it isn’t ALL girls) but when you hear about people being super obsessed “in love” with a celeb… well, it’s likely to be girls shouting about it. Even the Lexers are mostly girls who have a think for Alycia! And exactly, I don’t think we’d ever really stop but… it would be harder to watch. Which is why I don’t even want them to have more than 6 or 7 seasons, because actors will want to move on and then… yeah it would be so much less fun without our faves!
I mean- you can read them still, they’re super quick and easy, and the spoilers aren’t even spoilers because you would have guessed everything wayyyy beforehand. I would even say it’d be worth it just to have read it (and make fun of it hahahha, is that awful?) because I read each of them in one or two sittings! From what I understand, Jason didn’t even read the finished book- no one did, because it wasn’t done yet- before starting the first season. Like- they knew the general idea, and some of the key points, but that was it. Here’s the thing: The 100 is a “boxed book”. Alloy had the idea, and hired Kass to write it (basically to fill in their outline, so to speak). So they basically handed Jason AND Kass this idea, and each took it where they did and…. Jason won 😀 I kind of understood after that why readers (especially bloggers) are wary of boxed books. Because… yikes.
Rashika will be so happy about her promotion! Of course, this will undoubtedly cause some resentment between her and the other staff, since she is clearly getting preferential treatment. But I mean, screw those guys anyway. I love the idea of a whole drink menu! OH and authors could be invited to hold launch parties and then they can have a drink named after their book babies! I thought of a great drink- The Goblet of Fire from HP, made with like, Goldschlager or Fireball or something.LOVE the Cornucopia idea too! Like- “Greasy Sae’s Wild Dog” is our little food cart’s hot dog!
Crap, I would have taken a werewolf at this point too. I agree, they have kind of made it seem like a possibility- especially if they are adding Sabrina, now it is MORE than a possibility! I mean, if they have witches, why not some other crap? Yeahhh maybe it could be some kind of magic! Jingle Jangle only works when activated by a sorcerer or some such nonsense. Literally anything unrelated to Hiram and his stupid business! They are screwing up Jug, and they are making Veronica so BORING. Something needs to change. Hell, maybe Veronica and Juggy can team up to… Idk, poison Archie, I don’t even care! LOVE the idea of Cheryl and Betty stopping Chic! THAT is a storyline I would tune in for!
I was looking at Altered Carbon, and the initial premise looks awesome but… then it almost started to feel like a regular old crime show? (From the trailer it is hard to tell but still. You will have to let me know!) Okay SO I am on the last episode of FTWD! I will definitely finish it tonight and probably go right ahead and start S3 if you are ready! I agree, I used to have just a handful of shows I’d watch, and then just watch random shit on Nick at Nite and such, but now I am just going through SO many shows, I love it!! Well- you could always give the stepford cuckoos a try, and if they are underwhelming too, then you can give up and not have to worry if you missed out on anything!
I feel like I WOULD like it, but it pisses me off when I start to hate a show I used to love. So I wonder if I should even bother? But UGH if there is going to be a crossover character.. maybe I will. March is going to be such a lull, waiting for literally EVERY show I love in April, maybe I will watch it then? OOOH so TWD is on the East Coast!? That is good to know!!
Oy so yeah, I have gotten to the Travis/Chris/American Assholes fiasco. I feel like Travis tried his best honestly. I was so PISSED at Chris for tricking him so they could kill that poor kid. But then… I didn’t WANT to cry when Chris died, I really didn’t. Because I hated him and wanted him gone. But… there I was, tearing up, because damn I knew it would break Travis. And cause it’s kind of scary- I mean, who wants to raise a kid, someone they loved SO MUCH, and then… they turn into THAT. I felt so bad for Travis. And then killing American Assholes… wow. And now the Hotel Bitch is turning on Madison!? After Madison was the ONLY person willing to stand up for her? Not cool. And why is Nick’s new wife staying with the fraud-leader? I have a feeling this isn’t going to go great. And now Ofelia is traipsing through the desert…, why? OH! And a big question I have: Why is it 2010? When Travis was making the grave markers, they all said 2010 and I am SO confused!
Yep, Darkest Part of the Forest is also fae. It has a really cool sibling relationship, too. Looking back, I have no idea why I liked it so much more? I think maybe Cruel Prince was almost too similar to Darkest, and so I was like… bored? But most people really love it, so who knows what my problem is!
YAY I am so glad it is good! I am FINE with it not being some kind of literary marvel hah. I just want to be entertained. And I am really glad you like Wolves of Winter so far! I saw some glowing reviews so I was hopeful, and now I have put it on my wish list, because I love the whole idea of it.
It’s so hard because if the show didn’t exist, I would tell you to definitely read the book, but… you’d be missing absolutely nothing by not reading it. If you are ever curious, the epilogue might be worth reading, depending on where the series goes. Otherwise… you could definitely pass. I am SO excited for S2! Especially after reading the book I think- because I know they have a blank slate like you said, there is SOOOO much they could do with it! AND since the book gives you ZERO closure, it’ll be so fun to get some from the show! And all with the author’s blessing and input which makes it even better! BWHAHAH dying at “praise be”! I feel like I need to reply “blessed be the fruit” or something now ?
Absolutely more nachos! Man I want some right now… with cheese dripping off them. Cause THAT”S healthy. Oh well. Salad is a cult, kinda. Because again none of us like without garnishments, but we eat it because it’s “healthy”. Except it isn’t when we’re done decorating it.
Ha ha you’re taking off my olives and tomatoes??? That’s okay though cause you’ve got the important stuff- meat and cheese lol. Seriously I used to just get that in high school- I’d be like meat and cheese only and they’d look at me funny. And I forgot sour cream- good one! Gotta have that. Maybe salsa too to dip them in. Hot sauce *nods* And I know! I can’t remember the last time I actually HAD nachos. Clearly overdue…
Can you imagine the disposal broken with lettuce sticking out? *snort* that would be kinda funny. 🙂 Maybe it’s still whirring away because it won’t shut off. Embarrassing. Hmm why haven’t they called me back to babysit lol??? And fucking dogs you know? Stealing the diapers rofl. Not helpful. Were they um used diapers as it were? Cause ewww.
New Orleans will have all the fish I would think. and who knows what else? Some adventurous eating down there I imagine. Escargot huh? Kinda nasty? Snails do sound kinda gross, but with butter…? IDK. Best not get carried away with myself here. But you’re right- why didn’t I think of that? Drinks to make it easier! Maybe a few Grounder Pounders before I try sushi…
Bender COULD go either way. I like him being a rich construction guy. Or he could be like Matthew McConaughey’s character in Dazed and Confused- you know, mentally he never left high school. Not sure which I like better. How about Clare? Did she make it? She’s a liberal, clearly, maybe she works with Doctors withour Borders or some bleeding heart charity? She has a poodle naturally and spends time at the salon though? Am I typecasting her? Probs. Yeah Emilio blew his knee out or something and couldn’t wrestle *gee what a shame- I don’t get wrestling) so yeah he’s in the parents basement, working security at night for Walmart or something. Dreaming of better days. The other chick (Ally sheedy) I haven’t a clue, and the dork guy- whatever, fuck him. Boring.
Lexers are hardcore! Like there could be an asteroid coming and they’d be online going fuck you Jason Rothenberg you piece of shit you took away my Lexa I hope you burn in hell etc while everyone else is like bailing out because apocalypse. Sheesh
I didn’t know that about it being a boxed book, that makes so much sense now. And I guess it would make more likely to read Kass since she was working on spec, so to speak. Not her brainchild. Jason clearly got the better of that concept though! And I have to admit a 100: book vs movie post (with lots of snark, naturally) IS a tempting proposition. 🙂
Yes! I don’t even like hot dogs but I want one of Greasy Sae’s. With chili on them. Although the source of the chili (or hell the hot dog) could be appropriately murky, because… Greasy Sae’s, after all. Didn’t she use whatever, like dog meat or whatever they could catch? For once the questionable meat is part of the attraction. Eat like a District 12’er! And the Goblet of Fire is awesome! Love that. This too could be an outstanding post!
Werewolves *nods* I mean maybe they’re in the woods, and when Kevin is um out cruising maybe he sees a killing. Course then we’ll have Lexer’s up in arms. Scratch that. But whatever, they could just be preying on people in general . And Jingle Jangle is magic- such a good idea! Maybe when they take too much their soul is captured or something. I mean I’m getting out there now but hey, we need something! A cult or sacrifices or whatnot. Alice was right- there is a cult and Penelope is the head of it! Maybe the guys she’s sleeping with are cultists. I mean we could get really out of hand here…
Yes time for FTWD! Awesome. although I realized I’ve watched th first two episodes of S3- I had forgotten, but the way S2 ended I remember now jumping right into S3. So I’m actually on episode three- sorry. So yeah go ahead and let me know, when you hit three I’ll jump in. This will be fun. 🙂 I’m so glad you’r liking this show. And Altered Carbon- IDK I guess I’ll see how good it is? I read an article that criticized it for being ultra violent, and it sounds like maybe that overtakes the futuristic/ cyberpunkish kinda themes they’re going for, so it might be mixed bag. I’m hoping it’s good! I do love cyberpunk…
If you do watch TWD we’ll have lots to discuss! And yes it starts out in Georgia, then they make their way north gradually until they end up in like Virginia or somewhere? The first two or three seasons are pretty fun , with some exceptions. Like I said, some of the filler episodes are shit, but what can you do? The Morgan character from TWD is one of my least favorites, so him being the one moving to Fear is not my favorite idea, but whatever. He’s one of those characters that kinda went a little nuts so you’re not really sure about him? Although I think some fans like him? I dunno. Here’s a little piece on how he might fit into Fear, it’s a little spoilery for TWD. http://www.digitalspy.com/tv/fear-the-walking-dead/feature/a844734/fear-the-walking-dead-season-4-morgan-theory/
I loved it when Chris died (finally), is that bad? But I’d been spoiled so I knew it was coming, and it took some of the emotion out of it for me I’m sure. And I was cheering when Travis was killing those two guys, I was like yes! Don’t stop him lol. I was pissed when hotel bitch threw them out. Who is she to decide that? I kinda wish Madison and strand would have been like fuck you, we’re staying and if you don’t like it tough shit. Because as you’ve no doubt seen by now, leaving didn’t go well *rolls eyes* but yeah poor Travis. Oh and the 2010 thing… Fear is supposed to be a prequel to TWD, so they had to set it before the 1st season of TWD. that’s also, BTW, an issue with the Morgan crossover, as that article states, because yeah the timing and the fact they’re on opposite sides of the country. As for Ofelia… *shakes head* I don’t even w/ her…
I finished Wolves of Winter and just wrote my review, and honestly… I kinda loved it. Definitely recommend it! Between that and Extinction I’m on a roll!
Books with no closure tend to piss me off, I like to have an ending! Although sometimes it works to leave it up to the reader, but generally… I like that sense of completion. And it’s funny I always thought this was an older book and the author was dead, so when I hear she’s alive and giving input it’s kinda funny! That’s cool though that she’s involved. Blessed be the fruit lol. So twisted!
Salad really is a weird phenomenon- especially the “meal salad”. Like my mom got this salad once with like, chicken and oranges and lentils and shit, and I was like… is it even a salad anymore? Because it’s basically just a chicken meal with some lettuce thrown in.
I knowww I want nachos too. I think they are one of those things that it’s rare to have because… you can’t really have a meal of nachos, but then you don’t want to eat them WITH a meal either because that’s a lot of badness at once. It had to be at a perfect event of like, just appetizers or something. And yes, I am removing your olives and tomatoes, but think of it this way, that just means you get to eat more of them 😀 Ohhh yeah salsa for dipping probably IS a good call. Have you ever had a skillet queso at Chili’s? It’s what I am thinking of at the moment because it is delicious and comes with unlimited chips and salsa. And Idk what is even IN the damn thing but who cares? It”s some kind of cheese and meat and spiciness, so it works.
HAH yes that was my exact fear! Because of course if it had broken, as soon as they tried to fix it they’d see ALL the lettuce, and the big ass tomato. Thank goodness, the dog did not take a used diaper. But I was low key scared of the dog too- it was a big jumpy kind, and clearly I wasn’t having a good night and this beast wasn’t helping matters. Really, they should put a little guide in with the diapers. I could have read an instruction manual and things would have gone much smoother.
Yeah, doesn’t NOLA have crayfish or whatever? They’re pretty fucking weird looking, like… mini-lobsters but who are judging you with their beady little eyes. I mean, I’d try it but NOT with eyes, because we have discussed this and NO. And there was a lot of butter and seasoning on the escargot, but like- I could not get past the fact that it was snails, you know? HA yes you can certainly have Grounder Pounders before sushi, but not *too* many because then you won’t really know if you like it or not!
Bender really could go either way- I almost wonder though if perhaps his hate for high school would help motivate him to do better? Whereas Emilio, HE could be like the McConaughey character, because he still probably talks to the same 5 dudes on the wrestling team that he talked to in high school. Probably failed out of the local college- or got kicked out, too many underage drinking violations or something, so yeah, now he works at Walmart. Claire is a soccer mom, no question. I feel like she has a very typical “90s sitcom mom” job, like a teacher or something. Ally Sheedy… has blue hair and works in a hipster salon in San Francisco. She does piercings and tattoos on the side, and lives with her boyfriend Raul, who is an up and coming artist but also a coke head. Dork Dude is um. He died. Problem solved. He was pledging a frat at the Not-Quite-Ivy-League college he was attending, and they made the pledges drink a case of beer, and Dork Dude choked on his own vomit. Sad.
Bwhahah they WOULD be seriously cursing Jason during the apocalypse! Speaking of Jason, he tweeted this- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/958763966125113344 and now I am trying to decide what my list would look like! OOOH and this is from Entertainment Weekly: “We’re still a few months out from the show’s return, so details are only just starting to roll in, but I hear romantic sparks will fly between one of our main characters and someone aboard the mysterious prison ship. Guesses in the comments!” (You KNOW this is Raven and Zeke, and if I don’t get some Murven, I am suing.)
Yeah, I kind of wonder if Kass could have even been told to keep it more… PG? Since the show definitely is not. The post could be SO snarky. It WOULD be so snarky, because there is no way it wouldn’t be, no matter how nice you tried to be. I sometimes feel bad that I thought the books were so inferior but… it’s the truth, so what can you do?
YES Greasy Sae’s hot dogs would have to be smothered in cheese and chili, because like the nachos, you might as well do it right if you’re going to do it! And YEP she cooked wild dog in soup, hence the name of the hot dogs 😀 It really could be a great post- but only if I got to try all of the cocktails, too!
Did you watch Riverdale yet? It was… moderately better, though I still have a LOT of questions. Which I actually voice-typed into my phone as I watched it so I wouldn’t forget when you did watch it. Because I kept yelling at the TV. Ohhhh I like the idea of Penelope’s johns all being part of her cult. Also, why is there someone named Penelope and also someone named Penny? That is confusing.
Ugh, that was kind of my fear about Altered Carbon, so I am sad that the reviews have kind of confirmed it. I will just trust your opinion on it, I suppose.
Hahha okay, I am starting episode 2 tonight- I watched 15 and 1 last night, but 1 nearly killed me so I had to stop. It was the first time I have ever been like, too tense while watching this show. That shit in the military place was NOT okay. So I should be on 3 by tonight, is what I am saying! And I agree, it WILL be fun 😀
I am trying sooo hard to stay away from TWD spoilers, but damn, they are everywhere! Because now I am convinced that I AM going to watch it, because really what else am I supposed to watch until April? Ugh, I hate the nuts characters though, hopefully this Morgan guy can get his shit together in Fear. I kind of like that they started in Georgia though, it’s so different from being near LA!
I have such mixed feelings on the Chris thing! I was so glad he was going to die, but then… I hated the WAY he died and what it would do to Travis and I also hated those two dudes. And I didn’t blame Travis ONE BIT for killing them, actually, it was kind of badass. I mean, they killed two innocent people for the hell of it! They SHOULD have been killed. And hotel bitch killed plenty of people herself, who the fuck is she to be a moral compass? And TRAVIS, what even!? I watched the first couple minutes of ep 2 (because I like to get the commercials out of the way ha) and WHAT EVEN? What is this show DOING? You don’t kill a main character after their family member dies! You just… well you kill that family member again if you have to, like Monty’s Mom! And it was so anticlimactic! He didn’t even get to die doing anything GOOD! He made it through all that bullshit and then.. stray bullet!??! I am pissed. Also, they killed off his ENTIRE FAMILY, and also, do you notice how all the people they killed off were POC? I mean- I wouldn’t have noticed except… literally they were ALL POC. It’s just the McWhitey family and Strand now basically. And that seems really fucked up. Like I get that a lot of Mexican folks would die in actual Mexico but why did the Travis family all die while the Madison family all gets to live? Also, were they not married? So confused. At least this new guy isn’t white!
Ooooh that makes sense about 2010! I didn’t realize that TWD was on that long, wow! Yeah I feel like it is going to be hard to sync the timelines here- especially since it’s not really clear how much time has passed? Maybe that is why Travis said he didn’t even know what the date was when he was making the grave markers, so they could just make it whatever the hell date they need it to be? And yeah HOW do you get across a landmass as big as the US with limited fuel? They better address this stuff! I assume Ofelia will be held captive at whatever place the Madisons end up at. And if we have to spend time looking for this ex-fiance, I am going to get stabby.
Oh YAY I need to get that for sure then, it sounds so good- and the setting seems really unique too! Hopefully Extinction will get here soon too! And you read that and reviewed it very quickly! I am impressed. I wait to review books until I remember zero things about them, which is an awesome life plan. I need to try to get back to some good books- I haven’t read anything I *really* liked in close to a month, since Thunderhead and Alex + Ada, actually!
SAME, I hate open endings! Why bother?! Like it doesn’t have to be totally wrapped up in a bow, but at least give me a sense of where things are heading and some closure on the main events and plot. I like that she is alive and involved too. And I think she is still writing, too- I remember that she had a new book come out just a couple years ago. But I just read this article from her saying that she gets almost no money from the show, which is sad too.
Yeah good point about “meal” salads. Like taco salad! Okay I kinda like those cause meat and cheese and spiciness… the lettuce is whatever and frankly they could just hold the damn lettuce and we’ll call it a taco bowl or something. But people do get those chicken salad things or with grilled meat, which I guess might be okay if it’s more meat and less salad? like a fajita salad. But I’d rather just have frickin fajitas! Yeah lettuce never really adds much, does it?
Nachos… oh my gosh that sounds so good right now. And yes just pile the olives and tomatoes to one side, I’ll just scoop em onto my plate and we’re all good. 🙂 Do you like the jalapenos? I don’t know if I’ve had the skillet queso but I love Chili’s chips and salsa, I could eat that all day! And Olive Garden has some smoked fonduta thing, which is, um, not queso but it just came to mind? So I’m mentioning it. But back to chili’s. I would so get that queso skillet thing. I LOVE queso.
That would be hard to explain, true. I think I’d have to start pulling it back out at that point, fighting with the disposal which wants to grind the lettuce away but is clearly over capacity, and hoping I don’t pull an Orphan Black and get my hand or something down there. What was it a scarf? Nice of Alison to help BTW. Although stupid Aisnley should never have worn a scarf when disposing. But yeah for some reason that came to mind, could get ugly very quickly. REminds me of that movie Maximum Overdrive, where the machines come alive. which reminds me of this. That IS Stephen King by the way, in the clip. and you’re welcome. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65GQg06SX90
NOLA has weird shit all the way around? Like who knows what the fuck they’re catching in those swamps? Some kind of weird life forms, I mean really. I don’t know about crayfish, are they really from here? Like Earth I mean? I mean how do we know their spaceship didn’t crash in the bayou a million years ago and they… came out? You know? I’m not touching those anyway. And snails… yeah that’s iffy too. There’s have to be a LOT of butter lol- like where’d the damn snail go amounts of butter. But if it was snail or crayfish- pass those snails over here please. Can I have more?
Oh my gosh you nailed it! Ally with blue hair- yes! And I love it that dork died- that is SO how’d he go. And his parents don’t care THAT much cause they still have that snotty mouth daughter and she at least is not a total loser. I like the Raul angle too- he’s up and coming lol and always will be. But they’re in luuuurve so she believes in him *rolls eyes* Clare is definitely!! a soccer mom! And maybe she runs into Emilio sometimes, who’s basically his dad now driving an old Bronco. Maybe the same one. She sees him at Walmart if she’s slumming and is nice to him… you know, to a point.
How do you even pick a favorite episode? Man that would be hard! Would have to be something in S2 or 3 for me. But I don’t even know where to start… Zaven huh? Psssh I like Murven better. I’m suing w/ you.
You know you should do the cocktail thing. I mean people have done Game of Thrones drinks and cookbooks, and I don’t know what they sell but I imagine they sold quite a bit? You could strike it rich with that action. Maybe a The 100 cocktails? I’d buy it.
I did not watch Riverdale, I forgot AGAIN this week. Weird. Today I was doing something and I was like oh shit Riverdale was on last night. Oops. So I gotta watch it tomorrow. Not good if you’re yelling at the TV. I remember when they went on break and I was like ooh the Hood thing is (maybe) done and the second half of the season is kind of a fresh start and should be great. and now… ugh. Still even when it’s a train wreck I like it. But yeah I’m sure I’ll have thoughts tomorrow night…
I’ll let you know about AC. I’ll probably binge it this weekend. 🙂
What did you think of Travis? I was not expecting that. Especially how it happened. But I’m kinda glad, because I feel like he ran his course? And frankly I think MAdison is gonna get hard and tough and he would have a problem with that, so at least now we won’t have that drama. I was reading something that was talking about all the stuff she’s done that is borderline effed up, and it was eye opening- I didn’t realize she had been QUITE that ruthless. Anyway so yeah I’ll watch episode three tomorrow and we can discuss!!!
I am going to have so much fun if you watch TWD lol, because that show is fucked up at times!
And the Georgia setting does lend some atmosphere to it, no doubt. Just be prepared to be irritated at times- it moves slower than Fear, but you’ll have a good time with a lot of it. 🙂
Those asshole dudes were the worst. And yeah Travis… I actually liked that they did it though, because it’s SO random and shows that anyone can die. Except Madison, because we KNOW she has plot armor. And Alicia too, probably (hopefully). But you know I didn’t notice that about the POC thing, and I’m a little embarassed I didn’t… yikes. Good point. I don’t know what they’re doing there, sadly. And I think they WERE married? If I remember right? And hotel bitch *nods* for some reason that didn’t really add up to me, I felt like Madison took control of that situation from the get- go, and yeah I know Travis bashed the guys head in the door but to kick them out?? I didn’t see that either.
TWD sadly does NOT (to my knowledge) address fuel. Or ammo. I mean in the current season of TWD they are shooting guns like nobody’s business, apparently they have unlimited ammo. It’s pretty dumb. And they drive all over. Where’s the gas coming from? Sadly we never learn. You just have to ignore some of the fucked up stuff.
Ooh I hope you find something good then. I really liked The Wolves of winter if that helps. I mean I think about it a bit even after finishing it, so that says something I guess. Thought provoking. Extinction is just fun. I just wrote a post about that, BTW. Not reviewing after forgetting but posting a review down the road- you know like I’m scheduling and the review is a month out, and by the time it goes up I’ve read who knows how many books since then, and when people comment I’m like- uh I read that a month ago and remember only a little, so how do I even answer comments lol? You know, first world problems. 🙂
Yes! I need the closure, or at least some idea. But… that is sad. I would think she would get some hefty royalties. Clearly they need to share some of that blessed fruit.
I have read somewhere that the taco salad is generally one of the worst (nutritionally speaking ) things a person can order at most Mexican places. Makes me feel justified in my ridiculousness 😀 And yes, exactly! Why not just eat fajitas?! Especially since they usually come with vegetables anyway, so it isn’t even like you’re missing out, if you genuinely want them? I think that the lettuce industry just has a spectacular scam going on with the American public. I am impressed, really. Not enough to eat their stupid leaves-in-a-bowl, but still. AND isn’t lettuce always being recalled for being jacked up? Seriously, the scam of the century, I tell you!
Perfect, we both win! And okay- i love any and all sauce that comes from jalapenos… but I am scared of the actual pepper. I don’t even know why- the thought just freaks me out. I really don’t know what my hang up is since I adore jalapeno flavor, but… yeah. My head thinks they will taste like spicy tomatoes, is the problem. Oh Chili’s chips and salsa is the best! My fave of any chain. So the skillet queso is just those, and then this dip that comes in an actual stone skillet with spicy cheese and meat and is the BEST. That Olive Garden thing sounds good too! They used to have (and this has nothing to do with nachos or queso either hah) some kind of cheesy crab dip that was awesome. OH and Red Lobster used to have (and might still, I haven’t been there in ages) a lobster fondue- now THAT is a good way for you to have lobster! 😀
Well yeah, that’s the thing, disposals are kind of scary! I remember when we moved to a house with one, I was like 11, and my parents were always cautioning us about it eating our hands and such, so I was extra scared at Coach’s place- plus hers was older, and therefore I assumed more fickle? HA that scene in OB was so stupid but also so awesome. I mean, it would have been stupid if it was anyone other than Aynsley and Alison- but Aynsley’s stupidity in general made it work. OMG that clip! DYING ? “This machine just called me an asshole!” (I may have played it like, 5 times because I couldn’t stop laughing. Also, kudos to Stephen King, that is so cool!)
At first I was like “yes, I googled the crayfish” but then I read the rest of it and I laughed so hard I snorted a little because RIGHT!? Those things don’t look right! I mean- I WILL eat them, don’t get me wrong, but only IN something because… I don’t trust them otherwise. And good call on the swamps- those can’t be healthy either! Actually, now I am looking at pictures of them and seriously, are they even fish? They look like a cockroach mated with a lobster and it didn’t go well. I am having second thoughts about consuming them actually. I looked at a few pictures of both the escargot AND the crayfish and… I don’t know. Neither, I want neither. Though the more crayfish we eat, the fewer there are trying to take us back to their home planet?
BWHAHHA yessss Raul has to be an actual douchecanoe that Ally Sheedy thinks is “sooooo talented” but everyone who is actually involved in the art community knows he’s a goddamn fraud. Dork’s death bothers no one, but his parents get their 15 minutes of fame lobbying for alcohol control at college campuses. Oprah had them on her show in the mid 90s. OH YESSS Emilio definitely still has the same shitty old Bronco! He thought it was extra cool when OJ Simpson skipped town in one and he told all his coworkers at Walmart that they drove the same car. (He neglected to inform them that OJ’s was new and his was a 1979 model, but alas.) Claire definitely pretends she doesn’t think he’s the biggest loser ever when she sees him in town. Then her husband, who is an orthodontist, sashays over (he’s the jealous type) to “claim” her, and Emilio’s bubble is burst again.
I ummm may have made my Top Ten list of episodes, because I am a dork. And seriously, S2 or S3!?! Okay no, you need a S4 rewatch ASAP. I am ready when you are. Because this cannot stand. My top THREE are all from S4. Zaven IS a good ship name, I like it. (Better than Reke hahahha.) But NOPE I need my Murven.
I could do a YA cocktails book! But I mean… that might actually be awful because kids shouldn’t be drinking them? Just “literary cocktails” could work, and then if I happen to include YA, no one would actually be mad? I think there even is a Hunger Games cookbook, with shit like Lamb Stew in it!
I mean, Riverdale isn’t even that exciting that you would get spoiled for it, at this point. All the stuff I see is basically that it’s kind of dumb, which is sad. I mean, it’s still entertaining, but I do think it went way downhill. But I have THOUGHTS, so watch it 😀
Yess do watch AC! Only 10 episodes, so shouldn’t be too bad. I also saw this article about it, which I loved because TRAVELERS: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2018/02/alter-your-altered-carbon-plans-travelers-and-future-man-are-must-see-streaming-tv/ (Also- should we be watching the Peeta one? I do love me some Josh Hutcherson, and if the people liked Travelers and this.. maybe we should try the Peeta show!)
I… am not sure he’s dead? Alicia mentioned the thing about “are we sure he’s dead?” and Jake said “no one could survive that fall” and I thought “Octavia can” and so now I have doubts that he’s gone. You KNOW we are getting Badison now (that is Badass Madison, of course). She has done some pretty fucked up shit. And now Alicia is pretty… dark too. I think that the Travis death (or “death”) will be a catalyst for them to all do some REALLY bad shit. And then have to come to terms with it all.
Did you watch Ep 3 yet? Strand’s “De nada, asshole” is basically the best line in the history of television. I like the old guy at the ranch, I hope he doesn’t end up being trash. Is this place a straight up cult? ?. Omg. PLEASE tell me you got to the introduction of Jeff. Because that scene is my favorite thing that has happened in this series so far. I have no idea what that says about me as a person, but I’m okay with it. This is my favorite episode so far actually. OMG OMG did you see the end?! (I mean, obviously if you watched it you did but I’m freaking out here!) Did that… Happen?! It definitely did. Wow. Throws my Travis theory into chaos, I suppose. I stopped after episode 3 to make sure you are caught up because damn. That was a lot of shit. And we need to talk about my new favorite character Jeff ?
Ooooh I am going to watch it, no worries! I am excited, it will be fun! I mean, not as much fun as if we actually got to watch it on the lazy river, but still, I’ll take it. And if it bugs me with its slowness, that is when I will play on my phone hah.
The POC thing freaked me out! Though things… have changed. I get what you mean about the randomness, too. Kind of like how in The 100 no one is safe. Definitely ups the stakes- unless he isn’t dead. Because they can’t play THAT card too many times. That just makes me never believe them and roll my eyes. I think Madison is definitely a non-killable character. Probably Alicia too, I agree- especially since they saw what happened to The 100 hahha- they know killing of Alycia Debnam-Carey is ratings suicide! OH and hotel bitch is up to her shenanigans AGAIN! I hope we never have to see her again, because I am sick of her crap. And exactly- Travis didn’t MEAN to hurt their guy, it was an accident. And had the guy just left him alone, he wouldn’t have been hurt. Frankly, the assholes had to go, and Travis knew them well enough to know they wouldn’t have left peacefully. He was right! He basically saved everyone, after Madison had just finished ALSO saving them all. And they get kicked out!? No. I would have fought, honestly.
That IS dumb- I at least like that in Fear, they have been shown siphoning gas, looking for weapons, etc. That seems believable. And obviously they don’t need to show it every scene, but just enough that we know that okay, they are thinking about these very real concerns. That will irritate me. Those things always do- why didn’t Katniss have to pee in The Hunger Games, you know?
Oooh I LOVE books that you still think about after finishing them! I am keeping an eye on it on Amazon, want to find a used copy hah. And hopefully Extinction will be here soon! (And I know you did, I commented on it! 😀 ) I need to read a few review books first anyway, ugh. Why do I get myself into these things? And wow, a schedule a month ahead is impressive in itself! Here’s how I do it: It’s like, 10pm and I think “Shit, I haven’t posted anything in a few days. Aw crap, these books need to be reviewed. Okay, better try to remember what the hell these are about!” and post is up by midnight ? Seriously it’s a mess, and I think bloggers who have actual plans are kind of my heroes. HA I love when people ask me shit in the comments, like I don’t know, you’re lucky I remembered this much!
I found the article about Margaret Atwood: http://variety.com/2018/tv/news/margaret-atwood-handmaids-tale-pay-metoo-1202681108/amp/ It’s all so frustrating, but also inspiring.
Really? Must be that shell (aren’t those things like supposed to be really bad for you?) Of course everything is really bad for us *sigh*. So irritating. I think lettuce is a scam. And yes it has salmonella or whatever every 5 minutes! I love fajitas though, it’s so weird I’m not a fan of onions generally or bell peppers necessarily, but in fajitas I will eat ALL that shit. It must be the mix of flavors, I don’t even get it. But I will eat fajitas until I explode. Oh have you noticed most places give you like not nearly enough sour cream or cheese when you get fajitas? I mean they’re like 12.99 or more and you get this little dollop of sour cream FFS. I’m like bring all the shit out lol. But speaking of scams, how about milk? Like why do we feed milk from a cow to humans? Shouldn’t cow milk go to, um, cows? I don’t get that. And I saw something where they milk the cows in these industrial feedlots until their udders get infected and there are, um, things in the milk, like blood or other unpleasant substances. Gross, no? I mean microscopic amounts, obviously, it’s not like you can SEE the shit apparently, or we’d all be putting our jugs back on the shelf, thank you very much, but still… and apologies to you if you like milk. 🙂
Jalapenos are funny because sometimes they’re not too bad, and other times they’re HOT! Like I’ve been places where they’re on something and I eat ’em and I get a little sizzle, but I went one place and bit into a jalapeno and that bad boy was nasty! So yeah. And you know what, I think I have had that skillet queso now that I think about it. Yum!
That clip is the best. I forget about it for long periods of time and then occasionally remember it, and then I have to play it a few times. That whole movie is a trip actually. Machines kill EVERYONE, and in gruesome fashion. Like this kid gets run over by a steam roller, and there’s all kinds of homicidal machine fuckery going on. Plus the semis go berserk, you know. And Emilio is in it! A douche as usual. It’s probably like 1.99 in the value / trash DVD bin at Walmart or something- I mean it’s not a GOOD movie- but it’s totally a cult classic. Seriously if you want a good time, rent that fucker sometime. Have some drinks too.
I don’t know WHAT crayfish are. Evil, surely. I don’t think I could consume one. Seriously, are they little Cthulhu’s?? Plus in some pictures they look like bugs, and I am not here for insects. I mean I know they’re not, but visually… *shakes head* unh-uh.
Raul is drunk all the time, surely. Poor Ally *rolls eyes* Emilio is TOTALLY driving that POS Bronco, it’s got junk all in the back and his dad’s old NRA sticker in the window, while Clare’s Volvo has those fucking dinosaur/ family decals in her back window. and when her husband sashays over he has like a scarf on, or maybe I’m just thinking that because her dad had one in that scene. I think? And his isotoner leather gloves for “driving”. Orthodontist lol. :):):)
What I want to know is what happens when Clare sees Bender around town. Poor Julian the orthodontist has no idea about that action! Cause we saw a glimmer of bad girl in Clare and she’s clearly got a thing for John. Hmmm… kinda like Alison almost straying with drug dealer ex in Orphan Black. But is John in a relationship, that is the question??
S4??? Really? All that Praimfaya angst? Wow you are making me wonder whether I need to reconsider that season. I’ve always gravitated to the Mt Weather stuff, but maybe… after all my views did change some when I rewatched S1-3. And I suppose I SHOULD rewatch 4 before April…
Okay I watched Riverdale, and oh my. Where to start?? Betty is sex camming! You have GOT to be kidding me. In her little black outfit. Totally Dark betty-ing it. And then in the rest of the episode she’s the usual girl next door. This FBI thing is WAY outta hand- I mean the agent is meeting Arch in their shed? Penny’s back, and then isn’t, but we got confirmation that Juggy actually DID cut her? *sputter* This show is off the rails. I saw too that the showrunner wrote this episode. I have serious questions about his shepherding of this franchise at this point! Sheeesh it’s a train wreck. The mob thing was ridiculous. And what was that at the end? Did Chic or alice KILL that guy?????
I watched first episode of AC and it was… whatever. I liked the first 10 minutes or so, the opening, but that was the best part. the rest was pretty so-so and the acting is SO wooden. Not a fan of the protag, at least not yet. I’ll keep watching though. I liked that article! I’m glad travelers is getting some love. I’m actually not sure about that other show- never heard of it- but maybe? Okay I watched the trailer and laughed like three times- it looks funny as hell- so maybe yes? Plus Last Starfighter references so yeah. 🙂
I hope Travis dead. I mean he fell out of a helicopter. True though about O. Good point. And Daniel just showed up alive and well in episode three, so clearly if we don’t see a body nothing is for sure! Fuck Daniel is back. I kinda hated him. ugh. and do you know what’s going on with strand?? One minute he gets kicked out of the hotel, now he’s at a dam with some guy he knows (?) who then almost kills him? I’m lost. But yeah I’m kinda here for Badison! Here’s the thing though- they did the same thing on TWD, they made rick (the protagonist) into a badass who will do “anything” to survive and now he’s not very recognizable or relatable as a character? So I hope they don’t go too far with Badison. Tough yes, but a ruthless stone cold killer MIGHT be too far. And Alicia apparently is proficient with knives, judging from her little knife twirling she does. Where did she get those skills?
So… episode three. Fuckin A. I love Strand. Sometimes. I’m not sure about Otto, he seemed a little Trumpish to me? I think it is a cult. And Jeff lol- why exactly are they keeping a walker head???? That is kind of hilarious. Alicia was like WTFFFFFF??? And is Troy a total fuck nut or what? But yes- that ending. So Daniel is *sputter* back ? And looks good as new? I didn’t like him, but he was pretty ruthless. Do you think if he gets back with MAdison’s crew they’ll take over Otto’s ranch? Clearly this is going to be an epic season for discussion!!!
Yup they should have fought for the hotel, I agree. and here I thought Alicia was gonna maybe have something with that one dude, hotel bitch’s nephew or whatever? they had that scene on the beach… guess not. And those assholes DID have to go. they were awful, and frankly it made sense for Travis to lose it. He knew they were trouble, Chris fucked up, and then they show up and run their mouth. How could he NOT snap? But good point about Alycia! They won’t dare kill her off now lol. Nice job security for her perhaps. 🙂
Peeing, right? Everyone has to pee, death games or no.
I hope you like extinction, and don’t think oh this blows what was Greg thinking, this is lame? Because it’s NOT hunger games quality, obvs. But it’s fun and quick and, you know, dinosaurs. And that damn cover looks so nice! I hope you get a chance to read the Wolves of Winter, because yeah. Post apoc plus Yukon is good stuff. But thanks. I hear you, reviews are like that. I mean I can schedule way ahead with my Tues Taglines and easy shit like that, and Top Tens, but reviews are a whole different animal. They take more thought obviously and there are times when I need a review for the week ahead and I know I gotta finish that effin book and like, yeah pressure. My saving grace is I don’t do review books, I just read my own shit, mostly, so at least I have that cushion. I don’t actually have Netgalley commitments. Of course the down side is I don’t get the ARC’s and I keep thinking I should get on NG and actually request some books. I need to do that.
And yes comments- sometimes I’m like I don’t fucking know, did I even read this book ha ha? So yeah, same here. 🙂
Thanks for the article. Wow she had a tough life. That bit about her depression era parents reminded me of my grandparents- they were totally that way, super frugal and yet somehow they managed to do okay too (retirement place up north, a boat, etc). She seems very grounded and you’re right, it is inspiring. “the bank of Margaret”- that cracked me up. but she’s obviously generous and seems like a great person!
Kinda scary too how she said she didn’t put anything into the story that hasn’t happened in some way. And with Trump we’re obviously closer than ever to something like that. Pretty fucked up. What a shame too about her selling the rights and not getting much. At least book sales are up. And I love that last line- so true!!!
Oh yeah the shells are awful, nutritionally (not taste, they obviously taste good hah) because they are all fried. And they’re huge so it’s like eating a whole bunch of taco shells but even worse because store-bought shells are usually baked. And exactly! They pretend lettuce is great, but actually, not only does it have no nutritional value, but it can actually kill you. So…. why do people eat this exactly? No one can tell me that they LOVE the taste of lettuce, I shan’t believe them 😀 I don’t think I have ever had fajitas that haven’t been homemade, because I am so scared of the stuff they put on them. It also reminds me of Ross on Friends hahha. But YES, sooooo much yes! They give you like, 20 shells and enough fajita ingredients to feed an army, but you get like, a quarter teaspoon of sour cream, like it’s being rationed. And not just fajitas, ALL the Mexican food. Like, just bring out the container and go, please.
SO funny that you mention milk, because I JUST read an article about that last night- and how it weird it is for humans to even drink cow’s milk. https://www.vogue.com/article/milk-alternatives-vogue-january-2018-issue (I know, I know, I was reading Vogue in a bubble bath bwhahah, but still, it’s applicable!) Because yeah, it isn’t healthy and apparently it isn’t even very good for humans? I am seriously considering swapping milks. I mean, I don’t drink milk a ton, but in cereal of course, and cooking stuff, and umm with cookies hah. But I have never understood that either, why humans drink cow’s milk. Probably because milking humans would be frowned upon and cows are too lazy to stop us?
See, I would be FINE with the hotness level. I ummm see hot food as a challenge? I remember this one time we were in Florida for a training trip and there was this place with hot wings- and of course it was some kind of “challenge” to see if you could eat them. Like, 5 or 6 of the guys on the team tried it, and all the girls were like “ew nooo” which, eyes rolling, but there was no WAY I wasn’t playing. Only me and one of the guys ate them, and I felt vindicated or something haha. I bet I wouldn’t even hate jalapenos if I tried, but… I am a coward apparently.
Okay, I NEED to know how semis go crazy and steamrollers and such. I get the ATMs because they can be programmed, but trucks and such? I am curious. Where is the “machine” line drawn? Like, a lawnmower? What about say, a mechanical pencil sharpener? See, I have questions. Poor Emilio, always playing the douchey guy. Except when he was finally vindicated in The Mighty Ducks. I love that- “bargain/trash” because it REALLY is the same, isn’t it? ? Hahha I think watching a crappy movie with drinks IS fun because you don’t have to take it seriously, and can just laugh. Course, it would be more fun if we could watch it together. Still with drinks. And you can tell me if my hair dryer will kill me 🙂
“Little Cthulhu’s” YESSS they are. And they have tricked the fine people of Louisiana into thinking they should like them. OR maybe their enemies did- “here, southern folks, these are delicious, eat them ALL”. And I agree, they DO look like bugs, but then I wonder- if they make sandwiches and soup and shit out of them they must not be that small, right? That is where I get confused. Either way, they’re weird. And I will probably try one at some point. Just out of curiosity. I mean, when I go there, not just for shits and giggles.
Oh Raul is definitely drunk- probably heavy into the drug scene too. Seems like one of those guys who’d go to a rave. OH yes Emilio is a Republican too- because of course he is. Even though HE is the shit that society needs protection from. He drinks shitty beer in the woods with his friends bitching about everyone who isn’t them. Yes, yes Claire’s Volvo HAS to have the annoying stick family stickers! With stick cats and dogs, because those aren”t creepy. HAHAH yessss yes he has a scarf and definitely gloves which he wears to “protect his investment” (his words) because he can’t orthodontist without his hands. Everyone rolls their eyes whenever he walks into a room, basically. Ooooh good question about Claire and Bender! The orthodontist didn’t know… until some bitchy mom in their carpool told him and now he’s a controlling douchecanoe to Claire, which actually pushes her BACK to Bender. He is single- he was engaged once to a woman he met in Madrid while he was couch surfing, but (and this is shocking) he wanted to settle down and she wasn’t ready. So now that he is responsible and Claire is back… let’s just say there’s going to be a few very unhappy kids with braces in the near future.
YES Season 4 is my favorite! You need to. I paused my rewatch, so whenever you are ready! A couple of the S4 episodes suck, I won’t lie. Echoes is too easy, and The Tinder Box makes NO sense. But as a whole, it is a really strong season I think.
The showrunner wrote that shit!? Wowww. So these were my thoughts: Of all the ways they could choose to bring penny back they went with eviction notices? That is really really dumb. And a grown woman wanting revenge on some high school kid? Even Lamer. Also why on Earth is Veronica having a confirmation? She’s like, 16, and also her family has never set foot in a church nor has anyone else in the entire series. This is beyond stupid. And also don’t Catholic confirmations happen at like, 8? And I am pretty sure they don’t let you sing alt rock from the 90s as you are confirmed. Just a guess. I also love how they say “Papa Poutine” with a straight face ? The mob thing was SO out of left field- especially because how did Hiram even get involved with these people? None of them had anything even in common! And I think… well, one of them definitely killed that guy at the end, and Alice was definitely at the very least covering it up for Chic. The FBI thing is STUPID. There is no way that any actual FBI agent would behave like that. He is worse than Maclaren!
Ugh, SAD about AC. I have heard a lot of “meh” stuff, but then some people have said it gets better?? I do kind of want to watch for Anya, but then I heard she is woefully underused, so who even knows. I hope it does end up getting better. The Peeta show DOES look funny! I have to add it to my watch list, I can’t believe how under the radar it has been.
I still feel like Travis isn’t dead, though I have no proof to the contrary. Maybe wishful thinking? I mean, he isn’t my favorite character or anything, but I think he has value in the show still. Especially since Badison is going to get out of hand soon, let’s be real. It sucks that they do that with TWD too, ugh. Like I get her being harder and such, but there needs to be some glimmer of her old self in there. And I feel like everyone has kind of gone off the rails, and they need someone with humanity to bring them back.
And not Daniel. Although did you see episode 4 yet? I don’t want to give it away, but it’s an entire episode of Daniel flashback. Which… was unnecessary at best. I have NO idea what Strand’s deal is. Why the hell is he suddenly acting like the Antichrist? Lying to Daniel about Ofelia and such, I don’t get it. And YES- how the hell does he know every person in Mexico, seemingly? That doesn’t make any sense. I wasn’t thrilled to see Daniel, but they DID give me a good shock, gotta hand it to them.
Otto DOES seem Trumpish- definitely he was at some point. And there is a disturbing lack of minorities there, too. Like no wonder Luciana didn’t feel welcome- and I love how Madison and Nick couldn’t understand why ? But then they surprised me with their little bunker of debauchery, and of course, Jeff hahahha. Troy is SICK. I don’t know how he is still alive. At all. I DO think that if Daniel and/or Strand come back, they’ll help Madison take over. They’re all so damn ruthless now.
I thought that something was going on with Alicia and the surfer guy too! But nope, now there’s a new guy for Alicia, which I saw coming from a mile away. And I can’t tell if Troy wants Madison to be his mother, or his lover, and it is grossing me out.
Oh no, I figured Extinction wasn’t going to be THG level- I honestly hate when they use those comps anyway because no, it’s not going to be the same, nor does anyone want it to be. Plus quick is always a bonus hahha. And I need to read more post apocalyptic stuff, because I always seem to enjoy it, so Wolves of Winter is a good one! I can’t even get stuff like TTT scheduled ahead. I don’t even usually decide if I am going to bother with it until Monday nights hah. Review books for me are a blessing and a curse. I don’t know if I would EVER bother reviewing stuff if I didn’t have to at this point, so review books basically make me *have* to get posts done. But on the other hand… sometimes I don’t have anything to say about them and it is HARD. I think as long as you only request books that you can honestly say you’d buy anyway, you’d be fine. I used to just request any old book that sounded moderately interesting, and that is how I got in over my head.
My grandparents were the same way too! They scrimped and saved even when they didn’t even have to anymore. But they always gave us more than they had themselves, which was sweet- but I also felt a little guilty? I like “the bank of Margaret” hah. She does seem really great, and really grounded. I like that, especially after all these years of being quite famous! I do feel for her about the rights- can you even imagine? But who would have guessed, I suppose. She certainly couldn’t have, that 30+ years later everyone would be obsessed with her story again. Still, must be a hard pill to swallow. That last line was SO good, and definitely so true. It must be extra hard for her, who saw things improve a bit, but then regress, and now… here we are.
Yeah it’s like the last time I went to Red Robin and asked for A1 steak sauce and they brought this little cup of it out. and I’m like WTF, bring the bottle? Are we seriously cutting costs that much, that they’re afraid a customer is going to use too much A1? I mean the damn burger was like $10 or something, they should be throwing a bottle of A1 in with it FFS. Greedy bastards. It’s not like Red Robin’s cheap for fuck sake. And as far as fajitas go, sometimes they bring out the side stuff and the sour cream is glopped in WITH the lettuce. Could you keep that separate please?? Cause again, the unnecessary lettuce.
“milking humans would be frowned upon” lol yeah probably. Although I’m sure in Gilead it’s standard procedure. Cows probably have MORE rights than women do in Gilead. I try to drink as little milk as possible, basically just in cereal. But then I eat cheese up the wazoo, and that’s probably not much better? But fuck that, because cheese.
Oh you’d like jalapenos then. Like I said, most places they’re not that bad, but every once in a while… but yeah what is it about spicy hotness? Like most people look at me weird if I pour hot sauce on something or get jalapenos, but there’s something about it. Glad there’s someone else out there who likes ’em too!
Oh the lawnmowers are ON. Like this one dude gets chased by one and I think it gets him? See there’s a comet or something and the radiation, um, turns machines berserk. You know what, that sounds dumb but you gotta see it. Yes we should totally watch this movie sometime! And drinks are essential I think for this one. But why is it I always recommend trashy movies? Um, don’t answer that. Cause clearly my taste in movies is rather suspect. And I think stephen King directed it but from what I read he was high on coke at the time so… yeah. It’s based on one of his stories. they’ll make movies about ANY fucking thing he writes, apparently. And I would watch out for that hair dryer, frankly. At the beginning of the movie people are hanging out of their upstairs windows dead, so clearly they were killed getting ready? No safe haven apparently. Ooh check this out! At the 1:32 mark- a hair dryer killed her!!! You called it… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuoEaJ-nfKo
You can let me know how those little cthulhu fuckers taste, because no I’m not trying ’em. 🙂 And have you ever seen like when there’s a ton of them all in a barrel or something? Eww they look nasty. Maybe that’s why so much bad shit happens in Louisiana? Like the Cthulhu madness is in the swamp water or the crayfish, and it induces magical stuff. You know witchery and all that. the supernaturals are drawn there because of it. It’s a theory.
Yeah Emilio is definitely a Republican, one of those working class stiffs who thinks he’s all conservative when really those rich assholes could give two fucks about him. He voted for trump. He definitely has Budweiser in the fridge. And yup all the moms in the carpool curry favor with Julian even though they laugh at him behind his back, and they love driving a wedge between him and Claire. Plus they hate Clare. And Bender was shattered by his lost love in Madrid, and is all jaded now (well more than before) and only Clare can bring him out of it. They even laugh about Moliere. What a scandal.
Wow season 4! Okay, I’m in. MAybe my opinion will change? And damn it’s been almost a year, so yeah.
Oh my gosh Riverdale is a cascade of fuck ups right now. It’s just horrible. Like, unreal. That whole confirmation thing. But at least Jugs and Betty got back together? I think? I mean I don’t really ship them but they are kinda fun together, and it’s better than Varchie, so *shrug* But oh my the mob thing.
Anya’s in fucking Altered Carbon? Wow! I had no idea… but I’m not very far along. That’s awesome, maybe that will refresh my enthusiasm a bit. I gotta get moving on it so I can do The 100 and stuff. I still gotta do 12 Monkeys too sometime before S4 hits…
So true about Madison! You hit the nail on the head. If they turn her batshit ruthless it’ll be dumb. That’s what Daniel is for, now that he’s back lol. Speaking of, did you watch 4? Oh I see you did (I keep scrolling up and down as I reply). Oh my gosh yes this is what they do! On TWD all the time. Flashback episodes with ONE character (yeah strand showed up but like for 5 mins). I fucking hate those! It was dumb of Strand though to lie. why didn’t he just say yeah Ofelia’s alive but she left, we don’t know where she is?I think he tries to be too clever by half. And while I hated the episode generally, I DID like that Daniel offed Dante at the end. See in TWD Dante would have been around for 2 seasons- that’s how slow they move things along over there. At least he’s gone. And I did kinda like Lola and Efrain.
But… lightning hitting the walker just before it got Daniel? *sigh* that kinda bullshit… irks me. Keep the mystical stuff out, you know? Wackery. And how did Daniel recover, after wandering all over, and get in with Dante, all in the relatively little amount of time that has passed since they left the crazy lady’s house? It seems like months went by for Daniel, maybe weeks, but it doesn’t feel like that much time has passed for Madison’s crew? Or maybe it has and they were in the hotel for a while, IDK. I mean his leg was CHARRED, he almost died, but now he’s just walking around all better, so SOME significant time has to have passed?? And the writing… of course he had to go find the one guy who saved him, once he entered Dante’s service. How convenient. I hope FTWD doesn’t start doing TWD bullshit now…
I do feel like MAdison/ Strand/ Daniel would make short work of Otto and his crew. I’d be for that. Yeah poor Luciana. although I’m not crazy about her. I kinda wish she and Nick would die? I’m terrible. But yeah a minority- free zone, clearly. I wonder if that will play a role? And Troy is such a creep.
I feel like Wolves of Winter was really good and I want to tell everyone? And I finished Bad Girls With Perfect faces today, and THAT book. One of my favorites of the year so far. Delightfully twisted. Not a post apoc but still… and I’m definitely going to use that criteria with NG, I think in some ways I’m glad I didn’t start requesting when I stared out or my ratio would probably be like 40% or something. lol and as a mood reader I think I’d have t do that anyway, I have trouble making myself read something. I will totally DNF…
That’s the hardest part, I think for all of us, to have eight years of relative normalcy and now this. Ugh. Talk about going backwards. This whole memo thing… I won’t even go there. But anyway… so it’s 11:30-ish and I can probably squeeze in another episode of something. Altered Carbon or Fear? I’m thinking Fear… 🙂
They gave you a little cup!? The hell? Seriously since when do they not just bring the damn bottle? Red Robin has always been shifty- aren’t they the ones who claim to have bottomless fries? I went there once like a million years ago, and they have me like 5 fries, no joke, and then when I wanted more, they gave me like 3. And I am not even a big fry person, I just wanted a normal amount! Maybe they have… Idk, had a bunch of people running off with A1 bottles? I honestly can’t think of any other reason- it seems more time consuming and wasteful to fill the stupid cup. OOOOH the lettuce in the sour cream is THE worst offence. Like the worst. Because sometimes, they don’t even tell you about the lettuce, and I have to be like “look, I need some untainted sour cream, please and thank you”. I bet the lettuce is just really cheap so they throw it on the plate to look like it’s fuller?
HA I bet that is a thing that would happen in Gilead! In the book they actually talk about that- it was weird, there was this point where “June” says that when one of them gets pregnant many of them lactate and I was like… yeah, I don’t think that’s how that works? Just spontaneous milk production? I’ve known many women. I am one. This is not a thing. Well- bulls definitely have more rights in Gilead. And I guess female cows who can produce healthy calves? HA but yeah what is the use of living without cheese? I think it isn’t as bad anyway, to eat cheese. Or that is the story I am telling myself, anyway!
YESS i love spicy stuff! I don’t understand people who hate it- like people who won’t even eat mildly spicy stuff, I side-eye those people. These are probably the people who have ravaged their taste buds with all the infected lettuce, and now they are broken. So sad.
Oh no, death by lawnmower would be the WORST. Because it would NOT kill you right away, oh no, you’d get to watch your appendages being hacked off. No WAY, a hairdryer for real!? It was such a random guess, I saw it sticking out of a drawer so I said it ? NOOOO the dog, that is awful! OMG there the hairdyer lady! That is messed up! I have to say, the cheery music in the background might be the most disturbing part. Oh shit at the very end you can see the lawnmower, yikes. Stephen King MUST have been high on lots of stuff to have written this bwhaha. And I mean, sure your taste in movies *is* a big suspect, but it’s entertaining at least! And obviously this is something we’d have to watch together because honestly, what fun is it even if I can’t make fun of it? ? You know, it IS getting close to spring (yay!) perhaps we should make for-real plans? I love planning, having stuff to look forward to, etc 🙂
Well, at least after I eat it, there will be one less Cthulhu in the world. I like your theory! It could definitely explain all the shenanigans that happen- the voodoo and ghosts and vampires. Well. I don’t think anyone thinks that the vampires are real, but still. Maybe the cthulhus communicate with each other, and that’s how it works. Like, tell me this picture does NOT look like a Cthulhu army willing to protect that corn on the cob at any cost? https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55413bd7e4b09911f8b1969a/t/56c611d901dbae7a6df58d1f/1455821303618/razzoos+authentic+crawfish+boil
YESSS he is like those guys in Kentucky or whatever who said they voted for Trump even though they were going to lose their healthcare and shit and don’t even know WHY they voted for him, but mostly just cause they like to call themselves Republicans cause they’re racist. Oooooh the carpool moms HATE Claire because they think she is has it SO good but that she doesn’t appreciate Julian. Even though none of THEM want him either, they don’t want Claire to have him. And YEP- Bender had totally given up on the prospect of love after he’d been heartbroken, he had fully immersed himself into his… construction career, for which he now owned his own company, making millions by servicing most of the greater Wherever This Movie Was Set Area. But now that his FIRST love came back in the picture… all bets are off.
YES S4 is so good. Also, there was news today, I don’t know if you saw! Jason basically announced that he is going to be giving us stills since they won’t let him release the trailer. Which, is pretty fabulous, and I had a feeling he would, and it makes him my favorite. There is one of Emori ON THE GROUND. So we know she makes it! https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/960163815659732994 THEN the last two episode titles were announced: Damocles Part 1 and Damocles Part 2. And Idk if you know who this dude is, but I didn’t. So… “Damocles was a legendary courtier who extravagantly praised the happiness of Dionysius I, ruler of Syracuse. To show him how precarious this happiness was, Dionysius seated him at a banquet with a sword hung by a single hair over his head.” and…. “Damocles is a figure featured in a single moral anecdote commonly referred to as “the Sword of Damocles”, an allusion to the imminent and ever-present peril faced by those in positions of power. “So… DAMN. Octavia is SO dead, isn’t she?
Oh, get ready for more Riverdale bullshit too, I stumbled across this- http://www.refinery29.com/amp/2018/02/189859/riverdale-archie-veronica-betty-love-triangle-season-2-finale Which… come on now. Why even bother getting Bughead back together if THIS is their plan? So now we have to deal with an angsty love triangle on top of all the other unnecessary garbage.
YEP Anya is in it! Which is one of the reasons I want to watch it of course. (Actually, I have heard she is very, very naked in it hahah) I really hope it gets better. I keep hearing such mixed things! Damn, you have a LOT of shows to catch up on. Are you going to rewatch all of 12 Monkeys? I really want to, I hope I have time. And definitely The 100 S4, but that won’t take too long.
Yep I agree about ALL of your thoughts on episode 4- Daniel totally redeemed himself by the end, but did we need ALL of that backstory? No, we didn’t. And exactly- Strand would have secured himself a ride by telling the TRUTH, not by lying. Hasn’t he learned that Daniel won’t put up with that bullshit? And Strand had seemed so… logical until then. Ooooh I am so glad they disposed of Dante in two episodes- that will definitely annoy me about TWD then. I hate baddies who linger for no reason. I liked Lola and Efrain too, I’d be okay if they stuck around a bit.
I do not understand the whole Daniel thing either- I mean we saw him ON FIRE. And like, he’s elderly. So he isn’t exactly going to be able to shrug it off. Even Katniss needed Capitol-strength medicine! I wonder how long it HAS been- there is no concept of time on this damn show, is there? But they did stay in the hotel, hide, clear it of zombies, lose Travis and Nick, FIND Travis and Nick, cross a border, get captured, escape, lose Travis AGAIN…. so maybe it has been longer than it seems? And um YES, how the hell does everyone know Dante when I only heard of him one episode ago? That IS bad writing.
OH which episode are you on now!? (In seriousness, it would be MUCH easier to talk in real-time so I would know if I could or could not spoil things, just saying 😀 ) Because you will see exactly why Luciana isn’t welcome. And so many other things. This place… wow. And Madison… she didn’t go fully off the rails- I mean, she did, but I think she is being smart, too. Just… you need to catch up, it has been a very ranchy two episodes and I have so many thoughts!
I might buy Wolves of Winter, I am so mad at myself, I was going to buy a used copy but I waited too long. It’s not *too* bad from Book Depository though. WOW Bad Girls With Perfect Faces was that good!? It hadn’t even really been on my radar until I saw it on your blog, I am going to have to check it out! HA my ratio when I started was ZERO because I had accidentally accepted books by clicking links and then didn’t know that I could just leave reviews that said I hadn’t meant to (such a newb!) and so it was at 0% for close to a year bwhahah. And YES, you can totally DNF and just say that it wasn’t working for you. It’s easy and I honestly don’t know if publishers ever even read the reviews.
Yeah and not even just 8 years of normalcy, 8 years of PROGRESS. Like- I remember being so happy when Obama won the election, thinking of how… just freaking HUGE and historic it was, and all that stuff. And now… UGH. Oh the memo thing, I cant with this nonsense. I feel like I am watching a really shitty soap opera. I really hope you made the right life choice and watched Fear. Also, another example of when real time conversation would have come in handy 😀
Yes this little dinky cup! Can u believe that?? Clearly some wackery going on at RR. Bottomless fries lol. And their burgers are like so expensive, it’s not like they’re gourmet burgers or anything. Is there even such a thing as a gourmet burger though? I mean come on, it’s a hunk of meat (and probably like super low grade too). But I’ve sorta given up red meat (except for tacos lol) so I guess I won’t have to worry about it? The next time I go to Red robin I’ll have to get some non red meat thing. I wonder how THAT will go. Probably not well. But I don’t think I’ve been to RR in a while so maybe it’s not an issue?!? And yes keep that shit lettuce out of my sour cream. You know they get huge bags of lettuce that’s probably old and often has salmonella or something swimming in it. Ugh.
*sputter* where do I start? Spontaneous lactation? Gah. And that’s true I should have differentiated between bulls and female cows, because yeah… basically ANYTHING female has no right s in Gilead.
I don’t understand people who don’t like spicy stuff either, I mean I don’t mean to be a spice snob but come on, you feel ALIVE when your mouth is on fire lol. I mean not just hot for hot’s sake, but if it’s something that has nice flavor it’s totally worth it. I think it’s interesting too the cultures that use spicy stuff and it’s like a cultural thing? How could you eat bland food after that??
I know, the dog right? Imagine if they did that in a movie TODAY? PETA would probably erupt or something, I’m not down for animal violence don’t get me wrong but it’s kind of an irreverent movie, you know, so yeah… Twitter would blow their shit. And death by lawnmower WOULD suck. The cheery music IS the worst. But trust me, it gets worse. 🙂 And yes this would be a fun movie to watch, oh my gosh you would probably kill me it’s so bad. But you’d laugh too. Cause you can’t NOT laugh at some of this stuff. Are you coming to Michigan this summer? I know you’ve got friends here, so let me know if you are. We definitely need to get together at some point. Although I’m still a little afraid of sushi???
Yes you are taking a little Cthulhu monster out of the world. Way to self sacrifice. 🙂 And yes I am not going anywhere near that corn, or the potatoes either for that matter. Death by little cthulhu’s= no thanks. And did you know there is some awesomely eerie Cthulhu imagery out there? Check THIS out https://www.pinterest.com/pin/464222674080248497/
Oh and I think there are people who do believe in vampires. they’re probably all on reddit and 4chan.
I like that Bender’s rich!?! Nice. And let’s face it that makes it easier for Clare, who still has the rich girl thing no matter how hard she tries, ya know? Poor Julian… clueless. And yes the carpool moms- kinda like in Big Little Lies. Catfight city. Seriously adult Clare would fit right in with those women. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USacpcHELR8
Emori on the ground? Nice. Ok that pic- that’s Raven, Murph, Echo and one of the Gagarin people? THAT”S an interesting combo. And that Damocles stuff? *gulp*
You know I’m going to do an unpopular opinion here but to me Barchie (I hate that name) is doable. I mean they belong together at the end, I think. Regardless of his current dalliance with V. I mean I like Bughead, they’re cute together, and I don’t know jack about the comics, but Arch and Betty just seem… IDK, like they fit? Judging from those Twitter reactions I may be very much in the minority though? Ha ha I do not like love triangles in books, of course, and if they do one on Riverdale I hope it doesn’t last forever, but… I can kinda see it??
I’m still stuck on episode 2 of altered Carbon, my plans to binge it over the weekend didn’t really happen. I got sidetracked with books and writing reviews and stuff. So far it’s VERY mixed for me, I’m struggling to motivate myself, but I will continue. And I’m not surprised if she’s very naked in it as they don’t seem to skimp on the nudity! As for 12 Monkeys, I watched seasons 1 and 2 a while back around the time you were watching, so I just have the last season to rewatch. It’s still pretty fresh in my mind but I might still.
Okay episode 5 of FTWD. But first… yes Strand is doing dumb things. And the villains on TWD DO hang around forever- ugh that show moves SO slow sometimes. Time is so fluid, though, on Fear- you’re absolutely right about that. Best if I don’t look too closely at these things- but it just jumped out at me, cause he was FUCKED UP and now he’s all better, with no burn scars that I can see?? But I watched 5 today so here are my thoughts. 🙂 And you must be on, what, 7 then? I WILL catch up ha ha. Don’t ever worry about spoiling me BTW, I’m not all worried about all that. But anyway… it was fun seeing Alicia hung over. Strand and Daniel together were interesting! Those two do NOT like each other! I couldn’t believe daniel left him at the hotel though. Her’s kind of a dick. Alicia gets a little love- her and Jake?? Hmm. Otto and Nick bonding- that is vintage Waling Dead right there, the main series is FULL of that kinda stuff, where they just talk and talk and try to be all profound. Ugh. I don’t CARE. Thankfully we got some action- I liked Madison and the group going out after the helicopter crash. Although now we have another antagonist group- it’s always the same. As if zombie herds aren’t bad enough, no one ever works together on this show- every one they meet becomes a mortal enemy! Still, I liked this one. I did like Jake’s point that even in the apocalypse, things do matter besides guns and killing. And what happened at the hotel???
Wolves of Winter is worth it, I think, although I bought it on Kindle. I’d kinda like a hard copy though? I’ve seen some people say it’s kinda depressing, but IDK I didn’t think it was any more than a lot of post apocs? I mean- post apoc, you know? It’s not SUPPOSED to be all wine and roses. I even thought it was a tad bit hopeful, but obviously everyone is going to have their own take. And Bad Girls was just so deliciously twisty- like especially after the half way mark, but throughout really, I kept thinking they are NOT going to do that?? And then yup, they did it. 🙂
So more fun Cthulhu stuff. https://www.artstation.com/artwork/Q5454 and https://www.pinterest.com/pin/123567583501626699/ and https://wraithdt.deviantart.com/art/Cthulhu-Wars-Operation-Starfish-615265378
And this one’s freaky! https://www.artstation.com/artwork/zrvGm
I guess “gourmet burgers” are a thing- I mean, in name. I went to this place in Chicago last year that touted itself as such. And I mean, the burger was good, don’t get me wrong, but… like it had an egg on it or something so it could be considered fancy. But for me, by definition a burger is never “fancy”. I mean, can one even feel fancy while eating a burger? I think RR wants to be fancy, but it isn’t and it never will be. Impressed that you have been able to mostly give up red meat, too! I find I really only eat it in tacos, too. When I make burgers at home it’s usually chicken burgers because they’re fine and much better for me. I don’t even really like restaurant burgers that much. Honestly (this is so bad) if I had to have a burger, I’d want it to be shitty quality fast food hahha. OR on a grill, I could live with that too. Buffalo chicken sandwich or wrap is always my go-to at places like RR. Perhaps that could work for you? Actually- just don’t go there, cause it sucks, problem solved 😀 Oh EW good point about the salmonella- I never even THOUGHT to worry about it in my sour cream. That would be a real bite in the ass, wouldn’t it? Doesn’t even eat lettuce; still gets salmonella ?
Well- I guess when they were around Janine having the baby, a bunch of them started…. leaking on the van ride back? Which… I have no idea, can that be a thing? It sounds dreadful all around. And I am glad they excluded it from the show hah. And yeah- I bet Gilead makes the cows wear those stupid hats and throws red blankets over them so you can’t see their udders. Because Gilead. (Also, is it just me, or does Gilead sound like a razor company? This has always thrown me off and i have no idea why I think this.)
Hahha exactly! I mean- that’s the thing too, SO many cultures use different spices. Except for like, England, where all their stuff is not spicy, but that is why everyone says their food sucks, right?
I am surprised that people didn’t revolt even back then- people get so pissed when dogs are killed off. But yeah today it would be next-level, no question! I always find it weird that people are so just FiNE with violence- like how many dead bodies were there in that neighborhood!?- but get a dog involved, and NOPE. Even though we all know that no dogs were actually hurt. This would be hilarious, I think. I mean, messed up and cringey, but also definitely fun. And YES I definitely plan to come to Michigan! And this summer for sure, I just need to figure out when exactly. Doesn’t really matter to me- obviously I would want to come when you’d be around. Otherwise… well that would be silly. And I’ll have to give my mom some advanced notice so I can schlep my children off on her hah. So yeah, let’s come up with a time that works! And don’t be too afraid of the sushi- I mean, even if you happen to not like it, at least you can say you tried!
Oh, the Cthulhus totally poisoned the corn and potatoes, no question. The funniest part of that pin is that they DO look like the damn crayfish! (And a little bit like the tentacle pieces of calamari, actually…) Oh shit, I didn’t realize the people at first- that Cthulhu guy is BIG. But he has the same beady little eyes of the crayfish, no doubt about it. Maybe they are his minions- he is their overlord, and they are here to begin phase 1 of his takeover. And HA yes, that IS true, there are those who think vampires are real and I think you nailed it ?
Oooooh good call about Clare, you’re right- she wouldn’t want to give up her cushy lifestyle with Julian unless Bender was rich. This will cause a rift in their new sketchy relationship, because he is worried that she wouldn’t like him if he was still poor Bender from the trailer park or whatever. (I might be confusing them with Bughead at this point, I don;t know ha.) Oh yes, that IS adult Clare, no question. Those women are AWFUL. Well, mostly Reese, I guess? Yikes hah.
And noooo Emori is IN that picture! In between Raven and Echo! I feel like while I am glad that Emori makes it, between this and Zaven, it puts a damper on the Murven fun I’d hoped for.
I think Barchie will be endgame too. Which… I don’t know how I feel about? I mean- I might have gone for it had she pined after him a little longer. I liked the start, when she was into him, I could see it as endgame. But then Bughead happened SO quickly that there was barely any time for me to care about Barchie! Plus I want Jug to end up happy. I do think that they started with the “Betty Loves Archie” thing so that it would be endgame though. I just don’t understand why they’d do a triangle SO early on? I’m telling you, this REEKS of Dawson’s Creek.
Yikes, it is bad when finishing reviews wins out over Netflix haha. I am sad that it isn’t great, but I am also not super surprised. Something about the trailer just didn’t work for me. Maybe it can still get better though! Ooooh right, right, I remember that now! I feel like it isn’t that fresh in my mind, and I don’t want to be confused, so I might rewatch it all. If i can, anyway.
Yeah- in the first Daniel scene I think some of his hair was still growing back in and that was literally it. Burn scars last forever, assholes, his didn’t just walk away. Strand… ugh. He is supposed to be the voice of reason! I am on 7, just finished it last night! Bad news is, I started 8 and it’s definitely the Ofelia-centered flashback episode. So I didn’t bother watching it yet. Tonight, I suppose! And you know- we could always watch some of these together like I did with Val and Holly and Rashika (remember the Eliza Christmas movie? Hah) where we just DM or text or whatever. That would be so fun especially in April with the new episodes!
Okay episode 5! Daniel leaving Strand was BULLSHIT, because he never would have even known Ofelia was alive. I mean- he basically sentenced Strand to death, even though, let’s be real, Strand WILL be back. I think that Alicia/Jake versus Madison/Troy is going to be a BIG thing- bigger than it already is (and it is). Oh good point, maybe add Otto/Nick into the mix bwhaha. The guys who downed the helicopter are going to have a big role, and it is very unsettling because- Otto of course portrays them as “savages” and frankly, it feels uncomfortable to watch because… they act awful too and I can’t figure out what the show is trying to say. Because “Native Americans will kill you” isn’t a good message. Not that Otto’s group is any better, as you’ll see. Episode 6 is pretty damn twisted- but well played by Madison. But then she gets really dumb again, several times. But yeah- it’s like that in EVERY damn post-apoc show, the humans/survivors are all worse than whatever the hell killed them! I mean, look at The 100! And NO IDEA about the hotel, but I do hope we find out more about that soon. It must be one hell of a terrible story.
I definitely want to get it! I hate buying books on Kindle at full price because it’s like… if I am going to spend $10, give me something to show for it hah. I will buy Kindle books on sale, because okay, it’s worth it. But if I am spending more, I want a hard copy, which is extra dumb, because am I not trying to get RID of books? Um yeah, if I am reading a post apoc book, it BETTER be depressing and dark! People are dumb hah. Oh WOW I definitely need to add Bad Girls to my list- I love when a book that is supposed to be twisty actually IS twisty!
Oh I LOVE the one of the Cthulhu over the New England village! So creepy but also so beautiful! The colors on the Operation Starfish one are amazing too. People are SO talented! I chuckled at the Do Not Poke one because that is ALL the people in the Louisiana swamps ?
RR does want to be fancy, I think? And don’t get me wrong, I like the place- kitsch and all, it’s fun? But burgers in general across the board have become silly expensive now, at restaurants. And I’m gonna want some A1, and not this little cup with a smidgen in the bottom. Like I’m tipping it upside down and nothing is coming out??? But yeah, grilled is best. But I have given up red meat, and you know it hasn’t been bad. Not really. I still have it in tacos and can live with that. And of course nachos. 🙂
That’s bizarre (unless it isn’t?? I have no idea if that’s possible??) so… yeah. that’s my contribution to THAT idea. But I like the sound of the cows with their little bonnets. How cute.
People probably did revolt, but it was Maximum Overdrive so no one cared? But that would be a fascinating post topic too. Like older movies- 70’s and 80’s- they did and said shit that wouldn’t fly today. I should do that post, but I’d probably get hate tweets. And anytime in summer is probably fine for me- except maybe June because it’s kinda hectic? And our vacation is kind of in flux but that’s just a week probably in July, later in the month… so yeah. Would you be coming to the west side of the state or more on the east side? We’ll have to figure that out. And I was gonna look at bookish events but haven’t looked at the bookstore websites in a bit- I’ll have to do that, if you’re interested in those at all. Sometimes we get some decent people coming through.
Ooh calamri too? Methinks this Cthulhu- esque mystery is spreading… and why anyone would summon him or worship him and think they’re going to be rewarded baffles me. I mean his motto is this https://www.reddit.com/r/funny/comments/3kl5cp/a_movement_is_born/
#nolivesmatter lol
And this always cracked me. Why choose the lesser evil? https://www.pinterest.com/pin/415597871843460446/
I’ve read some pretty interesting stuff about vampires being “real”. I guess some people do drink blood? Unless that’s an urban myth.
Most of them are WORSE than Reese? The horror, I know. Seriously those scenes are the best, when the women are all out trying to outcat each other. The book is better though. 🙂 And yeah Clare basically CANNOT be poor. Wouldn’t work. Nope. And Bughead is so on point, because… yeah. Great parallel! I like this Bender/ Clare thing- so much drama! And maybe Emilio sees them somewehre while he’s cruising in the Bronco, and he’s all like- THOSE TWO??
That is a very interesting group to be together. And I think you’ve kinda got me into Murven and all those possibilties. I mean I never really thought about Murven before? And now I have to admit I’m onboard w/ it??
I feel like they’re just playing fast and loose, and Barchie IS endgame vaguely but until then they’ll do whatever. I’d be highly surprised if there’s like a definite 5 year plan or whatever. Which is fine if they don’t get canceled, but the way shows are just ripped out nowadays *cough Dark Matter cough* they may not get their finish? But whatever. After that train wreck of an episode that the showrunner wrote I don’t have a lot of confidence in their choices anyway!
Right? I watched episodes 3 and 4 last night, and it’s getting better, but not very fast. and episode 4 was like torture porn. He’s all like captured and they’re torturing him in virtual reality, which is an interesting idea, but you know torture is not exactly fun (why doesn’t Hollywood get this?) so it was just whatever, even though the end was kinda good. It’s just an average show at this point, frankly.
Yup. And dammit I knew it! As soon as Ofelia showed up I knew a flashback episode was coming. I fucking HATE those!!! I just watched 6 and 7 today so I’m caught up to you (yay) and actually liked them! We finally got some action in the tail end of 7. Ofelia poisoned the ranch? Yikes. And yes we should do that when the new season airs. Fun!
Yeah I hate Daniel, even if A) strand was a jerk, and B) sometimes Daniel’s ruthlessness helps? But by and large he’s a prick. And Ofelia showing up obviously I haven’t seen 8 yet, to know how plausible it turns out to be, but just initially- I think it’s bullshit how they ALL just seem to run into each other, you know? *sigh* HOW convenient! But anyway- yeah what’s up with Madison and Troy? She hated the guy, and now wants him to run things? I know she’s all hell bent on avenging Travis, but still… she;’s turning out to be kinda dumb. And Troy killed the Trimbols?? *sputter* he’s fucking nuts??? But MAdison siding with him does seem to put her at odds with Alicia and Nick. Naturally. What do you think of Jake and Alicia??
A few thoughts on 7.First of all why would Jake endanger Alicia? He should have turned back. I’ve already covered Ofelia being there *rolls eyes* But I love this dynamic where the MAdison clan are taking different sides on the Jake vs Troy thing- and MAdison knows Troy killed the Trimbols but doesn’t tell her kids. WTAF?? And she engineers the raid!!! Wow. What do you think of Taqa? He was gonna kill Jake if not for Ofelia. I was struck by the similarity between the writing of that scene and one from LAst of th Mohicans- I wonder if the writer is a fan lol? Where he says he’ll kill the kids and make Otto watch. But again it paints the Native americans in a backwards light? Or maybe it doesn’t? I wonder how Native americans would feel about that scene? Here is the comparison scene. At the 17 second mark roughly (and it’s kinda graphic) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi7mum9OewA
I wonder if that was a thing?
“People are dumb” lol. Cracked me up. 🙂 But yeah post apoc SHOULD be dark, and frankly maybe a little depressing, right? And I totally hear you, I do buy Kindle at full price sometimes because I want the book NOW, which is dumb because I could often have a hardcover, and with Prime it would only be two days anyway, but… I still do it? Although in my defense I’m a mood reader so sometimes I decide at the last minute what’s next? Sigh. And yes I highly recommend Bad Girls!
*chuckles* right? So creepy w/ the tentacles coming down! And Operation Starfish with the nuke explosion in the background, that clearly did NOT work. they’re fucked basically. 🙂 And oh my gosh is Do Not Poke awesome or what? You just know they’re swamp people down in the bayou doing lots of poking of dark things they shouldn’t be lol!!
Yes this little dinky cup! Can u believe that?? Clearly some wackery going on at RR. Bottomless fries lol. And their burgers are like so expensive, it’s not like they’re gourmet burgers or anything. Is there even such a thing as a gourmet burger though? I mean come on, it’s a hunk of meat (and probably like super low grade too). But I’ve sorta given up red meat (except for tacos lol) so I guess I won’t have to worry about it? The next time I go to Red robin I’ll have to get some non red meat thing. I wonder how THAT will go. Probably not well. But I don’t think I’ve been to RR in a while so maybe it’s not an issue?!? And yes keep that shit lettuce out of my sour cream. You know they get huge bags of lettuce that’s probably old and often has salmonella or something swimming in it. Ugh.
*sputter* where do I start? Spontaneous lactation? Gah. Mental imagery. And that’s true I should have differentiated between bulls and female cows, because yeah… basically ANYTHING female has no right s in Gilead.
I don’t understand people who don’t like spicy stuff either, I mean I don’t mean to be a spice snob but come on, you feel ALIVE when your mouth is on fire lol. I mean not just hot for hot’s sake, but if it’s something that has nice flavor it’s totally worth it. I think it’s interesting too the cultures that use spicy stuff and it’s like a cultural thing? How could you eat bland food after that??
I know, the dog right? Imagine if they did that in a movie TODAY? PETA would probably erupt or something, I’m not down for animal violence don’t get me wrong but it’s kind of an irreverent movie, you know, so yeah… Twitter would blow their shit. And death by lawnmower WOULD suck. The cheery music IS the worst. But trust me, it gets worse. 🙂 And yes this would be a fun movie to watch, oh my gosh you would probably kill me it’s so bad. But you’d laugh too. Cause you can’t NOT laugh at some of this stuff. Are you coming to Michigan this summer? I know you’ve got friends here, so let me know if you are. We definitely need to get together at some point. Although I’m still a little afraid of sushi???
Yes you are taking a little Cthulhu monster out of the world. Way to self sacrifice. 🙂 And yes I am not going anywhere near that corn, or the potatoes either for that matter. Death by little cthulhu’s= no thanks. And did you know there is some awesomely eerie Cthulhu imagery out there? Check THIS out https://www.pinterest.com/pin/464222674080248497/
Oh and I think there are people who do believe in vampires. they’re probably all on reddit and 4chan.
I like that Bender’s rich!?! Nice. And let’s face it that makes it easier for Clare, who still has the rich girl thing no matter how hard she tries, ya know? Poor Julian… clueless. And yes the carpool moms- kinda like in Big Little Lies. Catfight city. Seriously adult Clare would fit right in with those women. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USacpcHELR8
Emori on the ground? Nice. Ok that pic- that’s Raven, Murph, Echo and one of the Gagarin people? THAT”S an interesting combo. And that Damocles stuff? *gulp*
You know I’m going to do an unpopular opinion here but to me Barchie (I hate that name) is doable. I mean they belong together at the end, I think. Regardless of his current dalliance with V. I mean I like Bughead, they’re cute together, and I don’t know jack about the comics, but Arch and Betty just seem… IDK, like they fit? Judging from those Twitter reactions I may be very much in the minority though? Ha ha I do not like love triangles in books, of course, and if they do one on Riverdale I hope it doesn’t last forever, but… I can kinda see it??
I’m still stuck on episode 2 of altered Carbon, my plans to binge it over the weekend didn’t really happen. I got sidetracked with books and writing reviews and stuff. So far it’s VERY mixed for me, I’m struggling to motivate myself, but I will continue. And I’m not surprised if she’s very naked in it as they don’t seem to skimp on the nudity! As for 12 Monkeys, I watched seasons 1 and 2 a while back around the time you were watching, so I just have the last season to rewatch. It’s still pretty fresh in my mind but I might still.
Okay episode 5 of FTWD. But first… yes Strand is doing dumb things. And the villains on TWD DO hang around forever- ugh that show moves SO slow sometimes. Time is so fluid, though, on Fear- you’re absolutely right about that. Best if I don’t look too closely at these things- but it just jumped out at me, cause he was FUCKED UP and now he’s all better, with no burn scars that I can see?? But I watched 5 today so here are my thoughts. 🙂 And you must be on, what, 7 then? I WILL catch up ha ha. Don’t ever worry about spoiling me BTW, I’m not all worried about all that. But anyway… it was fun seeing Alicia hung over. Strand and Daniel together were interesting! Those two do NOT like each other! I couldn’t believe daniel left him at the hotel though. Her’s kind of a dick too. Alicia gets a little love- her and Jake?? Hmm. Otto and Nick bonding- that is vintage Waling Dead right there, the main series is FULL of that kinda stuff, where they just talk and talk and try to be all profound. Ugh. I don’t CARE. Thankfully we got some action- I liked Madison and the group going out after the helicopter crash. Although now we have another antagonist group- it’s always the same. As if zombie herds aren’t bad enough, no one ever works together on this show- every one they meet becomes a mortal enemy! Still, I liked this one. I did like Jake’s point that even in the apocalypse, things do matter besides guns and killing. And what happened at the hotel???
So more fun Cthulhu stuff. https://www.artstation.com/artwork/Q5454 and https://www.pinterest.com/pin/123567583501626699/ and https://wraithdt.deviantart.com/art/Cthulhu-Wars-Operation-Starfish-615265378
And this one’s freaky! https://www.artstation.com/artwork/zrvGm
RR does want to be fancy, I think? And don’t get me wrong, I like the place- kitsch and all, it’s fun? But burgers in general across the board have become silly expensive now, at restaurants. And I’m gonna want some A1, and not this little cup with a smidgen in the bottom. Like I’m tipping it upside down and nothing is coming out??? But yeah, grilled is best. But I have given up red meat, and you know it hasn’t been bad. Not really. I still have it in tacos and can live with that. And of course nachos. 🙂
That’s bizarre (unless it isn’t?? I have no idea if that’s possible??) so… yeah. that’s my contribution to THAT idea. But I like the sound of the cows with their little bonnets. How cute.
People probably did revolt, but it was Maximum Overdrive so no one cared? But that would be a fascinating post topic too. Like older movies- 70’s and 80’s- they did and said shit that wouldn’t fly today. I should do that post, but I’d probably get hate tweets. And anytime in summer is probably fine for me- except maybe June because it’s kinda hectic? And our vacation is kind of in flux but that’s just a week probably in July, later in the month… so yeah. Would you be coming to the west side of the state or more on the east side? We’ll have to figure that out. And I was gonna look at bookish events but haven’t looked at the bookstore websites in a bit- I’ll have to do that, if you’re interested in those at all. Sometimes we get some decent people coming through.
Ooh calamri too? Methinks this Cthulhu- esque mystery is spreading… and why anyone would summon him or worship him and think they’re going to be rewarded baffles me. I mean his motto is this https://www.reddit.com/r/funny/comments/3kl5cp/a_movement_is_born/
#nolivesmatter lol
And this always cracked me. Why choose the lesser evil? https://www.pinterest.com/pin/415597871843460446/
I’ve read some pretty interesting stuff about vampires being “real”. I guess some people do drink blood? Unless that’s an urban myth.
Most of them are WORSE than Reese? The horror, I know. Seriously those scenes are the best, when the women are all out trying to outcat each other. The book is better though. 🙂 And yeah Clare basically CANNOT be poor. Wouldn’t work. Nope. And Bughead is so on point, because… yeah. Great parallel! I like this Bender/ Clare thing- so much drama! And maybe Emilio sees them somewehre while he’s cruising in the Bronco, and he’s all like- THOSE TWO??
That is a very interesting group to be together. And I think you’ve kinda got me into Murven and all those possibilties. I mean I never really thought about Murven before? And now I have to admit I’m onboard w/ it??
I feel like they’re just playing fast and loose, and Barchie IS endgame vaguely but until then they’ll do whatever. I’d be highly surprised if there’s like a definite 5 year plan or whatever. Which is fine if they don’t get canceled, but the way shows are just ripped out nowadays *cough Dark Matter cough* they may not get their finish? But whatever. After that train wreck of an episode that the showrunner wrote I don’t have a lot of confidence in their choices anyway!
Right? I watched episodes 3 and 4 last night, and it’s getting better, but not very fast. and episode 4 was like torture porn. He’s all like captured and they’re torturing him in virtual reality, which is an interesting idea, but you know torture is not exactly fun (why doesn’t Hollywood get this?) so it was just whatever, even though the end was kinda good. It’s just an average show at this point, frankly.
Yup. And dammit I knew it! As soon as Ofelia showed up I knew a flashback episode was coming. I fucking HATE those!!! I just watched 6 and 7 today so I’m caught up to you (yay) and actually liked them! We finally got some action in the tail end of 7. Ofelia poisoned the ranch? Yikes. And yes we should do that when the new season airs. Fun!
Yeah I hate Daniel, even if A) strand was a jerk, and B) sometimes Daniel’s ruthlessness helps? But by and large he’s a prick. And Ofelia showing up obviously I haven’t seen 8 yet, to know how plausible it turns out to be, but just initially- I think it’s bullshit how they ALL just seem to run into each other, you know? *sigh* HOW convenient! But anyway- yeah what’s up with Madison and Troy? She hated the guy, and now wants him to run things? I know she’s all hell bent on avenging Travis, but still… she;’s turning out to be kinda dumb. And Troy killed the Trimbols?? *sputter* he’s fucking nuts??? But MAdison siding with him does seem to put her at odds with Alicia and Nick. Naturally. What do you think of Jake and Alicia??
A few thoughts on 7.First of all why would Jake endanger Alicia? He should have turned back. I’ve already covered Ofelia being there *rolls eyes* But I love this dynamic where the MAdison clan are taking different sides on the Jake vs Troy thing- and MAdison knows Troy killed the Trimbols but doesn’t tell her kids. WTAF?? And she engineers the raid!!! Wow. What do you think of Taqa? He was gonna kill Jake if not for Ofelia. I was struck by the similarity between the writing of that scene and one from LAst of th Mohicans- I wonder if the writer is a fan lol? Where he says he’ll kill the kids and make Otto watch. But again it paints the Native americans in a backwards light? Or maybe it doesn’t? I wonder how Native americans would feel about that scene? Here is the comparison scene. At the 17 second mark roughly (and it’s kinda graphic) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi7mum9OewA
I wonder if that was a thing?
“People are dumb” lol. Cracked me up. 🙂 But yeah post apoc SHOULD be dark, and frankly maybe a little depressing, right? And I totally hear you, I do buy Kindle at full price sometimes because I want the book NOW, which is dumb because I could often have a hardcover, and with Prime it would only be two days anyway, but… I still do it? Although in my defense I’m a mood reader so sometimes I decide at the last minute what’s next? Sigh. And yes I highly recommend Bad Girls!
*chuckles* right? So creepy w/ the tentacles coming down! And Operation Starfish with the nuke explosion in the background, that clearly did NOT work. they’re fucked basically. 🙂 And oh my gosh is Do Not Poke awesome or what? You just know they’re swamp people down in the bayou doing lots of poking of dark things they shouldn’t be lol!!
Yeah I think at some point, burger-type places started to try to market themselves as more upscale. Only… all they really did was up their prices and add a few non-burger-y things to the menu so… nope. Like if I wanted upscale, I would be at your dumb chain? I wanted to wear non-fancy clothes and eat crappy food, now give me all the sour cream and sauce.
It IS bizarre, and I even googled it because I mean, this isn’t a thing. Like wouldn’t women all over the world lactating randomly and without cause catch a little attention? But no one else seemed as bothered by it as I was. It just disturbed me, because it was so casually thrown into the story! I think the cows in bonnets is a great idea for S2- or how about house pets in bonnets? Cats, dogs, what have you. And the male pets can just have like little douchey cigars hanging from their collars or something.
HA I think you’re right about no one caring because it’s Maximum Overdrive. When I googled it, it said it had a 17% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, so that gave me a chuckle. You SHOULD do that post! It’s actually quite fascinating- even shows that are still popular today, like Friends and such, are SO problematic, I imagine 80s movies take the cake. I think people would enjoy it- definitely a unique post topic, and fun too. And who among us doesn’t have problematic faves, you know?
So… that leaves May and August ? I mean, the beginning of July is hard because Lena’s birthday is on the 1st and then who wants to be driving around the 4th anyway? Not me. People are crazy. And late June is ALA anyway, so yeah. I know Holly lives in the western part of the state. ::Goes to Google maps:: DAMN, you only live like an hour away from her, that is crazy! She’s north of you, but apparently not by much. I figure it’d be easy enough to just get a hotel somewhere along there then, so yeah, definitely look stuff up! But if there’s no bookish stuff, that’s fine too, I don’t need to do book stuff (I mean, I probably won’t be running out of reading material anytime soon haha) anything at all will be fun 😀
Oh that picture is too funny- it is CLEAR that this dude is taking no prisoners ? I interviewed an author once who has a bunch of statues of Cthulhu but they looked so much… cuter. Not those beasts. HA is it wrong that I low key wish that the cthulhu had won? I mean, sure he’s evil, but he isn’t pretending not to be? So… honesty at least?
Ohhh yes, some people do drink blood! Some people even HAVE to drink blood, have you seen that? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porphyria There was this episode of CSI where this woman just killed dudes so she could make them into smoothies and then I was fascinated with it. But then there are weirdos who do it just for shits and giggles and they probably need some kind of mental health treatment.
Noooo Reese is not the worst!? This has me both horrified and intrigued. How… how do people live like that!? Yeah I definitely need to read the book. I might borrow it from the library- that was a fun new experiment I did with Handmaid’s Tale hah. OH! Julian HIRES EMILIO as his private investigator. And Emilio does it of course because his life is so sad, this is a step up. So Emilio stalks them in his shitty Bronco and then tells Julian everything. Which leaves Clare in quite a pickle in the divorce settlement, since Julian now has proof of her adultery. Only… womp womp, Emilio forgot to put film in the camera! And this is why he works at Walmart.
I only loved Murven after I realized that Rasper wasn’t going to happen, but S4 sold me on it- especially in The Other Side when they had their little “moment”. It just… worked. Apparently Becho is getting talked about in magazines and such. People are pissed, saying the relationship is toxic but… it’s The 100, everything is toxic. And it’s been 6 years. I don’t LIKE Becho, but I have resigned myself to it. I think I’ll be less mad seeing it that way.
Oh yeah, I feel like there is no REAL endgame- like I don’t know if they even have a plan from week to week it’s such a damn mess? The good news I guess is that Riverdale is pretty popular, I doubt it’d meet the fate of Dark Matter. Maybe they’ll go off the rails like Roseanne in the finale, and it all will have been Jughead’s book. That’d be nice and annoying.
Ughhh see, that is the kind of stuff I can’t watch for a long time- I don’t WANT to see the characters like, killing each other the WHOLE time, I need some plot behind it! I feel like AC is going for the shock value with all the naked Anya and the torture and such. And I just don’t think audiences care? Like that stuff isn’t shocking anymore, not now. People want characters they care about, a good strong plot, etc. Oy, I hope it continues to get better though!
GOOD NEWS, it wasn’t all flashback, yayyyy! And i am glad you are caught up, I had a TON of thoughts on 8. But okay let’s talk 6 and 7 first! Daniel… ugh, yeah, I mean, it *does* help sometimes for him to be ruthless, but just as often, it hurts. And I feel like he can’t control himself, which is never good. And YES- like, I have never been to Northern Mexico and the border or wherever the hell they are, but I’m going to go ahead and assume it’s bigger than like, a mile, so how exactly is this happening? I wonder where Danny ran off to now…
I think Madison made a smart move with lying for Troy but what the hell is WRONG with this guy!? Who kills the Trimbols- especially the innocent daughter who looks like Anna from Frozen!?! I think… I am glad that Alicia has someone I guess, but Jake is also kind of boring. And yeah- Jake claiming to care about Alicia but leaving her there… not the best move, especially when you’re trying to get on her mom’s good side. But then stupid of Madison to go break her out! Like just chill for a second. Oh DAMN that scene IS very similar. I bet you’re right, there had to be some inspiration there! I wish I knew how Native Americans felt about it too. Like, I don’t doubt they’d fight, but to think that Taqa only cares about the land is offensive too. It’s the zombie apocalypse, I think he has bigger fish to fry. I assume he and Ofelia are… a thing?
I am going to go ahead and assume you have watched 8 here. So if you haven’t… go watch it 🙂 Um, Ofelia’s sunburn like, physically hurt me to look at. But also, why the hell did she go wandering in the desert? And DAMN Otto really WAS a racist scumbag, wasn’t he? I get why Ofelia would hate him, but to do what she did to Madison’s family- she could have killed Nick! And then- I voice-typed this to tell you as I watched it, and so I will just paste it: The Abigail, really? I mean… I’m happy to see it but come ON. The chances…. WAIT A FREAKING SECOND. Is Strand talking to a goddamn COSMONAUT?! Is he hallucinating? What even?! Ummm why did he set the boat on fire? What happened to the hotel? I’m so freaking confused. (That is my literal thought process at the Strand scenes. WHAT. HAPPENED? This is what you will be getting yourself into if we talk about the show in real time ?) But then Madison and Nick, that was freaking amazing, loved it. The whole ending was awesome. Especially the creepy ass rendition of Stand by Me! That was incredible, going on my next The 100 soundtrack hah.
Yesss exactly, if I wanted fluffy contemporary, I’d read that instead! I used to buy Kindle books at full price for the same reason- I wanted it NOW. But then I started hoarding books. Which… wasn’t my best life choice, not going to lie. And now I am tempted to see if Bad Girls is part of that Barnes & Noble 3 for $30 sale, did you see that? I am going to try to stop myself, but who knows.
Maybe that’s it! The Cthulhu just wanted to be left alone to hang out in the dark swamp, minding their own business, but NOPE, the damn Louisianans have to go searching and poking! So now, they have declared war.
Right? I hardly eat out anymore cause places want $10 for a burger and even more for something decent, so… yeah. And do you ever go to Panera? Like, I love Panera, but they’re expensive! I mean for what you get. I love their soup and their sandwiches are okay but damn. Crazy.
So I wonder what Atwood was going for there? Weird. Women (some of them- most?) can’t give birth anymore but they’ll lactate all over the place if someone DOES have a kid? Am I characterizing that right? That’s odd. But yes- all animals must now wear bonnets. And we haven’t seen much in the way of pets on the show, have we? I mean the dog or cat would probably get fed befor Offred would, right?
Ha I’m not surprised. 17% lol. I’m surprised it’s that high. Although… I maintain that it’s one of those so-bad-it’s-good movies? I mean it’s entertaining, no question. Like something you’d play at a party when everyone’s getting drunk. And you know I kinda want to do that post! I don’t know if I actually will, but I’m tempted… I mean the material is there. 70’s/80’s movies, there’s no shortage of trash. And even “good” movies might be kinda fun to pick at…
Yeah July is tough, I hadn’t thought of that, but yeah with the 4th and everything else. We’ll figure something out. At least that’s convenient about Holly, so you don’t have to travel too far (I mean, you are by coming here and all, but I mean if I was on the east side that would be tougher. Not that I wouldn’t come meet you too, because it’s not really fair for you to have to do all the driving. Wow this is like the longest sentence in parentheses ever). Anyway I’ll look around, see if anything is happening downtown, or where good sushi places are anyway. Although Holly might know if she’s a sushi eater? Yeah book events might make it too complicated, so screw that. We need to eat seafood after all. 🙂 But August is totally wide open for me, and May probably is too? Oh and are you definitely going to ALA? I’m sure I won’t be- GenCon is even looking iffy, I’m trying to save money for other stuff and I figured GenCon would cost me almost a grand, maybe even more, if I go, and I need that for other stuff, so that kinda sucks but whatever. I’d rather have the money and be able to do other things. Still, I need to go to an ALA at some juncture.
I do want to go to a bookish con or convention of some kind, at some point, in the next year or two. If there’s ever one between you and I we could always meet there too, or get some people to maybe go, IDK but I always see the con posts and I’m like I wanna go lol.
Right, at least Cthulhu doesn’t pretend! And I went into a comic shop once and they had this cute little Cthulhu plushie, but it was kind of disturbing because it was… so cute? Like eww. I wouldn’t trust that thing to not come alive, you know? And I’m sure squidface is running again in 2020. They used to have Cthulhu politcal stuff at GenCon actually, so it’s a long running thing. 🙂
“make them into smoothies”? Um, wow. And oh my gosh that would explain vampire stories, perhaps? I see in that article there’s some debate about that, but I can totally see it. You know some superstitious villager sees a guy with skin blistering in sunlight, or whatever and thinks he’s found a vamp. What a horrible disease tho. But it’s the people who want to drink blood that I’m kinda worried about.
Reese is NOT the worst. In fact, she’s great- I love her character (even more in the book). She’s just delightfully a trip. And I LOVE the idea of Emilio moonlighting as a PI. Forgetting the film though- yeah that’s an Emilio move. Or maybe he feels guilty, so destroys the film and says he forgot? Because he still has *feelings* for Clare- I mean they both ran in the popular crowd right, what if he always had a crush on her? and even though he hates Bender he doesn’t want to cause her trouble? I think I’m reaching here tho… it’s all soooo sordid.
I’ve resigned myself to Becho too, and TBH I don’t think Bellamy works with just anybody. Like Harper or raven wouldn’t work. Other than Clarkie I think Echo is the only one that feels right? So yeah I agree. And I think Murven works too, because they’re both smartasses and I think they’d click. Sorry emori.
I finally saw Anya. And she was clothed! Obviously that’s going to change apparently, but yeah… I’m having a hard time staying motivated for the show, TBH.
Thank God it wasn’t all flashback. and how weird is it that Otto was the first one to find her? Ugh they always do this- everyone runs into everyone else, it’s like they’re all running around in a small little patch of land. And we finally see how bad Otto is (although we already knew) when he basically leaves her to die, because she’s “brown”. And it’s only a matter of time before Daniel oops just happens to run into them, right? SMH.
Yeah Troy’s as bad as Otto, and I wasn’t sure I could buy him killing the whole family! But then again at the base he was killing people so… maybe it is plausible. Jake is boring. But one of the few genuinely nice people in this post apoc? I mean everybody seems to go bad, it’s nice to have someone who doesn’t turn out to be treacherous or homicidal? Which means he’s probably dead soon. 🙂
I watched 8 tonite. Pretty good! Anthrax though? First of all where did Taqa GET anthrax? That’s plot hole #1. And how in the fuck does Madison and Troy just mosey on up to the reservation whenever they want to have a raid or steal the relic trailer? Doesn’t Taqa post guards down the road, at the approaches? I mean MAdison was pissed that Jake took Alicia with him to Taqa, then she takes Alicia with her to steal the trailer and there’s shooting everywhere. Crazy!!!! And then WITH the trailer they made it back to the ranch and then Taqa’s people all showed up- um, couldn’t Taqa’s people have caught them pretty easily when they’re hauling a TRAILER? Serious suspension of disbelief problems in this one. 🙂 But the Abigail!!!!!!! Yes… and then he burns it??? Strand are you fucking nuts??? Live on the fucker! If he stayed on the boat the writers would be forced to have MAdison’s crew eventually just *happen* to walk by, and then they’re all together again. they can go find an island and live HEA. And the cosmonaut thing… fuck that. Stupid…
Nick shoots Otto?? Gah that surprised me. Glad Otto’s gone though, frankly. He was getting on my last nerve. Do you think they’ll ever show what happened at the hotel? I’m kinda skeptical, but then again the hotel people (if they’re still alive) will probably show up in mid season 5 or something, and then we’ll have flashbacks explaining why :):)
Seriously though- why did he burn the yacht? I’m sad.
I did not see that! Wow yeah you gotta read Bad Girls in some shape or form so we can discuss. Serious fuckery going on in THAT book.
Yeah when you’re in NOLA for ALA beware of Cthulhu cultists! They probably wander the french Quarter at night?
Same, it is just too unreasonable! And YES- I looooove Panera, but like you said, it is so ridiculously overpriced! My mom and I went there for lunch a few weeks ago and it was like $36 for us both which is insane- and we didn’t get anything weird either! And right, their soup is the BEST. I feel like I could eat an entire vat of the broccoli cheddar, gah. I started to create my own sandwiches there now that you can order on the kiosk or online, and I now eat grilled chicken panini with jalapeno cilantro hummus and it is magical. But super pricey for a damn sandwich and soup, no question.
Yep, that’s how it is! I don’t know- if she meant that there was something ELSE weird going on with their bodies, I don’t know why she mentioned it so briefly and causally? But then if she didn’t mean that… why on earth include it? It almost sounded to me, in the context, that they had been so involved in helping Janine give birth that they were… having sympathy lactation? Which again, not a thing hah. You’re right, there really weren’t any pets! That one lady that Ofglen ended up with after her assault, she had dogs, right? They didn’t have bonnets, maybe they were male dogs hah. And YES, the pets absolutely get fed before the handmaids. Probably have nicer rooms too.
I bet that 17% of people agreed and just thought it was fun. I mean, a movie like that wasn’t made to be the next Oscar winner anyway, right? So if it’s entertaining, it pretty much served its purpose. I bet there are a LOT of terrible movies to choose from in the 70s and 80s, though I’ll go ahead and assume I have seen like, 2 of them hahah. But I think you’re right- even the good ones probably have SO many problems. I love how now everyone is revisiting stuff from the 90s, like Titanic and the Spice Girls and shit because it’s the 20th anniversary, and it’s like “yikes, maybe this isn’t all good”. And I’m sure in 20 years, they’ll be saying the same about now. Although they obviously will have good reason.
Hahahha laughing about the longest parentheses thing, it made me smile 😀 But yeah, it works out quite nicely! I don’t think I have anything in May or August either. August is probably better weather, but May is sooner so there’s that! And not that it even matters, but book events are more likely in May, just because August is usually a dead month, bookishly speaking. Holly is definitely NOT a sushi eater- she was horrified just looking at our plates the one time we made her go to a sushi place in Chicago. It was amusing. I am not 100% sure about ALA yet, it depends on if Val and Holly can go- if they can’t, I definitely can’t swing it by myself. Airfare is crazy to NOLA, which I don’t understand because isn’t it a major city? But alas. I am sorry you might not be able to go to GenCon, I know you had hoped to. But damn, $1k is a LOT, so I get that. Money is so freaking annoying (unless you”re rich, I guess, those people probably LOVE money).
Yesss you definitely do need to go to a bookish event at some point. I think it’s definitely worth the experience. It would be SO nice if there was one like, in between us! I wonder what else is out there other than the “big” ones like BEA and ALA? I have seen people at other stuff, I think I just never paid enough attention? Definitely worth looking into!
So apparently, we weren’t wrong about these crayfish, this popped into my newsfeed last night (and I was a little creeped out, like it knew we were talking about them? Google Chrome knows my business and I don’t love it!) https://www.nytimes.com/2018/02/05/science/mutant-crayfish-clones-europe.html So yeah, I guess we’re screwed, the Cthulhu have decided. HA I like the idea of the plushie coming to get you, because that is how it could win me over, no question! I’d be like, awww so cute, take it home, and then BAM, my soul has been eaten or whatever the hell those little assholes do. And in 2020 that could very well be our ACTUAL choice, who knows. Cthulhu has my vote.
Yes, this woman was psycho, she was so damn chill about it, and when the CSI team figured out it was her she was just like “well you know, I needed it” like it was no biggie. She offered Grissom one of the smoothies, said it was good for you even if you didn’t have the disease hah. I used to love that show back in the day. Yeah, the disease does sound awful, and of course people back in the day used to be really stupid about that kind of stuff, so it makes sense. And oh yeah, the people who think they are vampires? Or want to be or whatever? They scare me because I can’t tell if they KNOW they aren’t actually vampires? Like, how loose IS your grip on reality?
Aw I am actually kind of glad that Reese isn’t awful cause I like her as a human, I think she’s a good role model for women. I really do need to read this book, I meant to check the library site last night and forgot, I must remember tonight. And YES- I always thought that Emilio seemed a little salty that Clare chose Bender. I couldn’t tell if he was just disgusted because he hated Bender or liked Clare, but I also didn’t buy his interest in Ally Sheedy. Or MAYBE he hates Julian more than he hates Bender. I think he was drunk and that’s why he forgot the film though. Because he’s really pathetic in this story ?
YEP I agree about Bellamy. I mean, no one bought the Gina thing, it just didn’t work. I also feel like he thinks of Harper and everyone as like… not peers? Like, almost like little sisters and such? But Echo he DOES see as a peer- albeit a peer who wronged him, but 6 years can make up for that. I just don’t see, now that we know Emori is alive, a way that Murphy can ditch her without looking like an ass. And if Raven is finding a Gagarin romance… ugh.
Goodness, if even Anya can’t spice things up, it sounds hopeless. I feel like I’ll be okay skipping it, unless some kind of magic happens (and I doubt it will from the sound of it!)
Yeah I was confused about Otto finding Ofelia, because I don’t understand where the hell this ranch even IS? I mean, across the border obviously, but… how far? They keep throwing out city names like Mexicali and Tijuana as though I know the geographical significance of ALL the cities in Mexico, and I very much do not. I assume they’re in California now, based on location of those cities (which I googled, and found out are 100 miles apart, so come ON). And Ofelia was going to walk to SANTA FE!? It’s legit like over 700 miles. And she made it like… 4 miles. Moron.
I wish we had more insight into Troy, because I feel like I can understand him one minute, but then not the next. Especially his weird relationship with Madison, what is that!? I can see him killing the father and son of the family, but Gretchen surprised me. I guess he had to, at that point, but still, that is COLD. HA exactly, Jake seems like a genuinely good, level headed dude. Which is great in life, but for entertainment purposes… meh. Poor Jake. Honestly though, I think he doesn’t know what the hell he is doing- hence his constant deference to Madison. And I feel like it’s going to cost him, big time.
YES HOW to the anthrax?! I thought that was like… controlled? I was hoping it was going to be like the sickness from the Grounders in I Am Become Death, that would have been fun! EVERYONE throwing up blood, good times. But alas, just Ofelia and a news story circa 2001. Good point about Taqa and the trailer, too- I was super suspicious when they were all just standing around the camp, like… watching, after Madison and Alicia took their stuff. Like… just attack, it’s an old racist guy and a couple white dudes with guns, you could wipe them out immediately. And he was fine with just… Otto being dead? And then it’s just all kumbaya?
I LOVE that Nick shot Otto- especially after that story Madison told about her father. But I also was kind of sad because Nick had looked up to Otto but… I guess that is why it was more important coming from him. I am pissed about the boat too! Why kill alll the zombies, defend it, etc, just to light it on fire!? And yeah, he could have sailed the damn thing right up a river for all the believability this show has ? I DO hope they show what happens to the hotel but there were also no main characters left there, so maybe they won’t? Unless Hotel Bitch comes back again?
Did you see episode 9? What is happening with Daniel, and more importantly, am I supposed to care? I KNOW it is just going to be a setup to him finding Ofelia but UGH I can’t. No more stupid coincidences! And like, I don’t care about this storyline with the Dam of Mexico or whatever the hell it is. If you need me to tolerate Daniel again, you better give him a better story. Guess Strand took this episode off to brush up on his Russian, or do start a vodka distillery or something. Troy… why is this even still a thing? I’m tired. And why would Gretchen’s doofy friend actually think he would be successful in attacking a Native American who is trained and like, 3 feet taller and infinitely stronger? And why the FUCK was Nick punished?! That made zero sense to me. And there’s no way we’ve seen the last of Troy. I actually expected him to kill himself after Madison put away the gun but then… he shows up in what I assume are Nick’s delusions? And now there’s no water? That’s convenient after all the fighting for the stupid place. HEY! Maybe they’ll have to go to Daniel Dam! Where Strand will happen to sail on into with the charred remains of the Abigail. And Travis will end up after he ummm I don’t know, but he is mentioned too much to be dead. (I am probably SO wrong here!)
Oooh yes, this does sound good! Oh wow the paperback is only $7 on Book Depository, that is nice! And I bet they do- the NOLA people think it’s ghosts, but nah. They’re just too drunk to realize it’s Cthulhu!
Their broccoli cheddar is the BEST. I like their French onion too, yum! And is there anything better than a good panini? But yeah they cost a fortune!
“sympathy lactation”. You know even if that doesn’t exist, I think you coined a new phrase??
Isn’t it funny how everything comes back around? For a while it was the 80’s, now yup the 90’s. But I think I could make a regular post out of skewering older movies. I am tempted. I could let people vote on which movie I watch and then I have to review it. It might be very painful though at times… any suggestions? 🙂
*nods* Looking forward to it! And I hope you guys get to go to ALA. Because of course I want to live vicariously through your pictures and be jealous that I’m not there ha ha. And yeah Gencon but it’s okay- I mean I’d love to go but I don’t game much anymore, so that part of it is sorta okay, it’s the atmosphere I miss. Just being at a con for 4 days and wandering the exhibit hall and everything else- that’s the fun part for me. 🙂 So it looks like it’s up to me to find a suitable sushi place? Oh-oh lol.
Agreed! It’s easy to miss stuff, like there was a sci fi con in the Detroit area a while back and I saw bloggers on Twitter talking about it who were there, and I didn’t even know it existed! And I live in the state! So yeah. Maybe Ohio has stuff? I went to a medieval faire there once and it was fun. Bookish events though… I’ll have to do some looking. It’s too bad ALA isn’t any closer sooner, I looked again cause I forgot the dates but I see they’re in Philly in 2020 (that must be fairly close to you?) for the midwinter, and Chicago for the annual. Which is about as close as it’s gonna get to me. 🙂 That’s too long though, I want to go to something sooner, there’s gotta be some other smaller bookish cons out there? Maybe? I wish this years wasn’t so far!!
Google chrome is a trip? Because yeah I’ll look at something and then BAM on other unrelated websites ads will appear for those things I was looking at, and it’s way creepy! Like I was looking at comics the other day and I’m STILL getting ads for comics like a week later. Creeeeepy. But anyway… yeah. Tell me that fucking crayfish mutant thing doesn’t look something like Cthulhu. You know, blow it up a thousand times its size and it’s a fucking kaiju. I love how the article says it didn’t exist 25 yrs ago and a mutation caused it. Uh- huh. sure. Mutation my ass. Cthulhu caused that thing to happen. Cthulhu mutation lol. And they’re cloning each other. That’s fucked up too. I love the Tribble reference BTW. In case you don’t know what a tribble is… you’re welcome. 🙂 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4wM5KvUGEc
Plushies though. Talk about taking over the world with cuteness. Til they’re in charge, then we’ll see how cute they are. Probably have human sacrifices going on.
Oh my gosh that is cold. You know I’ve never seen a CSI?
Yeah Emilio and Ally were never happening, I mean come on. They do NOT fit. As masters of shipping we of course know this. I think he might have had a thing for clare… or at least didn’t understand why someone in their social standing would go with Bender. Maybe he felt betrayed? He is pathetic though- he’s drunk every night and plays like Xbox games and they don’t like him at Walmart either. And he’s on a first name basis with the people at Taco Loco drive thru cause that’s his idea of a good time- eating shitty takeout. Poor guy.
I think you’re right about Bellamy. He’s always seem himself as the leader so he needs someone who maybe doesn’t take orders from him? Echo definitely qualifies! And Emori could have an unfortunate accident, but IDK it looks like she might be sticking around? So we might be stuck with Ragarin?
Ha Anya looks a little shify so far, but it’s early. TBH she might be the only reason I stick with it, due to her The 100 connection, because it just isn’t working for me… but I kinda want to finish. Kinda.
Oh my you’re right, that’s ridiculous. We know strand is in Baja, because… ocean, and the fact that he says it. And the rest were in Tijuana right? It’s all fuckery. Is the dam close to the ranch? I don’t think it’s TOO close cause when they left the base at the border they traveled a while before reaching the ranch? But then again Ofelia didn’t seem to go TOO far before she wandered onto Otto’s land, so ??? But see that’s why it’s going to be ridiculous when Morgan shows up, cause he’s coming from the eastern seaboard. How’s he gonna get there? I expect it to be asinine.
the anthrax thing… pssh. So silly. Somehow Taqa just has some? And beating Taqa back to the ranch- they started AT NIGHT and got back in the morning, and Taqa’s people… never caught up? With all those jeeps? Taqa obviously doesn’t run a very tight ship. But the boat thing was the worst. I think it had something to do with the cosmonaut? Like didn’t the guy say something to him like don’t spend your life just hanging out or something (I’m paraphrasing obvs)- because after that he blew it up and left? And I rather like the abigail, I always hoped they’d get it back and go to sea again. I mean I would! So that pissed m off to no end. And Strand looked like he was on a mission after that- so is he going to be an antagonist later in the season? And am I the only one who kinda hopes he gets Daniel back for leaving him?
Okay 9- I did watch! Daniel apparently runs the dam now? Or Lola does? What about all of Dante’s armed guys? See I think in the real world his guys would have blown Daniel’s head off for killing their boss, then THEY would run the dam and continue to be assholes. So that’s lame. Not buying it at all. And yeah that stupid kid… what a dummy. Letting Troy go was dumb. but that is also a cardinal Walking Dead thing- someone gets “exiled” and then they come back and it’s a disaster. I guarantee you he WILL be back and it will be a mess. Also- how did Madison let him get so close that he took her gun? And then she head butts him and it hurts him so bad she gets the gun back??? That was silly. I’m sorry but that was whacked. And why does anyone listen to her? Again, in the real world Taqa would probably be like fuck you I have the guns and a 100 guys and you have like… nothing, so you don’t dictate to me or run the place. but she goes around laying down the law. I like her, don’t get me wrong, but in real life I just don’t see it happening. I mean she’s not really operating from a position of strengh????
I rolled my eyes so hard at the water thing. Such plot devices. I do think Madison and Taqa could be interesting as a team though if they’re co- running the place now. And then when/ if Daniel shows up, or Strand? That could be interesting. I want to see Alicia step up and take more role too.
Book Depository kinda rocks. I’ve ordered a few books there now and I’ve been pretty happy, that no shipping thing and the fact that I can get the UK copies… nice.
I have been basically dying for Panera all day, just so you know. Luckily I was too lazy to go for it, it’s like 30 minutes away, so laziness beat craving hah.
I can use “sympathy lactation” to mess with people. Like, a friend knows someone who had a baby? I’ll pretend it’s a real thing and freak them out! “Be careful holding that kid, sympathy lactation!”
Everything DOES come back around again, I don’t fully understand it- I remember when bell-bottom pants came back in the 90s and I was like “oh wow, that’s funny, because THIS crap we have won’t come back!” and of course I was wrong and now people look like they stepped out of Nirvana videos and such and I have no words. I LOVE the idea for a feature! And YES to people voting on it! Plus, you can make it so you only have choices of shit you’d actually want to see- you wouldn’t have to watch anything that you didn’t put in the poll to begin with!
And good, because I am looking forward to it too. Like a lot. Whenever it will be hah. I hope we get to go to ALA too, but I am trying to not be too sad if it falls through? Though I will be, but I can pretend haha. And not only would you get to live vicariously through the pictures (and the inevitable video I’d have to take of our little Cthulhu friends), but you’d get the added benefit of BOOKS! I do get what you mean about GenCon- it is nice to just be around people with the same interests doing stuff you like- plus who doesn’t like to get away for a few days? That is the best part for me with the bookish stuff, seeing people and just being away. But it IS expensive, which sucks- it’s always hard to justify spending a ton of money on just a couple days, ugh. And well- I can help look for sushi places of course! I feel like websites can tell you a lot about a restaurant- especially sushi (you know, if it’s legit, it has a decent looking website, if it’s gas station sushi, the place doesn’t even have an internet connection ?)
OH I feel you with missing events! I had been blogging for about a year, and apparently ALA was in Philly. I had NO IDEA, and suddenly saw every blogger within 200 miles at the damn event and was so mad at myself! I had no idea bloggers could attend! I googled “Ohio Book Convention” and do you know what the first page was? “Ohio Bigfoot Convention”. So… no books, but an entire event dedicated to Bigfoot? That is what we are working with in Ohio, I guess. Such a useless state. This year IS a really tough year for book stuff. Midwinter is in DENVER, which I will never get, and New Orleans, while fun, isn’t the easiest to get to. Philly is definitely close to me- about 2 hours- but yeah, 2020 is a long way away. I wonder where BEA will be next year? Not that I plan on giving them my money, it’s in NY this year, again only like 2 hours, but NOPE. I’d literally rather fly to NOLA.
Right, it freaks me out sometimes how much it seems to know about me! But yeah, how creepy is that? The article had to say “mutation” because obviously “Cthulhu takeover of Earth” would lose them credibility. The cloning thing IS creepy because how even? I don’t like that. Things shouldn’t be able to clone themselves. Even humans. Especially humans. Omg what did i just watch!? Those… “Tribbles”… do they have faces? They looked like large balls of dryer lint or something. I DIED at the actors all trying to keep straight faces too. Especially when a tribble came popping out bwhahha. I have no idea what happened, but it was entertaining. And I’d prefer those little fluffballs to the beady-eyed Cthulhu any day!
HA I was always pretty convinced as a kid that stuffed animals had feelings. So I don’t even doubt this plan for global domination. I bet they do all the same shit to humans that humans do to them- like rip stuffing out of them, chew on them, maybe they will even like, wrestle humans into obedience and make them bedtime companions… ?
You have never seen a CSI!? But how!? They’re everywhere! I only liked the original, and only while the original cast was there. I adored their banter and such. Plus Las Vegas is such a perfect setting for a crime scene show!
HA “masters of shipping”, I love it! So true! No, I never noticed anything between them- almost like they just shoved them together for added drama. It felt a little awkward. They should have tried Dork Dude and Emilio! THAT would have been a ship I could get on board with! I think that was it- even more than he liked Clare, he didn’t like the idea of one of “his” group members being with Bender. What an ass. You’re definitely right about the Xbox- and no one at Walmart likes him because he thinks he is better than everyone, only those Walmart employees are paying their bills, meanwhile Emilio makes his mom pack him a lunch every day. And then yeah, shitty drive thru food on his way home- and doesn’t even offer Mom any! What a piece of shit. He doesn’t even know how to do his own laundry.
“Ragarin”, I DIED. Especially since we don’t know for sure that it’s even Zeke, Ragarin works! And yeah, that’s the perfect way to describe Bellamy! Like, Harper was one of his underlings, so was Murphy so Emori is by association… but with Clarke obviously they were equal leaders, and same with Echo really. So it works. Even if I hate it. OH did you see this!? https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/961429918167941120 RUDE! I had already memorized them all!
Well, Anya was shifty in The 100 at first too. Actually, I thought she walked toward Clarke at that first meeting like she didn’t know how. Some kind of baby foal taking its first incompetent steps or something. What episode are you on now? I’d say if you’re halfway, might as well finish it? Because I feel like it might bug you if you don’t hahah.
Yeah none of the location stuff makes sense- I really want to know how this Morgan dude gets there, too. I mean- Ofelia made it like, 20 feet into the desert, and someone’s telling me this dude huffed it from Virginia? Nope not buying it, he must have taken a plane, a train, driven, Idk, but he didn’t walk across a country full of zombies.
And I think you are right about the Abigail/Cosmonaut connection, I just didn’t get it? I was having trouble figuring out what the hell Vladimir was even saying (idk what his name is, I just made that up). I’m with you, I’d have gone back to see in a heartbeat. Who even cares if you just float around for awhile?
I was really confused about the Dante thing too. Unless no one really liked him anyway and didn’t really give a shit? That was all I could come up with. What exactly happened to Lola, anyway? What was she shot with? I didn’t understand. And YEP letting Troy go was stupid. I mean, in the history of every show and movie and book, “exiling” a character equates to “character will be back in three episodes/chapters/whatever”. Like had they killed Troy from the START, none of the shit would have even happened, everyone would have been sitting on the ranch, bored but alive. And I think Madison kind of saw some of Nick in Troy? Hence why she’d never kill him. And Troy knew that, which is why he wanted Madison along for the ride. But it was so anticlimactic at the end! (For now hah) I totally agree about Madison’s “leadership” making no sense. Well- except for Taqa. I think Taqa likes to listen to her more because he just hates Otto and his family that much, but everyone else? NOPE don’t get it. But yeah, Taqa could have easily just eliminated them all! So weird. Especially since he wasn’t opposed to it before- he was shooting down helicopters, scalping old men, but now he’s got sudden morals?
Oh can I just say how pleased I am that I was right about Daniel Dam? But then less pleased with the writers, because if I am figuring out your big plot twists, something is wrong haha. Of all the damn places to find Strand, too, a freaking bazaar!? Where the hell was that anyway? Looked like a sports arena or something? I tried to look it up but I guess I was the only one who cared. Anyway, so random! I kind of love the Madison-Strand-Taqa trio though. I get my feels from Madistrand’s friendship, and then Taqa’s there with the sarcasm and lack of fucks to give about either of them hah. I think Alicia definitely needs a bigger role- she makes the most sense as a leader of someone, too. She hasn’t done anything bad to either side!
Book Depository is the best! It’s sometimes even cheaper than Amazon, because no sales tax either. AND it qualifies for cash back from ebates! So i mean, it’s a win. I just wish it didn’t take so long for stuff to get here, but as long as you’re not in a hurry, it’s awesome!
Ha sorry! I want Panera now too if I’m being honest. Mmm soup and crusty bread. Mine. I have one like 10 minutes away but I don’t g that much, probably due to the cost. Love it there though!
LOL that would be awesome! Cause probably a LOT of people don’t know that it’s not possible? I still wanna know where atwood was going with that. Or maybe I don’t. I just like saying it too- sympathy lactation. Just rolls off the tongue.
True about the poll! I AM IN CHARGE (he says in stentorian tones). Although… heh with my track record it’s possible that the voters will be like what is this shite he is asking me to vote for lol? Like when you see a poll on a blog and recognize none of the books, or hated several of them, and you’re like I’m just going to vote for thr fuck of it but I don’t really care. Not that I do that, mind you, and especially not on your polls, but have I done it? Well maybe once or twice. On Twitter. But it definitely has possibilities. It’s also possible that I’ve begun compiling a list of worthy movies but I’ll confirm or deny nada.
Ooh I am here for your cthulhu investigation! Nice. Just be careful. they’re tricky little cosmic horrors you know, not to be trifled with. 🙂 And books! You know you don’t have to do that, but I do appreciate the sentiment! Maybe just one or two. :):) Good point BTW about restaurant websites- I always look askance at a place that doesn’t have a website. And I will defer to your wisdom if you happen to see a place you like- because let’s face it you know your sushi apparently. And I clearly do not! I’ll look for some too and run em by you, you probably know some do’s and don’ts as far as that goes.
Ohio clearly has issues. Bigfoot convention?? Wow, okay scratch Ohio basically. We’re gonna find something though dammit. You know I looked up BEA really quick and couldn’t FIND a 2019 venue. I mean I didn’t look really hard but still… they irritate me already! I did see some bloggers talking C2E2 though and that reminded me of it- I wasn’t going to mess with that but I dunno, it’s in Chicago so it’s close to me obviously, and they have a few authors I guess. Veronica Roth and Raina Telgemeier I recognize, and some comics people, but nothing like BEA obviously. And it’s not really a book event. Oh and Kristen Simmons I guess too, as I flip back and forth… ooh Ricky Whittle is gonna be there too. Not that I care since he’s not on The 100 anymore, but… looks like it’s $75 for a 3 day pass. Cheaper than GenCon I guess… we need to find something in PA too so you don’t always have to drive all over fucking creation lol.
Yeah I like tribbles. Although they seem to eat a lot. But they make a nice trilling sound and might be pleasant to hang with, who needs a white noise machine when you can strategically place tribbles at various points in your sleeping area? They’re probably cat bait though, and predation would likely happen in the middle of the night while I slept blissfully through it. Trilling at bedtime, ominous silence in the morning lol.
I like it! Just like some snotty kid strangling their cat out of “love”, I can see some Cthulhoid thing lovingly squeezing the bejesus out of some hapless human. Oops.
I never have. Wasn’t interested I guess? I’m kind of a TV snob, in that I don’t normally watch network TV- or at least I didn’t before I started watching the CW. But a lot of the popular shows I’ve never seen. Stuff like Friends or Seinfeld, which were all the rage- never saw ’em. Netflix though and all the sci fi shows changed all that- now I binge like a mofo, as you’ve no doubt noticed!!
* singing We are the masters of the universe- isn’t that how it goes? That Highlander song from a few weeks back. Okay never mind* Ha though mom packs his lunch kills me. Fucking lazy ass Emilio har! He probably treats her poorly too, like his dad did. And he won’t even share his Taco Loco- although maybe that’s a good thing. Still, he’s douche material. And the downstairs is a fucking mess cause he lives down there, so nuff said. Momma Emilio just pretends there IS no basement, she’s written it off.
Ragarin *pats self on back* I did rather like it. 🙂 And yeah it covers anybody who’s on that ship. And oh my gosh no I did not see that! Okay that IS rude, they’re just playing games now. Not cool. But… that Unity Day article is AMAZING! Wow some nice clues there too, including that Gaia was at Unity Days (guess we ARE going to see her again???). And the hypable one I have to read. Now I’m getting excited!!
And yeah anya was shifty. I hope to like her more in AC if she takes more of a role. And yeah I’ll finish it, just… whenever lol.
Exactly. You’re just by definition gonna get less zombs out at sea, you know? They’re not gonna swim or walk THAT far out, right? I’d have liked to see them go up the coast towards Oregon and WA, maybe eventually Vancouver? With the goal of finding refuge maybe in the north , which is less populated?
Exactly about Taqa. They obviously want us to like him but yeah the old man scalping was kinda gross, and shooting down the chopper… that killed Travis so I don’t know how Madison, who seems pretty vengeful, is gonna forgive THAT. Interesting to see if Taqa makes it through the season? As for Lola, I got the impression someone threw a rock, but not sure.
Ooh strand is with Madison now? I haven’t watched 10 yet, I’m assuming that’s where it happens? Ooh I gotta watch it tonight lol. I like Madistrand too, they were a great team at the hotel and I want more! Strand can be pretty slickster so he and Taqa ought to be interesting! And I think Alicia definitely needs a bigger role, although it’s hard I guess not to have her steal Madison’s thunder if she does. Still, we have a new season to look forward to and with Morgan coming it should be interesting (even if I’m not a fan of his).
Yes I can’t believe how cheap BD is. I got Extinction Trials I think it was for like $8 or something crazy. The only downside is the wait, true, but yeah if it’s not urgent it’s a good deal.
It’s probably for the best that it’s far away for me. Because it is so easy, and I don’t even have to talk to humans to order, I’d probably go way more often than I should hah.
HA can you imagine all the horrified people? And seriously, I DO want to know where she was going with it- because there are a lot of possibilities, but since she never explained any of it…. who knows? Hell, maybe Atwood herself thinks it’s a real thing? Maybe there’s something wrong with her and it DID happen, and she just thought it was normal? That’s my new favorite theory.
Well I have absolutely no question done that on polls- and I have even flat out encouraged people do it on mine, so… I mean, sure they may not know what you are talking about, but people love clicking on shit, so they will vote. I’ve never come across a poll I haven’t voted on, even if I’ve never heard of any of the crap. YESSS a list! That is so fun! I am trying to think of what movies I liked from back in the day, but you know I am a huge movie fail. My favorite movies were The Mighty Ducks bwhaha. D2 specifically. Other than that I am probably of no help. I WILL vote though of course 😀
I will try to be careful, but I suppose if I eat one of the cthulhu it might possess my body and/or mind afterward, so you may never know. And I know I don’t *have* to get you books, but I want to! If I go, of course haha. Oh right, if a place has no website in 20freaking18, I am wondering what its problem is. There’s no excuse- even if the owners are old and confused, I am sure they have staff who isn’t. See, now the pressure is too high, because if you hate sushi AND the place I choose, talk about an epic failure on my part! ? And I don’t know if I even DO know sushi that well? I mean, I am picky sometimes myself, but I will try my best!
Ohio is such a disappointment. If we could just push it out of the way, everything would be better. Plus, 4 less hours to drive, woo! Yeah, BEA doesn’t have a 2019 location yet! It’s so weird- they seem to throw everything together at the last minute, and then wonder why it’s continually a shitshow. I saw C2E2 in my searches too! Because I guess closest thing to Ohio too? Look- I am always going to care about Ricky Whittle, because Lincoln, but also, Ricky Whittle. It’s funny, quite a few YA authors, I see! I bet it’s a good location for any who live in the midwest! Events in PA are virtually non-existent, and the reason is, New York. Like, it’s about 2 hours from me, and like- 2 hours is nothing, but it’s just a pain in the ass to get there? The bus wasn’t bad when I went but I also like the freedom of driving. But like- if you ever DID want to come to this area, NYC has ALL the things obviously! (I will say- the one cool thing about living here is that I am within driving distance to a LOT of cities. Even if this actual area has nothing haha.)
Oh i LOVE the idea of my very own White Noise Tribbles! I am such a fan of white noise- I honestly don’t know how I survived before I knew it was a thing. AW I am picturing the poor little tribbles, after lulling you to sleep, being devoured by your cat, and that just seems so sad! I mean, they basically worked until their last breath (do they breathe? I have no idea.)
BWHAHHA yes- This is so disturbing but YEP- drooling all over their human, then rolling over it in their sleep. They wake up, and the human is lying akimbo on the floor. They kick it out of the way as they head to the bathroom, then pick it up and toss it back on the bed. Shove it in their overnight bag when they visit other cthulhus. That cthulhu’s dog gnaws at the human. Slobbers. The cthulhu throws their human away, goes to Target to get a newer, fluffier human.
Okay CSI I might be able to understand, but HOW have you avoided Friends!? Like you have NEVER seen it ever? Because I am actually impressed if you have literally never seen it. I did not like Seinfeld either. My parents watched it so sometimes I did by default but I never found it funny. Friends though… I love Friends! And now I guess you have to be less of a TV snob because you’ve binged your way through all the things 😀
HA I had to listen to the Highlander thing again- Princes of the Universe, I think? And YES, he treats her like crap because his dad did- no one broke the cycle, so sad. His dad is dead, by the way- drank himself into liver failure. Emilio’s mom tried to get him on the donor list, but the guy was such an ass and refused to stop drinking so… no new liver for you. Anyway, that’s why Mrs Emilio allows Emilio to walk all over her- she doesn’t know any other way. So sad. She definitely pretends the basement doesn’t exist- she went down there once and still has nightmares.
Ugh, I hope these Gagarin people are not too hard to handle. It’s tough when they introduce a whole new group at once. Even with Mt Weather, they really only introduced Dante and Maya- because everyone else was basically supposed to be bad guys. Oh yes, Gaia is definitely involved in this season! And I think they should write a NEW article speculating which of the titles is fake. Because UGH. I hope it was one of the boring ones! Like “Eden”. And not one of the cool ones like Sic Semper Tyrannis or Damocles! I am getting excited too but this hiatus… it is even dampening MY enthusiasm, and I didn’t think that was possible?
YES I mean, how can they even swim? Their motor skills seem very rudimentary. They can’t even open doors and shit except with brute force, so how are they swimming? I think the boat was the way to go, but apparently some Russian guy disagreed, so here we are. And YES- Jake even mentioned the Pacific NW in the last episode I watched (12) but now… how could anyone go, their boat is ash? Speaking of Episode 12, I have Thoughts. Mostly of “come on, people, that is stupid and NO ONE is that stupid” but… I’ll wait for you to get there!
Taqa… I don’t know what to make of him. Sometimes he seems stubborn beyond reason, sometimes he seems like he is actually somewhat sensible, sometimes he seems like he is two different dudes, basically. I am wondering if he’ll make it through the season too. Lola is starting to piss me off too. Why is everyone so dumb?!
YES I hope you watched 10 last night! Madistrand is such friendship goals, I teared up again at those two. I love it. Part of me is sad that he’s gay and they can’t fall in love, but… they do work really well as friends, so I can’t complain. You get LOTS more Madistrand in the next couple episodes, so enjoy! They are the best team ever, IMO. Taqa has NO time for Strand though! It’s funny, really. Alicia kind of gets a bigger role in the next couple episodes, too. I don’t know if it will last, but for now she does. I seriously don’t know how I am going to go from binging it to watching every week only, so sad!
YEP I love how cheap paperbacks especially are from BD. It’s a great way to buy adult books too, when the price discrepancy between hardcover and paperback is ridiculous. And I mean, is it ever actually urgent? Like sure I want to read it, but it isn’t as though I’ll run out of stuff to read in the meantime hahah.
If PAnera ever start delivering I’m doomed.
Yeah that should be explained… no question. I mean if you’re gonna have a bunch of handmaids spontaneously lactating all over the place, it’s frankly irresponsible not to explain this phenomenon. We want to know! Well, kinda.
Oh I’m glad I’m not the only one. You’re right, it’s like compulsive. Ooh a poll- I must click. Don’t know any of the choices? So what lol? Must.click. 🙂 Can you believe I’ve never seen a Mighty Ducks movie? For some reason I want to think Emilio was in one- is that right? IDK why…
Yeah you might become like a sleeper Cthulhu agent! Best avoid seafood entirely down there… but since we know that won’t happen, at least be careful. If it doesn’t look right pass it by ha ha. And look no pressure- if I don’t like sushi then I don’t but I won’t blame you, and trying new things is good so honestly… it’s fine. 🙂 And it’s probably going to be yummy AF anyway, I’ll just make sure I order something a tad spicy and I’ll be fine! But I’ll look at places and send you a link if they look promising.
Ohio’s a joke and should be pushed aside, I agree. They’re just in the way. Plus, it’s… Ohio. And C2E2 does look like it might be kinda fun… you are close to a lot of stuff, true. NYC being two hours away would be awesome! Do you go a lot? Although I’ve heard bed bugs are terrible there so I’d be afraid to stay in a hotel! I was reading an article once and NYC was one of the worst places… but Chicago was pretty bad too. I guess if you wash all your shit in super hot water when you get home that kills em… hopefully. Realistically though you can run into that anywhere nowadays. Anyway… lol I think of these things…
I want tribbles. But yes white noise- I’ve gotten used to it too. I like having a fan on if it’s super hot in the summer, and even in winter there’s a little fan or machine going. Tribbles though need a defense mechanism to fend off the cats. I don’t know what it would be- any ideas? Maybe a bunch of spikes shoot out when they’re bothered- that would be some serious indigestion. Or they taste really bad…
Ooh maybe their trillig naturally repels predators. Cha- ching.
Oh my gosh being crushed by a tentacled monstrosity in the night! After being slobbered over by the damn thing… and then the dog get a turn. *sigh* Probably there are limbs missing too, because Chtulhu after all. I mean it has to eat stuff. And of course the human is insane by this point because isn’t that a Cthulhu thing- going nuts? I love the idea of octopoids going to Target though to replenish their humans. Nice. Or Walmart if they are on, you know, the budget plan. The Trump supporters are at Walmart but don’t taste as good. 🙂
I’ve seen like parts of Friends, naturally, but to actually sit down and watch a whole episode. I don’t think I have! Not because I didn’t like it, I just never… did? Weird. I know. But I did actively avoid network TV. Even tonight- the opening ceremonies were on and NBC of course had wall to wall commercials to the point where I couldn’t watch anymore. I know most normal people DVR so they don’t have to see commercials but I’ve never had DVR. Crazy though.
See it’s a catchy tune isn’t it? Um, maybe? *sheepish grin* but that’s awesome you went and listened to it. I’m such a bad influence. But yeah Emilio’s pop is history, exactly! Drinking problem *snorts big surprise there* And Emilio always said he’s never be like his dad but now he’s just as bad. Momma doesn’t even open the door to the basement anymore cause bong smoke will waft out into the kitchen and she doesn’t have any use for that. So much for the clean cut athlete kid…
Do not despair, my ardent 100 disciple!! The time approaches when once more life will have meaning, and we can tune into our favorite apocalyptic nightmare. But yeah this hiatus has been BRUTAL. Damn. That Hypable article had INFO, did you see that?? You probably know all this, but… I like the reference to a Sarah connor/ John Connor dynamic between Clarke and Madi (have you seen Terminator and T2?) A bill Cadogan reference (granted that’s just the article writer speculating wildly). Bellamy more pacifistic? I think we’ve talked about that one before, but IDK if that’s going to work for me. I’ll always kinda miss borderline asshole Bellamy, but at the same time people have to grow, right?? Harmon talking about chemistry between him and Raven? DAYUM that one’s huge! And some Harper/ Emori scenes? Hmmm….
Okay on to FTWD. I watched 10 and 11 today, and damn. Taqa is problematic- just when I start to like him he pisses me off again. So he’s gonna walk ALL the way back to the ranch, he threatened to throw Madison and her kids out of the ranch, but then she picks him up in the tanker and he smiles like it’s all better? Sure a tanker full of water would make anyone smile I guess, but still. Can’t figure him out. And frickin Strand- love him! He’s so slimy sometimes though- a fucking human weathervane, going wherever the wind blows! He and Mads have a connection though. And what’s up with that huge bazaar place? There are way too many humans still alive and just hanging out- I’m used to TWD where everyone’s pretty much dead and if you find a community it’s a big deal! Maybe Mexico is doing better with this zombie thingamajob. Where do they all get their guns, and apparently limitless ammo? I mean everyone everywhere has guns, the bazaar had dudes in like riot gear FFS. Lola was playing hardball and I didn’t get that. So many thoughts…
I thought it a little too convenient that Strand finds a way to blow up the one truck and then the deal gets done, just like that. Okaaay. But strand at the ranch should be entertaining. And it was a nice moment when Nick decides to help Alicia dig for water, and everyone puts down their guns and joins in. that was nice. And Daniel finally finding out where Ofelia is, and decides to stay with Lola? Didn’t get that. But in spite of all these gripes, I’m liking this season! This show is way better than TWD right now…
And I do love Madistrand. they’re the best. I’m gonna kinda miss the binge too, this is gonna be tough!
I still don’t get why Strand torched the boat, Russian dude aside. I miss the abigail.
I ummm may or may not be eating a sandwich from Panera right now ? My mom and I went and I had soup and then brought a sandwich home bwhahah. Oops?
HA, so true, we don’t KNOW if we want to know- depends on how weird the explanation is, I suppose. Actually, the weirder the better. It sounds like a horrible mess if you ask me. Being a handmaid is bad enough without extra bullshit, and spontaneous lactation sounds like the most extra bullshit of all. Not that anything about the task sounds super, let’s be real.
YES I always click! I often judge the books by the cover if none of them mean anything to me. No cover? Fine, I’ll just judge based on which title sounds the most entertaining. I am sad you have never seen a Mighty Ducks movie. They’re so ridiculous, yet so charming. And YEP, Emilio is the lead in all of them. Well, the first 2, and then he’s like… still in the 3rd one but not as much. I always hoped for a 4th one, even though the 3rd was silly, but then all the actors started to get famous, so it was a no-go. You should probably add it to your list so I can vote for it until it wins 😀
I mean, I will try to not be captured into the Cthulhu conspiracy cult, can’t make any promises of course. If they get me, well… I tried to resist.(But I probably didn’t try *that* hard, let’s be real ? I really think you will like sushi too. The only people I know who don’t like sushi are people who don’t really like fish or any kind of non-American food. I mean- especially the kinds that are legitimately just rice and fish, that is hardly scary! And yay, definitely do! You of course would know more about what is close and what is not close- I’d find some lovely choice two states over probably.
I don’t go to NYC a *ton*, just because it is so damn expensive. If you drive, parking fees are a beast, and then the bus is easier but more time consuming. I think the last time I was there was in 2015 for The Hunger Games Exhibition. Wow, that is kind of a long time ago! I actually considered going last year just to the BEA publisher parties but then I didn’t hah. I am going in April though, to see Hamilton! My parents go a couple times a year though. I mean, thank goodness we didn’t have any bed bug problems there- but in Chicago, we did! Actually- there is a whole big drama that surrounded that, another blogger had bed bugs and wanted to stay with us (and I mean, I was a resounding NO to that of course- she wasn’t happy, but sorry, I don’t want bed bugs- and why did she even think it’d be okay!?) but then when we got to the hotel (and it was a nice one- the Hyatt connected to the conference center) another group of bloggers went into their room and found bed bugs! I was not amused. So now I am one of those people who is super paranoid and checks the room with a flashlight because HELL NO. Talk about a nightmare no one needs.
SAME, I love when the AC is on in the summer! I used to be sad that I didn’t have central AC but I kind of like how noisy the window one is. I have two white noise machines too, because I start to like, become immune to them or something? I am still super confused about the anatomy of these tribbles. Do they clone themselves? Do they have faces? There should probably be a spinoff or something, I’d watch that. I bet they DO at least taste bad. Talk about a hairball.
I am dying at the thought of them sweeping humans into their cart. At Sam’s Club you can get your humans in bulk, and obviously you can find all the Republicans at Walmart- but they taste funny because they never bathe. If you go to a dollar store, you can get human knock-offs- they look like humans, but they just aren’t quite- their legs fall off and their skin is droopy. Maybe they play with humans like dolls- you know, set up your humans, brush their hair… I hope the Cthulhu have the motor skills for this, otherwise, such a waste.
Oh okay, as long as you have seen PARTS of Friends, because otherwise… well there IS no otherwise, there’s no way you could have missed it unless you’ve spend the past 20 years in a cave or something. Before I had a DVR I had an actual DVD recorder because I hated the commercials so much! The Olympics ones sound like they were a mess. That always pissed me off, too- especially when they cut into the actual event for commercials! Like hey, I was watching that!
Hahha you ARE a bad influence, my search history is probably like “wait what is she doing!?” ? Emilio is actually WORSE than his dad because at least his dad was able to afford to raise his dumb kid- Emilio can’t even pay rent for a studio! He’s definitely turned to drugs, no question. He still wears his high school letterman jacket, too. Still goes to the high school wrestling matches every week. So sad.
Yesss I suppose it will be here before we know it! The good news is, I now know how long it will take me to get over the eventual cancellation of the show- about 9 months, give or take. I need to read the Hypable article, actually! Wowwww, I am so glad I decided to read that, you weren’t kidding! I found this part VERY intriguing- “When we pick up with SpaceKru, we’ll see the “aftermath of their choices,'” Like damn! That sounds like there’s going to be a pretty great backstory! And Bellamy and Murphy being besties!?!? Love it! (And obviously, thank goodness for Murven chemistry!) Holy shit, “darker Niylah”!?!? And- “There is one scene in season 5 which was so horrific, it made almost all the actors inside the bunker sick.”– When they eat Jaha? (I really should not be so excited about that ?) OH and pacifist Bellamy- I think he isn’t going to be a pacifist, I think he is just going to be more… level headed. I hope. This is what I am telling myself, anyway. And the new people seem pretty fun too- I LOVE that they were at the convention just lurking around, I didn’t know that (what kind of The 100 disciple am I, missing info like this!?)
I cannot figure out Taqa either! He makes no sense! I get why the water would perk him up, but he was stupid to have left! Strand IS such a mess sometimes. You’ll see in episode 13, like what the HELL, Strand? But then… on some weird level, he still makes sense? Even when he’s wrong? The bazaar people are so…. well, bizarre hahha. (I had to 😀 ) And they’re real assholes too sometimes, which you’ll see more of. And I guess you saw how they “defend” the gates, with debtors? Yikes. They apparently only run out of ammo when it makes sense in the storyline (because they just did in Ep 13, and I rolled my eyes because they had PLENTY like, a day before.)
I was thinking that about Strand and the truck explosion too- but then… I really think Lola is THAT incompetent that she would have caved, tbh. And I think Strand knew that- one of his best traits is analyzing people. I LOVED when Alicia and Nick dug that water hole, it was really a great moment. Daniel and Ofelia…. no comment yet! And I agree- I LOVE this season, the whole show really!
Gah, I wish I knew which episode you were on because THOUGHTS. Okay, I am going to assume you have watched 12 at least? Or will be soon? So- why the hell is Nick so set on keeping Troy alive? At some point, it’s like, okay, dude is killing literally every human being you know, and yet… You still try to stop Jake from shooting him? WHY? Now Jake’s death is on YOU, Nick! I get not wanting to straight up execute Troy but at some point, you have to kill him! You know, or not and just let him live while everyone else dies. Ep 12 was kind of infuriating, but I thought 13 was really good. And I have thoughts about it too, naturally 🙂
What??? Oh my gosh I am swearing at you right now! Well not really, but… Panera. Yum. Good for you. 🙂 And since we apparently live in the arctic now their soup sounds sooo good.
Okay adding Mighty Ducks. what are they about, isn’t it hockey? And maybe I’ll add Tremors too, that’s another one where a fairly successful star- Kevin Bacon- sort of hammed it up. I’ve never seen them other than snippets but it looks ridiculous. Oh and Lake Placid! Killer croc! Definitely on the list. These movies are gonna SUCK.
Well here’s the thing. It might suck to be a cultist, but then again do they get the BEST seafood? I mean there have to be perks. Maybe all the sushi connoisseurs are really cultists? Oh and what even is American food? Like mashed potatoes or hot dogs or ??? Do you ever wonder that, like do we really have our own cuisine? And why is it that American food is like the kind that kills us? Like when Asian countries let fast food in their populations all balloon out too. I mean we kind of suck, at least in our food? I think it’s funny they say go Mediterranean, that and stuff like it are the best diets, and we’ve left all that behind. Pass the fries. 🙂
Ooh Hamilton! Yay! But bed bugs??? Gah! So glad you didn’t get ’em. And I feel sorry for that blogger, but yeah I would have to decline too, because no- I do NOT need that. And I check too. But what if you miss em? If I woke up itching or had that shit going on I would freak.
Yeah I need noise. I used to listen to like ambient music or new age music (stupid name for a genre of music, it’s not like everyone wh listens to it as a zen weirdo or anything) when I slept and it was cool- very relaxing. Or ocean waves and dolphins which is also super relaxing. Stop laughing, I’m liberal. lol But I don’t know what the deal is with tribbles! I don’t think they have faces. Clearly they eat grain, and multiply like nobody’s business, but how that happens *smirk* ???
Humans in bulk *snort* they DO have those extra size carts. Get in there human scum! And yeah they play with ’em- but it’s all a variation on carnage, like line up a bunch of randos in a line and then scoop them up to eat, or get a bucket and simulate a tidal wave, because you know waterlogged humans are squishier. they get quite creative. Maybe some they keep in a tank, too , like a terrarium, or simulate gladiator games by dumping humans in with snakes or something. Two enter, one leaves lol.
Yes that letterman jacket is his pride and joy. And he’s like the forty year old alumni who still go to EVERY Friday night football game. Cause what else does he have to do? All his friends have lives (you know, relatively) and are married or at least in relationships, but Emilio… not so much. There is this one girl who used to be a stripper, but she got sick of him, he’s too much of a lowlife for her. Even though she’s a druggie. It’s bad…
Right? Bell and Murph back together? Yay?? Darker Niylah *gulp* And a scene actually making them sick? I fear for Jaha. Beef- it’s what’s for dinner.
I haven’t watched 12 yet so I’m behind. Dammit! But from what you’re saying there’s some great fuckery ahead, so yay! Strand *shakes head* I’m so glad he’s back though. And ooh more stuff with the bazaar? Nice one, bTW. 🙂 I hope the bazaar gets overrun with Zombs. Isn’t that awful? You’d think I’d be rooting FOR humans, but really… I’m just rooting for certain ones! Do we think Taqa will make it through the season? What about Daniel?
Daniel and Ofelia… IDK what’s going to happen there. Clearly he doesn’t like Taqa using her as a soldier, and can’t blame him.
Ooh Troy’s back? Not a surprise though. I’m gonna try and watch 12 tonight and maybe more, so I can catch up. Ooh obviously shit goes DOWN- fuck the Olympics, I’m watching that NEXT.
Hahhah sorrryyy, had to. Can’t talk about Panera over the course of multiple days and NOT want to eat it! It was actually not super cold today, but then it started… sleeting or something equally disgusting so soup turned out to be a good call.
Oh my goodness, YES it is about hockey! There is an NHL team named after them, for goodness sake. (Yes, that’s right, NOT the other way around- the team is named after the movie hahah.) But it’s such a charming movie- especially the 2nd one. I cannot stress this enough, D2 is significantly better than the original. like this theme! Those other two sound seriously awful, though, you better hope everyone picks Mighty Ducks!
HA but do they let me eat the seafood if they ARE the seafood? I feel like the seafood is just a ruse to get humans in the door, right? Oh American food is just… fried “meat” and cheese I think? I was at Sam’s Club yesterday and they were giving samples of something called “Mac & Cheetos” which was quite literally macaroni and cheese with some sort of cheeto-fried crust? THAT is “American” cuisine. (Should have put “cuisine” in quotes too, basically.) I think American food, as far as the rest of the world is concerned, is yeah, hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, weird cold “salads” with mayonnaise…. I assume, anyway haha. Basically the Sonic menu. Seriously, other cultures definitely have better food- both nutritionally and otherwise.
Yeah, Hamilton should be fun! My parents got tickets for my birthday, and it’s happening soon! We won’t stay or anything so I guess no worries about bed bugs hah. But yeah, the whole thing was such a MESS. The weirdest thing was, so many other people didn’t even think it was *that* bad and I was like… you do understand bed bugs as a concept, right? That was a fight that I definitely was winning, because NOPE. UGH I am always so afraid that I’d miss it! And I don’t want to wash my shit in hot water, I don’t need a bunch of ruined clothes. I always freak out a little and think that everything is a potential bug when I first get home from a trip- like oh that little blue fuzz is obviously a bed bug, my life is now over.
Every time I hear New Age music I think of Enya and that one popular song she had in like, 2001. But yeah, I know what you mean! I think some of the ocean ones are calming, or the rain ones. I don’t like anything that chirps though. What happened to the music that you gave it up? I seriously wish I had known about white noise when I was in college and stuff! I mean, the tribbles are less fun if they don’t have faces. Because then… they’re just balls of… Idk, cells? That creeps me out, everything needs a face!
Bwhahha I suppose they enjoy using the squishy waterlogged ones as pillows? Maybe it’s like goldfish in a tank- they let us wander around, throw food in every so often, but mostly just use us as living room decor and occasionally a conversation piece. OH maybe some even grow to LOVE their human, and take them on as a real pet- leash them, walk them, let them pee in the park, whatever. See, the Cthulhu are evolving as a species! Soon they won’t even make us behead each other in arenas for sport!
Oh he obviously goes to football games- even sneaks beer in like a 17 year old. And yeah, his friends have mediocre lives but compared to his… amazing. Candi is of course the one who got Emilio hooked on meth (you KNOW it’s meth) but then she left him when he got too needy. She also didn’t love that he had to ask his mom permission before she could come over. She’d have him at her place, but she lived with 4 other girls from “the club” in a two-bedroom apartment.
I hope Bellamy and Murphy are more like equals this time around. Last time Murphy was like Bell’s lackey or something. No wonder he got so pissed. But I am glad the fences are mended. Seriously, isn’t Niylah supposed to be the one bright spot in the damn apocalypse? Now SHE’s darker too!? But from the sound of it, the bunker has been the WORST place to be the past 6 years (that explains why they eat Jaha!) so maybe that is why everyone is such a mess. I am morbidly fascinated by the psychological impact of the bunker and I can’t wait to see how they handle it. It must be so freaking disgusting down there blehhh.
WHAT!? You haven’t even watched 12!? Killing me. You’re killing me! I am really glad Strand is back- I don’t know why I am so in love with the Madistrand/Taqa trio and their Aventuras Para Agua, but I just am. I wonder if the bazaar is going to play a bigger role. I kind of hope not but… well you’ll see. I think Daniel WILL make it through the season. And Taqa… I am on the fence. I thought maybe but… I kind of hope he does make it. I cannot take the whole Daniel-Strand fighting, Madison stepping in the middle thing for too long.
I just finished 14, and it was… weird. And a little confusing. And super gross. But now everyone is acting like fools, Strand is back to his old shenanigans- and he isn’t the only one regressing. Like when Troy is sounding reasonable, it’s time to reevaluate. But I can’t say anything else because of spoilers.
YESSS catch up! I mean, sure the Olympics only happen every two years but… okay fine, I can’t be that selfish, you can watch the Olympics, and I will just wait patiently for you to catch up. But don’t the good events usually end early, and you’re left with like, the made up sports by the end? I will probably finish S3 tonight (sobs) and then I will just wait like a nice human until you are ready to discuss 😀
Hey you gotta do what you gotta do, and sometimes that’s Panera lol.
So the Ducks are named after the MOVIe? Wow… had no clue. I don’t know though, Lake Placid is pretty good. I mean, this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTMVpuLIp18
Come and get it!!!
Good point. They might let you eat some seafood- like the lesser creatures, low on the totem pole- to lure you in. Once you’re a cultist… maybe not. OR- you get MORE seafood, cause in their world the stronger prey on (eat) the weaker. It’s the way of things you know. It’s a squid eat squid world for Cthulhuists. And mac and Cheetos- that is what’s wrong with America. A culture that produces that produces Trump, basically. The Sonic menu lol. Only in America do you get places like Get-Em-N-Go. Cause give me shit food and give it to me FAST .
Yeah bed bugs- there is no middle ground. I’d probably throw all my shit out if I stayed somewehre that had em. Like I read once that they’re a bitch to get rid of if you bring em home. Ugh no thanks. But that’s so cool you’re going to Hamilton!
Ooh rain- I like those and thunderstorms too. Or even loons- seriously I listened to loons on a northern lake once and it was super relaxing. But the sound of rain on the roof- love it. And IDK why I stopped! I was just wondering that the other day. Because it totally works! But there is so much cool “new age” or ambient music out there it’s amazing.
Yes there are a wide range of Cthulhuesque owners. Some do grow attached to their slaves, clearly. Drop a few flakes of food in every so often, forget about them when they go on vacation so when they come back the fucking thing is starving (oops), you know. The usual. But every once in a while there’s that enlightened squid thing that actually cares about their human. Which maybe is MORE horrifying? Dogs are happy though right? Mostly? I suppose human pets can grow to be happy as well…
“Candi” lol. Love it. Yeah her friends/ roommates hate him too. They know he’s trash.
Yeah the bunker… if we had any doubts, that picture of bloodstained Olivia should banish them. Maybe she’s trying out for a spot on FTWD, she wants to follow Lexa.
Okay I’m through 14 now. Caught up!! And I have SO many thoughts, oh my gosh. First- how did the fucking horde get to the ranch before Nick and Troy in their truck? Even if they were fucking around taking their sweet time. I love how hordes are slow until the writers need em to be fast lol. And why would the ranchers lock themselves in a pantry with no way out? They had plenty of time to set up an evac plan as a plan B? And even if they didn’t, just retreat. It’s not like there’s a mountain behind em- just leave and outrun em, it’s not hard FFS. But… it sure was a convenient way to get rid of the whole ranch, no? Bye everybody!
And oh my gosh Troy cracked me up when they were running over zombies! He was laughing his ass off and so was I! I wanna do that! Too fun. Although getting trapped in a helicopter- you know Nick and Troy are a couple of dumb shits. Nick shoots a grenade as a “distraction” but then they gun the engine and drive right into em, kinda nullifying the distraction. And promptly get trapped. Remind me to never need them as rescuers???? I did enjoy using the rotors to chop up zombs though.
I love how everyone has unlimited gas too. Like Alicia decides to leave and no one worries about her gas supply. And why the fuck *sputters* is she leaving? Because some old cow told her not to make decisions based on fear? See that’s what wrong with this show (and TWD). Too much talk. All that time in the pantry with Alicia and the old bim, and now she’s gonna go solo? That is SO dumb. So now we’re BACK to the dam *sigh*
And they killed Ofelia??? Wow. I’m for it though, she was annoying. And to do it like thirty seconds before Daniel arrives- man that was cruel. I’m so pissed at strand right now- you KNOW he did something. The bazaar really irritates me too. Although I do kinda like that bitchy clerk who takes the payment? But this season is so effed up I love it! Oh and a zombie in the ball pit?? Best EVER.
Nick taking the drugs… hate. Him and Troy fucking around at the bazaar is just bad news. I hope they both die, honestly.
I don’t even know about the Olympics, like if it was summer I’d be streaming online and obsessed, but with the winter it’s just kinda meh. Like if I see downhill or moguls or ski jumping I’m there, but everything else is just sorta on in the background. I don’t care about figure skating or luge or whatever the fuck . So… two to go!!! What are we gonna do when it’s over? At least there’s only two months to wait. You know though, with Fear and The 100 both coming back in April? It’s gonna be like the best month ever.
Betty White feeding a cow to a crocodile in MAINE? There are so many things wrong with that sentence that I don’t even know where to start. Okay, how about… why is it called Lake Placid if it isn’t set in actual Lake Placid? And are crocodiles even a thing in Maine? And why is Betty White feeding cows to it!? I am so confused.
Bwhahah “squid eat squid world”! I mean, I guess if I am being fed, I couldn’t complain *too* much? UGH so true, we should have seen the writing on the wall with Trump and Mac & Cheetos. Actually- it is funny that you said that, because in my mind, Trump and fast food DO go hand in hand… because of THIS: https://www.mediaite.com/tv/watch-the-long-lost-donald-trumps-house-of-wings-sketch/ Scroll to the second video. You’re welcome. And also, how are we actually living in the apocalyptic nightmare where this guy is somehow the leader of the free world?
Oh bed bugs are HELL if you were to get them! While doing my homework for this situation (and I did a LOT of it) I found out how bad it was. I even spoke to the aunt of another blogger who had them- the blogger put us in touch- and she said it cost her over $35K and she is still in therapy 6 years later, it was THAT traumatizing. Because you can’t like, even GO places because you could infect others! Clearly, this other person didn’t seem to be bothered by that- even went to BEA anyway! And yeah, you’d have to throw everything away- anything that can’t be washed has to go. Which means Every. Last. Book. Can you even!?
I won’t lie, thunderstorms freak me out. But just rain is nice! That’s so funny that you randomly stopped- especially if it was working! I haven’t the faintest idea what a loon sounds like but now I am curious! I feel like finding white noise somewhere is probably a good call- I have actual machines that I drag around with me wherever I go, because apparently I forgot that the internet exists 😀
Aw sad, do we float to the top of the bowl when our Cthulhu neglects us? I won’t lie, I could get used to the nice Cthulhu owner. I mean, cats and dogs and such DO seem happy. They get fed and cuddled and played with, and then they sleep whenever they want. They now have a huge social media presence, so really how much would even change?
HA Octavia would do very well on FTWD I think. She’d outwit any of them, that’s for sure. Jason said this yesterday: “Robert McCreary played by @WilliamMiller got a name change. He is now known as Paxton “Graveyard” McCreary” Um, his new name is EPIC. Like, Robert McCreary is whatever buy GRAVEYARD McCreary!? Sign me the hell up!
Yayayay that you are caught up! Okay. So. I think that Troy had been kind of…. creating a path for them beforehand- so they kind of just kept going? I didn’t honestly get why the ranchers didn’t run too. I mean- that whole RV setup? Stupidest idea EVER. They could have done literally ANYTHING else and not died! Because like you said, had they ran, they’d have lost them, and then could have just double-backed. The pantry… also not great, though in fairness, they also didn’t know there would be no air. That was just… bad luck. The people who died in the pantry, who were basically euthanized, they were somehow the worst ones of the show so far. I think because they knew, they were so scared. Reminded me of one of the cullings, tbh. I don’t know why but wow, they seemed awful to me. I actually liked Alicia with the old lady, but I didn’t like it as just stupid plot fodder. I hoped it’d help her get over Jake’s death or something, not lead her to sheer dumbassery.
Troy WAS funny when they were running them over. I mean, in a sick and twisted way, but still! And yeah, WHY did they go into the helicopter?! It made no sense, as usual. And what are the chances that Madistrand, Taqa, and a couple guns just happened to pop in at that exact time? And Alicia was the ONLY survivor in the pantry? Why? Is she part unicorn or something? And yeah the gas thing is pretty stupid. Especially because pumps are all electronic now, so how the hell would that have worked? #PlotHoles
Ofelia needed to go, she had no story left. Actually, did she even have one to begin with? That was AWFUL that she didn’t get to say goodbye to Daniel though. I do applaud the realism, but come on. Rude. Strand… Strand just got so many people killed. And for WHAT!? HA that bitch at the payment counter at the bazaar IS funny, I hope she comes back around. The drugs though… the FUCK? I mean, okay you want to have a good time, pop a goddamn pill or smoke something, why are you turning to CANNIBALISM, Nick? That was such a random and off-putting plot point, I don’t even understand why it happened.
So I thought 15 was absolute crap. A complete filler episode to lead to a whole bunch of really dumb plot conveniences. 16, on the other hand, was AWESOME. I cried. Well- more like sobbed. And the worst part is….. well you’ll see how it freaking ends, like we need to be tortured until April. I can’t wait to talk about them though!!
I feel the same about the Olympics- except I don’t even care about those couple of things. I liked figure skating when I was younger, but lost interest. And like- I don’t DO snow sports. I don’t ski, it seems bad, it killed Sonny Bono. I am uncoordinated and I mean, it could kill me too. It WOULD kill me too. But seriously, what ARE we going to do now?!?! I woke up with a terrible show hangover, so we better think of something else to watch! So yeah- Fear, The 100, AND Handmaid’s Tale come back in April. So that’s definitely pretty epic!
Betty White is the shit! Just that look on her face as she turns away… I mean it’s the best. Although I didn’t know it was in Maine? And as to why she’s doing it- you have to WATCH! lol But she is seriously the best part of that movie.
Oh my gosh that video. and that yellow suit- hurt my eyes. What a clown. They say he loves his fast food too- eats McDonald’s like it going out of style. And you know, the squids might not be all bad, as cults go. I mean if the cuisine is good… ??
I would probably nuke the house and move on. I’ve heard the same thing, it’s WAY expensive and then sometimes extermination doesn’t even work, cause they can hide anywhere. Oh my gosh that would SUCK. I mean you gotta sleep, and if you get bit in your sleep… ugh fuck that. Somewhere I read that bed bugs came back because certain insecticides were banned- I don’t know, and I’m as environmental as the next person, but when it comes to that, I say bring back whatever the fuck poison you need and eradicate them. I don’t even care.
Loons are kinda cool. I mean you hear them and it’s like you’re in the middle of northern Minnesota or something, you know? Although after a while they might drive you nuts. Rain is better. 🙂 And I hear you on thunderstorms, I mean I like em to listen to but when all that lightning is all over the place lighting up the house I’m like um calm the fuck down? Please don’t zap me into oblivion? so yeah… and there is so much stuff on Youtube now, a lot of the ambient music I’ve recently discovered I’ve found there. Balligomingo is a group I really like, some of it has guest vocals but a lot is ambient. And they have different styles. Silk Road by Kitaro is good stuff too.
Cats and dogs do have it pretty good. I hope our owners are not too neglectful! I want one who gives me pizza occasionally, or chinese food. You know, just set the plate down, I’ll do the rest. Don’t skimp on it FFS! Give me two or three pieces, you know? It’s not like squids probably eat pizza anyway, right? They can just order it for us humans. And as long as they let us read it can’t be all bad?? I wonder if we have to go live in the ocean though. Or the bayou.
“Graveyard” McCreary? Well THAT sounds ominous. Sounds to me like season 5 is gonna be a bloodbath. We might have to place bets before the season starts on who’s gonna buy it . I fear there is more sadness and death in our 100 future… 🙁
Yeah the pantry thing was problematic. Because you know there’s no way out. Last place I’d go. You can basically outrun the zombs unless you fall so … outrun em lol. You know? But it DID serve the purpose of killing everyone so there’s that! No more ranch. But it kills me that Troy and Nick were apparently a few miles up the road when they found the horde, they struggle with Jake a bit, and then as they head back the horde is AT the ranch. I was like plot speed!!! 🙂 And I felt SO bad for alicia in the pantry. How awful it would be t ohave to kill all those people. Dang.
Yeah I loved Alicia’s Last stand but I did roll my eyes a bit when the cavalry showed up just in the nick of time. Although I was getting a little worried for her there! Clearly dumb shits Nick and Troy weren’t going to be much help! I’m telling you as whacked as she occasionally is, Madison is the only one who gets things done.
Bye bye Ofelia. Yeah they never did anything with her. Best to cut her loose. I hope Daniel is next, although TBH he does bring a ruthless kind of charm to the show. And Strand… sigh. I like him but man he causes trouble. This is not gonna end well. And Nick- that whole thing when he drank a gland??? You know it’s bad when Troy is like the voice of reason. I kinda hate Nick right now.
So I have not watched 15 or 16 yet, but damn. Sounds like 16 is HEAVY. And I’m resigned to there being a cliffie, although it’s gonna be a tough 2 months. I need to watch em!!!!
I’m taking April off from blogging for shows. Well not really, but you know- it’s going to be a fricking binge fest and I can’t wait! Actually it won’t be because weekly. Ugh. Have you watched Riverdale lately? I missed last week and have heard nothing. I suppose I should catch up… and I need to start watching some of these movies I’m going to review. O.o
Oh no question, any movie/show/whatever is better with Betty White in it! And the only reason I knew it was in Maine was because I had to google it- to see if that water animal was an alligator or crocodile, because who can tell really? And when it said “fictional Maine town” as the setting.. I got even more confused instead of less. You know, I’d say there is no WAY I’d be watching this nonsense but… you might be able to win me over with Betty White, honestly.
I must have seen that sketch 30 times, until it went “missing”. Like- I didn’t even hate him back then because I didnt care enough about him TO hate him? He was just some random old rich guy, and he was making fun of himself on SNL, which I can always get on board with. Can you imagine going back in time, and telling the people in 2004 that THIS was going to be the endgame? BWAHAH they’d have called the psych ward!
Seriously, I think you’d basically have to just give up, right? (Your neighbors may not love the nuking idea, however. “Excuse me, I need to institute Praimfaya to take care of these bugs, thanks.”) I have heard the same about extermination, too. What the hell do you even DO? I didn’t know that about the insecticides, but YEP, I am 100% on board with Team Poison. Like I would straight up give up a few weeks of life to live in a world without bed bugs. I didn’t know they were ever close to being gone, either- I guess I thought I just hadn’t paid enough attention before hah.
Okay, I caved and googled the loon sound. And… really, those guys!?! Nope, not a fan. Because if I were in northern Minnesota, I’d need my white noise machine to block out all those damn birds 😀 Ha, exactly how I feel about thunderstorms! When I was 8, my baby-sitter’s son was struck by lightening and he died, so I have always been super wary of storms. (Why do I have so many weird random stories? Idk…) Balligomingo, you’ve posted those on your blog, yes? I always listen to them- it’s fun to listen while reading/responding! Silk Road is nice too, I feel like it would make great soundtrack music to some poignant movie scene.
HA maybe we get like, a little hut on the beach? Like- how a dog can have a dog house outside, we get a little one on land, with a door leading to the water when we want to swim in and out? See- I think they’d give us the pizza and such, but only the owners who cared. The others wouldn’t spend their… well, whatever currency they have on human food. So you better hope for the equivalent of the human who buys its dog a Louis Vuitton dog collar.
“Graveyard” McCreary is the best name on television. I agree though, this is going to be crazy. I kind of like that most of the world is still a wasteland too, ups the stakes- at least we will understand WHY they are all fighting and killing each other? And whatever happened in that damn bunker… they’d better hope there’s a few psychiatrists on the Gagarin. When we do the post about predictions from the season, you have to pick someone who’s going to die- and it can’t be Jaha, that’s cheating!
I guess on one hand, they figured they would have had supplies in the pantry until the hoard got bored (or whatever zombies get) and left? That is the only way it makes sense to me. But what if they NEVER left, you know? Then you’re trapped! The whole Nick/Jake/Troy thing was so dumb. I mean- why did they cut off his arm for him just to die anyway? Nothing that jappened made sense. And why didn’t they just leave IMMEDIATELY? It felt like a lot of random stalling. I think you’re right about the timing- and I don’t really know why Nick was so dead set on keeping Troy alive at the expense of the WHOLE RANCH?
The whole Alicia thing was AWFUL. I think in a way, it made sense that she wanted to be alone- maybe so she never had to do any of that again? But of course she is alone for like, 20 seconds, so that didn’t work out haha. You’re so right about Madison- she IS the only one who can get anything done ever. I mean, some of it is because it’s convenient for the plot, but some is because every other person is stupid, and she usually isn’t.
Sad how much they wasted Ofelia’s character honestly. But I agree about Daniel- his ruthlessness IS sometimes really necessary. (I googled all the characters now that I am done- can you believe the dude who plays Daniel is 69?! AND he is a singer and ran for president of Panama- not in a Trumpish way, for realsies. Your fun fact for the day.) Nick… man, things are going to get really interesting for you in regards to Nick. I didn’t know if I loved him, hated him, or both by the end. Probably both.
I do wonder if you have watched 15 or 16 yet! 15 is like… you just want to know how ALL the humans who survived happen to have known each other Before Zombies. It’s ridiculous! But yeah, it IS a cliffhanger- one of the most evil cliffhangers I have ever come across actually. I am glad it’s only 2 months, ugh. I have been trying VERY hard to not find info on S4 because I want to be surprised haha.
HA I feel like I should just take April off too- because you KNOW what my blog is going to look like: crickets for 5 days, then one day of The 100 recap, then one day of “oh shit I am behind on reviews, better post 4 at once” ? I wish it WAS going to be a binge-fest. SOBS. But at least there will be enough stuff on that we’ll be kept busy,, even if the waits between will be evil. I don’t even know what to watch now- I am having a show hangover! I started TWD, but wow, these characters are MUCH less likable, and this show is wayyyy more gory for no reason.
I did watch Riverdale last week. But all I remember was that I barely paid attention because it was stupid? It is really not going well for me and Riverdale lately. You should watch some of these movies- but if you are going to have people vote, you’d probably need to do that first? Unless you plan on subjecting yourself to ALL the awful movies? ?
I know, I’m NOT a horror or creature feature fan but that movie is… kinda fun? And Betty White is the bonus. I’m gonna watch it for my first Movies That Suck feature (that’s the tentative name, because… accurate lol) so we’ll see how it goes. I’m not sure I’ve ever seen it all the way thru.
Yeah same here w/ Trump, I just never paid him much attention? Who knew? Stupid Trump voters…
Exactly. Team Poison *nods* I mean I consider myself pretty environmentally conscious but in this case… no just kill. You gotta be practical! I mean come on, it affects out ability to do things. I always worry now when I stay at a hotel, and who needs that?
Lol no loons for you? I gotta admit I kinda like ’em, but again in that I’m-in-a-cabin-in-the-middle-of-nowhere kinda way? Back to nature? And I definitely think a little loon goes a long way. And oh my about your babysitter’s son! How awful. Lightning is very scary. I like a thunderstorm as long as it’s not TOO close. Balligominogo I like because they do so many different things- I like their different styles, and Kitaro I used to love but don’t listen much anymore. Will always have a soft spot for his music though, it’s SO relaxing.
A hut might not be bad. Or a house like Snoopy that has a ton of shit inside it even though it’s not anywhere big enough. I mean I think he’s got a pool table in there?? And as long as the blockhead owner brings the food in a timely manner. Although Cthulhuists probably have a lot going on with conquest so they might be sporadic? We might have to forage as pets. You’re right, scoring the right owner is key.
Ooh predictions- this will be fun! But who’s gonna die- this I have to think about. It’s so hard to know but I have a few ideas. Heh…
The whole Nick/ Troy thing is weird. And you knew Jake was gonna die, because nice guy= dead meat. Plus love interest for Alicia, they don’t seem to last long. I’d be ecstatic if Nick and Troy died because then there’d be so much more time on the show for interesting characters. Not that there are many left. But strand doesn’t get a lot of airtime, and he’s much more entertaining.
I completely agree about Alicia and Madison. I just hate to see Alicia separated from the group, they always seem to do stuff like that on TWD too. People have to “find” themselves or whatever, and I’m like the world is basically Praimfaya’d!!! Get over the angst you know? I mean who would REALLY go off alone when there’s strength in numbers, and you’re with your family? I mean Nick and Chris obviously, but those two… smh.
Ruben Blades is 69? And ran for pres of Panama? Wow had no idea! Yeah Ofelia was a big waste. And Nick… now you have me REAL curious. I still haven’t watched 15 or 16- I’m fucking up badly! But tonight… hopefully tonight I can sneak ’em in. Maybe right after this? 🙂
Ooh the cliffie is that bad? Shit. Not good… but I’ll be looking for spoilers/ clues immediately after watching lol. I’m awful that way! But now you have me strangely nervous!?! :):)
TWD is gory, no question. Almost too much? I mean I think it’s excessive, but that’s just me. But I can’t wait to see what you think! There is some fucked up shit that happens in the first few seasons, so this is gonna be fun to see your reactions ha ha. I’m sorta having a show hangover too, I mean I’m stalled out on Altered carbon and I do still have the Gifted and Longmire to finish, but… ? nothing is screaming at me to watch it? I am getting very excited though for 12 Monkeys because I miss those characters. And the last season *pouts*
I’m struggling with Riverdale too. It’s really going downhill lately. Kinda too bad because there is SO much potential. This whole Hiram/ FBI thing is a mess. And you know I love the idea of the voting, but I’ve already picked out my first two sucky movies? I may still do the voting thing though, I mean who doesn’t like voting?
Hahah I LOVE the feature name, because… yep, yep they do ? It will be fun to hear your thoughts about it though! Plus, you save the rest of us from ever having to watch the thing, so that’s a pretty big bonus!
Yeah exactly- he was just random problematic rich guy who enjoyed his fame a little too much. Running for president!? Who would have ever thought?! And you’d think that if he (or anyone in a similar position) had, the American public would have dismissed it outright. But apparently we gave the American public too much credit.
I agree, if they could actually rid us of the bugs with some poison? Sign me up. Hell, I’ll volunteer as tribute to test the water afterward. It’s such a public nuisance at this point, it’d be well worth it. And the effects CAN be physical, too- people who get bit can have severe reactions (it’s not common, but it does happen!) Plus who wants to be bitten by crap while they sleep in general!?
No, definitely no loons for me! Actually, probably not too keen on the cabin in the middle of nowhere either, while we’re at it. Unless it has wifi and a really nice jetted tub. Then I might be game. OH and is only like 15 minutes from civilization, because people need to eat. Oh, I agree, a thunderstorm can be nice in the distance- as long as the lightening is not going to hit me, or my house, or like, a tree outside, I’m good! Maybe I need to have more relaxing music in my life. I feel like everything I listen to either makes me want to cry, or start a revolution. (Because a solid half of it is from The 100 and other such shows, or Hamilton. Which… tears and revolution, all around.)
Bwhahha no wonder Snoopy is always on his damn roof if he’s trying to shove a pool table in that little hut! We need an owner who is kind of not keen on the whole “Cthulhu overtaking the world” thing and just wants to peacefully coexist. But of course, what are the chances? Probably end up on a leash with the head Cthulhuist, making flags for their war or something like we work in a sweat shop.
I probably have a list of the predictions we’ve done in the past! It’s fun- and we are never right, which is actually even MORE fun. I have to think about it too, I really can’t get a good read on this season- except it’s going to be crazy I think!
Ha YEP, I agree, Jake’s niceness was his downfall- and of course they needed to make Alicia more tragic, so might as well kill her boyfriend. I think Nick things he is like Troy for some reason, but Idk why? Maybe because he hurt people with his drug use? But it’s SO not the same thing so he needed to get over it. Strand is definitely more entertaining- no question. And I was so SURE there was going to be more to the Madison/Troy storyline- you have to tell me if you noticed a… “moment” between them in 15 because I thought I did! If you watched 15, you’ll know how THAT mess worked itself out.
If you watched 15- and I am just going to pretend you did- you’ll see that Alicia’s absence is short lived. Well- technically I think she’s still gone for all of 15, but you see that she won’t be much longer. Everything about that made me roll my eyes, by the way. Also- what happened to her new buddy?! She just vanished. OH! And what happened to Luciana, speaking of? She’s out there somewhere, right? Maybe she’s with Travis. (Still don’t think he’s dead, Idk…) But yeah- WHY do people go off alone in worlds like this? Just… it’s fucking stupid! Like- if you are attacked by a bunch of zombies, and it’s just you OR if you’re attacked and iit’s you and 10 other people with guns… well, I like the odds of the second group better. How do you even sleep, who keeps watch, etc?!
YEP, he’s actually almost 70. And he’s apparently a pretty big music person- he preformed with Lin Manuel Miranda for some kind of Puerto Rico benefit? It’s impressive! I kind of had hopes for Nick and Ofelia to be something at the start of the show, but then she was too boring I guess. Could have been interesting, to have those two together and then Daniel and Madison having to deal with it hahha. And YES you were too busy watching half pipe or snowman building or whatever I guess 😀 I hope you did get a chance to at least watch 15! Though I am dying to discuss theories about next season after the “end” of 16! Why am I not surprised that you will look for spoilers? Hhaha- I actually tried to stay away, especially when looking up info about the cast, because basically just knowing that people were on SET would be a big spoiler. Kind of like how we know approximately when Jaha dies!
TWD IS too gory, or at least, gorier than it ever needed to be. I have thoughts already. I care about NONE of the characters, is the real problem. Nor do I know anyone’s names, so I will give them some. I liked the dad and son who saved Coma Cop, the dude who had to shoot his wife? But Idk where they are. And I like Monty. Because that one dude is basically Monty. And okay, Coma Cop’s Wife and Dudebro Cop, was Coma Cop “dead” for like, 3 days before they started cavorting in the woods?! I don’t know the exact timeline, but DAMN, that seemed harsh. Unless Wife was always after Dudebro? Also, I feel like Archie Bunker isn’t going to die on that roof and I’m pissed. He is the WORST, and I cannot believe he said that word! And that they allowed it. It was all kind of a mess.
Ugh, I feel you- everything that I used to watch I now cannot seem to watch. It’s all so boring. And now, knowing that all new episodes of ALL the things I love are coming up, I am too excited to be worried about shows I don’t care about. But… there’s still 2 months til all the good stuff, so Idk what the entertainment world expects us to do until then!
UGH Riverdale is on tonight, isn’t it? I have zero motivation. I might just put it on in the background again. So sad. I agree, there is a ton of potential. They need better writers. Hmmm you can have people vote on which one you do next after you do the first couple! That way people will know what you’re doing and know what they’d be voting for! You can call the poll “save me from this shitty movie” 😀
That’s right, I suffer so you don’t have to. 🙂 Although you don’t know what you’re missing. Literally…
So… another shooting today. and an outpouring of condolences and prayers and stuff. I’m all for the prayers but your point about giving the American public too much credit… yeah. Here again we see the consequences of him being elected. Although to be fair even during Obama we couldn’t get any sensible steps taken. Because NRA. And the 2nd Amendment *rolls eyes* gee thanks founders. Forward thinking THERE.
I saw a blogger on Twitter say she had bed bugs, and I felt so bad for her.
I’m not big on cabins out in the wilderness either. Probably Grounders lurking around. I’ll take a nice hotel thank you very much, with a pool and a mini golf place across the street. Ice cream nearby lol. Yeah I don’t rough it to often… oh and did you see yesterday’s post by Hidden Staircase blog? She did a Riverdale music post, and it was pretty awesome. Reminded me of how well they do music on that show (as opposed to everything else lately!). You should check it out… it did end up getting me stuck on Youtube though for a half hour. 🙁
Yeah a Cthulhu pacifist might be nice, you know one who doesn’t conduct midnight sacrifices every night with bloodstained altars and *gulp* US on the menu. Don’t they understand we make good pets if left alone? Vivisecting is never good for our fragile psyches. Geez… I want a squid owner with one of those “Coexist” stickers on the back, I might feel marginally safer…
I can’t get a read either, and so my list is gonna suck. But like you said that’s okay, it’ll be fun to see how off we are. Especially my death predictions… I’ll probably be SO embarrassed by the end of the season!
Oh my gosh so I’ve watched 15 and 16… so buckle in. Ha ha yes THAT moment! Did Troy seriously have a thing for Madison? Fucking seriously?? I was like WOAH. And then she killed him with a HAMMER. WTAFFFFFFF?????????? I thought she just whacked him but then he never got up, and the waters pouring in… bye bye Troy? Then I thought well he might still wake up, but I read something that says the actor is not coming back, so… yeah. Can you believe she just killed his ass? How weird though- we have that moment, and then she kills him before they go anywhere with it.
Okay Alicia did a good job as “nurse” but come on- that surgery is not happening like that. You don’t just remove a “tumor” or whatever from someone’s back and then they walk around, even if he did grimace occasionally. No. So stupid. Why do TWD shows have the lamest villains? Ugh to all of that. But the dam standoff… pretty good although it went on too long. I think I may have cheered when Crazy Dog picked people off like a sniper. Fuck yeah!!! Best Fear moment ever? But I was kinda hoping Nick would go out like that, saving his family, but I suspect he’ll be back, and *sigh* Daniel too. although he was a badass in this one too. 🙂
Yup I wondered about Luciana. Sadly she’ll probably appear some more. And was Alicia a badass or what when her and her friend were attacked? I was like YES! and bye bye Efrain and Lola I guess. But yeah Nick and Ofelia could have been interesting! “halfpipe or snowman building” lol. Right? Fucking Olympics. 🙂
So… theories. Hit me up, I am READY to discuss. And frankly I am jacked up READY for S4, that cliffhanger… damn. Although we know that at least Alicia will make it, and that’s all I really care about. I thought that was a powerful closing scene, with all the people coming to the river. This is actually turning out to be a good show, in spite of the similarities to TWD sometimes.
You know I liked rick initially. I like him a lot less in later seasons, but at first he’s ok. Shane though… ugh. That’s dudebro BTW. And I don’t think Cop Wife was after dudebro, I think it just happened, but… not cool. Awkward! Are dad and son who saved Rick the black guy and his kid? Because if so, that’s… Morgan! Who will be on Fear next season. So you may like him more than I do. 🙂 Oh and keep an eye on Carol, the woman with the daughter. she’s nobody initially, the one who has the abusive husband, but she KILLS it in later seasons. Daryl is awesome although he seems like an ASSHOLE at first, and his brother- the guy on the roof- yeah he’s horrible but strangely entertaining in a way? I don’t remember the word he said though? It’s been a while since I watched. But can you believe they chained him on the roof and left him? I laughed my ASS off.
I know. It’s so hard! First world problems lol. I’m gonna try to power through Altered Carbon and the Gifted, and watch a few movies, but yeah… it’s like a barren period before the good stuff returns. I could catch up on TWD actually… I never tuned in after the midseason break. IDK… I need to find something on netflix to fill the gap…
Oh yeah Riverdale lol. Missed it again! And ha ha I like that. I might just do it. Because after all we know voting is the best! This could be a lot of fun. Although I do have to sit through the movies… what have I done to myself? 🙂 And can you imagine how good Riverdale could be if WE were the writers? Hello badassery!!!
Ha you could be all Clarke-level and do the whole “I bear it so they don’t have to”. I have GIFs 😀 And I mean, if you come across some that don’t suck, you can alert me!
The school shooting… I have no words. I saw tweets from some of the students just lambasting Trump for the “thoughts and prayers”. High school kids shouldn’t have to ever even THINK about such things. I remember Columbine- I was a junior in high school, and it was beyond terrifying. Nothing like that had EVER happened before. And now… this year to date we’ve had 18. EIGHTEEN. And I agree with you- if the Obama administration can’t get stuff done, how is there ever going to be hope? It’s disgusting- these weapons are designed not for hunting or protection or anything that Republicans claim. They’re designed for killing en masse. I become more disgusted with this country every day I swear.
OMG someone tweeted about bed bugs!? That suuuuucks. I feel bad for whoever it is too. Wonder if it happened at a conference or something? THAT would be bad.
Definitely Grounders- probably even Reapers. Maybe that’s where they went! Also, zombies for sure. So yeah, nice hotel, clean pool, definitely can get on board with ice cream and mini golf, that sounds like a lovely day! Maybe some sushi for dinner! 😀 Ohhh I just looked up the blog! This person is new to me, but I love this post idea, and I will probably be heading down a YouTube spiral myself now! Listening to it right now as I type, fun!
I actually think we’d make awful pets- so needy, we are. But we’d probably be even WORSE as sacrifices. Can you imagine the fuss we’d make? We’d not go gentle into that good night. HA laughing at the “Coexist” Cthulhu. I feel like he/she also listens to Phish and wears a lot of hemp, no? I would also approve of that owner. It would make pot brownies and such. And not give a shit what we do, let’s be real.
Hahha definitely no need to be embarrassed- I would have bet ANYTHING that Abby was dead last season. And here we are. It’s so fun, especially for this show, because we never know what they’re up to. It’s getting pretty close now, only two months!!
Oh I am SO glad that you noticed the Troy/Madison moment too! There was no way that was an accident, right? WHY did they not do anything else about it!? I thought she had just whacked him too! I imagined he’d be back to help them escape or something but NOPE, super dead. Why have the moment if he was dead!? And whyyyy did she kill him exactly? Just because of the hoard, which I mean, IS reason enough hahha.
Hahha RIGHT? Like- okay even if by some miracle that surgery worked… no way he is just popping back up! I mean, even when Abby removed Raven’s bullet, she was bed-bound for a long time! And then could hardly move. Come on, Fear, get it together. He was such a dumb villain! And like- why did they make such a big deal about him being “a Proctor”, like that means something to me? Because I assure you, it didn’t. I agree, the standoff WAS too long- one of those assholes would have shot someone, right? But it was still really good- especially good to up the emotional drama. OH when the sniping happened, I was cheering too! That was the coolest- that they came back to help. I was sobbing when I thought Nick was dead. I feel like you’re right though, and he’ll be back. And you know some of those dumb “Proctor” people are still alive too. I feel like SOMEONE has to die for that scene to have been meaningful though? But Idk, after the Daniel thing, I can see them all coming back too.
I am okay with Luciana coming back maybe. I would LOVE for her to be pregnant. That would be a good storyline. Yeah, Efrain and Lola’s time was up, no question. I do wonder where Alicia’s new pal is though!
I am so excited for S4 too! Especially now that they have nowhere to go really. All their big safe zones are gone. No ranch, no dam, no Abigail… could be tough! And now they’re in a new town full of people. Obviously they will be separated, and will all need to find each other again, so that’ll be nice and stupid. No one knowing if anyone else is alive. Bet Madison thinks her kids are dead and gets a haircut and starts being super badass. (Idk why the haircut, that just always seems to happen?) And maybe a couple of them are together- like Strand and Alicia. Daniel and Nick, even. Hope Taqa and Crazy Dog find the gang along the way, too. I wonder if they’ll go back to the US? It would make sense with them picking up the new guy from TWD! I need to come up with some really wild theories. I KNOW. They should go to VEGAS. I am so pissed that it didn’t happen on The 100, so now… Signing up Fear to do it for them.
So Rick is Coma Cop? I am not a fan. He’s like, all “holier than thou”. I assume he’s supposed to be the Madison of this group? And I REALLY disliked Coma Cop because did they have sex while the kid was sleeping like 2 feet away? That’s messed up. I felt bad for Coma Cop initially, but idk, at least Dudebro had the decency to take it to the woods. Also who names their kid Carl in the 2000s? Their judgment is questionable all around tbh. And then CC haaaad to go back into the city, risking everyone? YES YES that is the guy I meant! That’s Morgan, huh? Well- I have only seen him once, but so far I liked him! I also like Dudebro more after he beats the shit out of Carol’s awful husband. Why is he the worst and can he die immediately? So Daryl, I think I have heard of him before. He’s like…. evil Katniss, basically. And I KNEW Archie was going to saw off his own hand. As soon as they showed it it was like… YEP. And don’t be taking Monty on your death missions! Though I accidentally came across a spoiler and I know that Monty dies and I am PISSED. OH and the brother of Daryl called the black guy on the roof the N word! And then hit him! It was horrible. I would have left him there too!
Oooh so how many seasons of TWD are there? I feel like there are quite a few. Is it on currently? If so I should DVR it. So that when I am ready, I can catch up easily. It sucks though because when you finish something you like, and then head back to the “meh” stuff… UGH. No one likes that. I still want to try the Time Travelling Peeta show.
I don’t think Riverdale was on, actually. My DVR didn’t record it, anyway. Plus a lot of shows are on hiatus for the Olympics. And yesss do voting- but make sure you only let them vote on the stuff you actually want to watch. Because if there’s a choice you don’t realllly want to do, that is the one they will pick. This has happened every time I have done a book poll hahha. OH and if WE were the writers, Riverdale would be AMAZING. As long as someone was able to calm me down when I tried to write Praimfaya into the story… 😀
Right? The sacrifices I make… 🙂
Couldn’t agree more. We’re just a gun society so it’s never really gonna get better, there are too many people who love their guns too much. I don’t really get it, my dad used to take me shooting so I’m not anti-gun, but they’re too easy to get, and yes no one needs assault rifles. It’s asinine and have you noticed that this, like many things, is a Republican problem? They’re always the ones who say no we can’t do this, can’t fix that…
Yeah it was someone I haven’t really interacted with but I did recognize the name. Gutsy to admit it, I’m not sure I would. I mean I kow it has nothing to do with cleanliness, you can get em anywhere, but I’d still be stigmatized/ mortified. I wouldn’t be telling ANYONE (other than the exterminator of course). And the cops when they wanted to know why I blew my house up.
Ooh the Reapers are in Minnesota? THAT’S where those little bastards went. Maybe they found a bunker there? Yeah roughing it’s not for me. I want comfort when I go on vacation! And yes that was a pretty good post- I don’t think she used it but I was listening to the Chromatics’ Into the Black last night and loving it. 🙂
We would be bad pets. But yeah the Coexist Cthulhuoids are definitely hempsters and Phish-ers, no doubt about it. Surfer dudes. Vegetarians maybe so at least we wouldn’t be squid delicacies? But pretty rare because realistically how many malevolent squids are gonna go vegetarian? So yeah… we’d get lucky if we scored an owner like that. They;d be high all the time and not paying attention to us. Probably the best we can hope for under the circumstances.
Thank goodness we’re only two months out! Because I was scrolling through Netflix last night and could find nothing to watch. Oh there were a few shows that looked okay, but nothing that really grabbed me. I miss Fear already. 🙁
It was all weird with Tradison. I mean she just looked at him, like… was she actually tempted? I was baffled but intrigued, thinking they’re not gonna go THERE- and then she kills him. That first hit I could understand- but then she hits him AGAIN- with a fucking hammer- and I was like damn. But you’re right- why tease that? Unless they’re just showing us how messed up she is.
WTF is a Proctor, right? Dumb. I was kinda hoping the whole dam would collapse- maybe it still will?- but that would have at least wiped out the bad guys. Maybe. Shitty villains, move on Fear. I don’t want to see any of those losers again. and I might miss Taqa and crazy Dog?? I kinda thought they were going to go there with Luciana getting pregnant too. Can you see Nick as a dad? And Alicia’s friend better show back up- I mean I don’t really care but she’s a loose end and if they’re going to intro her, at least follow up! Plus I guess she has potential?
I think they’re going to Texas, when I read about S4 they mention Houston and filming in TX and all that. Although they might not get there FAST, since this is Fear after all. But yes the whole separating thing kills me, I hate it when they do that. You know we might have to do some predicition posts for this show too, before it comes back! That could be fun…
Rick is coma cop. And yeah he’s the Madison, definitely. With more angst. And not enough badassery. And yup that’s Morgan! He’s not bad but I started to dislike him when he got all goofy- you’ll see what I mean. Shane beating up Carol’s husband was a good moment, I must agree. Shane has his moments. Oh my gosh cutting his hand off- lol yes this show has its share of WTF! There will be more!! And yeah Monty dies, sadly, but it doesn’t happen for a while. The show was fucked by that point anyway. Ah so that’s what he said- okay I remember now. Yeah he’s a pig basically.
TWD is in it’s eighth (?) season, and I think it’s either on midseason hiatus or just came back. I’ve kinda fallen out of following it, but I’m seriously thinking of catching up just to do it. And yes I forgot about the Peeta show! We should binge that…
Oh good maybe I didn’t miss Riverdale then. Although I still have last week to watch. and that’s exactly what I was thinking about the voting- I have to be careful what choices I pick or I’ll get stuck watching something I don’t want to! Now I just have to narrow down my selections…
HA yes, we’ll pretend it’s a sacrifice and not an excuse to watch shitty old movies 😀
I’m actually not even anti-gun either. I don’t personally like them, but I am really okay with responsible and appropriate use. My dad and brother have guns, but they’re incredibly responsible with them, as I am sure your dad was. But I am absolutely anti-assault weapons. I read this tweet and I don’t remember who it was from but it said something like “when they discover that lettuce made people sick, they recall ALL the lettuce” and it was like, wow. So true! My thing is, the Republicans have shown the country over and over and over again how few fucks they have to give about ANY of our lives. And yet… people elect them, and I simply can’t understand. They care about their own wealth and careers and that is literally IT. Because you KNOW none of those assholes in DC give a rat’s ass about guns. They care about the NRA’s money. Which wouldn’t be as awful if people weren’t dying literally EVERY DAY because of it. I feel like- if as a country we won’t even protect the most innocent among us (especially since it is a very EASY solution) well, maybe we don’t deserve to come back from this mess.
GAH, I agree- not that the person IS dirty because it definitely has no bearing, but the fact is, that is what ignorant people will assume. So yeah, it IS pretty ballsy. It sucks though because if you have them, you basically can’t even go into other people’s houses, right? That’s how the blogger I knew got them- her cousin came to spend the night, and brought them along. I can imagine this conversation between you and like, the FBI. In some cold, dark room, them thinking you’re part of some kind of terrorist cell, and you have to convince them that the neighborhood is in ruins because BUGS ?
HA the Reapers starting over in some shitty state would be perfect. Like, go somewhere where no one even was before the apocalypse, carve out a nice ranch. Can you just see all the deformed, jacked up Reapers milking cows and shit? Same, same, it isn’t “vacation” if I am doing more work than I’d have done at home! Well, I still have the post open in a tab because I was going to comment, but I didn’t because I am a shit blogger… she actually did use it! I listened to it on your post the other day. And now I am listening again on her blog, because why waste the trip? I don’t even know who she IS, but she’s getting a lot of page views from me hahah.
I think I went to high school with the Coexist Cthulhuoids, actually. Maybe the squids don’t eat mammal meat? Fingers crossed. Most of the quasi-hippies I knew ate meat though because they were too high to care where their next snack fix came from? I mean, they probably wanted to not eat meat, but then got all messed up and forgot? I feel like they’d need our help to get their little squid Birkenstocks buckled in the morning, so maybe an arrangement could be made. Our opposable thumbs could make us indispensable.
Seriously, this is a terrible situation for shows. And I have read a LOT of stuff that says the same thing you said about TWD, that it is going to start to suck pretty badly, so… who knows how long this will even entertain me! We’ve got to be close to the trailer at least, right? Give us something to analyze if nothing else!
Oooh love the ship name, Tradison has such a good ring to it. I almost wanted it to happen? I mean, not for long-term or anything because weird, but as a one-time thing? It would have been interesting! I don’t know if I will ever understand why they did it- I get the thing about maybe showing her being messed up but… then they should have at least given us more than one quick moment. Because it didn’t have the same effect. And I was kind of sad because he trusted her more than anyone. I know he needed to die, but still.
Oh I definitely hope the whole dam is gone. Not only would it eliminate the place (it wasn’t my favorite setting) but hopefully the bad guys. BUt ugh, you KNOW one of the baddies will survive. And will probably have Nick or Alicia held hostage or something. I hope it isn’t annoying. Nick as a dad would be HILARIOUS. I don’t even understand how you’d keep a baby alive in that situation. I still want to know what happens if a fetus dies- does it claw its way out? I feel like it’s too morbid even for this show, but damn it, I want answers! And I think Alicia’s friend had potential too! She was like, trying to be all badass but I think there could be so much more to her story.
Oooh Texas! That… is really far away, right? But I am very curious. YES we should definitely do a prediction post for this too! That would be fun! I HOPE that the separation won’t be *too* long. I feel like they’ve done it to death, so hopefully it won’t be? They were good about the Alicia thing, at least.
Rick… is pissing me off already. After the attack at their little camp (which I feel like Merle is responsible for? Idk, just a guess) Rick somehow gets to decide everything? And why is it ONLY guys in charge? It’s like, Rick, Shane (now I am starting to learn names, yay!) and the old dude. Who, I love by the way, do I get to keep loving him? Anyway, the women just sit around and look scared! The fuck!? At least Carol’s piece of shit husband is dead. But WHY do they go to the CDC? I don’t even understand. Though Shane’s “plan” was just as dumb, so whatever. Also- it was SO CLEAR that Kid Sister was going to die, after the long talk in the boat. Do you remember those dolls? Kid Sister and Big Brother? Catchy little commercial, that was.
I looked it up and it is on hiatus, it’ll be back on the 25th. Interestingly, the LAST episode of the season is… April 15th! So will it like… cross over? I am so curious, but it means I definitely need to catch up by then. I’m on the S1 finale, so I am making decent time! We SHOULD binge the Peeta show! It probably isn’t even many episodes. AND we still have to get to S4 of The 100 at some point!
I don’t even fully remember what happened on last week’s Riverdale. I know one thing, and it will probably make you roll your eyes. And another thing that’s… weird. I’m trying to remember the Betty storyline, and I think it involved Jughead and FP… unless that was the week before? YES- make sure you only let people choose the shit you plan on watching anyway. They’ll think they have control, but really they don’t 😀
Right? So selfless of me… 🙂
Yup. Can’t argue w/ any of that! I feel the same way. I keep seeing Australia mentioned and what they did when they had a shooting, the way they took away guns (and yes we’re talking assault rifles) but of course that would never happen here because NRA. And Republicans. I just don’t get it. But I think America is just less and less of a desirable place to be these days.
Yes would they even believe me? Honestly officer I had bed bugs, and they said you kill them with really high heat, so I… um, applied really high heat. I blew the shit up. They’re gone!!! what’s the problem??
Yeah fuck Bigfoot, the Reapers are in town! Bigfoot’s hiding his ass out somewhere else so they don’t turn him into a steak. The north woods are a good place for em though, right? I mean similar to Vancouver lol. And oh did she use it? My bad. But I have had that song on my mind lately because awesomeness. Her blog is cool, she reads a lot of mystery stuff. And vacations *nods* I tent camped once. Once.
True we could help with the little ones! Young squids are no doubt high maintenance and quite impressionable- maybe we could train them to be the nicer generation. And maybe you’re right- they don’t like to EAT mammals, they just gaze into their eyes and drive them insane with their alien intelligences. Or something. And let’s face it the wannabe hipster squids and the hemp crew are gonna be spending lotsa time at the local java joint, so they’re gonna need “child” care (I use the term child loosely).
Interested to see how far you get with TWD. 🙂
I actually didn’t think they’d kill Troy. He was too much of a hell raiser, and there was a lot of potential there for him and Daniel to go around since Daniel was already homing in on him as the horde culprit. So that killing came as a shock! And yeah a one time Tradison thing- now THAT would have set Alicia and Nick off if they had found out!
Oh my gosh the fetus thing is horrible! And probably true lol. Baby is hungry yum yum. Too horrible to contemplate. But probably not for this show, since they have half severed bodies crawling around and more guts than you shake a stick at thrown in our faces on the regular. You know what kills me? That kids watch this show.
Yes I was so glad they didn’t drag the Alicia thing out! I was expecting the worst. and a predictions post *nods* just like the 100, it’s going to be HARD to predict!
Oh yeah the CDC. Boring. And yeah the longer the show goes on the less I understand Rick being in charge, because his decisions are kinda whacked? And frankly his track record doesn’t end up being that good IMO. Merle is a trip. I like the old guy too- you get to keep loving him for a while, but maybe not forever? And I do not remember those dolls, but will be Googling it posthaste. 🙂
You’re on the finale already? Damn! You are flying through those. there are certain moments I can’t WAIT to see your reaction. And probably a lot of stuff I’ve forgotten! I guess I better catch up with the stuff from this season just in case they DO cross over. which would be epic. Are they at the farm yet? Maybe we should do S4 of the 100 soon? So we don’t run out of time at the last minute. And the Peeta show- what was the name of that again? It did look funny… is it on Hulu?
Ugh I need to watch Riverdale over the weekend I guess, just to get it done. And I watched another episode of Altered carbon- Anya showed up and now she’s a ninja badass. So if I can make myself slog through the last 4 episodes I’ll be done ha ha! This is sadly one of the tougher shows I’ve had to slog through. But everyone says it gets better? Um, when?? And yes clearly I need to be on top of my voting program – I think picking my shitty movies might be the most fun part?
It seems so… Twilight Zone-ish. It makes no sense on so many levels, why are we LIKE this? And the majority of the country seems to be on the same page, yet… still, nothing gets done. And like, with other countries, I seriously don’t get what the hell our malfunction is in comparison. And why it is so hard for us to just… not kill innocent people? I think one of the most disgusting ironies is how the Republicans are quick to pretend that Muslims are evil or whatever, yet… here are white American dudes killing people left and right for literally NO reason, and we don’t have the goddamn balls to do anything about it?! Like how can you BE so hypocritical!?
I think if the officer in question had a history with bedbugs, you’d be GOLDEN. He’d be like “yes, I understand your plight, someone get this guy a drink”. This might require some stalking of your local police department beforehand to make sure that Officer Bedbugs is working when you’d do it. Or maybe just try to skip the bugs altogether, that is obviously the very best plan! This is something I am scared about moving because of- what if you moved into a place and didn’t know!? That is what happened to the one person’s aunt I’d talked to about it. Just no idea, and then BAM, you’re infested.
The Reapers would DESTROY Bigfoot. Can you imagine? But the Reapers are actually better now- more civilized. They still look scary as fuck, but they’re okay dudes now. I mean, they’d still totally eat Bigfoot because Reapers gotta reap. But they skip humans now, at least. Ooooh you did camp in a tent!? Was it as awful as my mind expects? I never have. Like, the closest I’ve ever been to “roughing it” is like… sleeping bag on a friend’s floor hahha. I just read a book about camping actually- it made it seem… not as awful, but I think that is a lie.
Yess I like the idea of squidlet sitting! I could do that in exchange for not being eaten! And yes, if we “raised’ them, they’d be far less likely to eat humans in the future, too. Perhaps all the hippie squid live on a big commune. That’s a thing they’d do, right? So yeah, a little daycare would be easy enough, while all the “parents” are out doing whatever it is squid on drugs would do. I feel like they’d be in someone’s basement playing old Sega Genesis games and eating pot brownies?
I didn’t think they’d kill Troy either! Totally agree, he had a TON of potential. We didn’t even see him interact with Strand or Daniel yet, that could have been drama right there- like you said, Daniel was already not a fan. And Strand would HATE him, so that would have been fun. Plus the whole Tradison thing, of course! I agree, Nick and Alicia would have LOST IT. Especially Alicia because he killed her boyfriend!
I knowwwww, the fetus thing is horrible, and I am probably moderately twisted for wanting to know but… I do! But it doesn’t have TEETH, so… what happens? Does it get born a zombie? I need to know, and I want them to tell me. KIDS watch this!?!? WHY? What is wrong with their parents!? This is too twisted. How the hell does the kid ever sleep again!?
I agree, the predictions will NOT be easy. I mean, I was off already when I wanted them to go to Vegas ? But yes, still fun! ANd then fun to watch them all get shattered by episode 1 hahah. Especially all my goofy ones, like Travis being alive and helping a pregnant Luciana find Nick. Very curious as to what Morgan’s role will be too in the group. Guess it depends on if his kid is still alive.
The CDC thing was weird- because the timing was so STUPID. One minute, wine and eggs, the next…. the whole thing is going to erupt in some kind of hellfire? Come onnnnn. I mean so far, Rick’s decisions have sucked, so I can imagine! GAH iit was MY BUDDY and Kid Sister. I obviously only had the Kid Sister hah- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j2xEwEHbrE I assume we’re going to find Merle again soon? As for the old guy, I FINALLY realized where I knew him from (it was pissing me off and I didn’t want to google because spoilers)- Stephen King’s Storm of the Century! He was such an asshole in that movie, and it was 20 years ago, so probably why I didn’t recognize at first. THAT is a creepy movie. Loved it.
So I finished S1 and started S2- it was… yawn. The entire first episode (which was apparently a longer-than-normal one, Netflix should warn people!) was ALL looking for Carol’s kid. Like okay we get it, the kid is gone. Tbh, it seems really stupid of the kid to have left. Darwin would have advised the gang to leave her behind, just saying. And now Carl got shot because of COURSE Carl got shot. I was rolling my eyes at that. They have 2 kids, 837 adults, and they still manage to lose and maim them both!? Nice job adulting, assholes. And the whole thing with Shane/Rick/The Wife (seriously, what is her NAME!?)… UGH. I felt bad for Shane until he freaking tried to RAPE HER. But also… why are these guys fighting over her? She has the personality of one of the zombies. I hope she gets more interesting, because right now… I think they’re both being kind of stupid.
Yesss we should watch The 100 soon. Mostly because I miss it, but also, it will probably be easier to do a post if it’s fresh in our minds! And the Peeta show… I think it was called Future Man? Let me google. Yep Future Man. The episodes are only 30 minutes, too. This would not take long to watch! And yep, it’s on Hulu!
It’s so sad when watching shows feels like a chore. Not a fan. But that IS exactly how I feel about Riverdale, I guess I just keep hoping it’ll stop sucking? But you should watch it so you can remind me what the hell happened. Because I definitely don’t plan to rewatch it or anything crazy. Is Anya a naked ninja badass? I am so curious about WHY she is naked, because those two things don’t compute in my head- if I were going to be fighting, you could pretty much guarantee I’d be clothed. Because otherwise… weird. And YES- I have read so many reviews saying it gets better, saw tweets about it, etc, but… if you have to wait til the very end for it to be better, it doesn’t really seem worth it. And it is definitely going to be fun to pick shitty movies!
I think it’s just an American thing. Like when you think about how all advanced countries but us have some kind of universal health care, guns are regulated everywhere but here… it’s just an American thing? The whole 2nd Amendment thing and aversion to helping people seems to be uniquely American? IDK what else to think. And how a few can wreck it for the rest of us? And the way we lecture other countries on human rights but we are at war like ALL the time, somewhere. And of course the shootings. But I don’t get it.
Officer bedbugs… love it! Right? I think if someone has had them they’re probably like yup explosions are not overreacting AT ALL. Perfectly appropriate response! Maybe have another one just to be sure. Oh my gosh moving into a place that had em would SUCK. But I worry about that less than hotels because so many people pass through those places! I’ve even heard of people getting them at movie theaters, which is the creepiest fucking thing ever, and makes me not want to ever see a movie again. But I wouldn’t worry too much because it can’t be that common, right? And hopefully if someone is moving out and they take their beds/ furniture whatever they take em with em??
Reapers gotta reap. You’re killing it tonight. 🙂 But yeah I tent camped… and it rained. As horrible as you can imagine. I mean everything’s all wet! F that. Plus it just sucks in general. Sleeping on the ground more or less. If someone likes to tent camp yay for them, but it’s not for me lol. I definitely think they’re lying, unless again you’re into the whole roughing it thing. And hotels have showers you know that aren’t all shitty like at a campground, where they’re like these little closets with bugs in em and shit. I mean they’re not the cleanest places, you know? The one thing I like about camping is the campfire smell- I love that. Something about wood smoke. There’s a place up north when you drive past the state park (which is in town) you can smell the campfires if your window is down and it smells so GOOD. Sounds funny I know, but there it is. 🙂
It’s almost like Handmaid’s Tale, except it would be Nursery Tales or Squidlet Daycare or something. And no forced breeding with squid commanders because eww. That’d be a dealbreaker. But otherwise… might not be bad. Shaping the next generation to not be genocidal to humans. The hipsters and weedsters would definitely be in a basement somewhere, incense mixing with dope… they wouldn’t even know what day it is, slaves like us would have the run of the commune. Maybe even escape? There’s gotta be a human underground resistance movement somewhere?
As much as I kinda hated Troy, it was a missed opportunity. The drama potential… yes. He and Strand would not click I am thinking. 🙂 And how many people have FUN in a zombie apocalypse? I still think of him laughing his ass off as they ran over zombs at the ranch- hey you might as well have a little fun right?
Yeah what’s going on with zombie fetus? No teeth, so does it just have to wait to be born and you know, teething? That’s a long time to wait… and that kid would be in a BAD mood. Pretty ugly too I’m guessing. Clearly milk is not what it’s after lol and formula ain’t cutting it. Serious parenting challenge. And yes I’ve heard kids as young as junior high watch the show- I don’t know any personally but I’ve heard people talking about it. I was like, who would let their kids do that?
You know the more I think about it Travis COULD be alive. you know the old saying, if you don’t see a body… I mean sure he fell, but what if he landed in some bushes and somehow got okay? I mean they’ve done weirder things for sure. And Luciana IS out there. But yeah all my predictions will be demolished in the first episode too, I’m sure. One thing about this show, it is NOT predictable!
Oh my, I have never seen that commercial! Wow. You had one? But yeah Rick *rolls eyes* and yeah Merle will reappear. He’s too much of an asshole not to, right? Storm of the Century sounds like my kind of move ha ha! Maybe perfect for shitty movies R us? *writes it down*
Ah yes carol’s kid. Kinda fucked up. I must say nothing. 🙂 But to lose her like that… yeah they’re amazing adults aren’t they? And Rick/ Shane/ I can’t remember her name either- yeah. Just yeah. Nothing to add there. Pretty sucky.
Okay Future Man I think needs to happen. I mean it’s Peeta! How can we not? Plus funny? Bonus. And I’m between shows at the moment anyway… kinda… so I’m in! And The 100 too.
I might watch Riverdale tonight. With alcohol. Because it’ll go better? And Anya is not naked yet, but with 4 episodes to go they have lots of time. And they have not been shy about nudity to this point, frankly. Netflix seems to be trying to be like HBO lately. Which is fine if it serves the story, but they’re just doing it to do it. Whatever *shrugs* but it’s boring besides, and the lead guy is SO incredibly one note, he’s all trying to be the tough guy and it’s like yawn. Seriously they need to lose him. The female lead is better and Anya apparently has a big role as she’s the MC’s sister apparently- just found that out- so maybe she can save it? It’s all on you Anya!!!
I started putting together my list of movies… this is gonna be such a freak show. In a good way.
But… WHY? Like why are we so backward, compared to everyone else? I definitely agree with you that it IS an “American thing” but I can’t understand WHY. And it isn’t just our regional/location differences, because Canada is like 5 minutes away and they can get their shit together. It’s almost like- when there’s a spoiled rich kid in school who thinks they can get away with anything because mommy and daddy are influential. And that works, for awhile. Until one day, people are so sick of the kid’s bullshit that they stop caring about what his parents say, and suddenly they realize he wasn’t powerful to begin with, they just thought he was.
Yep, exactly– he’d probably just be glad that you stopped them. I mean- I definitely would worry more about hotels, but it’s still so risky no matter what, ugh. But even though they’d take their shit… they can be in the carpets and such? Hopefully they’d have told someone so they could be taken care of, at least. (The blogger I knew moved out of her apartment and didn’t tell anyone which… is a really horrible thing to do, if you ask me.) I hate even thinking about bed bugs in hotels because then it makes me think of how disgusting the whole idea of a hotel is anyway. And since it is a necessary evil, I reeeallly don’t want to think about it- especially when I am about to stay there hah. UGH movie theaters!? Really? The local movie theater just got rid of all their old seats and put in leather ones- I wonder if that helps? Either way GROSS. I think it’s kind of crappy that people go to those kind of places knowing they have bed bugs though? Like get it cleared up and THEN go back to the movies? Seems irresponsible and selfish, idk.
Noooo it rained!? That sounds about right ? It definitely sounds miserable! Because you’re literally just in a damn piece of vinyl or whatever. And the ground, ugh what a mess I am sure. Did the tent leak? And yeah, you really are just on the ground- I imagine rocks poke at you and shit. Oh EW the bathrooms, so much nope. I would feel just as dirty AFTER the shower. And I definitely don’t want to be walking to find a bathroom in the middle of the night! (And the alternative? That is a HARD pass.) I feel like the book was lying too. The male character actually enjoyed the whole “roughing it” but the female did not, but by the end she was into it and I was not buying it. And sure, the whole campfire smell is nice- but you have options! Such as… backyard “campfire” that you can extinguish and walk into the comfort of a home! Or… scented candles! Driving, having a campfire, and returning home! See, so many choices that don’t end with sleeping on wet rocks and peeing in trees.
We’d be like, the Marthas! I bet the Marthas have to take care of any kids that a handmaid produces, right? Though I would be willing to bet that the squids are a fertile bunch.What do they do, lay eggs? Maybe we’d have to guard the eggs or something. I can live with that! I think you’re right about the escape and the resistance too. We play along for long enough, they’ll let their guard down. We wait for the word from a cast member of Gilmore Girls. No telling which. Then, we run. Or um, get in a shady van, I guess.
I mean, Troy absolutely sucked as a human, but he WAS entertaining. And I kind of wanted to see him make some amends? And I won’t lie, I wanted Tradison to be a thing. So that when Travis came back (hey, that is ALSO Tradison!) he could be all appalled, and they could fight. And noooo Strand would have hated him, and vice versa. You are so right about him actually enjoying the zombie apocalypse! I really kind of liked the choices they made for his character. Non-psychopaths can’t fathom being like him, but it sure is a hoot to watch! Was, I mean, since he is dead.
Yeah, that is what I want to know! Would they just have to wait to teethe? Can they stay alive that long? What happens if they don’t eat? I wondered that. Like- can they starve? Or would they starve, die again, and then reanimate? I really need more science here. Yuck, the kid would NOT be cute. Those creepy eyes, much more drool than usual. And what do you do as a non-zombie parent? Keep it? Chuck it? OH! Another question- if a woman becomes a zombie while pregnant, does she eat her fetus? Is it ALSO a zombie, or can she actually keep it alive? Another reason I need to write for these shows, I ask the hard questions! People are INSANE if they let young kids watch this show. I mean- my kids have watched The 100, but you’ve got to draw the line somewhere, and this is that line!
Yeah exactly- we never saw a body- and even Jake never seemed *totally* sure he was dead. I mean, Daniel was on goddamn fire, and he was just fine. Octavia fell AND got stabbed by Echo and it was a much longer fall so…. if she can make it, I think Travis can too. Maybe Helios will come pick him up. Maybe MORGAN will find him! So many possibilities. But you know it will be some new character who nursed him back to health. Luciana is also alive, no question. They won’t just forget about her, will they? That would be weird and dumb.
You NEVER saw that commercial!? HOW!? That commercial played for a decade straight, I swear. And yeah, I had Kid Sister. I can’t remember if my brother had a My Buddy. But I have pictures of me with Kid Sister somewhere! Oh yeah, I knew Merle’d be back, obviously. And Storm of the Century is AWESOME. It’s long- like, over 4 hours. It was a made-for-TV miniseries, back in like, 1999. My mom and I watched it- I was still in high school- and neither of us could sleep after hahha. I don’t even know where you could find it- I have to look for my old DVD, I will have to bring it with me when I come there if it isn’t available anywhere else!
I am at the farm! I like it. Of course, me liking the farm probably spells doom for the farm. And where the hell is Carol’s plot device, er, I mean daughter? She’s starting to get on my nerves. You have made me curious about here whereabouts though! And I figured Merle had to be coming back, the assholes never stay gone for long! Speaking of Merle, my favorite line from Daryl: “Merle got the clap on occasion” I’m DYING. ? Okay, I think I’m starting to like Daryl. He cared so much about finding Carol’s kid, it was sweet. He doesn’t seem to be a bad guy, really. And he tries to stay positive for the group. ALSO, holy shit, how could Shane DO THAT to Otis?! The hell is wrong with him?! Just kills him to save himself without a second thought!? After Otis saved Shane’s ass again and again!? That was so messed up. Is Shane completely psycho? I think so.
Yesss let’s watch Peeta! Should I start tonight? I can watch an episode! And then I will get back to figuring out whether Carol’s kid is going to try to eat her (signs point to yes, tbh). And then after Peeta, we can do S4 of The 100!
HA yes I think Riverdale will be MUCH more fun and entertaining with alcohol. That is how I should watch it too from now on. I mean, if it doesn’t make the plot *better*, it will at least make it a whole lot funnier! Yeah I agree about the nudity- like okay if it makes sense, fine, but if you are just having a bunch of people running around naked for shock value…. just why? I feel like it probably isn’t a thing that regular actors love to do either, so if it’s not necessary it seems mean haha. That is just my own weird theory though. The lead guy seems SO boring- even in the trailer! Like, it didn’t motivate me to want to watch because I didn’t care about him at all. Seriously, without Anya, it’s doomed. Does the girl from Hamilton have a big role?
Ohhh I cannot wait to see this list of movies! What have you gotten yourself into!?!? 😀
I don’t get it either. Like how can we all be raised in the same country and have different ideals? I have friends who are conservative and all about the guns and hate liberals, etc etc and I just do not get them. And we grew up together FFS. Baffles me. And yes Canada is so close and yet so different! To me it’s common sense- you have assault rifles that are too easy to get, restrict em. You have uninsured people- cover em and take the profit motive out of it. Health care shouldn’t be about making money? Don’t start wars every 5 minutes. Why are these things hard lol? And it does make me wonder about the white people in this country, frankly. I read somewhere that if whites had been the only ones voting Obama would have lost both times. It was the combo of whites and minorities that put him over, and Clinton couldn’t match that. Even though she did better w/ some demographics. So basically we would be Republican all the time if it was up to whites? Again, baffles me.
Oh my, didn’t tell anyone- yikes that is kind of an iffy thing. And yeah carpets, maybe even drapes or wherever it is they can hide. And you’re right- when you think about it hotels are kinda skeevy as a concept. I mean yeah they clean, but we know… how the world works. Are they REALLY getting clean? Although… with you traveling to Michigan at some point or to a book con I don’t want to bitch about hotels too much. 🙂 They freak me out a little now too, I’m all pulling the mattresses up to check em and shit… and yes do not go to the movies if you have bed bugs! Right? Or anywhere! Quarantine! I’ve heard you have to get your house to like 130 degrees or something to get rid of em? Ooh leather seats would help I would think. I imagine the fabric is where they hide…
So you’ve never camped? Oh man you don’t know what you’re missing *rolls eyes* yeah it just gets all muddy and horrible, you know? The tent didn’t leak but as soon as you went outside… everything’s all wet and muddy. And yeah the bathrooms are a mess. I mean camping’s okay if you have, like, a nice camper or a big RV or whatever- I mean it’s still not my thing- but it beats tenting. I would never tent again. And yeah I need a firepit. Then I can have a fire without the shitty parts, you know?
Ooh an egg clutch. Like the turtles that lay em and leave, and then the turtles hatch and race for the sea while birds attack. Maybe the squidsters do that? After all survival of the fittest is probably their credo. And oh my gosh Marthas! Wow we’d be like Auntie Lydia! Hopefully not as sadistic. I wonder if we’d have to set up creative punishments, like where they all get in a circle and beat the living shit out of whoever was bad. Geez we could turn out kinda nasty?!?
Yes Tradison- cause why the fuck not? I mean the world has died, all bets are off right? Maybe he AND Travis are alive, and both show up. that could be good. Troy first so they can have a tryst, then Travis shows up to be jealous- -I like it. And isn’t Troy like the only person we’ve seen actually having fun on this show? I mean who ever laughs right?
“chuck it” lol. Right? You can’t KEEP the fucking thing can you?? But I don’t think it would die cause it’s… already dead? Sorta. I mean on the show they seem to mill around for long periods in between meals, so… do they just kinda exist forever? But would it grow or just stay baby zombie forever? I don’t think they grow?? Clearly we need more answers. A pregnant zombie I would think eats anything alive so… yeah. Ugh. But the kid inside would have to die, right? I mean obviously the zomb can’t nourish it or give birth in any kind of normal way? And what is wrong with us lolol that we are actually discussing this rofl??
Such a good point! Between Daniel and Octavia ANYTHING can be survived at this point.
I never did. Weird huh? But I didn’t watch a lot of TV… unlike now apparently. O.o And I don’t think I ever heard of Storm of the Century either.
I remember being so upset about Carol’s daughter- like the longer it went on the more worried I was that the zombs got her. I was like they’re not gonna do that to a kid are they? When she was running in the river or whatever I was thinking she HAS to get away. And the farm was pretty cool. Oh my gosh right about Merle? That line KILLED me. Dary’s a trip. And a good guy definitely. Smarter than Rick. And Shane- I.HATED.SHANE. Full stop. At least by that juncture.
Okay so I watched the first episode of Future Man, and…um… IDK. Give it a shot and let me know what you think. Cause I’m… not feeling it? Although I did laugh a few times? If you like it let’s do it, otherwise… there’s always the 100 lol.
And I kinda liked Riverdale last night? Shockingly. I mean it’s still bullshit, and Chic must die right now, but… it was okay. But alcohol would definitely improve the show. First of all Alice has lost her mind. Hal hanging with Penelope (he’s not a client) is kinda fun, if wacky? Chic and Alice playing Clue? Aren’t they cozy? Cheryl is an archer- gee do you think THAT will come into play at some point? Who does she end up killing lol? FP and Alice hiding a body together- the two of them with Bughead in the diner. Kinda cool! And Hermione is the boss? It actually was kinda good- I can’t believe I’m saying that! I agree about the nudity- I’m sure the actors dread it. And yeah he sucks. SO boring. I’m gonna try and finish it though, just so I can move on. And to see how Anya does. Who’s the girl from Hamilton? Okay I just looked it up- Renee Elise Goldsberry? She’s Quellcrist in the show, sort of Kovacs’ (he’s the main character) mentor and maybe he was in love with her too? She’s only in flashbacks (at least to this point). She’s okay. I wonder if she’ll turn up still alive? I guess I need to finish it. 🙂
I know… this is gonna be either really fun or really shitty 🙂
It really is weird- especially the differences between people in the same area, with the same general upbringing. Like you and your friends- how exactly does that happen!? I had to unfollow/unfriend so many people from childhood around and after election time. I feel like this is a very underdeveloped area of study. I agree completely about it being common sense. And I guess that’s why it’s become such a fight about morals more than politics- because Republicans straight up don’t give a shit if people get hurt, if people die. It’s all about their fiscal agenda at the end of the day. Guns kill people? Oh well, they make too much money for Republicans. People are uninsured? Then guess they’ll have to die because Republicans don’t want to make room in the budget. And I feel like even the causes that they *claim* have roots in morality (such as abortion) is just because all the rich, evangelical “holier than thou” donors would back out otherwise. I read that too about white people and Obama. Which… makes me hate white people. Which is a conundrum since I am one. I still don’t get how the hell it worked out with Hillary- I mean, there are more non-white people in the country NOW than when Obama won. So did just more shitty white people come out to vote? No idea. But it sucks. And the only GOOD thing is, the country is getting more diverse every year, and of course, younger people of any background are more liberal, so maybe in a few years it will be different. I sure hope, anyway, because I don’t think I can handle more of this nonsense. Even though- do you totally feel like it’s become our “normal”? I do, and it makes me really upset- I felt like, the one thing we needed to NOT do is let this become normalized, and here we are.
Right!? You can’t not tell people! I mean, best case scenario is the landlord finds it and has to pay for it out of their own pocket. Worst case, you’ve just given another family bed bugs because you’re an asshole. And YES- okay first of all, even IF the cleaning in hotels is being done perfectly and flawlessly… there’s shit you just can’t clean! Like mattresses, and carpet and what have you. Add to that, they’re paying people minimum damn wage to clean these gross rooms… how thorough would you be? Because I… would be checking Twitter, watching videos, literally anything but cleaning that nasty room. The good thing is, when I am traveling I am usually too tired to overanalyze the room situation- I mean, it enters my mind, but I am better able to get over it. Because after a long car ride to Michigan and a flight to NOLA… I will give very few fucks as long as the sheets are clean and the shower and toilet look clean. (I never, EVER let the comforter touch me though- don’t they seem extra grimy for some reason? I bring my own easily washable blanket, no question!) And wow, 130 degrees, that is hot! I suppose that is why it’s so expensive, damn. GOOD I am feeling much better about the one movie a year I see in theaters now 😀
NOPE never been camping! I was in girl scouts for one year, but even then we “camped” inside a church. In sleeping bags, but indoors. And I could have lived without that, too. Oh yeah, good point about the mud- and I am sure it gets tracked back into the tent too. Such a hard pass. I agree that an RV would be better but… not by much. Don’t you have to like, empty the bathrooms of those? Pass again. I feel like I can live my whole life without tent camping and be JUST fine. Even if the apocalypse happens, I am going to stay indoors. YES a fire pit would solve all those problems! And then the smell would be easily accessible. Or perhaps I can interest you in one of the 3 “Marshmallow Fireside” candles I have from Bath and Body Works? (Also, it’s probably weird that I have 3 of them, yes?) https://i.imgur.com/Gh7u8rV.jpg
Oh noooo I hope we are more like the nice Martha in June’s house. What is her name? Rita? I mean, we’d obviously be her while we were caring for their little egg clutch. Now all I can think about is people trying to steal them, like in Extinction Trials hahha. But yeah maybe when we raise them they’d want us to be Aunt Lydia- but then that’s when we rebel, I guess. Or become assholes, I suppose it depends!
That is exactly how I felt about Tradison? What’s the difference, everyone else is dead, they’re both consenting adults, I say go for it! I kind of hope Troy is alive too- I mean, we saw him get swept away but that doesn’t really mean he is dead! I like the idea of both him and Travis coming back! OR if Troy doesn’t come back first, he can always come back WITH Travis- they both work together to find her, only Trav doesn’t know that Troy is ALSO in love with her. This could get real soap opera-y in a hurry haha. I liked that Troy had fun! I mean- I didn’t like that he was completely psycho, but had he toned it down juuuust a bit, you know?
Right, you can’t cuddle your zombaby. I mean, you might want to, because you’re wired to love your offspring or whatever, but… Your zombaby WILL eat you. So tough call. Oh good point wiith the zombaby growing! I bet it doesn’t- I think the way the CDC guy showed the brain activity, it couldn’t? So it probably would NEVER actually grow teeth, now that I think about it! SO maybe you CAN cuddle your zombaby! That’s so sweet! And if the pregnant lady dies… yes, I guess the fetus would die- or rather, also become a very primitive sort of zombie? Though- do zombies breathe? Because the zombaby would not be able to breathe in there. (Seriously, this is such a fucked up conversation but I love it ?)
Speaking of zombabies… we gonna see Lori’s? (I found out her name when Monty’s girlfriend got offended by the morning after pill.) Why is no one concerned that this baby could be Shane’s? Because ummm… if my sense of time on this show is right, it could definitely be his? Rick was like “aw no, it’s cool you thought I was dead for 30 seconds, so of COURSE you sleep with my bestie. We’re good, bring it in for a hug!” Which… okay, cool of him, but also… THIS BABY COULD BE SHANE’S. If it comes out swaggering with a baseball cap and a sneer… I mean, I hate to say “told you so, Lori” but…
Yeah that kid has been gone for 7 episodes now, and legit the only reason she’s been gone is so Monty could fall in love, Lori could take a pregnancy test, and everyone could find a bunch of dead folks in a barn. Though I figured kids are probably annoying to have working on shows like this, so I really doubt both Plot Device AND Carl survive. And Carl seems okay so… I don’t hold out much hope for PD at this point. I HATE Merle. Daryl almost died and had that dream/vision of Merle, and Merle said the N word again! STOP IT FFS. And he is MEAN to Daryl. I wish he would stay dead or gone or whatever. And WHY is Andrea sleeping with Shane? FIrst, he’s probably super fertile so cut it out. Second… there are better options, girl! He is an asshole!
I am not surprised that you didn’t hear of Storm of the Century, given your past disdain for network television 😀 But it is kind of fabulous, and it got good reviews and such! Here- https://youtu.be/c3g6AL_QIkc
Future Man… I agree, it was weird hahha. I mean, I am moderately curious though? I think it is supposed to be kind of a spoof, which I can appreciate. What the hell happened to Haley Joel Osment though? I mean, wow, the years have been unkind to that guy. But it’s also really short, and I would definitely keep watching it- mostly just to see what the hell is going on! I mean, the world ends because of herpes?! ? But yes then The 100 because frankly, I miss it. This may be the longest I have gone without watching!
Wowww you liked Riverdale!? I mean, that’s fair because I think I barely watched it so who even knows. I did like the Hal/Penelope thing! Because it’s weird but okay I can live with it. YES the Alice/FP and Bughead thing I think was a CLEAR sign that FP is Chic’s dad. I thought the whole thing with Hermione being the one who planted the “FBI” guy was… Idk, too easy? But overall it wasn’t the worst, I just think wish they had made different choices overall this season. Well, the good thing is, if you finish AC you can just never watch it again. Unless it ends on a good note and gets renewed and you have to do this all over again next year!
And it will probably be really fun AND really shitty! 😀
I feel it’s being normalized too, and I worry about when he’s gone- like will everything be nasty and fucked up like it is now? Because candidates (read republicans) will see that people put up with all this, so it’s okay to lie and use fake news (I mean even more than they do now). Or will it go sort of back to normal and we’ll have a somewhat conventional White House again? That’s my big fear. And I read that depressed black turnout really hurt Clinton. Which is so annoying because why should it be all on them? What’s wrong with white people that they’re voting for Trump??
I’ve wondered too- I think (don’t really know) that parental upbringing has something to do with it. Like one of my friends is a staunch Republican and they’re a big shooting family, so okay maybe that explains his gun thing. Although we had guns and I’m… not? But anyway IDK but knowing his parents I can kinda see why he’s that way? Otherwise I don’t really know. As for me and my friends, we pretty much avoid politics at this stage. We might joke around a little but we know we’re opposites so we don’t really go there?
I think it’s shocking too because I read all that stuff while Obama was president that said that the increasing diversity in America was gonna result in more Dem presidents going forward… and then Trump won. Even though it was by a relatively small number of votes- but still him winning while losing the popular vote is tough. I’m like bring on the diversity if that’s what it takes to have some sanity. Not that that’s the only reason, but you know what I mean. What is wrong w/ the whites???
Lol about cleaning- yeah for that shitty kind of income I’d be like probably not super thorough either. And you know that’s hard work! Can you imagine going down a hallway and cleaning ALL those rooms? I’d see a Do Not Disturb sign and be like thank you, you know?? Hallelujah. And yeah after a long trip the LAST thing you feel like doing is the 100 point bed bug inspection, so true! I hear you. I hate even getting in beds now in hotels though. I kinda want to take a sleeping bag and sleep on top and zip myself all the way in, to keep the fuckers out. Would that work? I dunno. And oh yeah I don’t g to movies much anymore either, and I’m kinda glad?
So… you kinda like the marshmallow fireside smell I’m thinking? 🙂 But I’m with ya. Much cleaner and no irritating campground stuff to deal with. I love scented candles that have an outdoorsy scent, or certain foods (Christmas cookie? My favorite from Yankee). But yes you are missing NOTHING if you do not tent camp. Actually you’re missing a lot of unpleasantness lol. RV camping wouldn’t be much better, I mean you’re not on the ground but unless you have showers in the RV you still have to go to those shitty facilities. Hard pass is right…
I’m sure the adult squidsters would want us to be Lydia, because clearly they’re not very compassionate by nature. Even the weedsters. But they wouldn’t really know what we did because high all the time. I guess it depends on the little squids. Like if they’re malleable and we can train em we’d be nice, but if they’re horrifying little monsters… fuck em. They get the circle treatment. 🙂
Yeah if Troy dials that shit down a bit I can get onboard with him. Everyone is always trying to hang onto the old values and preserve the old world, and Troy’s like fuck it, whatever the hell we want. Ha ha I couldn’t resist! Have a little fun, right? So I’d be cool with him surviving. Travis not so much though- I mean I liked him, mostly, but I don’t miss him? But then I’ve only ever really liked Madison, Alicia and strand (eventually) on this show…
Zombaby… I like that. Never growing teeth- that poor thing will just never be able to get a proper meal. sad really. I don’t know about the breathing thing! That’s a good question. I mean just how “alive” are they at this point? Oh and I almost forgot but TWD does address what happens to, um, kids that are turned a little later when you meet the next big villain… he sort of has a hard time letting go? I’ll leave it at that… 🙂
I totally think the baby is Shane’s, actually. I think Rick knows it too, and even acknowledges that at some point. Such a sad sordid state of affairs with those people.
I can’t say anything about the farm at this point because… well you’ll know. When THAT moment happens we’ll talk. 🙂 You might be already there. And yeah isn’t Monty and whats her name sweet? Aww. Merle is horrible, true, and Andrea… I just shook my head at her and Shane. I usually like Andrea but sometimes…
Storm of the century doesn’t look bad from that trailer! Clearly there’s something not right about THAT storm…
I didn’t even realize Haley Joel Osment was in it?? Shows what I know! And, um, okay ha ha. Should I go on to episode 2 then? And you haven’t been watching The 100? We need to fix that! Plus I won’t lie, I miss it like nobody’s business too.
I actually kind of did and I’m not even sure why. I mean I kinda thought Archie was dumb for spilling the beans to Hiram, but then he “passed” their test and is in, so maybe… not so dumb? Except now he’s a criminal. Which I don’t really see as his character. Not that I care that much because he’s like the least interesting character on the show, but still… and I know what you mean, I don’t like much of anything they’ve done this season. I think they should have gone more with the fallout of the Blossom revelations, Cheryl fighting her mom for control, th supernatural elements… instead of some second rate mafioso storyline. And even though I hate Chic I love the idea of FP and Alice having this little secret… 🙂
Okay so Altered carbon got… marginally better? And nude Anya made an appearance. Or several appearances, as she has multiple cloned bodies that attack one of the lead characters while… naked. Completely naked. So yeah that happened. Don’t leave anything to the imagination people! And she suddenly has a HUGE role in the story. Oh and get this! Zoe and some other chick from The 100 were on! I almost didn’t recognize Zoe, she looks different (older, obvs) but she was kinda kick ass? And the other woman played Sonya Hassler on The 100, but I can’t remember who that was, although it sounds familiar? Who is Sonya Hassler???? According to IMDB she showed up in episode 4×12? So I was like shit, it’s like a 100 reunion of secondary characters!!!
The other thing is the Asian guy who plays Kovacs in the flashbacks is SO much better and more compelling. They should have kept him as Kovacs for the whole series and the show would have been so better. Basically he’s originally Asian but when he gets re- sleeved (they call transferring consciousness into a new body “sleeving”) he got a Caucasian body- the dipshit who plays the lead. Who sucks, as I’ve mentioned. So episode 7 was largely flashbacks with the Asian guy and Anya and it was like a different show!
So I’m gonna finish up AC maybe tonight? or maybe read some more Vault of dreamers, because that’s starting to get good???
That is such a good point- what happens with the next person (you know, assuming we, as a country, make it that far hah)? Because yeah, this has created such an awful and unprecedented complacency- how do you just go back to pre-Trump? I honestly don’t think you can. It’ll either be, okay, this is how ridiculous we are now, OR it’ll be overcorrection, or something, but we will absolutely no longer be able to have faith in elected officials. And not just in the “politicians are crooked” way. That fills me with rage that they have the audacity to try to blame black people. Like come ON, how about you blame the white people who elected the piece of shit! I can’t with this nonsense anymore. It’s exhausting.
I think that the whole political differences thing boggles my mind extra because of my brother. I mean, my parents have always been Democrats, and for him to suddenly be all Team Douchebag, it doesn’t make sense. Because like- my dad owns guns but that doesn’t make him vote for assholes, you know? I can *kind of* see when someone’s family and all they have ever known is one party, it at least makes sense. Like you said wiith your friend and his parents, that makes sense. It isn’t great, but it makes sense. Reminds me of my best friend in college- she was a Republican, mostly because her parents were, and I could never figure her out. She was pro-choice, a scientist, had lots of friends of all different backgrounds and religions and such… yet… she still voted Republican. We aren’t that close anymore, so I have no idea what she did in this past election- I assume just didn’t vote, I’ve never seen her actively praise Trump, at least, but she always confused me. Her values didn’t seem to match her vote, you know? It must be kind of hard though for you to NEVER talk about it with your friends. Because I know for me, it comes up on the regular with people- especially when there’s something happening in the news.
And yeah, I totally agree. Any demographic that is going to be NON shitty? I want more of that around. I think young people will be a big one in the next election too- they seem so aware, especially all the stuff that has been going on since the FL shooting. But these kids shouldn’t have to fix these problems, it makes me sad. But I guess, we too are left fixing the problems that the Boomers left, so… guess maybe that’s just how the world works these days? I agree that it was shocking too that Trump won despite the demographics suggesting otherwise. I really think that a LOT of Democrats took for granted that Hillary would win. And I think a lot of Trump supporters didn’t say so publicly, but DID go to the polls. So it was just the perfect storm that resulted in… well, this fucking mess. And you KNOW it was the white people who fucked up- all the “Bernie Bros” who refused to vote for Hillary, all the white women who threw away their votes on third party candidates. It boils down to stupidity- the stupid people who voted for Trump, and the stupid people who didn’t vote AGAINST him.
Right? Minimum wage to clean up someone else’s filth? Nope. And it HAS to be hard work- I mean, I don’t want to clean my own house, let alone 100 people’s rooms or whatever! And it isn’t just a light cleaning- they have to scrub the bathrooms, and deal with the garbage, and change all the bedding, vacuum, goodness, it’s a nightmare! I always leave the Do Not Disturb sign up because I don’t want anyone to have to clean up after me. I’ll grab some extra towels at the desk and call it a day, I’m good. UGH that is such a good point- who wants to have to check for bed bugs after all that!? I mean- I do, but then I give up and then worry that I wasn’t thorough enough. So… I should probably just do a better job checking to begin with? Ummm I don’t think the sleeping bag would work, sadly. Unless you slept in like, a tent on the ground in a sleeping bag? Because they could like… crawl onto your head? And even though they couldn’t probably live on the outside of the sleeping bag, it would be super easy for one of those assholes to slide on into the fabric part. And then you’re trapped. In a hot sleeping back with ALL the bugs. And that is how horror movies start. Probably.
I really did not know that I liked the marshmallow fireside smell *that* much, but I was like “I swear I have a candle that smells like a fire!” and sure enough, I had THREE. Oops? I think I have a candle problem ? Oooh Christmas Cookie sounds GOOD. I like any fruity ones, anything that smells like dessert, I have lots of outside ones… My brother actually bought me a tobacco one for Christmas which… is weird because I don’t like tobacco? But it actually smells good. (I legit thought it would smell like cigarettes bwhaha but it does not- smells outdoorsy!) Hell, all this talk makes me need to light a candle. Went with Guava Colada, partially because it was sitting close by, partially because it was 70 degrees today and I went out in flip flops. Yeah the RV camping doesn’t even seem much better- you have such a tiny amount of space! I mean, maybe if it is only one or two people it could work, but definitely no more than that. And only if it is one of the fancy RVs with a jetted tub and shit. (Seriously, NEVER camping haha.)
Oh yeah, the squids WANT us to be Lydia, but they’re too lazy to actually patrol us. This is how the revolution begins- with their complacency and ineptitude. Gotta look out for the ass-kisser, tattletale squid who won’t get with the program and tries to rat us out to his parents. We’ll make sure someone eats him.
Troy meets Bellamy Blake, I like it 😀 Seriously though- why hang on!? Troy had the right idea, even if he took it too far. I want him to be alive. I don’t think he is, but I wish he was. Travis… I kind of feel you? Like- I was sad that he died but I haven’t really noticed his absence, either. But maybe if they wrote it the right way, it could work? I agree about Madison, Strand, and Alicia- but I must say I do have a soft spot for Nick. I just… I don’t know, he is just such a mess of a human, and I felt kind of bad for him. And I think he has more to offer, lots of potential.
Ooooh my goodness, you have me very excited to find out about this next villain! I love the vague clues, makes it so fun to keep watching 😀 I am so glad they address kids more! I think they don’t have to breathe- because Shane shot that one zombie in the heart and the lungs, the one Hershel had on the pole? And she kept walking. So… guess that answers that. Makes sense, I guess, because people died from like, heart attacks or whatever and ended up zombies, so their heart clearly wasn’t still working. Idk why they have so much blood then, though. Science is not really the strong suit of this show.
YESSSS I so want it to be Shane’s! I mean- I wouldn’t want Shane to actually reproduce, but since it’s fictional, yes please. Shane thinks it’s Shane’s, but I wouldn’t expect any less from his douchey self. Does she lose the baby after this car accident? That was really stupid by the way.
So, THE FARM. Here is what has happened at the farm: they found the barn, Shane opened the barn like the piece of shit that he is, and they re-killed all of Hershel’s family. AND then Sophia. But fucking Shane, was he man enough to kill Sophia? NOPE, made Rick do it. And THEN- okay, what the fuck went on in that bar? Where Rick killed Dave and Dave’s friend? Why did Rick kill them? I didn’t see Dave pull a gun or anything, unless I missed it? Now they’re holed up in the bar because Dave’s friends have come a-knocking. And Monty misses his girlfriend. They ARE cute- I love that he said he told about the barn to save her! That was the sweetest! I have a feeling this is going to end in heartbreak, though.
OH speaking of Andrea. What is the deal with her and Dale? Why is Dale so damn protective of her, and ONLY her? Is he… in love with her? I am so lost. Speaking of Dale, Storm of the Century IS good! I mean, it’s older at this point of course, but I loved it.
Yesss. Haley Joel Osment was the “urethra swabber” doctor hah. And yes, watch episode 2! I did last night. It was… weird. This show is really freaking weird. But it was funny too. I have no idea what to make of it, not gonna lie. Yeah I haven’t watched The 100 in at least a month. I think that’s a record! I was at the end of S3 when I started FTWD, and then I figured I’d just wait for you to watch S4!
Archie is such a lackluster character. I think that might be my biggest problem with the show. The side characters are SO much better than the main dude! I don’t see him as a criminal either. Can you see that dumbass in prison!? I agree- the Blossom fallout would have been a MUCH better route. It was part of the attraction of the show to begin with- murder mystery, family secrets. Now… I don’t care about Archie and the FBI, I just don’t! Oh SAME about Alice and FP! That is the ONLY thing I like about Chic’s existence! And I want to see Hal blow up over it too!
I have no words for multiple naked Anyas. Just… why? I mean, especially while attacking someone? I am so curious! I mean, I don’t want to suffer through the show to find out but… still curious. Like just for the sake of protecting yourself, you’d think clothing would be a must? Wow, I didn’t know that Monroe was in this! I looked up some pictures of her, and wow, she does look older! She’s 32, pretty impressive that she played a 16 year old all those years! Okay, is it awful that I know exactly who Sonya Hassler was? So remember when Kane started picking names out of the bowl in The Chosen? Well- she was one of them. She hugged her husband or whatever when her name was called. But her role was super small and now she is dust in the wind.
Oh wow. Why did they not just use the better actor!? Maybe people will take notice of this and they will… fix it? Can he be… re-sleeved into his old Asian guy body? I am glad it has gotten a bit better though- and that you are almost done with it if it still ends up being meh 😀 Glad that Vault of Dreamers is good too! The second book was my favorite- things get so weird! The third one is pretty cool too, as a concept. I started reading Dread Nation, which is about Civil War-era zombies, and I think I might be having a zombie “moment”. The last time I read a zombie book was probably… 2013? And now here I am, reading them, binge watching them.. hah!
Right? Will we even make it that far? Good point. And basically any Republican is probably going to be horrible, since there’s like a total of maybe 2 that don’t completely suck. So until we get a Dem… not that they’re much better, but compared to R’s they’re golden. But yeah that’s my big fear- do we come back from this?? And it IS exhausting- we’re on our second year now and he doesn’t even get better. Can you imagine working with him?
And it is tough, because of my close friends two are that way. It does make conversations uncomfortable. And I imagine it would be REALLY tough to have that kind of disagreement with a sibling. I feel for ya. I honestly don’t know my sisters political leanings, but I imagine she’s be a Democrat… I can’t imagine her supporting Trump- but who knows?
You never know with people sometimes. My parents were always Dems too, mostly, but my dad is gone now and my mom votes evangelical. Which I have nothing against evangelicals, except I don’t know how they vote for the guy!
They are saying though that party loyalty trumps just about everything else, so yeah if you think of yourself as a R you’re going to vote for whoever, even if they’re awful. I guess? That seems to be what a lot are saying now. So even though they may think this guy doesn’t share my values, I’m going with him because the Dems are worse. Except they’re not, but they listen to FOX News or whatever and think they are. I saw something just today that talked about how articles read by evangelicals painted Hillary as totally evil.
Yup the young people will save the country! I think it’s striking how liberal the younger generation seems to be. I mean the average age of a FOX News viewer is 68, I guess, so clearly they’re not brainwashing the young people! And yes I agree- a lot of Trump voters voted for him but didn’t admit it. Which tells you something right there! If they’re proud of their vote why lie??
Lol oh my that’s horrible. Trapped in a sleeping bag with those bastards. Noooooo… horror movie for real. Come out all bitten up and probably slavering at the mouth because now they’re rabid or something… it’s like TWD all over again. Zombie apocalypse started by bed bugs.
70? Dang- nice. We hit 58-ish. Rained all day tho. But it was WARM. You know, relatively. And guava colada? Sounds nice. Is that like pina colada? Which I love. And I can see where tobacco might smell good, if it’s outdoorsy. I mean I like legit LOVE the smell of a fire, or burning leaves. Burning leaves are the BEST. We used to burn them when I was a kid and I would inhale that shit, it’s awesome. And apparently not very good for you, but whatever. Who knew? That is like the best smell in the world. And dude Christmas Cookie is the bomb!
Yeah there’s always one. But I agree- squids are by nature not really detail oriented perhaps so the revolution has a chance. Humanoids unite! All 10 of us that are left … at least the world won’t be too crowded?!?
Exactly! I haven’t really been thinking gee if travis was here they would have this shit DOWN. He was a little too wishy-washy. Troy *nods*. And Nick… I’m not a fan, but I can see why you like him, he’s not BAD. He has his moments too. I think his whole drug addict thing turned me off. But I do think he and Alicia can make a good team if they work together.
actually I hated the next villain- but maybe you’ll like him more. I thought he was SO irritating! You’ll see what I mean. But I’m trying really hard not to spoil you because obviously that would suck. And you are right! Science is not the strong suit for sure. It’s all quite iffy really! Why EXACTLY does any old head shot just kill em outright? If they’re dead why does the brain apparently still work? I mean it doesn’t WORK in a regular sense but enough that that’s what kills em? It’s all fuckery really. Oh my gosh Shane reproducing is scary!!
Okay so you know about Sophia now. That’s what I didn’t want to spoil. That broke me a bit- all the time they were looking for her she was in the barn, already a zombie. Poor Carol. Totally fucked up. And yeah I only vaguely remember the bar, but I thought at the time it kind of made sense for Rick to do that, because those guys were gonna be trouble? But I could be wrong, it’s been a while. This might be where Rick starts to get harder edged, more ruthless- which is something that people debate about him as the sh ow wears on. Is he ruthless enough, or too much? He definitely changes.
I liked Dale, and I think he did have a thing for Andrea. Even if it was just a protective thing. You’re at the point in the show where everyone is still together and it’s like the original group. Which is nice because later when new people arrive it does change the dynamic a bit.
THAT was the urethra swabber? Which feels weird even to type. But… wow. Had NO idea. Okay I’ll watch 2. This show is gonna be a trip I think. And yes after this we need to start the 100 S4. It’s time!! Ha ha I think I miss it big time. 🙂
YES to the Blossom fallout. I am so here for that. I mean Cheryl, Penelope and Hal? The possibilities are endless! And yes I can’t wait to see Hal go apeshit over FP…
The multiple naked Anya’s were clones, and they were coming out of their pods or whatever, hence the nudity. And you know, because nudity. But she’s buck naked and fighting and getting shot… smh. Crazy time. I finished it though! I am DONE with Altered Carbon baby! Frickin woot. And it ended… okay? Oh and Valerie (one of the Pussycats) from Riverdale is in it, and has a fairly large role in the finale. Like a knife throwing ninja badass. And Anya is horrible- like totally nasty. She plays that pretty well. 🙂 Ah okay so THAT is Sonya Hassler. Well she was in AC and didn’t last long there either, but still… kinda cool. Monroe is 32?? Wow she looked so much younger in the 100…
The show would have been MUCH better if they had just used the Asian guy. And even though it got better, I’m so glad to be done! Now I’m gonna finish The Gifted and do Future Man and… then the 100. Yay! Vault of dreamers was a trip, I love that there’s a hidden room with formerly dead people hooked up to wires. That’s my kinda shit right there. So obviously I’m glad you sent me those or I might not have gotten to these for who knows how long? I might start the second one tonight. Quite a cliffhanger too. I’m assuming she is now going to be in someone else’s body??
Ha you are all zombies all the time now! Did you ever read This Is Not A Test by Courtney Summers? I don’t read zombie stuff normally but I liked that one.
Hahah wow, you found two? That’s impressive! In seriousness, there ARE some who don’t seem to suck, but I feel like those are as disgusted with other Republicans as we are? I wonder if they still will consider themselves Republicans after this nightmare? And it’s bad because now whoever comes after knows how low the bar is- so they don’t even have to DO much for us to just… not hate them. It’s all a very scary precedent. And seriously, howwww is this the second year? Sometimes it feels like yesterday, and sometimes it feels like forever. I don’t know how people work with him! I assume they are soulless? I mean- some of these people have to be, they spend all day just flat out lying and making up excuses for that scumbag. Makes them just as- or maybe even more- complicit.
Yeah, having two close friends with opposing views WOULD be tough- I certainly don’t envy that situation! I think actually, it might be easier with my brother? Because first, he’s family so I don’t have much of a choice but to put up with him, and second, I think a lot of it is an act for him. (I am still convinced that he didn’t vote- he has never once claimed to have voted for Trump, because I don’t think he actually could. He talks a big game, you know?) Whereas with friends… you have to work harder to keep those relationships. So wait- you have no idea what your sister’s political stance is? Is it just something you avoid talking about? Oh wow, that is really interesting that your mom switched it up after your dad died! Do you think she always had those leanings? I agree- nothing wrong with people being into religion and such, but in my opinion, every major religion out there have core beliefs that unequivocally contradict supporting Trump. I think it’s sad because a lot of religious folks I think really believe they’re doing the right thing, but unfortunately don’t have the facts. They trusted Republicans for so long, but the Republican Party betrayed them and sold out their beliefs. Actually, it kind of makes me mad on their behalf.
And yeah- it DOES seem like the parties are SO far apart politically that I can *almost* understand why people would vote for someone they didn’t like as opposed to the other party. ALMOST. I mean- I’d have voted for Bernie, even though I don’t like him, and I don’t think he would have made a good president, but only because the other option is literally evil. But had it been like, reverse? And WE had the shitty candidate? No way would I vote for actual Satan just because he called himself a Democrat! And absolutely, the misinformation that people were getting was unreal. It’s such a vicious cycle, too- the more awful news the people hear, the less likely they are going to be to turn on another news source, and so FOX can continue its ridiculousness basically unopposed.
Holy crap, 68!? I mean- I knew they were largely old, but DAMN- that is nuts. Ironically, the Republicans are killing off the very elderly people who vote for them with their lack of health care and other social support for seniors. They’re gonna be pissed when the only people left are young kids who are sick of being poor so old white guys can be rich, and who are sick of being shot at. Like- we’re at the point where the younger generations have literally nothing left to lose. Like okay, so the stock market will do worse? No one CARES because no one has any money anyway! So hey, maybe there IS light at the end of this really awful tunnel!
YESSSS bed bugs probably DO start the zombie apocalypse! You get trapped in the bag, they eat right the hell through your flesh and organs, and then BAM, you’re a zombie. This is my new headcanon for TWD/FTWD. Because no one will ever give me an actual answer, so there it is.
Yeah it was 75 today! SO NICE. And tomorrow… 30 with sleet and freezing rain. Sigh, my flip flops were fun while they lasted. Yep, guava colada is like a pina colada but also with guava. Whatever kind of weird ass fruit that even is, but it smells good, and I would drink the cocktail of it. Ah, yes, my dad used to burn leaves all the time too! Embarrassing story: It made me sad. I’d think about all the poor, dead leaves and be really bummed that they were burning ? But yes, the smell is lovely! Such a sign of fall. And I do love the Christmas Cookie scent but… it also always makes me REALLY want cookies, so that’s tough.
No, that’s true, the world would not be crowded. We’d have our pick of houses. Best bet is to probably go inland- some shitty state like Kansas or something, where the squids would stay far away from- especially if they think they’d already cleaned it out!
HA exactly, Travis made some dumb decisions anyway. Though he WAS very handy at fixing crap. Maybe he could have helped fix crap. But yeah, doesn’t exactly mean he needs to be around hah. Nick… ugh, like, I hate his drug use obviously, and his selfishness. But at heart, he seems like a good guy- and smart. Like he has street smarts that none of the rest of them have. And he just seems… broken, and I feel bad I guess. I am interested to see where they take the family dynamic now that he sacrificed himself too.
Oh NO, I don’t want to hate the next villain! I hope I don’t. I agree, I don’t want to be spoiled, especially since it is SO hard to stay away from spoilers the way it is, like come on “journalists”, write your headlines better! And YES- so when CDC doc showed us the brains of the undead, there was only that small flicker, remember? It showed how the front of the brain is totally dead, and it’s pretty much only the brain stem that had activity. So… if the STEM was still intact, why would a head wound kill them!?
Sophia WAS rough. I remember when they first showed the barn, I thought “shit, she’s in there, isn’t she?” but then a few days went by, people had been in and out, so I figured she wasn’t. And then… there she is. Why is Daryl being such an ass to Carol? Carol is like, being SO sweet to him even though SHE has every right to be a wreck. He’s pissing me off. Yeah- Rick just said to Dave’s “friends” that he pulled a gun on him first, so I guess I just missed that. Now they have that stupid fucking kid who shot at them, Hershel saved him or whatever, and Shane and Rick are dumping him at that center… only not really because he once had Spanish class with Maggie ? And Shane and Rick just had “the talk”. I don’t WANT to feel bad for Shane but damn it, I DO. I don’t even know why- I think because Lori and Rick have wayyyy less chemistry than she does with Shane, oopsie?
Ugh, I figured that the group would change, branch apart, etc. Which kind of sucks. I like it the way iit is! Dale is weird about her. I don’t understand how/if any of these people knew each other before the zombies either. I hope they tell me someday.
Hahah YEP, that was him ? (It IS a weird phrase to write!) And I watched episode 3 last night- there was one point where I laughed so hard I cried, and Idk if it was even that funny or I was just overtired but there’s a moment with a focus group that KILLED me. It’s such a stupid show, but in a smart kind of way I guess? And yessss, The 100! I miss it a lot too. And only two months to go, doesn’t even leave us much time, YAY!
Oh crap, Riverdale was on tonight, wasn’t it? I guess I should watch that too. Maybe. We’ll see. Though I probably should before I forget too much about the last one!
Ohhhh well. At least the pods made SOME kind of sense. Even though they really just did it hoping for people to tune in to see naked Dichen. YAY for being done! Did it get good? Or just… less awful? OH! I did read that about Valerie somewhere! HA I love that Anya is horrible- I think she does do an amazing job in those roles. Poor Sonya Hassler, dead in ALL the futures ? Seriously, Katie Stuart is impressive at playing a kid!
UGH when will they learn!? Keep the Asian guy, damn it! I am definitely skipping that show. Anything where you are happy it’s over (and not in the “wow, that was satisfying!” way) is not a good situation. How many more episodes of The Gifted do you have? And RIGHT, how creepy is Vault of Dreamers!? So messed up. I am glad you’re liking them! And…. kind of. You’ll have to wait and seeeee. It’s interesting how the whole thing turns out!
OH! I really wanted to read This is Not a Test! I have it, I should read it soon. I mean, after maybe a few non-zombie books 😀
Yeah it’s crazy. Like that whackjob press secretary he has- how does she live with herself? Or, even scarier, do they believe what they’re saying? That’s the scary part. But she’s supposed to be a Christian (Mike Huckabee’s daughter) and I’m like *snort* how does a christian even work for the guy?? That chief of staff seems like a douchebag too. Who am I kidding, they all are??
My sister and I aren’t super close, there’s a lot of history there and she’s kinda struggled with things. I mean we talk but not a lot? So while I have a feeling about her political thoughts I don’t actually KNOW how she feels about 2016, you know? And it’s not like I don’t WANT to talk to her, we just… sorta don’t, a lot. We live pretty different lives. We get along fine, we’re just pretty different. And my mom just sorta became more evangelical in the last few years- they divorced years ago. I do think she had those leanings though. And yes- I totally agree! It’s like the evangelicals stay with the Republican party even as it careens into a ditch! I don’t get though why they don’t wake UP??
*nods* I woulda voted for Bernie too, even though I think he’s too old. But I love that Bernie’s supporters were largely young people- so many young people seem to be questioning capitalism and are open to new things. Because let’s face it our system has had some serious issues, I mean look at our society. So yeah. But I mean if the democrat were a clusterfuck and the Republican was reasonable, I’d vote for em. I consider myself an independent anyway, it just seems like the Democrat is usually the more human candidate???
Ha ha right? It all started in a hotel somewhere, some douchebag had bed bugs and stayed there and some poor sucker in his sleeping bag was consumed, and out popped a zomb. It was all fucking over from there.
Yeah it was cold again today *sigh* so horrible. Once my flip flops come out I don’t wanna put em back, you know?? Guava I don’t think I’ve ever had, but I’m sure it’s good. And aww that’s sad about the leaves. It’s funny as kids the things we get sad about, isn’t it? But it kinda makes sense too?
Can you imagine having the whole world to choose from? Kansas should be reliably squid free, I agree, although they get tornadoes. But yeah gotta stay away from water, I suppose. They probably overrun Florida, with all the swamps and shit, and we KNOW Louisiana is compromised! Everybody’s all conservative n the South anyway so fuck that lol, even if there’s only a few of em. The apocalypse is bad enough without having to deal with Trumpers. Maybe Europe, although getting across the ocean would be tough. But all the cool places wouldn’t be crowded!
Ah I forgot about that, at the CDC. You’re right, that doesn’t make sense. And unfortunately the next big villain is lame, if you ask me, but that’s all I’ll say. And stuff DOES happen, so there’s that. I don’t think I thought of Sophia being in the barn? Or maybe I did, I don’t remember. But yeah Daryl can be surly at times, IDK. Shane and Rick *soap opera city* and yeah Rick and Lori seem… forced? Not a lot of chemistry there…
I like the group too. Later when some people leave/ die and others arrive the show gets less… cohesive, I guess? And less realistic? The early days are the best, I think, when they;re in Georgia and all together and it’s all new. I think you’re in the best part of the show, right now, even with some of the crap. Up through S3 and maybe even a little beyond… then it gets iffy. but maybe you’ll like it!
Okay I finished Vault of Dreamers and read half of Rule of Mirrors so I watched nothing last night! Tonight hopefully. Glad that Future Man is funny tho! And yes it’s been so long since The 100 was on that S4 is gonna feel fresh again! And Riverdale… sigh. I missed it too. I’ve been watching it the day after lately anyway though, so that’s okay. Will this week suck? that’s the question…
Yeah I kind of felt bad for Dichen. It’s like the same way with the actress who played Daenerys on Game of Thrones- they made her do full nudity and if you like doing that, fine, but I imagine most don’t and it’s just gratuitous. Poor Dichen had to run around multiple times fully nude and get shot etc. Kind of silly. Let the girl have a scrap of something, right? FFS. But they had male nudity too, which is at least more balance since usually they don’t. Not that I’m looking for that lol, but you know. Anyway… good riddance to that. It DID get better, but it’s still roughly 10 hours of my life gone. So yeah… and Valerie looked EXACTLY the same, it was so weird seeing a Pussycat slitting throats.
Yeah it’s a good one to skip. The few really good moments are not worth the time investment, trust me. And The Gifted… let’s see, I think I’m on episode 5? So I have 7 to go. I’m gonna try to knock those out this week, more or less. I’m feeling newly motivated. Mainly I want to see how they handle the Stepford Cuckoos (I love saying that, it’s fun). I hope they’re creepy AF. And yes VoD IS creepy- I’m loving that. Linus is a douche, apparently, I liked him at first but then he makes her reveal what she knows on the show, and humiliated her basically. Yeah he came back to help her but now in book two he’s all like why are you calling me? What a fuck nut. But I’m loving it. Now she’s in Thea’s body and I’m like WTF? I wasn’t expecting the dual POV’s! But I love the concept of dream mining/ seeding. So unique!
This Is Not A Test was great. Now watch you won’t like it ha ha. But I did enjoy it, especially since the MC has issues with does she even WANT to survive- I thought that was a neat wrinkle. I definitely will read more Courtney Summers.
Oh my goodness, she was EXACTLY who I was thinking of when I said that! Is she not the most disgusting? Especially when she uses her kids to defend him, I want to punch her in the throat. I don’t think she believes what she’s saying. She just… I think she has this feeling of superiority to everyone, and so she thinks we will all just buy her lies because she is telling them to us. She might believe in the party, but there’s no way that anyone in that inner circle doesn’t know what a useless, delusional piece of crap Trump is. No way. They just don’t care because it benefits them. And YES, they are all douchebags- anyone who has lasted this long has to not have a soul, right?
Aw, I’m sorry about your sister. That’s hard. I imagine it’s even harder since you don’t agree with your mom, so it definitely wouldn’t be brought up much. Does she live near you? It’s hard- siblings are sometimes just SO, so different. My brother and I are the same way- we just have less than nothing in common. But I see him a lot just because I see my parents a lot, you know? Otherwise, it scares me how little we’d talk. Like- I did his taxes for him and that was the most he’d contacted me in the last year ? And then I know people who are best friends with their siblings, and I wonder… how does it happen? Wow, that is really interesting that it’s just been a few years that your mom has become evangelical! I guess I don’t know many statistics about that sort of thing- it’s kind of fascinating though! And YES- why can’t they just… see what is happening? Because I am sure most of them are decent, honest people, and it’s quite a shame that a lot of them will probably look back on this, years from now, with regret. (I cannot wait for historians to rip Trump a new one hahha.)
I DO agree that Bernie had a really positive impact on young people’s participation in politics. It just makes me a bit stabby that it took an old white guy to do it- the black man and the woman weren’t enough for them? I feel like the good thing about all of this is that the sense of “eh, I don’t have to vote” complacency is over. At least for now hah. And that *should* work in the Democrat’s favor- I suppose we’ll see for sure in November. Oh wow, I didn’t realize you considered yourself an Independent! I know in PA, you can’t vote in primaries as an Independent- is it the same there? I think I can honestly say I have never voted for a Republican, but that is mostly because I have been a lazy voter in the past? I guess- all the bigger elections I have just felt strongly in favor of the Dems, and in the smaller elections I wasn’t informed enough and just voted straight party.
HA maybe that needs to be a new prequel series for TWD. They do those weird web series, I could pitch this idea! Bed bugs that contain some sort of chemical that reanimates the brain stem without blood flow. It’s from…. radiation. Praimfaya Bugs.
Same, same, it was 30 and sleeting and NO please no. It’s supposed to be rainy and cold all weekend. I basically will wear flip flops any time there isn’t snow on the ground. I actually used to wear them even if there WAS snow on the ground, but now I have a bit more sense 😀 Idk if guava tastes good, but it sure as hell smells good. And I’d drink its flavor so probably is good. Right? Kids are weird. But I might have been next-level weird? I feel like I STILL get weirdly sad sometimes about odd things, but definitely nothing like when I was a kid. When we moved, I hugged our chimney, and my mom had to like, pry me away from the house. ?
I was JUST about to type that we should go to Europe, screw Kansas, and I saw that you had the same thought! Exactly! Like- okay, admittedly, it would be harder to escape, but it’s possible. And some landlocked nation would be easy enough to find. Basically- we go to like… Idk, Maine or something, because the squid probably don’t go there in the winter, they don’t like the cold. So get a boat, sail across. And then we can go to… Prague. Because that is super in the middle, and the cthulhu don’t care about its old world charm and millennia of history. But we could!
The next big villain better not be the damn kid that they’re letting go free. Or people from his group. Because I swear, if they went through ALL that only for the kid/group to come back, I am going to rage. SPEAKING OF. I was just emotionally traumatized at the hands of this damn show. First I’ve got the weepies over Dale fighting to save that kid, THEN I get to watch Dale DIE?! That’s rude. I was so Team Dale during that argument. And I was really happy that Andrea sided with him in the end, especially considering the outcome. Also, is Carl a tiny sociopath?
I love this group, so I am definitely sad for it to end. I guess I see why it has to, but ugh. I don’t want to meet a bunch of randos I don’t care about. And now I am pissed that Dale is dead and Monty will be following. And you know- I feel like I want to smack Lori. Why does she ALWAYS defer to Rick?! Even when she doesn’t agree with him… she “agrees”. And yelling at Andrea for not doing laundry? “Let the men defend the camp.” Like it’s not 1953, bitch. Bet she’d vote for Trump. I seriously do not find her likable in the least.
Oh wow, that is a lot of reading! I skipped Future Man last night, because I had to catch up on The Challenge- I was afraid of Twitter spoilers- and then I was going to watch Riverdale but it wasn’t new. It won’t be back until March I think I saw. I wasn’t sad. OH speaking of The 100! I saw this today, from EW: “In addition to the arrival of a ship full of prisoners, and finding her friends, Clarke will have a lot more to worry about in season 5. I’ve heard that her “daughter,” Madi, will form a bond that worries Clarke. Make of that what you will.” GAHHH who do you think it is? The guesses I have seen are Echo or Octavia. And Gaia, too some have said. I don’t know, I feel it could be more complicated than that.
YES I mean, no one goes into acting thinking “man, I really can’t wait to do naked stunts in front of the free world”. And especially like- you can imagine all the crude and indecent things they must hear from people too. And YES- If I am going to be stabbed at and shot at or whatever, I’d like some fabric for protection, at the very least! HA they had men running around like this too? It seems SO ridiculous, I can’t ? I mean, I agree that the balance is good! But NO ONE needs to be swordfighting nude! You know, maybe Riverdale should take that into account- Josie and the Murdercats. Beats whatever garbage they’ve been throwing at us.
I agree, I don’t need to spend time on a show for a couple decent moments. I wonder if it’ll get a second season. WOuld you watch it? Yikes, 7 more to go for The Gifted sounds rough. I feel like that was renewed, yes? I hope your Cuckoos are nice and creepy too 🙂 Because otherwise… it may be a loooong 7 episodes! YESSS I loved the introduction of Thea! I didn’t expect that either. People seem to either love or hate that plot point, but I loved it. I am so glad you’re liking them!
Nah, I will like it! I do agree, I LOVE that there is a mental health component- it’s never seen in non-contemporary books. I just realized I have never read one of Courtney Summers’s books! That needs to be changed, I have two of them. And have heard nothing but great things. I finished Dread Nation last night- such an interesting take on zombies!
She’s horrible. Can’t stand her! Or any of them really. You’re right, all they care about is they’re in power, and can get what they want. Which pretty much involves dismantling anything that helps people.
My sister lives about two hours away. We’re total opposites, so yeah. She’s just made some tough choices, you know? She lived here for a while to try and get herself back on track, but… it didn’t work. We gt along fine we just don’t… talk much I guess? It’s too bad though. It’s way worse with her and mom because moms and daughters I guess. As her brother I can let her live her life, even if she does questionable things, but I guess it’s harder when you’re a mom and your kid is that way. Oh did you see the new indictments today? Man that guy Manafort is in deep shit. But it sounds like he’s been a criminal basically for a while, so karma bitch. lol I wouldn’t want Mueller and his band of sharks, er, lawyers on my case. They’re gonna find whatever and go for the kill. Which I heartily approve! But yeah his report is gonna be interesting. All the conservative sites are like oh he’s casting his net too wide, it’s not even about Russia, but what they fail to understand (or they just don’t ant their readers to know) is that once this kinda shit starts they go wherever the money leads, and that’s why they’re finding all this money laundering. Heh.
It kills me that it WAS an old white guy who motivated the young! Who’da thought? Not some hipster but an old socialist guy. But he’s talking sense in a lot of ways. And yeah I say independent but that translates into voting Democrat lol. I just don’t get the party of no, you know? It’s like why are you even IN politics if you just want to shut everything down, and not help others? It seems to me if you’re a Christian you’d want to find a way to help people, and govt can have a role- I get that they’re afraid of big gov’t, but come ON it’s like ALL they care about. I’m so over it. And I’m the same way. I don’t care who the local dog catcher is, or trustee of the water company or whatever the fuck. I just vote on the national stuff, and straight ticket the Dems…
Praimfaya bugs are the best. And did you watch any of those web shorts? I liked the one with the plane where the passenger went zomb. Kinda cool.
Hey chimneys need love. 🙂 But seriously yeah I was a sentimental kid too. when we moved I missed our house big time. And I get it. I am very stubborn in the fall and will wear shorts even if it’s in the 50’s, as long as the sun is out. I do not give u my summer wear easily lol. If I lived somewhere warm I’d be good. I mean I’d hate the heat, and the bugs, but otherwise… yeah.
Prague would be awesome. I’ve always though the Czech Republic would be cool (or whatever they call it now) since we supposedly have some Czech in our heritage (like a little bit, but still). Plus Prague sounds amazing. Switzerland came to mind, probably no squids there because coldness, but then you have snow and… coldness. So yeah Prague, or France or something. There needs to be enough people left though that someone is making the croissants and pouring the wine in the bistros.
Carl can fuck off. I hate that kid. And yeah Dale *sigh* sucked. I liked him. Get used to emotional trauma though, because it happens a lot. But no the villain is someone else. I don’t think you’ve met him yet? It’s all fuzzy since I watched a few years ago. Monty at least lasts a while though- he didn’t die until recently. Andrea pissed me off but that’s later, I think she was still cool at the point you’re at. Lori though… yup. Not much there.
I know, I’m reading the shit out of that series! Finished Mirrors last night and started Keep of Ages tonight. Glad you skipped Future Man because I did too and I don’t want to get too far behind! I watched one episode of the Gifted- gonna chip away lol- and it’s decent but man their action scenes are shit. They need someone who knows what they’re doing. It’s not the best writing, and if it wasn’t for the cuckoos and some other comics stuff that I know is coming, I’d bail on it. But… I saw a commercial tonight for Jessica Jones 2 , which hits Netflix in March, so woot! Did you watch S1? It wasn’t excellent, but it had promise… and S2 looks great. Plus the commercial was set to Barracuda by Heart, so I was immediately stoked. Lol about Riverdale. March huh? Hope the shit’s better when it comes back *doubt it*
Ooh Madi forms a bond? Could be O, I like that, or maybe one of the Gagarin crew? Gaia is an interesting one, because of the Natblida angle. We are getting CLOSE!!
Yeah equal opportunity nudity, I suppose. It’s a silly show, and fairly convoluted too plot- wise. Good grief stahp! And yes swordfighting in like the 25th century or something. Don’t get me wrong I like cyberpunk, the tropes and all, but this whole samurai sword bullshit is old. I mean come onn! The men weren’t quite as gratuitous, of course, but they were there. But yeah 10 hours of meh. Don’t waste your time (I mean unless you want to). Riverdale though… yeah Valerie descended pretty easily into murderation, so maybe the Riverdale peeps should watch out.
I think it did get a second season, and honestly… probably not. I have heard though that it will be an entirely different cast, so maybe? if it looks a lot better. It would have to look a LOT better though! And yes Gifted was renewed. FFS I hope they get their shit together. There’s so much potential there, and the mutant underground is kinda cool, because there’s all these people with power, but they can’t stage an action scene to save their life so it’s all wasted so far? Man if Jason were running that show it would probably ROCK, cause he can do the drama.
Thea seems so important because I think fracturing Rosie’s personality was like the whole point of the second book? Like she escapes the torment of being mined and has t go somewhere? So yeah I liked it. and Linus said Rosie id and Rosie ego, which is a cool concept, but it was deeper than that? Like Rosie wanted to kill berg, but Thea was like no, so it was like a lot of Rosie’s inhibitions went to Thea and what was left was the baser emotions? Kinda? Fascinating stuff. And when Thea was pissed that Rosie had spent the night w/ Linus- like how can you be jealous of yourself lol? So mind bendy. 🙂
I never read Courntey either until that one. I read the novella sequel afterward, and didn’t like it as much, but her world is terrifying. And Dread Nation- can’t wait to hear about that one!
Seriously, they really are all kind of the worst. I really can’t decide if it is better if they know they’re wrong, or worse. Maybe worse, because how can you DO that knowing you’re doing the wrong thing?
Aw, I am really sorry about your sister. That’s rough, watching someone you love make choices that you know will hurt them. And I can definitely see how it is worse for your mom- because yeah, it’s got to be hard to not say anything when it’s your kid- I’m sure even when said kid is an adult. And I think you’re right about the mom-daughter thing. SO many of my friends have rocky relationships with their moms, even in the best of circumstances. I don’t know how my mom and I are buds, and never fell into that trap, but I am VERY grateful for it. And absolutely a brother is going to go easier on her than a parent. Really, it’s all you can do- be there if she needs you, because you just can’t force people to change, so I think you’re definitely doing the best thing by just letting her do her thing.
Oy, I did see the indictments- and new ones today, too! I agree, Manafort is in world of hurt- and you KNOW his “buddies” are going to be letting him take the fall alllll on his own. Not only is he a criminal, but he’s a shitty one at that! I have so much trouble keeping up with this Russian stuff because I zone out so easily when they start talking about foreign investments and shit, my mind doesn’t want to compute hahha. So I end up just like, wanting someone to summarize for me “Manafort in extra trouble today because money” or whatever hahah. Like I am bored of this scandal. Bring back Bill and Monica, that held everyone’s interest ? (But also so we’d have a legit leader.)
I honestly don’t know how much of my dislike of Bernie is because I just liked Hillary that much more, or if I just really hate him hah. I think part of it is that I am not really sure how much he really cares about ALL people. But who knows? TOTALLY agree about the politics thing- it’s almost like they’re evil, going into it just to STOP people from getting help, you know? Because legitimate Christian people WOULD want to help others- isn’t that kind of their whole spiel? “Love thy neighbor” or whatever? So no, anyone claiming to be holding “Christian values” while being all for shooting fucking kids, or denying a crapton of people health care, food stamps, whatever…. yeah, they’re not Christian. They’re politicians who only care about their own paychecks. Chuckling at local dog catcher, because SERIOUSLY, why do we have to vote for some of this shit? Like- coroner? Really? I don’t much care what political party affiliate comes to cart away my dead ass. Straight ticket voting is such a lovely, time saving invention!
No, I haven’t watched any of the shorts, but I want to! I read good things about the plane one- that is the one that coincides with Fear, right? Apparently one of them showed up in an episode or something, the one where they find the plane on the beach. BUt when I am done with TWD, I plan to watch them. Apparently there will be two new episodes of TWD this week, too!
Bwhahha the chimney was probably like “make this crazy child leave me alone” ? Moving IS hard, especially for a kid. Hell, no one likes it even as an adult, and when you’re a kid, much worse. Oh same, I keep my summer apparel until the last possible minute- to the point where people give me strange looks in public. I noticed around here that people dress to whatever the calendar says, which is weird and confusing. Like in October, it doesn’t matter if it’s 80, these idiots have jackets on, and I can’t understand that. I ALWAYS say I want to live somewhere warm, but just like you said, I would be bitching about the heat, the humidity, the bugs, the sun, whatever hah.
I think it’s Czech Republic now. I miss Czechoslovakia, tbh. I mean, the name. It sounded more… Europe-y. (Not European, EUROPE-Y.) My grandma said that her side of the family had Czech roots, but we don’t know how she knew that hah. But tbh, aren’t most of those countries probably similar in terms of genetics? I’m super Polish (as my last name would suggest- though my mom is half Italian, I feel like a chromosome test would tell me that I missed those genes) and Poland is like, two feet away. So I mean, weekend trip to Poland! And what the hell, weekend trip to Switzerland too! Only in the summer, for obvious reasons. BUt do the squids do their banking there like people now? We may have to be careful. I feel like some of the Europeans would have survived to take care of our touristy needs. They seem a heartier stock- especially the Eastern Europeans. I don’t see the squids taking out Olga and Borislav as easily as like, Ashlee and Brayden who died in the US immediately.
Okay I am SO glad you hate Carl too because fuck, I feel weird hating a kid as much as I hate him! What is WRONG with the little mutant?! Um YEAH, I’ll say the emotional trauma happens a lot! Dale dies, and three minutes later Rick killed Shane, I did NOT see that coming. On one hand, I’m glad cause he was crazy and I was sick of their drama. On the other… I’m kind of sad that he never got a redemption. Also now we have to deal with Brooding Rick™ and Consoling Lori™ , who’ are the biggest buzzkills of all time. Not shocked about the farm being overrun though, that was just a matter of time. Though I don’t fully understand how/why the horde got there?
I’m glad that Monty lasts awhile- I feel like Maggie will not? They’d never let Monty be happy for too long. Especially since they just confessed their love- that is a certain kiss of death. Andrea, speaking of- HOW could they leave her behind!? I love how Daryl was about to go look for her and they’re like “bad idea, Daryl” and he’s like “oh okay” and turns his bike back around. Fucking RUDE. No wonder she gets annoying- I’d be really damn annoying too if people left me behind on a zombie-filled farm!
Oh YAY! I looooove the setting of Keep of Ages. I am trying to remember more of it, but I cannot. But I hope you like it! I watched Future Man last night, episode 4 I think I finished? Half of it was funny, but there was a really stupid part too. Though I think the point of it IS being stupid, so. But isn’t The Gifted supposed to be an action-oriented show? And they can’t do action scenes?! That…. negates the purpose. I haven’t watched Jessica Jones, actually. I have heard good things, but I don’t even fully understand who she is? Or why I need to watch her? I keep saying I might try it, but I just never have haha. Hopefully the powers that be on Riverdale are using this hiatus to get their shit together. But who am I kidding, this has been filmed for probably close to a year, so… yeah, fingers crossed anyway. Yeah, apparently it will be back on March 7. I won’t say I’m sorry for the break hah.
I was thinking that Madi and the Gagarin could be interesting. Or O because Clarke and O are not going to get along, from what I hear. Gaia would be interesting from the Natblida angle of course- because I think that would piss off both Clarke AND Octavia- and I can see O and Gaia having a really rocky road. Some people think that it’s Bellamy, which I think could have interesting fallout. Why do I have to wait two more months? Just WHY? ?
Wait, a whole different cast!? Why? What was the point of introducing you to THIS cast then!? I don’t like when shows do that. I mean, if it takes you a whole damn season to warm up to it, and then they change it all…, what was the point? SO glad I skipped it! And yeah, hopefully The Gifted will get better- sometimes it takes shows awhile to find their footing. I mean, Jason can’t help everyone 😀
YEP I agree- there were a lot of positives to Rosie/Thea. Even just the introduction of a new character was important. And I definitely found all the questions it asked fascinating- like what makes you YOU kind of stuff. I think that book was my favorite because of all the questioning!
Aw sad that the novella wasn’t as good as the book. But I need to read them either way. Dread Nation was fabulous- I’ll do a review at some point of course. I think that it’s going to explore the zombies in an interesting way in book 2 also, if my hunch is right. But it’s this young black girl about 15 years after the civil war- yet nothing in the country changed, because at the end of the war, the zombies rose up and killed nearly everyone. It’s a cool premise, and the character is one of the best characters I’ve read about. I definitely recommend. It starts out a little slower, but it isn’t *bad* even at the beginning, just not as action-y.
Thanks! I think you’re right. I’ve tried to help (she’s actually moved in twice) and she knows how I feel, so why belabor it right? I just try to be there… and she has to live her life. It’s not like I can MAKE her do anything, and who am I to say anyway? So yeah… and the mom/ daughter thing *nods* I’m not surprised that it’s fairly common, after watching her and my mom all these years. I think it’s awesome though that your mom and you are tight- that’s great!!! You guys are lucky to have that…
New ones too! I don’t want to take pleasure in someone’s misfortune, but we know damn well Trump is dirty and many of his cronies are too, and can you imagine if we did this shit? So I don’t feel TOO bad. And anybody who’s rich and money launders to be richer- screw em. I’m looking forward to seeing how many people Mueller flips to testify against trump or Manafort or whoever, because that’s when the sparks will fly? But it is kinda boring . Although there is so much THERE that I think Mueller being appointed to do this is KEY. Like so much shit would go under the radar if he wasn’t digging…
I was kinda irked at Bernie for drawing support from Hillary. I mean clearly she needed the votes FFS! And the guy’s like a thousand or something, who can do the job when they’re that old? But I was amazed that he could talk about socialism or safety net stuff and people listened. Not that I’m a socialist, but I do think unfettered capitalism has been harmful in lots of ways, I have no problem with common sense regulations or whatever. So I like it when people can say that, because usually you just get branded as a communist by conservatives and then no one listens. Funny how they can sorta merge capitalism and safety nets over in Europe, and even Canada, but not here!
Two TWD’s this week? Ack. I need to catch up. And yeah the plane short was the one that crossed over with Fear, and it was pretty good.
I’ll wear shorts and flip flips in October, absolutely, if it’s warm enough! And break that shit out in spring on the first nice day lol. Life’s too short not to! And same about the warm- the humidity and bugs would be my issues. Otherwise I’d be fine with the sunny places. Although I do have a soft spot for winter- I mean early on, when snow is fresh and new, and I like white Christmases (within reason, not blizzard conditions), but by this time I’m always sick of it. If I could just figure out how to winter in the Greek islands say from Jan- March, it’d be all good!
Olga and Borislav lol… yeah they were under Communists and all that so they’re probably hardier. Agree. They had the police state thing and are not keen to go back under police squids. I miss Czechoslovakia too, because let’s face it, that’s a cool name! I was told we always had some Czech but then someone put together like a family history, and when I read it I didn’t see anything about Czech but I did see Hungary. Specifically Budapest. So maybe someone got confused, and it’s Hungarian *shrug* they’re close anyway, right? and like you said, the genetics have to be similar? Poland sounds cool. I grew up not far from Bay City here in Michigan and there’s a fair amount of Polish background in that area. We used to go to a restaurant there that had like Polish food and stuff, it was really cool.
The horde got there because plot needs ha ha. Oh we’re sick of the farm now, bring a horde in. Although I thought the battle of the farm was pretty well done. Yup Shane’s toast. I was kinda glad, that situation was outta hand. Andrea- right?? And Maggie- I’m sorry if this is a spoiler but she is still alive. So you don’t have to worry about her.
Episode 4 *sputter*?? Ack I am failing at this. The Gifted you would think would be about action, and I suppose it is, but not nearly enough and they need someone better at it. Like there’s a scene where they’re trying to draw the cops away so the one dude makes himself be seen by a street camera right? And like a cop car comes after him and then they’re all like yay the whole search has been derailed. And I’m like that was one cop car, and they have cops and feds and anti- mutant units all over like a 12 block area, and they’re all suddenly confused by the one guy sighting? It’s stuff like that that makes the writing seem amateurish? I mean don’t get me wrong, it’s not horrible, and actually it’s getting better (watched two last night) but it could be so much more.
Jessica Jones is like a superhero PI, but not like a superhero with a costume, she’s just like this tough chick who has a bad attitude. I do think it’s good, I’d give it a B maybe, it’s not AMAZING or anything but it’s fairly solid. S2 looks good. And yeah… Riverdale.
Bellamy and Madi would be… interesting. I can see Clarke both liking that and being a little threatened, so… drama. 🙂 And O vs Clarke- yes please. I’m getting to the point where I’m about to start digging for spoilers, because the wait is killing me, but they seem like they’re keeping things pretty tight fisted? Which probably is good…
I think (not sure) that they adapted AC and finished the book storyline, so the next season will be an all new story? IDK for sure tho… I guess there were sequels but not sure if they’re going there? TBH I haven’t looked into the book that closely… I read the first chapter once and was like meh. It’s funny because I love cyberpunk but a lot of cyberpunk books don’t work for me? I think I just like a certain KIND of cyberpunk… and I think The Gifted will slowly get better until right about when it’s good the season will be over. I can see that happening.
This Is Not A Test was so good. I mean there’s some angst because they’re teenagers and she has issues with her dad, but I just thought the zombie thing was done well and it was creepy. Like no help is coming. It had that oh we’re fucked kinda feel, you know? Or at least I thought so. And dread Nation sounds fabulous! I like zombies plus Civil War times, because no automatic weapons there. I imagine muskets are less effective. 🙂 And no technology to communicate, everything would feel so isolated? Man it’s creepy just to think about!
Aw, that is really sweet of you- she’s lucky to have you. It’s hard because it’s like- you know that someone can’t make changes unless and until they’re ready, but who wants to watch loved ones struggle? Sounds like you’re absolutely doing the best stuff you can do for her though. I think a lot of the times, the mom-daughter thing (and hell, family in general!) is either that people are too alike, or wayyy too different. Especially if it happens to be fundamental beliefs and such. I am definitely lucky- my mom is just a chill person in general, so even if we do get into small fights, we’re over it quickly. I am definitely NOT as chill as she is, but I am also not one to hold a grudge, so it all works out. I think the main reason is though that she isn’t judgmental? Most of the people who I see having problems with moms is the judgment that never stops. And even though I know my mom has opinions, she’s really awesome at not like, forcing them on us. Like I call her multiple times a day, but so does my brother, and apparently that isn’t super normal? But it always has been for us!
Oh SAME, I mean- it’s funny because I DO low key feel sorry for them, which.. I don’t even understand because they did bad shit! But Idk, as a human, I always feel a little tinge of sympathy, even if they’ve earned the nightmare hah. And you’re so right, any random person would be crucified for doing this same stuff. It’s this strange standard that the Trumpies are being held to that makes no damn sense. We’d be in prison already! I’m glad he’s digging, too. It’s absolutely critical. I don’t know if it’ll even help, but it needs to be done, it needs to be public. And then what everyone ends up doing with it… well, that’s on them I suppose.
Yeah I think that is probably my main dislike with Bernie- especially after he lost. He should have supported her full throttle, you know? But I DO agree with some of his ideas. Because yeah, you’re right- common sense regulations within the capitalist structure are apparently NOT common enough. And it’s funny, because the majority of people (the VAST majority, really) would benefit from those changes- yet half of them still yell and scream about it. I wish we could take a page from Europe and Canada- how is it that we are SO much more resistant to change? I’ll never understand this phenomenon.
YEP, I only know about the two episodes because I was trying to DVR the whole season- apparently it’s on AMC the whole day leading up to the mid-season premiere. Because… how else am I going to watch Season 8!? I definitely am going to watch the plane one then, at least!
Hahha same, same. And then once I break out the warm weather clothes, there is virtually no chance I’m stopping. Rogue April snowstorm? Fine, we’re going to have to deal with that in sandals, because nope to boots. Seriously, humidity is the worst. I know you won’t get the reference, but there is an episode of Friends where Monica’s hair grows like 10 times its size in Barbados and I feel her struggles ? I mean- in case you’re at all curious: https://youtu.be/QPngpHrP924 I feel like I probably could live without snow forever? I say this knowing it’ll never happen, but… maybe I’d miss it a little? But only that nice, beginning of winter stuff you described 🙂
Olga and Borislav had a rough life under the Russian government. They were both factory workers by day, prostitutes by night. And they went undercover as spies on the weekends, and still couldn’t afford a loaf of bread. Point is, they can survive the Squidpocalypse, and we’re gonna want them on our side. Budapest is cool though! That’s another place I’d love to visit. And yeah, it really is pretty much all the same, right? Especially now- maybe 1,000 years ago there were different genetics but… meh, it’s all the same. Random white people. Especially since ancestors could have easily meandered from city to city in that part of Europe. That is really fun that someone did a family history! I have always wanted to do that, but the trail runs VERY cold, very fast. My grandparents’ grandparents came from Poland, but their names got butchered coming into the country- and no one knows what the original is. (Hence my very cool fact about being the only person in the world with my name!) And my mom’s parents… her dad didn’t even KNOW who his dad was (long story, involves the mafia though so… Italian hah) and her mom’s dad ran away and she knew nothing either. There seem to be a lot of Polish people around here too, actually! My grandma made a lot of Polish food growing up, but I was mostly scared of it and she usually just made me and my brother chicken fingers and these fabulous potatoes ?
HA valid point about the horde! Though- why the hell were they showing visions of it as Shane died? Were they implying that the zombies can like… sense each other and communicate? Or was it just random? (Sometimes I think I read a little *too* much into the show.) YAY Maggie being alive is the BEST kind of spoiler! Though now I am super sad for her because of Monty!
Speaking of Monty- real, actual Monty, not Glenn- https://twitter.com/The100S5/status/967427907437191168 This… doesn’t sound promising. I will be so pissed. Not surprised even but pissed. OH and the last title was announced: 5×11: The Dark Year (of course some of these might not be legit but… I hope they are because I like them.)
OH and who is the girl who is with Andrea now? I assume she’s a main cast person, or will be- I swear I have seen her in promo for the show. But I am afraid to google, because spoilers. Also- that prison? What a fucking mess. I hate Rick in S3 more than I used to. And LORI ASKED THE BABY ZOMBIE QUESTION! I hope that means I am going to get an answer, eep! But sad if her baby’s dead. And Hershel’s leg- Rick just hacked it the fuck off! Season 3 seems SO much darker, very hopeless. And are Carol and Daryl becoming a thing?! Here for it if they are.
Hahha what episode are you on? I finished 5 last night. I am trying to go very slowly so you can catch up! Let me know if I should skip a night and I will. It’s such a ridiculous show. But it makes me chuckle, and since I am also watching TWD, which definitely does NOT make me chuckle, I’ll take it. Oooh I am glad that The Gifted is at least getting better! But you’re right, that whole scene does seem kind of… suspect. I hate when things are solved too easily- and unbelievably. But better is good!
Yeah I think that’s what I have never understood about Jessica Jones- so she has like, super powers or whatever? But she isn’t one of THE superheroes? That seems rude, get the girl a costume! Maybe I will wait to hear how Season 2 is!
I’m glad that the spoilers seem pretty under control this season. I am SO afraid that I am going to stumble upon some in my search for regular season info. I mean- I don’t think episode titles or casting stuff is spoilers, but like last year when it said in big old letters that Isaiah was leaving, or that nonsense about Clarke being left behind that we new like, 4 weeks in advance, ugh. I don’t want to know that stuff! Just tiny things to get me through 😀 I love the stuff that Jason’s been posting- the title sequence and such- that is what I need more of. The trailer should be here SOON though- no more than a month! And yeah, that is exactly what I think about Madi and Bellamy- Clarke would like it because she loves them both, but definitely would be threatened, especially depending on Bellamy’s alliances.
Oooh I didn’t know that AC came from a book! Sucks that it was meh- though not surprising, considering the mehness of the show. I don’t love when shows change that much from season to season. And yeah, I feel you with cyberpunk. I have read a few things that are good, but then some that just did NOT work for me at all. You’re probably right about the certain kind, too, that makes sense. HAHA I bet that does happen with The Gifted! And then you have to hope that they continue that momentum into Season 2 and don’t go back to blah.
Yesss I agree- I like when books have that feel to them. Some that I have read were too.. happy? And I get moments of happy, but it shouldn’t BE happy. OH you know which zombie book I read that was REALLY dark? Ashes and Shadows by Ilsa J Bick. I actually had to stop after Shadows because I was afraid that the third one would kill me- darkest book I’ve ever read, I think. So if you’re ever in the mood, that one delivers. I should really read the third one now! YES- that is the whole thing about Dread Nation, it’s scarier because there is NOTHING. Like at least now, we’d have bottled water and canned goods, and medicine. They were just a MESS. And it deals with the whole westward expansion aspect too. And the MC’s inner dialogue is funny- I seriously loved her.
Thanks, it’s been tough. I mean she’s always kinda struggled? And that sounds amazing, your relationship with your mom. Like mine has opinions too obviously, and tries not to share them, kinda, but then she does and… it doesn’t always work. We’ve always been pretty close but she’ll tell people things that were supposed to be confidences, or she’ll say things that she really shouldn’t, you know, and I just kinda wince cause I think Mom you’re over sharing lol. Which hasn’t helped with my sister… but she means well too, so you know. You can’t be mad at your mom! Well you can but you get over it ha ha! So I think yeah judgmental/ trying TOO hard can definitely be issue?
Yup. I saw today that he gave some speech where he called Hillary “crooked” again and the crowd chanted “lock her up”. You know what, I don’t feel sorry anymore lol cause I’m over that shit. For HIM to call someone crooked??? And the crowds chanting lock her up. Yeah we need to lock someone up for sloppy email but not for, oh you know, sexual assault. There’s some pretty dumb people…
I know! It boggles my mind. They vote for people who will take stuff away from them. And make us LESS progressive. It’s so damn backward.
LOL yes I’ve been known to wear shorts when it’s in the 50’s and that is, um, NOT warm. But screw it because I don’t care. That video BTW was funny. Cornrows! I always liked the one actress who was in Romy and Michelle, she cracked me up. OKAY! I still laugh. Yes humidity will frizz people out! Another one of it’s failings. Humidity really has nothing to recommend it, you know?
“prostitutes by night” 🙂 Yeah they had it tough. And very cool fact! I obviously have the opposite problem. There’s only like a million Hills. But I always liked going to the Polish place, although TBH I wasn’t super adventurous with the choices? Like I just went for the meat and mashed potatoes. If I couldn’t pronounce it and wasn’t sure, I passed. Oh and we have a big German thing around here, there’s this town called Frankenmuth that has the biggest Christmas store in the world (is it really? IDK) and the whole town is Bavarian themed. It’s actually a cool place, but same- they do the ethnic food mixed i with the American standard crap.
I don’t remember the visions, but I don’t recall anything coming from that so I wouldn’t pay it too much mind. Typical TWD fuckery. The show gets worse as it goes, like I said, with single person episodes and endless philosophizing and soul- searching, and ugh. But that’s later. And if you make it to S7 or whatever it gets EXTREMELY gory, like you’ve probably heard how controversial the season opener was when Monty and another person got killed. Let’s just say they showed it and it was brutal. I actually skipped that part because I heard what they did and I was like, no I don’t need to see that. So just a heads up in case you hadn’t heard. But that’s a ways off yet…
Oh my gosh that is not good. They can’t kill Harper!!!! Or Monty. Nooo… that is completely not gonna fly. Maybe we should start a #saveMarper hashtag right now. Something. Ack I have foreboding now.
I honestly don’t remember who is with Andrea, but I think it may dovetail in with the upcoming villain? And if you’re at the prison then yeah he’s coming. The Governor or some such nonsense they call him. POS I call him but whatevs. Yeah the show gets darker as it goes. A lot happens at the prison though. Daryl and carol- I don’t know what to say, the fandom ships them pretty hard I think, but… them getting TOGETHER together seems a bit of a stretch- but there are definitely feelings there. It’s a slow burn definitely.
I’m, uh, on two. *hides in shame* Okay I’ll watch at least one tonight! I’ve been watching the Gifted (that’s my pitiful excuse) which is, amazingly, getting better! I mean, slowly. Esme, one of the cuckoos, showed up,and oh Dante was in it! I didn’t recognize him at first, they did something weird with his hair, but after he spoke a few times I’m like who the fuck is that? then it hit me- Dante from 100. Yes!! And oh my gosh yes I get it- after TWD you DO need something, a palate cleanser, cause that show is a mess! Okay so if you want to skip a night that’s cool, ha ha, but it’s up to you. I know I’m sucking at this buddy watch thing right now but I will get it together!!!
I honestly don’t know how Jessica Jones got her powers, she’s a fairly recent character, but she just lives this gritty lifestyle in some crappy run down office that she runs her PI business out of, and IDK- it’s fun? Her big thing is she was psychologically abused by this guy (played by David Tennant) who can make people do things- he gives off like pheromones that compel people. And the big hint is that he took advantage of her, so she has PTSD. So it’s dark and she REALLY struggles. I’ll let you know how S2 is because I’m sure I’ll binge it when it comes out!
I’m with you on the spoilers, I’m a little more spoilerific than some, but in this case I don’t want big spoilers either! This show is too important to me, even though I may in moments of weakness look for things ha ha! Must.exert.control. Spoilers bad. bad. The fandom is totally gonna explode though when the trailer hits, and I am here for it! We will have so much to dissect and discuss, and it will get us hopefully through that last month!
Yeah Altered Carbon was a book, and apparently one of the landmark cyberpunk titles or something. Whatever. I mean it was twisty but… yeah not that awesome. I think I just like the atmosphere, the sense of near future and there’s androids and body mods, but it’s still grounded n a gritty reality. Ever notice it’s ALWAYS raining in cyberpunk though? That must be a prerequisite. Oh and it’s almost always night time too. I mean I like those tropes, but… yeah. Pretty common. But I can do without swords- why would everyone be using swords?? and everyone’s always a detective or cop. The thing I liked about Warcross (which is SORTA cyberpunk-y) is that she was a hacker. Which I guess is a trope too but maybe not as overused?
Ooh I’ll check it out! Because dark is necessary w/zombs! But *gulp* if you didn’t even read the third one it must be bad! Now I’m very curious!! The westward expansion is kinda cool- I always thought it would be neat if there were like Native american monsters from their folklore or stuff like that, I mean if you think about it everything west was wilderness- who knows what’s lurking out there? Or could have been I guess ha ha. Why not zombs??
Aw, that is terrible that she’s always struggled. That has to be really hard on her, as well as the rest of your family. I really hope she’s able to find peace with whatever her problems are. I think that it must be an impossible position for a parent to be in. Like- even if you know logically that whatever you say won’t help, you still probably feel like you have to do SOMETHING. It’s just a bad position for any parent to be in, I guess. It’s funny because I know a LOT of people whose moms do the oversharing thing! I wonder if it’s a generational thing? My aunt does that ALL the time, drives me crazy. I’m like, why do I tell you anything!? And I agree, how can you stay mad at your mom ever!? (Granted, I know people whose moms are straight up toxic, which may be a whole different story- then maybe they should stay mad. But for regular old moms, no way!)
WHAT?! They are STILL with the email bullshit? Like how could anyone even *almost* care about the emails at this point? And also… why? She’s just a woman living her own private life now- a freaking grandma, FFS! Just leave her ALONE. You know, this country didn’t deserve her. She’s too good for all of those assholes. She and Angela Merkel should team up and fight crime. With Oprah. Those three would be a pretty badass superhero bunch. And their first stop has to be a Trump rally. Honestly- how can you excuse sexual assault- ADMITTED sexual assault, even- and still be trying to arrest an elderly woman for not fully understanding email etiquette? (Okay fine, maybe it was slightly worse than that, but I am sticking to my story.) These people are SO backward. And the thing they fail to realize is that back in whatever the hell time period they want to go back to, we only got to THAT point by constantly changing and evolving as a society. And the people IN that time wanted change too! So Idk what the hell these people want, because no one was trying to stand still in the 50s either.
Hah SAME, same! And I don’t care- especially because when it’s in the 50s, the stores and such still have heat cranked up, so it’s hot as hell. My shorts and such are a much better alternative to sweating to death inside Target or whatever. Lisa Kudrow, yes, she’s funny. I think she’s a great actress, she’s done a pretty wide variety of work since then, too. And I love the cornrows- and when she gets them stuck to the shower curtain ? Yeah- the humidity destroys any attempt at doing one’s hair. Makes my asthma flare up. Makes skin feel all sticky and such. No, nothing good comes from it. Low humidity, sunny skies, that’s the way to go.
So I always wondered if it was better to have a common name, or an uncommon one. Pros and cons to both, I suppose. But since yours IS super common, what do you think? See- mine is weird because A) no one can spell or pronounce it; and B) It’s creepily easy to like, track me down obviously haha. But then.. uniqueness is fun! Oooh yes Polish people love meat and potatoes! And I am with them, I mean, those are staples obviously! My grandma always made homemade pierogies too. Without onions because she loved me 😀 They were good. She was such a good cook, and I mean, she made everything extra unhealthy but who cares? I had something once that was basically a mashed potato pizza? I wish I knew what it was called because I would eat that again. Ooooh the Bavarian themed place sounds so fun! And the largest Christmas store? Damn. I bet it’s unique stuff though at least! That sounds really nice!
Oh damn, I hadn’t heard of this S7 fuckery! I always avoided spoilers on the off chance I ever wanted to watch it (and here I am so I guess it was a good call hah) but… wow. I am kind of scared. And I also kind of really, really want to watch it. Is it eye stuff? I can’t deal with eye stuff, I’d have to not watch. I think I am getting to the point that you are talking about where it… takes a turn. YESS yes okay I scrolled down and YEP as soon as I saw that douchebag last night I was like “I bet Greg means THIS piece of shit” Like who calls themselves “Governor”!? ANd why did he kill all those soldiers?! And does Andrea… LIKE him? The girl she was with was the one who saved her on the farm- black girl, braids, had two zombies with her that she carried on a leash? Does NOT like the Governor, so apparently has good taste. And since when does fucking MERLE take orders from people!? Nothing makes sense and I feel like the Gov is keeping Andrea around to like…. impregnate her. I can already tell that I am over this storyline and I just started it yesterday.
YESSS I ship Daryl and Carol! What is their ship name? I mean… there has been some veryyyy minor flirting. And I just like them both a lot and they’ve lost so much and… well, I am here for it. And slow burn is good, I can live with slow burn, as long as one of them isn’t eaten first. Oh and can I stab Rick yet? Will someone else stab him? I know he’s still around because of course he is but ughhh. Why is he being so awful to Lori? I’m no Lori fan, but shit, he’s being the worst.
YES let’s make #SaveMarper a thing! Honestly, I love Chelsey and Chris and their dynamic together even OFF screen that I don’t want to lose either of them! Plus, Chelsey feeds us when no one else will- and I know you have your own reasons for wanting Chelsey to stay 😀
TWO!? I mean. They’re only 30 minutes! I have been watching them on my phone because I am too lazy to switch from Netflix to Hulu on my TV, so I get it hah. Honestly, I don’t know how much there even is to discuss? You know what’s sad? The actress who plays Josh’s mom died in the middle of filming, she was only 62. I am glad The Gifted is getting better though. And DANTE!? That is worth watching in itself, I suppose. I also need to google it and see what they did to his hair hah. Oh woww they made him look… even more old man-ish! I skipped Future Man last night, so hopefully you’re a little caught up- but if not that’s okay too 😀
Oh wow, Jessica Jones does sound really dark, damn! Does she like.. save people with her powers? Is she PI by day, superhero by night, or is the PI thing her superpower? Now I have questions, this is bad, I already have 392 seasons of TWD to watch hah.
Yes I think that’s it- I am so invested in the damn show, I would be so upset about too big of spoilers! Like if someone spoiled Riverdale or something… oh well hah. But not The 100, never The 100! YES I think you are right- between all the dissection of the trailer, all the new fan theories, we should have no problem getting through the last month. Also, as much as I hate that we’ve had to wait so long, it’s nice that it will be SPRING, and it’ll just seem good for a lot of reasons!
Hahhah seriously, it IS always raining in Cyberpunk! Even in all those great pictures you find, it’s always raining, and there seem to be a lot of Asian restaurants. Perplexing! I looked it up on Goodreads- and while it has a pretty high overall rating, all of my friends apparently hated it, said it was boring. The atmosphere does sound good though- it almost seems as if the author (and the show people even) nailed the whole ambiance but then neglected to make the story and characters stand out. I need to read Warcross ASAP. That sounds like a bit of a different take, and I like that. You’re right about the detective thing, too. I am trying to see which cyberpunk books I have read- Goodreads lists The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer as such, that’s interesting.
I DO want to read the third one- but I needed a break hah. That was like, 4 years ago. So I think I should be good to go? I want to see if it ends up being at ALL hopeful or if it just depresses me- but it’s long. Ooooh I think that’d be a great idea, a Native American story! I feel like we need more books from NA authors anyway, hopefully one day someone will do something like that, it would be so unique! Plus I’d just enjoy reading about that time period anyway, from the perspective of a Native character. There is a lot of Native American presence in Dread Nation though, so who knows what will happen there in the next book!
Thanks! She’s a good person, just doesn’t always make the best choices you know? But she’d help anyone and give em the shirt off her back? Oh my mom can’t keep ANYTHING secret lol. If you don’t want everybody to know, don’t tell her! She’s not one of those toxic moms though- I’m thankful for that. Although I’m not sure my sister would agree! No, I’m kidding… 🙂
I know, right? It’s shameless. Considering too that we’re finding out now that his people half of em are operating w/o the right security clearances, and some of THEM have used unsecured email… but they’re still chanting about her. It’s a bunch of stupid Americans really, I mean it’s not even trump now, they’re just dumb. I love Merkel. Her and Hillary would be like the kick ass leaders of the free world if Hillary had made it. Instead, sadly… I’m sure Trump is a pawn of squids. So okay Hillary might have KNOWN a little what she was doing *smirk* but seriously, can you almost blame her? I mean everyone’s been on her ASS for like what 20 years? FFS. Can we just move all the Neanderthals to like Alabama or somewhere (sorry to pick on Alabama for the approximately 5 blue state people there) and they can have their guns and 50’s lifestyle?
Lisa Kudrow, that’s her. She’s awesome. Yeah the shower curtain scene was funny. Oops. And I imagine humidity would aggravate asthma! My sister and mom both have it, somehow I got skipped over, so I guess I was fortunate there, but yeah I can imagine. My sister’s had some pretty bad attacks. Course she SMOKES lol so that doesn’t help! Ha ha like I said- she’s a rebel. 🙂
I don’t really like a super common name like mine, but I guess it’s maybe better than some- like my aunt married a guy with a long Dutch ass name and I’m like I don’t have to spell THAT every day at the top of my paper, right? So it’s the little things. But yeah at least you’re unique, right? Ooh pierogies- I’ve heard of those. Never had ’em. Reminds me of pasties, which I guess are some Finnish thing that the miners ate up in the Upper Peninsula of michigan- guess there were a lot of Finnish immigrants up there. Not sure how that’s relevant to anything, but hey it came to mind. And actually they’re probably nothing like pierogies, other than being an ethnic specialty. But I digress… I do think it’s a special Grandma skill to make stuff kinda unhealthy, which of course means it’s GOOD. Mashed potato pizza? Wow. I’d try it. I think?
Oh that’s Michonne!! The woman with the leashed zombies… sword girl. *rolls eyes* swords again. Okay I couldn’t remeber when she shows up. She’s a regular. And I’m sorry about mentioning S7- I probably shouldn’t have done that, but I just wanted to give a general warning because it’s BAD I guess. Like I didn’t even watch it but it was graphic AF and a lot of people we’re like I’m done. It’s not eyes specifically but I guess one guy’s eyes do sort of bulge out or are like almost hanging out- gross I know- like I said I don’t need that. Andrea I think… not necessarily likes him, but… maybe? Andrea has issues, sadly, although I like her. Just not everything she ends up doing. 🙂 Yeah Merle. Right? And yeah the Governor is basically horrible.
I don’t even know if they have a ship name, but I kinda like Caryl lol. Or maybe Darol but I don’t like that as much. I’m sure there are ship names but I haven’t really checked out the fandom, I’m more of a casual watcher? But I like em both too. Carol is amazing and tough, she’s probably in my top three faves. And yes you have my support to stab Rick, I heartily approve, although they’re clearly not listening to me because I think they screwed his character up ages ago.
Yes, Chelsey brings someone that is just a regular person, not a super woman like Clark or raven, she’s just… like almost an audience surrogate, like a lot of people would be if we were in that situation? I think Monty and Jasper are like that too, I mean they act the most like teens maybe of the whole group? You know the sense of humor and all that? The idealism that gets kinda smashed? Not everyone can be Bellamy and Clarke so yeah. Plus yeah she just rocks ha ha. But her Twitter feed does seem to be one of the more fun ones. 🙂 And Monty is just the best, really. Wouldn’t it be funny though if we started #SaveMarper and they turn out to not really be in danger? The fandom might think we know something though…
*embarassment* I know *mumbles* What is my deal? Oh my gosh I CANNOT watch shows on my phone, I admire that you are able to though. I just never get used to how small the screen is? Are you liking where the story is going? And yes the Gifted got excellent last night- right at the end. Because like I’ve been saying the action scenes are weak and the frickin mutants piss and moan and don’t DO anything, and then along comes Esme and the cuckoos and they just fuck with shit. Like, here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lBE23Prc9o
And yes Dante- right? I kept getting distracted by his hair! That’s a bummer about the actress though. Only 62? wow. Okay so by tomorrow I will have watched more Future Man. Honest! Even though I, um, said that yesterday. But Gifted… I need to watch the last two episodes tonight because after what the cuckoos did… dang. But I WILL squeeze FM in there too! I’m not giving up on you Josh!
Jessica’s more just a PI… she doesn’t really do the superhero thing, which I like. And it is nicely dark. You know, it’s always there if you get sick of TWD… and she’s in The defenders too, which is more superhero-ish, but the less said about that show the better! It’s a lot different than the Marvel movies too- I mean it’s a hard R rating, definitely. I don’t think I’d drop everything to watch it though- I mean it’s a solid middle of the road show, right? Like if you ever get bored… 🙂
Definitely. I’m so sad about Riverdale and how it’s fallen off in terms of quality. Spoilers? *shrug at this point* but the 100… that’s different. Although if I happen to accidentally see one… ha ha. But yeah it’s almost frickin March and that trailer has to be close?
I realized as I was trolling through cyberpunk art that the forecast is apparntly ALL rain all the time. What is that even? And yes the Asian influence/ ambience is… omnipresent. Like everything is New Tokyo in cyberpunk land. I do think they got the ambience right, although it also felt strangely artificial? IDK, it has to be tough to capture that. Like Blade Runner seems to find the sweet spot- it’s a weird ass movie but the ambience is ON. I think it has to do with the music- that movie has serious music- and the sound design, everything works to make it effective. Hard to replicate that, and everyone tries. Maybe need a new setting, be original? Like maybe a Scandinavian take, or Indian, or something. The Windup Girl is set in Thailand (Asian, I know) but it seems to have its own take? Haven’t read it though…
Warcross is good and I like that Marie Lu is taking cyberpunk into YA, I hope more do. Although the ending of that one was problematic for me… but I liked it overall. The Lunar Chronicles I’ve seen everywhere, of course, but I didn’t know that was considered vyberpunk. Hmm…
Ooh you are tempting me with Dread Nation. I would love to see more Native american in YA, or just SF/F in general. Have you seen Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse? I am SERIOUSLY thinking of giving that a try, it sounds awesome. Need more like that.
Aw she does sound really nice- which of course probably makes it even harder for her family to see her struggling. That’s funny about your mom though! My mom is one of those people who err on the side of TOO private? To the point where she hides stuff that I could not possibly care less about people knowing. Sounds like our moms need to find a nice middle ground ? We’re lucky to both have non-toxic moms. It seems like it is REALLY common, sadly. I can think of a few people whose moms make me want to go hug mine immediately and buy her flowers or something.
That is the most ridiculous part! Half of his cronies really SHOULD be in prison, and they all have the audacity to claim that someone else should be!? And YEP- it isn’t just Trump. He just gave them a platform to be loud and stupid. They were already stupid, clearly, he just brought it to the forefront. I do agree that Hillary probably knew what she was doing- but I also have to assume she had a reason to do it. Because she is too cautious, too much of an overthinker- hell, isn’t that what pissed people off about her!? So yeah- but like, find me a politician who HASN’T had any shady actions in their past. They don’t exist! Oh YES I have been to Alabama, real cesspool, let’s just get rid of it. Take that dozen people from Birmingham who aren’t dumb, we’ll helicopter them right out or whatever, then leave the state to the gunners. Hell, they can have Mississippi and Arkansas while they’re at it. I’d go as far as to give them ANY state they wanted, just to get away from us. Like I’ll live in Idaho as long as I don’t have to be governed by Trump!
Oooh you did get lucky with the asthma! Oddly, no one in my family has it- I have a theory, and that is that I got lung damage from chlorine (I know, this has been proven by no one, but… someday it will I swear ?) because I didn’t get it until I was about 13, and had been swimming for a long time. Oh my goodness, your sister smokes with asthma!? HOW? I mean, that just sounds like it would cause her a LOT more trouble than it’s worth! Though I guess it’s never really worth smoking, asthma or not. My brother chews tobacco and I am like… but WHY? Your sister really IS a rebel (and my brother definitely was wayyy more than me, so I can relate!)
I always thought it would bug me if I had a name that a bunch of other people had- though my name doesn’t fit on forms, and it was a REAL bitch in elementary school hahah. Ooooh I always felt moderately bad for people who ended up with crappy post-marriage names but then… they should not change them! Why change your name? You already HAVE a name. Especially if the last name is like, Shitblitzen or something, no one should be burdened with that! HOLD UP. You haven’t ever had pierogies!? Goodness, another thing I shall bring to you! I found this one brand that is REALLY good- I mean, they aren’t grandma’s homemade, but they’re the best frozen one I have had. I shall find them and bring them into your life 😀 My high school used to have a pastie sale, but they had onions in them so I never had one haha. YES my grandma was of the school of thought that if something called for a cup of sour cream and a stick of butter, it was better to put in a whole tub of sour cream and a 4-pack of butter ? Typical grandma stuff, basically! And YES- I have to find out what this mashed potato pizza was! It was incredible, and obviously super unhealthy, but so good.
YEP it’s Michonne! At first I thought Andrea was calling her Michelle- but yeah it’s Michonne. I liked her chained zombie pets actually- seemed inventive. AND I liked that she didn’t buy the Governor bullshit for a second. And no, no, you’re fine about Season 7! It wasn’t really a spoiler (I mean, I knew about Glenn of course!) and I am glad to know, honestly- so if I can’t look at it, I’ll know to fast forward! Andrea…. well, she finally seems to realize that this place is fucked up after Merle was having a WWE match with some rando and some zombies. Should have left with Michonne….
Ummm LORI fucking died. And T-Dog, but I wasn’t as shocked at that (though i AM pissed that his character remained so underdeveloped, but that’s another issue). I SOBBED when Lori was saying goodbye to Carl, even though I don’t really like either of them. That was awful. And poor Maggie, jesus, she had to KILL Lori basically. I am also SO pissed because I saw a huge spoiler on Twitter for last night’s episode(s) too- why do people insist on posting spoilers on social media 5 minutes after something airs? OH! And Rick, who is doing AWESOME ?, just got…. a phone call? This should be interesting! Like… the phone company is still operating? Guess I’ll find out tonight!
I like Caryl better too- it’s hard because their names rhyme. Why couldn’t the creators have been… well, more creative? And I mean- you can be a casual watcher and still ship Caryl 😀 I do like their relationship no matter if it ever becomes romantic. But my shipper heart still wants them to find love in the apocalypse. Him putting the flower on her “grave”? Killed me. I love them. Yeah Rick’s becoming unhinged, and of course, I know it only gets worse from here. I hope they can… fix it.
That is such a great way of describing Chelsey/Harper! She IS how a lot of people would react. Make mistakes, have doubts, but be strong at the end of the day. Do you have Instagram? Chelsey’s makes me SO happy- she does live stories with Chris all the time, I love it. Sachin’s is great too, and his Twitter. Like if Marper falls, what about Chrisley? (I ship Chrisley too, by the way haha.) I would laugh so hard if #SaveMarper became a thing and Monty was just sad about like, Octavia dying ?
I hate watching shows on my phone, honestly- but sometimes laziness wins. I need a new Kindle, sometimes watching shows on there isn’t *too* bad but it’s been having problems lately. Slowness problems. I DO like the story- I mean it is SO STUPID, but it’s funny and that is what matters. I didn’t watch it again last night though, because I shall wait for you. Because I am awesome. But yeah tell me what you think when you do watch it! I am so glad you’re not giving up on Josh 😀
Holy shit, those cuckoos… well, they are named appropriately! DAMN. Mind control is so creepy! And the actress does a pretty good job- she definitely looked the part! Like even when their eyes were “normal”, she had the crazy eyes! I am glad that it got good though, even if it WAS toward the end. That shit is intense! I hope it ended well, too! Is it over until the fall then?
Ooooh yes, I heard about The Defenders too, but I heard mixed things. Did you like that? If i do get bored, I will definitely give it a shot! Same about spoilers- though the spoiler I saw for TWD was a BIG one and now I am so pissed. Not as pissed as if it was The 100, but more pissed than if it was Riverdale. It’s like… a spoiler spectrum hah. But yeah it IS almost March- what do you think, maybe 6 weeks out from the show we can expect the trailer? That’s my guess. So… maybe 2 more weeks?
Hhahha I love that it always rains in cyberpunk world. Like… probably not, but okay if you insist. And YES the Asian influence is always huge. Probably not totally off base, but it would be nice if someone decided that Norway or like, Venezuela was the future for a second. OKAY you said basically the same thing again, but I am not erasing mine this time, I am just laughing because obviously great minds think alike 😀 I think that IS the problem though- every cyberpunk thing tries to fit a mold, and that is never going to work- hence why dystopian died out. Not everything cna be The Hunger Games, just like everything can’t be Blade Runner!
Warcross sounds so good. Need to get to it. It’s a series, right? Was the ending just… not good even with a sequel? This worries me a bit. I didn’t know that about The Lunar Chronicles either, but I guess it does make sense- Cinder is a cyborg, so. (Also, set in Asia, because of course.) They are… okay, but realllly predictable. I’ve only read the first two though. Most people like them, anyway.
YES when Dread Nation comes out you should read it! April 3rd, I think? And YES- I saw Trail of Lightning! I requested it on Netgalley, I am currently in Netgalley Purgatory waiting for an approval or denial. I have heard great things already! I agree, we DO need more books like that!
Yup. And that’s so funny. I say enjoy it because trust me if she tells everyone everything that is NOT fun lol. Not that I really have anything I’m that embarrassed about, but my sister did a few times… anyway your mom sounds way cool. 🙂 Yeah mine needs to find a middle ground maybe, but she’s great. I really can’t say anything bad.
Yeah Mississippi and Arkansas are probably not much better. I’m sure Birmingham is a relative oasis in a sea of red. Can you imagine living there? I can’t. And yes Hillary was clearly too calculating and/ or came across that way- I think overthinking is a good word- but you know, I blame Americans for not respecting competence. Like I read somewhere that Hillary had all these positions and thought out policy papers on various issues and no one paid attention because ooh shiny new scandal. Email! Trump! Ra ra. It’s like as a country we don’t respect competence. Look at Bush. I think some supporters liked that he was kinda dumb and inarticulate. Why do they admire THAT?
It wouldn’t surprise me if chlorine could cause asthma. You did spend a lot of time in pools sounds like! And I know?? They actually told her once that if she kept smoking she might not make it through one of her attacks (she was in the hospital FROM an attack). She kept smoking anyway. O.o
I have never had pierogies! I don’t even know what they ARE. I will google them though henceforth. I don’t even know if they have them around here (some store must SURELY). But yeah I’ll try em! Oh and so true about grandmas and cooking. The go-for-broke style of cooking I guess. My grandma offered me ice cream every time I went over there as a kid. Just out of the blue- do you want a bowl of ice cream? I mean, really? Who says nah I’ll pass to that?? And yes ALL the butter. Real butter too, not that mamby-pamby fake stuff. Real butter that sits out in a glass bowl all day, never refrigerated.
Michonne is pretty awesome. Yeah she doesn’t take any shit. And I laughed so hard at her zombie crew. I guess that’s one way of surviving! Kinda like when they smear themselves with blood and zombie stuff on Fear…
“Ummm Lori fucking died”. Ha I love how you say that so matter-of-factly. Yeah she’s toast. Ha and poor T-Dog. I liked him. Oh no spoilers on Twitter for last night? I didn’t watch, I’m still behind on the show, but I may catch up so I can resume watching. I’m just so over it, kinda. Although if the spoiler is what I think it is, I might be glad? But yes that’s shitty. Twitter ruins a lot of shows sadly.
Caryl is the best. Those two… I really didn’t like daryl in the beginning, he seemed like such an asshole, like his brother, but he really grows on you doesn’t he? One of the better characters. I really like too how he and Rick get close. Yeah Rick has definite problems but he and daryl are kinda cool together. And he definitely has a thing for Carol! Has she started getting tougher yet? She definitely will… 🙂
I do have Instagram but have never posted. Like I made an account and left lol. but it’s the whole who has time for book photography thing? Never thought of following the 100 peeps though… that’s a great idea. Hopefully Chrisley endures even if Marper falls. I hate even saying that. But I may just start spamming a bunch of #SaveMarper tweets out there. Start a thing. It’ll be fun.
Okay I watched two. I feel like I should be enjoying this show MORE, but I did laugh a few times. Josh actually is kinda funny? Wolf was kind of irritating me though I like how they’ll just shoot anything! And when Tiger was like give me the baby lol. It is kind of a trip…
I watched episode eleven and the Cuckoos are even more manipulative in that one, so they’re clearly going to revitalize the show, which let’s face it was pretty mediocre. And they killed off a major mutant so that was gutsy. Yeah the finale is like an hour and a half so I didn’t get to it, but maybe tomorrow- I hope it ends well. It is done until fall.
Let me know if you watch Jessica. 🙂 The Defenders on the other hand- sucked. Jessica is on that show, and she’s actually one of the better things about it, but the rst of the show is pretty shitty. The problem is a lot of the story revolves around the Iron Fist character, and he pretty much sucks. they cast the wrong guy for that role, big time, and it brings the show down. Jessica and Luke Cage have a nice dynamic though. And there is a definite spoiler spectrum! Like for the star Wars movies I actually LOOKED for spoilers ha ha- hoping they wouldn’t suck. That was in vain. But yeah I would be ecstatic if we get a trailer in two weeks. Or even three…it really brings home how close we’re getting. Hurry the fuck up March we got places to be!!!
Can you imagine a cyberpunk movie with sunshine?? And ha ha right? I mean Norway, or even African inspired cyberpunk? How cool that would be. They need to branch out.
I think Warcross is a series. Definitely sets up a sequel. The ending… it’s hard to say without spoiling, but I’ll just say there is a character revelation that I’m not sure works? For me? But I haven’t heard a lot of complaints so it may just be my thing. Not the main MC but a different character. Will be really curious to see your thoughts.
I might actually do that. I hope you get Trail. I have high hopes for that one. I’d like to see Native American YA really take off. Okay it’s almost midnight- can I sneak the Gifted in? Or maybe FM- I like that they’re only a half hour. I need to start watching my movies that suck too- I’m going to (I think) do like a stream of consciousness type post, my thoughts as I go along, like live tweeting almost? But I don’t know if it’ll work…
Oooh I agree, I’d rather have my “problem” than yours! I just find it so funny because she is extra cautious and I am over here basically not caring. But I do get it- sometimes you just have shit you want to keep to yourself! Or at least… not with random neighbors you bump into at the grocery store ? My mom IS generally pretty cool- my friends always liked her and such, and of course, I do too hah. Obviously no one is perfect, and she can and has made me insane from time to time, but I am definitely VERY thankful, no question.
NO please do not make me live in one of those states! Even IF we clear out the rednecks, can you imagine the cleanup? Removing confederate flags, getting rid of inappropriate statues… let’s just leave them to it. I think that’s the thing that pisses me off most about Hillary. It’s like- the campaign was a job interview, and here she is, with literally hundreds of qualifications, and this moron off the street walks in, probably barely passed middle school, he’s nasty and inappropriate, and yet SOMEHOW HR decides to give him the job and it’s like… what? Is it because she was a woman? Or because she was a strong woman? Maybe if she played dumb like Sarah Palin (well, Sarah Palin IS dumb, but she also played it up a LOT) these assholes wouldn’t have felt “threatened” or whatever their stupid problem was? And you’re totally right about Bush! The people liked him because he was a seemingly “normal guy”. Look, sure I’d sit down with him for a drink and some chuckles, but that doesn’t mean I want him running the country! And that’s definitely another case of competence, especially with the Gore election. One of those guys was smart and informed and had a shitton of experience and… the other was elected ?
Yeah exactly, who just suddenly HAS asthma? And so many of my teammates had it too! It was always like inhaler central on the pool deck. Oh my goodness! WHYYYY Greg’s sister? Why!? Did she try to quit after? I hate smoking, because just…. is there even a benefit? It will totally kill you, and as far as I can tell, it doesn’t have any upsides, so… But I know how hard it is to quit, I am sure that didn’t appeal to her. But when you’re in the hospital, and a change might make you able to NOT be in the hospital again…Idk, I can’t really say of course because I was never in that position- definitely must be tough!
Oh my goodness. Okay. They are basically like, potatoes and cheese (and there can be other stuff but those are the base ingredients) in a dough. And then like- I boil them because I try to be like, moderately healthy, but I have seen people fry them too. And they probably have the “big” brands around you, like Mrs T’s in the frozen section or something, but that isn’t the SAME! I mean, they’re fine for some random weeknight dinner, but not if you’ve never had them! HA my other grandma always had ice cream on hand! Grandmas love to spoil, and they love to do it with food it seems. I always wondered if it was because when they grew up it was like, Depression-era and they learned that food made them happy? Or maybe I am overthinking the role of the grandma and they just like to give kids all the crappy food hah.
Michonne is at the prison now, well, and then left again. I do like her, especially because she didn’t take any of Gov’s shit. That guy. Man, I was screaming at Andrea to not TOUCH that guy. But did she listen to me? NOPE. Instead she sleeps with the rapey perv. How long does this guy last? Because I am about to get pissed. You were SO right about hating this storyline because I DO. Why is Andrea so stupid? And it doesn’t even fit freaking Merle’s personality! Also- why the hell did Carl name the baby Judith? After toying with all those meaningful names like Sophia and shit… Judith after some random teacher? Letdown.
I just don’t understand why no one even bothered to TRY to save Lori. She was just like “okay Maggie, you’re going to slice my gut open on this dirty floor, and then go ahead and let me bleed out, and then shoot me”. Good plan, Lori. Like even in a hospital setting, your stomach can stay open for a hot second, right? If a surgery takes like 45 minutes… how did Lori bleed out after 45 SECONDS? I liked T-Dog too- and he sacrificed himself for Carol, it was sweet. GAH I do not want to tell you if the spoiler will make you happy because I know what you’re asking and if I tell you yes or no, then you will know 😀 And I get that, it’s hard to find motivation if you’re really over a show. But… it might be a cross-over with Fear!
Same, same, I didn’t like Daryl at first either- he was so mean! But now I adore him. And Carol, of course! She has started getting tougher- I can tell! She’s not fully there yet, but she’s definitely changing. I laughed so hard when the prisoner with the mustache said that Carol was a lesbian and she was like “um no” and he said “things just got more interesting” and she was like “no they definitely didn’t” ? I just love that like, they maybe can come together even in the midst of the awfulness. And slow burn obviously because other than Maggie, no one can admit feelings, apocalypse or otherwise.
Oh I feel you- the only reason I go on Instagram anymore is to like friends’ photos and then stalk The 100 cast. No one has time for that nonsense. And I feel like it used to be “snap a fun picture of a book” and now it’s like “Have a legit two hour portrait session for every book you might want a picture of. Spend your retirement savings on props, and if you don’t get at least a thousand likes you suck and should probably just end it all”. It isn’t fun, it’s just work. But the cast stuff is all just… fun. No nonsense required. You SHOULD start a thing, I would support your #SaveMarper campaign!
So I agree, I feel like I should be liking it more too, BUT I think maybe it’s because it is silly? And let’s face it, we’ve not exactly been watching much lighthearted stuff lately. Wolf has some funny moments, especially when he interacts with Josh’s dad. His “name” will make you laugh too. And Tiger and the baby KILLED ME. Did you get to the part where they join the focus group yet? I don’t know why but it made me laugh harder than it should have. Josh IS funny! I feel like he has a good self-deprecating sense of humor- it’s clear he doesn’t take himself too seriously, which is refreshing. So what episode are you on now? Just 3? Because I finished 5 like, whenever I last watched, so I can still wait 😀
The Cuckoos got more… cuckoo? But how!? They were pretty damn messed up in that clip, jeeeez. I am glad that they’re living up to your expectations though- it would have SUCKED if you watched all that time and then they ended up being a disappointment too! Hope the finale was good!
YEP that is exactly what I heard about the Defenders. That people watched for JJ, but she was kind of the only good part. Everyone hates this Iron Fist character, too. Who plays him? Anyone famous? (Like, that I’d know hah) And yesss same- there have been shows (and books!) where I have looked for spoilers, to avoid disappointment (and in some cases, to spare myself from reading/watching!) Like- I actively looked for Hunger Games movie spoilers because if I was going to be filled with rage, I didn’t want to do it in a theater, but in the comfort of my own home.
You KNOW when March hits, people are going to start screaming for the trailer. I actually feel low key bad for Jason, because this is SO not his call. But also… can you believe that it is seriously March in about a day? How? We are so close to ALL the shows. Obviously I am most excited for The 100 but… what a great month! We are also close to it being spring- like less than 3 weeks. You are aware of what this means to my hyper-planner self, right? It means that plans have to be made! Plannnsssss. (Picture that I am hissing like those lizard-peacemakers in the sewer of Mockingjay. I mean, I am not really, but in my head I am.)
HA I want a sunshine cyberpunk! Because why not? African inspired would be awesome! Or Indian or anything else, really. Just something that hasn’t been done in ALL the books. Ah yes, Warcross does have at least one other book, so that’s good. But it sucks that it didn’t feel like the character thing worked. I do want to read it soon though- I pre-ordered it, but at this rate the sequel will be out before I get it done!
I have heard REALLY good things about Trail- granted, from the few people who have had the chance to read it, but still. I hope you were able to watch more stuff! I have been awful lately- I START watching shit at like, 1:00 by the time I get done half-assedly blogging and then reading. Oh yesss your shitty movies! Have you watched any yet? OH! I meant to ask if you had seen Mean Girls. I know it isn’t *that* old but it is iconic so you need to. I think a live-tweeting sort of thing could work! I have seen people do that even on sites like Buzzfeed and such while watching movies, so I think it could work great for a blog!
That’s the thing! My mom was always really popular too, for some reason, maybe cause she was easygoing? I mean she was back then, and still is I guess? Like my parents were not overly strict, and some of my friends did have strict parents, so sometimes my place was where we all hung out? I didn’t have it rough, let’s put it that way. My sister unfortunately is the one who had it tough… they just clashed. But it was complicated too… she made bad decisions but so did they.
Yeah I bet if Hillary was more like Palin and was all like let’s have a beer and I’m a mama bear and all that horseshit she probably would be super popular! It’s like Americans seem to go for the buffoons and dipshits? But the fact that she was smart and no- nonsense and wanted to *gasp* help people- nope, not interested, next. And there are people out there who think Trump is doing a good job! What planet are THEY on? Oh yeah FOX planet.
Right? And I think she has tried to quit, a few times, but I don’t know if it ever took. She could still be smoking NOW for all i know. Like at this moment. 🙂 But no at that time she didn’t try, she was just like yeah whatever where’d I put my smokes? Can I borrow $5? Okay I’m kidding… kinda. And other people on the team got it too? That is a bit suspicious… I honestly think there’s a lot we don’t know about chemicals and what they cause. Wouldn’t surprise me at alls!
Potatoes, cheese and dough sounds… good? I like all of those things! And I do think the grandma syndrome does have to do with the Depression and stuff, and maybe also the 50’s thing, where people used real butter and smoked and didn’t know yet that all that stuff was bad? I mean wasn’t it the 40’s and 50’s when McDonalds started and everybody started eating burgers and fries and shit?
I was pissed too when Andrea slept with Gov. And unfortunately that storyline lasts WAY too long. I was so over it when it’s finally done. How do you like the prison though in general? I thought it was kind of a cool place to hang out, notwithstanding the Gov’s proximity. Has Morgan shown back up yet? That might still be a ways off, I’m fuzzy on the timeline.
I know. Very abrupt. And if the spoiler is about Carl ha ha it’s okay I know that one. I’m not his biggest fan. But I will be catching up because you’re right- if they’re crossing over (and it looks like they are) I need to be on top of things! And I actually can’t wait til Fear starts up again, I have to say… I;m kinda missing it??
Yeah Caryl are really the best. They should be in charge. Or just cut their losses and take off on Daryl’s motorcycle because let’s face it, rick has a tendency to run things into the ground. Oh well. But they’re almost like Bellarke- like will they EVER? They have so many opportunities and the showrunners just don’t give us what we WANT…
Instagram *nods vigorously* they don’t even call it IG anymore, now it’s Bookstagram?? It has it’s own subname?? And the props… wow. I’ll be obsolete soon as a blogger because everyone keeps saying IG and booktubing are the future, blah blah, and I don’t see myself doing either of those lol. Booktubing sounds like too much work- you have to be not half assed about it, with cameras and sound and all that. And who really wants to do that ANYWAY? Not me. Although props to those who can pull it off…
Yeah I’m still on 3. I watched the finale of Gifted tonight- that was pretty good, although some of the decisions they made I’m not sure about. The Cuckoos have definitely shaken that show up, which is good, because they are pulling the mutants into factions- the good guys and the ones who are more morally flexible. And after what happens in the finale S2 should be pretty good? That show definitely got better at the end! And right? The cuckoos are definitely playing people, I guess when you’re a telepath it’s easy to manipulate people. But I think the show works better when some of the mutants are villains or borderline villains? The moral ambiguity is way more interesting.
The guy playing Iron Fist was on Game of Thrones (probably why he got cast) but he’s not very physical and it IS a martial arts role. Plus he had no martial arts experience, so he couldn’t really sell the character at all. Bad casting. It was pretty much a disaster. Which is a bummer because I’ve always liked the Iron Fist character, but they screwed it all up. The Defenders was actually pretty bad too. And I can totally see that! Who wants to go to an adaptation of a favorite book and be pissed? Cause let’s face it most of the time these adaptations SUCK.
You ARE a planner ha ha. that’s good though, I’m always Mr. Wing-it so I need to fight that tendency lol. It makes me a procrastinator big time, like I’ll be all like ah I’ve got time to do that and a month later…oops. So yeah… but spring IS close?? MArch is TOMORROW. Yay. So when you coming to Michigan? 🙂 Did we decide May or August? And yes the show drought is about to end. the 100, 12 Monkeys at some point (May maybe?) when is Fear coming back? That’s probably fall right?
I should look at Goodreads and see if anyone else bitched about the “thing” that I didn’t like. I never saw a ton of reviews for that book, I did see a few but I don’t remember any specifically addressing that. It may have been just me that cared?
I ended up just messing around looking at book covers and shit, because #wastetime. Although I lie to myself and say it’s for a post. I have not seen Mean Girls! I will add it to the list! I need suggestions, so any you think of… send em along. And no I haven’t really gotten started yet, sadly. I wanted to start with Lake Placid but amazon Prime doesn’t have it, oddly enough? so maybe I need to rent the DVD, and who knows when THAT will happen? Of course I could just move on to Maximum Overdrive, which is second on my list. I mean bring on the killer lawn mowers and steamrollers, right? After that I may open it up to the voting thing… but yeah live tweeting always seems fun! And are you talking 1 am? Because if so then clearly you are a night owl too… which, I like being a night owl, but it sucks in the morning sometimes?? Or all the time ha ha? But I do it too- I start shows at insanely ridiculously hours…
Hahah yep, same! My friends’ parents were often so… over involved. Like about dumb stuff. And I always thought wow guys, you need to pick your battles better! Because my friends were all pretty much good kids, too. And of course, some of them rebelled later once they got away from their overbearing parents. Oy, isn’t it the WORST when you know your parents are SO in the wrong with your sibling? My parents were huge assholes when my brother decided to come home from college (and quit football, I think they were more mad about that than college tbh). He had alternate plans and everything, but WOW did they overreact. But as “just” the sibling, what can you do? I tried to talk but it fell on deaf ears. And NOW, in hindsight, they know they were in the wrong but ugh. And I imagine that if your sister was making like, actual harmful decisions, it must have been a wayyy bigger clusterfuck than that. It’s probably almost a snowball effect- she acts out, so your parents react badly, so she acts out more, and on and on. Never ever easy.
YEP exactly, and I think that whole thing was MORE pronounced since she is a woman. Like god forbid she be competent and serious AND female. I can’t decide if Trump supporters hate women or POC more. And yeah of course they couldn’t be bothered to help people. The thing that really gets me is that they just happened to be lucky enough to never NEED the help (or alternatively, are too stupid to realize they HAVE had help) and so they judge. I seriously don’t get how anyone can think he is doing a good job. I mean, do they even have eyes and ears and such? I like the idea of Planet FOX, maybe we can just move all these assholes there, problem solved!
HA I can just see it, she was smoking somewhere, and had the strangest feeling pass over her, as though someone was mentioning her at the exact moment ?It does suck that she tried to quit and couldn’t though. Does she try to hide it from your mom? My brother still hides his nasty chewing tobacco from my parents, even though they know and he knows they know. It’s all so silly. Well- other people on the team HAD asthma, I don’t know if they randomly acquired it like I did though, they could have been born with it even. But I agree about the chemicals either way. I know I reacted badly if they added too much chlorine- my breathing, but my skin, too. It can’t be healthy either way, basically.
Exactly, how can you go wrong with those ingredients!? Good stuff. Better than all that cabbage and shit that is in some Polish food. Ooooh that is probably true about back in the day when no one gave a shit if food and such could kill you. I figure they were so depressed from WWII and then the Cold War and such… butter was the least of their troubles. And didn’t they have rationing during WWII? So more being denied food! Oh yeah, when DID McDonald’s start? I feel like that’s a useless fact worth knowing. Let’s google. YEP you were spot on, 1940! Definitely all makes sense then!
UGH Andrea is STILL. THERE. Gov has a fucking glass shard in his eye, his zombie kid is dead, and yet…. Andrea is trying to “lead”. I like the prison! Rick and Company are back now from the attack. No Morgan yet (I keep waiting for him!) but there are some new people- but I feel like Rick might throw them out? Tyrese and Sasha seem cool but I don’t like the other two douchecanoes who wanted to kill Carl and Carol. (Okay seriously, why are these the names? Carl, Carol, Daryl… Not the most creative namers.) Also Rick is very emotionally unstable. No pysch wards in the end of days, I presume ?
I’m so pissed at Daryl right now. He left with scummy Merle?! Poor Carol looked like someone just kicked her puppy. And yesss they ARE like Bellarke, aren’t they? Here, Daryl is Clarke after irradiating the mountain. Only… instead of “saving his people”, he just is brainwashed by his shitty brother. HOW do you know the Carl spoiler? You looked it up, didn’t you. YES that is what it is. And I knew if you knew you’d be happy so I couldn’t tell you but of COURSE you knew it anyway 😀 YAY I am glad you’ll be catching up! I will too… someday! I am almost done with S3!
UGH yes, I don’t even LIKE bookstagram anymore. All the damn pictures look the same! I used to do it for publicists when I got sent books until I was like… time out, no one is paying me for this bullshit. If it helps, I don’t think Instagram will EVER replace blogging- and we’ve seen bloggers and booktubers coexist for years now, so you’re fine. Actually, I have seen a HUGE decline in bookstagram lately- I think its moment may already be passing! You’re right, Booktube sounds like a HUGE pain in the ass. I mean- you have to have a super organized, well lit, well decorated area. And then you’d have to put on nice clothes and shit, make sure you looked nice alll the time, blah. Nope, I’d rather just blog in my pajamas, thank you very much!
I figured you were still behind so I did not move on- I watched The Challenge instead 😀 Oh I am so glad that it finally got better- and that S2 looks promising because of it! Guess you were right about The Cuckoos shaking things up! I totally agree about moral ambiguity though- I’d much rather than than just a straight up baddie!
Um, that is STUPID, because there are probably literally thousands of actors who can do martial arts type stuff. And it doesn’t exactly sound like this guy is Emmy-nominated for his acting either so… what the hell? Maybe no one else wanted the stupid part haha. Are they doing another season or spinoff of The Defenders? Or Iron Fist? And YEP so many of the adaptations are shit. And then I feel bad for the authors who get hate for it, like it isn’t THEIR fault!
Hah I really am a planner- but I am also indecisive which makes for a fun time. Like I need to plan, but I can’t decide what I should do ? But I do get too nervous to procrastinate- at least with anything bigger. I can procrastinate small shit (like blogging!) until the end of time. SO. We did NOT decide on which month. But I am thinking May? Because I probably won’t be moving until after that so May seems a little safer. So… let me know what May looks like for you! I honestly think any time will be fine for me 😀
The show drought is SO CLOSE to being over! The 100, Handmaid’s Tale, and FEAR are all in April- remember, Fear comes back on April 15th, with the season finale of TWD- and I still wonder if it’ll cross over somehow! Still no official word on 12 Monkeys from what I can tell, but I bet May too. Since I think it was last year? Wonder if they’ll release them all at once again.
Hahha I bet SOMEONE else cared about the thing at the end of Warcross! Now I really want to get to it quicker so I know what the thing is!
Um, why is it SO EASY to go down the rabbit hole of book covers? I could do that for hours too. And also save them, so I can lie about it being for a “someday” post hah. YES Mean Girls is a must. Have you seen Heathers? That is an old one but a “must”. What about Clueless? I will keep thinking, there are definitely lots of shitty movies out there! YESSS do Maximum Overdrive because that is so funny and weird and gross. I can’t believe that Lake Placid isn’t anywhere- like people are going to PAY for that debacle? Come on. And YEP 1am- I am such a night owl. I’ll be tired all day, and then 10pm comes and BAM I am ready to go. I feel like society has trapped me in its stupid “morning people” ways, it doesn’t seem fair. Fun fact: Night owls are proven to be smarter and have higher IQs. Some scientists thing we are evolving that way!
Yeah snowball effect is right. In hindsight my mom would definitely do some things different, but… yeah, too late now. And same here- they did NOT listen to me at all when I would tell them things. Frustrating. And then when she bitches now about how she would have done this or that different, I try not to say I told you so! Ha ha cause I’m a jerk lol. No, seriously though, I just hold my tongue and go yup, uh- huh, I know etc. What can u do??
Definitely her being a woman had a lot to do with it! And the fact that she’s smart and analytical- I think a lot of Americans want women to be like Palin- you know, fun and attractive (although I never thought Palin was attractive) and all that, rather than smart. Um, I’ll take smart. Especially if they’re carrying the nuclear codes around. Can you imagine how different the world would be right now if she had won? All this trouble with Europe, all the stuff he’s done that WOULDN’T have happened- it’s kinda mind boggling. somewhere there’s an alternate universe where things are much saner…
Right? “Smoke up Johnny”- I always think of that line from Breakfast Club. But yeah Mom knows she smokes. She has tried more recently to quit, and who knows maybe she has? I kinda doubt it though. 🙂
1940? Dang I was just guessing! But that sounds right. And you know I like an old time diner style place as much as the next person- Pop’s on Riverdale? I’d be there ALL the time- but you know burgers and fries and shit are not exactly healthy. So yeah… our diet’s fucked up. When you think of all the fast food today, and how often most of us eat it, it’s kind of amazing??
Lol zombie kid! I about fell over when I saw what he was hiding in there. Fricking douche. And Andrea is dumb now, sadly. The prison I liked. Tyrese was cool if I recall, but I never liked Sasha? Not even sure why. And the Carl spoiler- I think I just saw it a week or so ago, that they were axing him. The internet *sigh* about time I say. Although I feel bad for Rick as he loses everybody? Well a little bad. But seriously Carl should have died a long time ago, when… we’ll you’ll see heh. Let’s just say he already cheated death once… and he’s irritating AF too so good riddance.
Oh good, I’m kinda glad because nothing against Bookstagrammers but if I wanted to go into filmmaking for fucks sake I would went to film school? And then the shit’s always choppy anyway, the edits are super obvious unless they’re a VERY polished booktuber, so it’s kinda silly anyway? Although there are some good ones. And it just doesn’t seem FUN. I mean maybe at first, it’s all new rah rah but after a while I’d be like, I don’t wanna do this today. Or ever.
So I’m still behind and I kinda want to watch TWD now? Because you’re watching it and… okay lame excuse but I’m seeing people on Twitter now talking about it and I should catch up I guess. And I’m procrastinating again… sorry! It’s like when a book’s just okay and I have trouble making myself read it… I’m terrible, I know.
Iron Fist was funny because everyone was like cast an Asian guy, for the rep, and it was this big controversy. Then they cast the white Game of Thrones guy and everyone erupted. And I was like okay with a white guy because he’s white in the comics, and I believe in them sticking with the source, but a lot of people were pissed because “white savior” and all that. To make it worse they cast a white guy who was shitty in the role, with no martial arts experience, so it’s bad. There WAS an Asian guy too who was cast in a small role and he was a martial artist and was AWESOME, and lots of people (myself included, notwithstanding my earlier objection) thought he might have been amazing in the role. Basically they needed a martial artist regardless of ethnicity, because that is the WHOLE role. He’s like the preeminent martial artist in the world, and they cast someone who has no experience with that. Everything suckage flowed from that…
May is fine. August might be better, and I don’t say that to blow you off, but spring might be a little hectic around here, but it’ll work I think either way. And really do what’s best for you, because… moving is a big deal. Speaking of which, I hope all goes well with that and you find an awesome place. But yeah let me know what you think about dates or whatever, we’ll work it out. Looking forward!
Ah okay Fear is back in April too! I guess I wasn’t clear on that. Sweet. Dang- April huh? We’re gonna be in ALL the shows. I’ll probably have to get hulu again for Handmaid’s. Yeah 12 Monkeys is probably May, and I hope they DO release them all at once. Binge city!!!
Warcross actually I liked it but what worked for me was the game itself and the roles different people played in the game, as well as the team dynamics. I think I was expecting it to be like Ready Player One and it was moire of like an online MMO-type game only on a huger, virtual reality type scale? Which is as cool as it sounds. 🙂 So yeah… good stuff. But the very beginning and the twist towards the end were less interesting to me than the whole middle of the book with the games and suchlike.
I’ve never seen Heathers. OR Clueless! They look like good additions to the list! Max Overdrive will be FUN I’m thinking. Such a horrible movie. Some posts are just a blast to write and that is definitely going to be one of them. And yes night owldom is fun! I’ve always been that way. they say that if left to our own devices (i.e. don’t have to get up for work or school) that people will naturally go to bed later and get up later, so it’s natural kind of ha ha! We’re just more in tune with our natural ways? And society is always trying to pigeonhole us. I think it’s no accident that we gravitate to night owldom, and books, and creative stuff like blogging, and everything else because we’re smarter lol. 🙂
Hahah YEP my mom has said the same stuff in hindsight- but I am NOT as nice as you because I totally tell her “I told you” ? And same when we talk about how they basically pushed me out of the house for college- she regrets that, and I am maybe a bit more assholey with that than with my brother’s stuff.
I agree- it’s the double standard rearing its ugly head yet again. Because yeah- if these rednecks want to date Sarah Palin types, fine, whatever, not my business, but I want the leader of the country to be a leader! Ugh, it would be SUCH a different world! No threats of North Korean nuclear devices, no worries from other countries about what to “do” with us, everyone would just have insurance and women could get birth control and basically it’s utopia and if there IS a parallel universe like that, I want a one way ticket please and thank you.
Hahah I remember that Breakfast Club line. Hopefully one of these times, the quitting will actually stick.
I wonder if they always served such unhealthy food at those kind of diners? Or if they just do it now to get people in the door? You have to wonder what our consumption does to our bodies- imagine how different it was just 100 years ago! Refrigeration and preservation was in its infancy, so most food was still fresh. Milkman, farms, etc. Now… You can eat stuff that’s been in a can since 1987 and survive. And the fast food… yikes.
RIGHT? I felt a tiny bit bad for him because he was so damn delusional that he thought that he could… idk, cuddle with the damn thing? So Andrea STILL sucks, five seasons later? That is going to be a lot of crappy Andrea to tolerate. FFS she could have killed the asshole Gov, but NOPE, she just keeps on sleeping with him and NOT also killing him. Tyrese and Sasha seemed cool because they were the only ones who weren’t trying to be murder-y, and I liked that. But we’ll see I suppose! Now they’re at the…Idk, let’s call it the Governor’s Ball. Why does anyone listen to this guy, he’s not even good at pretending to be non-creepy! Morgan’s baaaack! Idk what he is doing yet, but he’s there. In some weird town.
I feel bad for Rick too, honestly. And I am kind of surprised! I never thought they’d kill off another kid! I feel like Carl is going to get even more annoying though so I think I can live with it- I just wish that Twitter didn’t have the need to tell me about it beforehand!
Hahha I agree! I mean, if you like to do videos or photos, totally, have at it! I just really don’t? And editing must take forever- I know I wanted to do The 100 video montages because… Idk I was bored, but wow, so much work! And you’re right, it doesn’t seem fun. Like- some of the people have fun, but so few. The “big” ones are all getting paid to show the books anyway, and I feel like you can tell it isn’t genuine. And the new ones, like you said, aren’t… the best quality yet.
DO IT. Watch TWD! Because think about it… eventually I will be further along than you got and I will know all the things and that would be so sad. For you I mean 😀 And it’s okay! I mean, you don’t *have* to watch Future Man even! It’s not like there are a ton of things to talk about even, like with all our other shows.
I just… sometimes I have to shake my head with choices that these shows make. Especially when it comes to casting, even more specifically when you KNOW there is going to be audience backlash. And like- even if this dude’s audition was great, couldn’t they have seen by the pilot that it was going to be a mess? Because it sounds like it was all pretty damn clear! Like no one liked the Callie Cartwig character on The 100, so they axed her. Obviously this would need to be recast in this case but STILL that happens all the time!
I might have a ::gulp:: full time job by August too, which was my other concern, with getting time off and such. Hence why earlier seemed better, you know? But okay- as of now I basically have no real pressing commitments, so… what times do you think you’ll be available? Since your life sounds way more exciting than mine this spring/summer ? Basically I am telling you to pick and I will figure it out and make it work hah. Really, the biggest reason that I need to plan in advance (I really *can* calm my planner brain down when need be 😀 ) is because I’ll need my mom to block off the time too and such. And thanks- moving is scaring me. Like, it’s exciting on one hand, but then… exhausting hahha.
YEP yep Fear is back soon! Their seasons are weird, aren’t they? But yeah- so with the premiere date coinciding with TWD’s finale, AND the Morgan thing… it’s kind of exciting! I wonder if I will be caught up by then. I hope so! Hmmm you could probably wait until ALL the Handmaids are out so you could binge and only have to pay for like, one month of Hulu? Especially with all the other amazing shows happening!
Warcross almost reminds me (well, the premise anyway) of Arena by Holly Jennings, and I wonder if it is similar or there are just a few similarities that I am reading too much into. I DO worry about too much of the game part starting to bore me though. If I did not have too many review books I would seriously start it right now. I *should* have a lull after the next few though- but also Wolves of Winter is on the way and that might have to come first hah.
Oooooh no, you have missed ALL the things! Obviously Clueless is a little… girly, but The Heathers isn’t really- it’s super dark and messed up. But i think your readers would enjoy both of those reactions! I agree, the posts should be VERY fun, especially the most ridiculous of the movies! YES- and they also say that your natural preference comes through when left to your own devices too- and mine has always, always been night owl. You have a good point about gravitating to more intellectual hobbies, too! Damn society. Can we somehow blame Trump for this? Cause I want to.
Oh yeah I’ve done it too. 🙂 I mean not in a nasty way, but occasionally I’ve said you know, if you had listened to me… ha ha. She probably didn’t think I knew what I was talking about at the time, sadly. Oh well…
Yeah where’s the doorway to Hillaryland? Not that she’s perfect, but like you said… we wouldn’t have any of THIS. Did you see yesterday where he appeared to embrace gun control? The Republicans were like *sputter* WTF? I laughed. I mean yeah he won’t follow through, but just the fact that he occasionally puts the fear of God in his own side cracks me up… even if he is a douche of the highest order.
Yeah it’s kinda scary. I always wonder when a loaf of bread gets shoved in the back and I find it a week or so later and it looks… fine. Yeah there’s no preservatives in THAT lol. And right about canned stuff? Shows like TWD and Fear clearly tell us that even after a zomb apocalypse the canned stuff is just fine.
Andrea… oy. Not really sure what to say there lol. Spoilers and all… yes she should have killed the Gov. Put him out of our misery! She makes bad life choices. And yeah Sasha’s not BAD, but she just bugs the shit out of me as time goes on. I keep wanting her to die. And Morgan – yay! *rolls eyes* He gets weird…
Carl gets worse. And worse. And get a fucking haircut, you know? By the time he buys it you’ll be good riddance, trust me.
OKAY! You talked me into it (that was hard, right?). Plus yeah I want to be able to bitch about it. And Fear in April- it would irritate me if they do crossover and I am unprepared. So yes… the stars are in alignment. And this way you don’t have to wait for slowpoke me on Future man… which let’s face it I may still sneak in from time to time. I feel like with TWD and Jessica Jones arriving next week I’ll be busy for a week or so, and then… ?? The 100 maybe?
They should absolutely recast Iron Fist. It’s that bad.
If you want to do May probably anytime in mid-May is fine. The only thing that doesn’t work is Memorial Day weekend, cause we’ll be gone (and I assume that’s bad for you too). But yeah otherwise May is pretty wide open? and trust me my life is not THAT exciting ha ha. But this will be fun- we’re gonna totally geek out! Do you want me to send you any info like hotel stuff or ? I know you’ve been here before, or in the area anyway, so not sure what you need?
Good point about Handmaid’s. I like binging anyway. And you know yeah about TWD/ Fear- it’s probably no accident they’re doing it that way. Had not really considered that… and I have a feeling at the rate you’re going you will be caught up. 🙂
Wolves of Winter is awesome. And you know I thought the game aspects of the book were the best, but I haven’t read Arena either, so I hope they’re not too similar! It’s like a team game, almost like Quidditch in a way, maybe, weirdly enough? Not quite what I was expecting, but I liked it? Ready Player One for example seemed more solitary- focused to me, even with Artemis and all that, whereas here it’s all about the team rankings and stuff.
I’ve heard Heathers is dark! Plus it might be fun to see Winona Ryder after seeing her in stranger Things! Maybe i’ll skip Clueless And… I watched Max Overdrive last night and wrote my post. It was a blast!! Oh my gosh that was FUN. I can’t wait to do it again. Frickin Lake Placid and Amazon *grumble* But live reacting to a shitty movie is very gratifying, I must say. I want to post it right now lol but realistically it will probably be a few weeks. The only thing that would have made it better would have been getting drunk at the same time, but I won’t go there yet.
Oh yes exactly, never nasty! But… sometimes you need to get a jab in there 😀 I think that’s probably always the case with parents- they think (and sometimes they’re right!) that they know more than us, so they brush off good advice.
Omg YES I don’t even have words for his newfound love of gun control! Wasn’t that his entire platform? Maybe this is how he finally is defeated- by actually having a decent opinion for once. ? He IS such a douche but I totally agree, I loooove to see them squirm! They deserve it, let’s be real!
Yeah exactly, there is something… not right about milk that lasts for weeks, and bread that can stick around indefinitely. But I guess… what’s the difference? Something will kill us, it might as well be Chef Boyardee, right? I hope that shit is around in the zombie apocalypse. Ugh, everything will be picked over and we’ll be left with cans of spam and some kind of fish with eyes.
Fucking Andrea, NOW she’s finally decided to run away- well, she tried to kill him but Milton or whatever stopped her. So they’ve spent a solid episode of Andrea and Gov chasing each other around. I was so bored, and I see what you mean about dragging it out! Like just DO IT already! And Tyreese is the only one standing up against the Gov so YEP you’re right, he is the only one I like hah. And holy crap Morgan is weird! Like he has lost it even more than Rick somehow. I was sad that his son had died though, that’s awful. OH and if Rick actually gives up Michonne… I will scream. Though I DID read somewhere that they are a ship for people? Which… seems weird but okay.
Carl… UGH I have such mixed feelings because like, he sucks of course, but does he suck because he had to grow up in this bullshit world? And I just feel bad that the group loses him, I guess. But yes why will no one cut the kid’s hair? They have plenty of knives and shit! And THE HAT. Is he going to die in the hat? Because it seems like yes.
Ha GOOD you need to be caught up, plus then you get to see Carl’s demise! I bet he’s pretty old though by this point. Which will probably make me feel better about hating him. I will let you know how Future Man goes- but I must say, if you made it through Altered Carbon, you can make it through FM. I mean, it’s quirky time travel with Peeta Mellark for goodness sake 😀 YES after you are caught up with TWD and Jessica Jones, we MUST watch The 100. I can’t believe it but… we’re actually running out of time?! I saw a countdown that said 52 days I think!
Yeah Memorial Day is probably a bad idea in general hah. And also Mother’s Day because it seems rude to my mom to be like “hey happy Mother’s Day, here, take my kids” ? So- the weekend in between that is like, May 19th or something? That would work for me! I would probably leave on like a Thursday or something. It WILL be fun, I am excited!! And sure, that’d be great, hotel info! I mean- I obviously can look it up too, but sometimes people who live there know what to avoid and such- like, I can tell you the hotels around here that I’d never let people stay at (unless I hated them I guess? Then all bets are off!) Thanks, that is really helpful 😀
Yes it IS more fun to binge- but I don’t know if I will have the self control to wait with Handmaid’s (or any shows, let’s be real). I actually was trying to do the math with TWD to see if I’d catch up on time. It… is going to be touch and go! There are just so damn many seasons, and I think only about 45 days left. And I have 83 episodes. So… yeah.
Wolves of Winter came today! I kind of want to start tonight but I also feel like I should finish my April review books? Decisions are hard. And that actually DOES sound a bit like Arena? It’s a team thing too, and they’re basically like professional-level team gamers. The games are like- almost like role-playing games of today but they actually go INTO the game and fight and even die- but only simulated death? It’s interesting. I feel like Warcross might be more intense though, and I like that!
You really do need to see Heathers. It’s a trip! The whole thing is so… un-PC, but it’s such great dark humor. I haven’t seen it in ages! And yeah you could probably live without Clueless- though I bet the post would be amazing! But you CANNOT live without Mean Girls. Oh YAYYY I cannot wait for the Max Overdrive post bwhahah. OMG drunk movie posting would be so hilarious! You have to save that for some REAL shitshow. Is Lake Placid not on ANY of the streaming services? That’s really rude. Especially since you’d think they’d WANT people to watch their shitty movie- and you’re trying to!
I have to admit I do love it when Trumpie turns on his supporters, or more accurately just flails into whatever position he feels like that day. Because he’s not really locked in to many positions, he’s like a weathervane? That’s another thing I don’t get about his supporters- you just KNOW he’s gonna turn on you at some point, why be so loyal? They’re kinda dumb. 🙂
Chef Boyardee… okay I legit loved those pizza kits by CB when I was a kid. the ones with the tiny pepperonis? Those were the bomb. But yeah they’ll be all gone… damn hoarders. Probably the apocalypse preppers stocked up, the bastards. What are we supposed to eat???????
Michonne and Rick ARE a ship. And Morgan… yeah. Is he like Zen staff wielder yet? SO dumb. But yes- you’re starting to get to the point now where things get draaaagggggeeeedddd out lol. I mean it gets bad. and then a good episode comes along! You just never know what you’re gonna get…
Carl… yeah. The hat has to go. And I get to see Carl die! that alone is worth me coming back! Plus they should be pretty action packed episodes since they’re apparently at war now or something. I mean they’ve heard all the complaining about slow episodes and dragging shit out, so maybe they’ve learned their lesson and corrected that? That’s probably too much to ask… good point about Altered Carbon. I didn’t know if I was EVER going to get through that! Oh my gosh it was fucking terrible at times! But we are running out of time which is… good? Only in the sense that we are CLOSER.
Cool! I will send you some info. I better look up sushi places, no? And what kind of stuff do you like to do? Are you stopping at Holly’s too (I think she was the one that lives close by?) Because if so I can try to find a place somewhere in the middle. Or whatever. I’ve never done a blogger meet-up before so feel free to laugh at me. 🙂
83 episodes. Damn. And the sad thing is MAYBE half of those don’t suck. Or maybe I’m just too negative lol. But… I don’t think so, there is some definite filler in there. You can do it though. 🙂 Handmaid’s I probably COULD wait to binge if I had to, but if you talk about it I’ll want to watch so I may as well ha ha. I mean nothing is worse than slow walking through The 100- if I can survive that, I can survive anything!
Wolves of Winter is awesome and must be read immediately! Ha kidding but seriously… I hope you like it as much as I did. I LOVED the remote setting, I felt at times like I was in the frozen Yukon, you know? And you know from what you’re saying Warcross DOES sound very similar to Arena. the thing about Warcross actually is I think there were only a few games, like 2 or 3 tops? So even though it’s all about the gaming it’s not like they’re playing THAT much? Still, I liked it. It was probably a 4 star for me.
I know! I can’t find Lake Placid anywhere! Amazon, Netflix and Hulu all came up nada. WTF? I’m NOT buying the DVD because fuck that. I don’t want to see it THAT bad *snort* So Mean Girls is a must see?? Ooh now I’m curious. 🙂
I think I mostly love it BECAUSE the Trumpers are proven to be as extra stupid as we knew they were all along? Because yeah, today it’s guns, tomorrow who knows, he might want to feed homeless people or something. Just kidding, he’d never actively spend money on another human. But maybe he’d spend OUR money on another human? Like nothing he does surprises me anymore but… him being a decent human being would blow my mind haha.
Hahha I LOVED the CB spaghetti and meatballs, which made my Italian mother cringe. I don’t know if I ever had the pizza ones though! I wonder if they’re anything like the current lunchables, bet they’re similar. That’s exactly it- all these people who “prepare” and “get stuff done” are going to get to the good stuff first. Because I mean I know I am going to stay in my house shitting around online until the last minute. Which means… crappy canned food I guess.
But… no that is a weird ship! OH what is their name? Rickonne? Hhahaha. No it’s weird. Mostly because Rick is a royal pain in the ass, but still. And NOPE Morgan is… hell, Idk what he is doing. Cowering in a corner and telling Rick to shoot him, mostly? Haven’t seen him in a few episodes though. OKAY, what the hell was the end of the season!? Merle dies, and like, fine, I can live with that (glad he went out on a high note though, that made me happy). And then ANDREA?! The fuck!? I sobbed so hard. Especially at Michonne’s reaction. Killed me. But again, she got redemption so it felt… like a good death. The start of S4 reminded me SO much of Wanheda 1. Like- the way the prison was thriving, and Michonne on the horse with a sword like Octavia. Everyone happy and random people in relationships haha. But the BEST was all the Caryl flirting, so here for it. Especially since he lost his brother and she lost literally the only female friend she had left in the world. Interesting that Sasha is on the council though! But my biggest complaint is… how is the Governor still ALIVE!? Talk about dragging. And okay, WHY did those two guys in the truck with him not kill him before he killed all those people? They just sat there like assholes! Do something!
Wowww Carl must get *really* annoying for you to be this happy about his demise hahah. I’m pretty curious, actually. He just killed a kid who was surrendering so… Come to think of it, maybe Rick should be questioning Carl’s paternity too… ? Oh I am SO glad that there is more action coming up! I couldn’t take the slowness of the stupid Governor. And apparently I am not even done with him yet, ugh. You know- I think that there is something to be said for the 13-episode season. I mean- S2 of TWD was 13 episodes and I thought it was really well done. My favorite season of The 100 is S4, which was 13 episodes, and remember how draggy S3 felt with 16? So maybe for these action/apocalypse shows, 13 is the golden number?
Yeah I mean, you can’t even put Josh and AC on the same page. I was never bored with Future Man, at least. I should watch the rest though. BUT I am also on this TWD time crunch apparently hah. I can’t believe how close it is! I think it’s almost trailer time- because Jason said that they are showing an extra special trailer at WonderCon at the end of the month, so I assume they’re going to release the one for TV first? PLUS did you see all the stills he released today!? It is definitely imminent!
Yayyy sounds good! And yes, definitely sushi 😀 I will be seeing Holly at some point- depends on her work schedule. She usually has weekends off, but lately they’ve been springing surprise weekend shifts on them, which… sounds really terrible. As for what kind of stuff I like to do… goodness, that shouldn’t be so hard to answer, should it? ? But it IS. I mean, honestly it’s just going to be nice to be FREE for a few days- I am up for anything!! (I know, shitty answer, I’ll think about it! 😀 ) And nooo, I won’t laugh, I get it! I mean- the first time I met bloggers there was a built in “thing to do” (BEA) so yeah, it makes total sense!
GAH half sucking sounds really hard. But I can see it, too. Like that one stupid episode of Gov chasing Andrea? Yawn. Hopefully the good ones will offset the bad ones! Now I am down to… 79 episodes, woo. (I figure technically, the last one doesn’t count because if I catch up, I will be done before it comes out!) HA yes I definitely may tempt you with Handmaid-‘s- especially if it’s really good and it’s bugging me not to share 😀 UGH seriously- can you believe that we won’t get to see The 100 finale til like… July or August!?
I am excited for Wolves of Winter! I am reading a book about the desert now, so I think winter would be a perfect next book! (That is what I tell myself, but who knows, I’ll probably get the guilties and read another review book.) Arena had other elements to it too- a lot of political stuff, and relationship stuff. Now I want to get to Warcross and see if it is similar!
YES Mean Girls is basically Tina Fey’s gift to the world. It’s satire, of course, but it’s also got a good message, and it’s freaking hilarious. Tim Meadows plays the beat down principal, and Amy Poehler is the “cool mom” of the popular girl. It’s… just watch it. Yeah do NOT spend money on Lake Placid, because you’d just be reinforcing their idea that this is appropriate behavior. No, they should add their shitty old movies to some streaming site and hope people watch it there and it becomes a cult classic or something. Only hope for shitty movies, movie studios!
*nods* exactly. I was reading today where he’s all isolated and angry. But you know they’ve been saying that for a while, I think some of his people just like leaking and talking to reporters. Who knows what’s really going on in there (other than it’s fucked up, we KNOW that). the thing that’s weird for me, and we’ve talked about this before, but when does he sleep? I mean he apparently doesn’t go to bed early, and sometimes he’s up tweeting at like 5:30 am? He IS 71 FFS. That can’t be good. I mean I wouldn’t care if he wasn’t the leader of the free world, you know?
Those pizza kits are still around! That kills me. I’d probably still like em lol. But I think that’s all I’ve had of Chef Boyardee? Those were part of my childhood though, my mom would make those pizzas… too funny. But yeah food choices in the apocalypse are not going to be good! I mean in the movies they eat dog food or whatever they can get- it’s like camping. I am NOT down for dog food.
I am not into Rickonne at all, I’ve never thought it worked, but it persists. And Andrea- I KNOW. I liked her i spite of her recent fuckery and was sad to see her go. That one really sucked. Merle *pfft* yeah good riddance. And the Governor- I told you they drag that shit out! Argh. Morgan… IDEK, I’ve never gotten where they’re going with him, even to this day. which is why I was a little alarmed that the was moving to FEAR. But different showrunners- maybe they can make him interesting…
You might be right about that, too many episodes is bad. All the MArvel Netflix shows suffer from it too, they only have 10 and that’s too many. they could tell a tighter story in 7 or 8. So yeah… I’ve just never really liked Carl, going back at least to where you’r at now, with the prison. I won’t miss him. Most of the characters I’ve liked actually they’ve killed off, so of the ones that are left I only really like Caryl. A few others are just okay, I do like Rosita who shows up later, and Rick is okay sometimes, but he just gets worse as time goes on.
I did not see that, but it is heartening news! I’ll be heading over to Twitter after this. Yes bring on the damn trailer- oh we are so going to analyze the shit out of that lol. Happy dancing all around. And it’s no fair that the cons get all the fun…
Oh good. Cause yeah meeting at a con does kinda give you that shared thing to do… but this way we’re not locked in to con stuff either. And we know sushi is on the agenda obvs! I just hope you have fun since you’re coming so far! Yeah let me know if you think of anything fun you like to do, I will of course do the same. 🙂
That is… weird about the 100 finale. and that it’s been almost a year?? That’s really bizarre. I mean if you think about it we’ll probably have Fear done, Handmaid’s S2, 12 Monkeys, and who knows what else BEFORE the 100 finishes? And going through the summer like that it’ll be easy to miss episodes. Oh well I’m not gonna complain, I’ll be happy just to have it back. As for TWD- yeah definitely a mixed bag, and there’s even episodes you could skip without missing much, but if you’re like me you probably hate to do that.
I look forward to seeing what you think of both Wolves of Winter and Warcross! Wolves of Winter is one I still think about occasionally, so I must have liked it a lot…
Okay I looked at a clip of Mean Girls last night- the scene where a brawl breaks out in the school- and I will definitely be doing that one. It looks fun! And Tina Fey- I mean you can’t go wrong, right? Amy Poehler too? Win. Oh and I may have watched Lake Placid last night lol, I found it on a site called Crackle? Which I expected to be skeevy AF and my computer would blow up or suddenly be Russian controlled or something, but other than making m watch ads it was okay. so that post is done! I now have three of these bad boys in the can, ready to go! I watched Tremors today and did the Movies That Suck treatment for that too. They’re fun to write… 🙂
Mean Girls will be on that list for sure, and maybe Gremlins? I should do Grosse pointe Blank too. I need some more recent comedies? Any ideas!!!
He is so dumb. Did you see him taunting about abolishing term limits here like in China? I can’t. He doesn’t even want to be president NOW, but sure, let’s have it never end ? I think people are probably leaking a lot more now too- I imagine they’ve run out of fucks to give? I mean, at some point those inside people have to just be ready to throw their hands up and scream. And I mean, he definitely doesn’t sleep much, but he probably just does that old person thing where they get up really early in the morning? Also, how much sleep do you need to golf and tweet irresponsibly? I could do that on an hour or two, easily!
That’s so funny! I assume you’d like all the Chef Boyardee! I mean, I would still eat it if I stumbled upon it? I’d bring them to work sometimes when I couldn’t be bothered to make a real lunch ? Ugh, damn the apocalypse! That might be one of the worst parts actually- having to eat crap. Like when Jaha had to eat that damn cockroach? And Emori was eating bugs on the reg. I guess eventually you’d get used to it but… I really wouldn’t want to.
Definitely not a fan of Rickonne. It almost feels like they were like “meh, those two are single and alive, let’s throw them together!” instead of anything that makes sense in the story. Same about Andrea- I think there was still a lot of potential there for her character. And I was shocked, I really didn’t see that one coming. I did with Merle, because Michonne made hints about Daryl not caring if he died and shit. And… were else was Merle’s story going? He went out in a blaze of glory and it worked. UGHHH so this Governor shit WILL keep dragging? Please no. I never wanted to see that guy again, he creeps me out. So the actor is just really good at his job, OR is an actual creep hah. It really does sound like Morgan is allll over the place- I agree, hopefully Fear can find a niche for him.
I am kind of loving the plague thing happening? That’s weird right? Well whatever, I do. I like that they’re dealing with something different. And Carol, fucking killing people!? Damn. I also feel like there’s going to be some fuckery with the little girl that she gave the knife to? The one who was crying over the dead zombie janitor or whatever? That girl is unhinged, and her sister warned Carol so I am low key thinking she’s going to start killing sick people. I hope Hershel doesn’t die but I also feel like he is going to. Tyreese has really gone off the deep end too- I kind of hope he never finds out it was Carol.
Yeah exactly! I mean- I loved S2 of The 100 but it could have been tighter for SURE. And wow, maybe Marvel should… Idk, write those shows better? Yikes. OH YAY Caryl are still alive woooo! I hope they stay that way. I agree, Carl is a pain in the ass. And he TATTLED on Carol? Like shut up kid. Carol should stab him, she’s into that lately. I don’t *dislike* Rick, so I guess maybe that’s good? I like Michonne so far. I know Glenn is not long for this world which bums me out. But wow yeah a LOT of characters die on this stupid show. Like maybe too many? Because if they die so easily, it’s hard to connect to them?
Yes, I really hope trailer is soon. And seriously, like, sorry we don’t all live near cons or have ALL the money to go to all these events. Jerks.
That is a really good point about being locked into the conference stuff- that was always my biggest gripe at those events, actually. Like, we’d want to be able to go out and see the cities or have drinks or whatever, but you’re so dead tired from walking miles and lugging books that it’s like… meh forget it, let’s get pizza. So this will be more fun, because freedom is good! OH this is kind of unrelated, but Holly told me that the Fierce Reads tour is coming to Grand Rapids on May 8th – it’s some random Tuesday, but she mentioned it when I was talking about May- it won’t help me at all, but a heads up for you!
YES I didn’t realize it at first but the premiere is airing exactly 11 months after the finale! Which… is crazy. And RUDE.I think Fear actually goes until the fall, so at least we’ll get to The 100 before that! I didn’t think of the missing episodes thing- I mean, you know I am too obsessed for that, but I wonder what will happen with the ratings? When will they tell us if it is renewed? HA you are right about TWD, I could not skip episodes- I’d feel like I didn’t achieve the goal.
Ha that is such a great scene! I love Tim Meadows reactions in that scene. YAY I am so glad you are going to do that one! I am glad you are not controlled by Russians… I feel like they’d be pretty pissed at you. Ads isn’t too bad- that sounds… not that shady? Good to know if you need to watch crap in the future too! How WAS Lake Placid? Stupid? Wow you are doing a lot of movies, it’s impressive! I need like, months in between when I watch movies haha.
Okay let me think… Juno is good, have you seen Juno? Also, Saved! is one I recommend. Though I am actually not doing good with the “sucking” part, hmmm. I wish there was a Goodreads for movies so I could have just… a list of crap I have watched. Because if I thought they were dumb, I probably don’t remember them very well? Bend it like Beckham, 13 Going on 30, 10 Things I Hate About You… I mean, I liked these. But maybe you will hate them? Ohh EuroTrip, that was TERRIBLE! (I am looking at a Wikipedia list because my memory is shit hah.)
Oh my gosh really? That kills me… because the assholes were always saying Obama was going to be a dictator and never leave, he was a secret jihadi, blah blah… and then he leaves gracefully even though an ASSHOLE was elected. And now the asshole is talking about abolishing term limits? And his supporters are probably blithely okay w/ that. Talk about hypocrisy… good point though, it’s not like he’s actually DOING anything. Or at least nothing constructive.
Oh yeah I’m not eating anything alive, apocalypse or no. Screw that. I’ll take the dog food. I mean can you feel the shit moving around in there if you eat them alive? I guess if you chew em and crunch em up they’re dead, and of course stomach acid would kill them,, but what if? Just for a while they were squirming around. Um, no.
Same here about Rickonne. I would have bought Rick and andrea maybe before Rickonne. And I just don’t think they click? They’re SO different, it does feel slapped together to me. Andrea was a good character too, they should have kept her around. Unless she wanted t leave, I really don’t know. Morgan… just wait. 🙂 It gets worst…
Carol is a machine. At some point she’s the badassest of the badass on that show. I love her. She’s come so far from that douchbag husband she had and now she gives NO fucks, she will kill and whatever and fuck it. She should be in charge, really. All I can say is- don’t get too attached to anyone lol.
Marvel and Netflix need to run those shows better, for sure. They’re bloated by having to fill 10 episodes. Every single one has that problem. Some are entertaining enough, but yeah. I forgot about Carl and Carol… yeah he’s a dufus. Are they still at the prison? Rick’s actually fine a lot of the time, I like him but then he does something dumb. *sigh* I don’t actually really start to dislike him until like the current season, or maybe tail end of last season, when he kind of walks int a bad situation and doesn’t handle it well. Bur really that’s on the writers…
Ooh the Fierce Reads tour looks fun. I’ve been wanting to read Levenseller’s books ever since I saw Prate King last year. that’ll be a fun event, and I haven’t checked that bookstore’s website in ages so I might have missed it! Too bad it’s not happening a couple weeks later right??
Ha ha yes you probably will not miss an episode, right? I’m no better though- of all the shows, that’s the one that I will rearrange life decisions around lol. Although TBH sometimes I watch it the next day, so I can see it without commercials? But any longer than that… yeah not good. 🙂 Good point about ratings though. Ooh. Hadn’t thought of that? Bastards. Oh and good about Fear because… I really like that show now!!
Lake Placid was… okay. I mean, you know. For what it is. A little gory at times, I don’t watch a lot of horror (um, okay, TWD notwithstanding) so seeing people ripped apart is not my thing, but… it was moderately humorous? TBH live reacting to it in a post was kinda fun? I think Max Overdrive was my favorite of the three so far, even though it was horrible too, but now I’ve decided to add Mad Max: Fury Road to my queue so that should be a trip, because that movie is ALL the mayhem. I should get popcorn…
I’ve sen parts of Juno, but not the whole thing? Saved is new to me. Will check it out. And that’s the thing- like Fury Road is not actually a BAD movie, but it’s just so crazy I want to do it! I may have to change my feature name. Movies That Sometimes Suck doesn’t have the same ring though. Bend It Like Beckham I think I saw… no wait, scratch that. It was the cheerleader movie with Kirsten Dunst- not sure how I mixed THOSE two up. Bring It On or whatever. Eurotrip? Hmm… 🙂
Seriously though these have been the most fun posts to write in a while…
RIGHT? That is the most asinine part. Like they made shit up to make Obama out to be the “bad guy” but then this asshat does whatever and it’s fiiiiine. ? It’s like, hey guys, your racism is showing more than usual here. And yeah they ARE hypocrites, and I don’t understand it. Mustn’t you feel stupid when you’re contradicting yourself all over the place? Idk, these idiots don’t seem to care.
Oh no no no I am definitely Team Dog Food too. I imagine you DO feel the alive creature wiggling around? BLECHHHH. It would die in your stomach acid but EW would you feel it going down?! What if it tried to… make its way back up? Just stabbed you with its little bug feet as it clawed for grip… No no I retract the question, I am grossing myself out.
I agree, Rick and Andrea would have made more sense. I just don’t see Michonne with a Rick type? I really wonder why Andrea was killed. I want to search more, but I need to wait until I am done because spoilers. That is how I was spoiled when Chris and Travis died- I was looking up something about Liza, and BAM, there it was. Ugh, Morgan. I hope I hate whatever happens less than you did!
I love Carol. Guess who I am NOT a fucking fan of at the moment? RICK. Because he LEFT CAROL. Look, I get that it wasn’t Carol’s best idea to kill those randos but… it also wasn’t the worst thing anyone’s done. Not by a long shot. So now I am muttering insults every time Rick appears on the screen. And I hope Daryl kicks his ass.
Omg Ramse just popped up on TWD! Did you know he was in this?! Sadly he’s with the Gov’s new group, but it’s so funny because him traipsing around the woods seemed so common that it took me a hot second to realize that he was in the wrong show ? I’m moderately freaked out that the Gov has a new “family”. Like he has a pseudo daughter and replacement wife? Ick. Also why is every woman in the apocalypse trying to jump on this guy? I’m so confused. He’s skeevy, ladies, stop touching him!
They are still in the prison- Hershel has been a goddamn machine during this Bubonic Plague outbreak, and I am so here for it. I am really afraid he is going to die, but Badass Hershel is my new fave. I am wondering what is going to make them leave the prison! And yeah- Rick… well you know I am pissed at him at the moment. So we’ll see if he can get back in my good graces!
I wonder if the Netflix-Marvel stuff is just afraid to have not ENOUGH episodes? Like they wonder if people would bother if they were less than 10 episodes? Idk. Then it might feel like a glorified movie?
Yay, I am glad that it might be something you’re interested in! I want Val to send me the Pirate King sequel and I don’t want to buy any books so maybe it is a good thing I am not going to be there 😀 And Mary E Pearson is going to be there and I love her books but her new one won’t be out by then so… that’s weird and confusing.
Hahah I am glad I am not the only one who would rearrange everything for the stupid show! Before I had a DVR I even suffered through the commercials because I was so scared of not watching it live! Now, I wait until it’s over so I don’t have to watch commercials but I don’t think I could wait a full day haha. Yeah I think Fear was on from April-November last year so it should be similar!
Hahha Lake Placid, I cannot. Betty White and the damn cow. I agree, not a fan of gore (yet I somehow loooove all the zombie shows suddenly so who knows?) I bet Max Overdrive will be the funniest to read too- it is just so over the top! You definitely should get popcorn, does this even count as a movie experience without it?! The horror!
Juno is so fun. And Saved! is satirical and kind of silly but I liked it. Questionable Movies? (Nothing will beat Movies that Suck though, I think you’re right!) HA Bend it Like Beckham is wayyyy better than some shitty cheerleader movie. Which in fairness I haven’t seen, but still. Eurotrip is THE dumbest movie ever, or at least, that I have seen. The posts really do sound fun! And honestly, making blogging fun sounds like a great life choice!
Racism… exactly. After all the shit Obama went through I’m convinced. Especially with Trump. And I just read something about how a lot of evangelicals justify their voting for him by thinking that God is using him to accomplish things, even though he’s a “flawed vessel”. So you know, no matter what he does, they can still support him. Convenient huh? I mean I don’t doubt that there are SOME honest Christians who may believe that- but I really feel like they need to revisit that because you could vote for ANYONE using that logic! And um I guess they did…
Oh my gosh that is gross, but right? what if it puts up a death struggle in the esophagus, REFUSING TO GO DOWN? You know like how pills sometimes get stuck. What would you do? And more alarming, why do we have these discussions? How do we find these topics lol? At least Purina dog chow doesn’t fight back. Cat food might be better though? I mean they have Fancy Feast and shit… I’m sure it’s not too fancy from a humanoid perspective, but some of that stuff sounds kinda good. Salmon dinner and whatnot- how bad can it be?
I hope you do too because I am NOT a Morgan fan. And Andrea… I was looking at a stephen King movie The Mist for my next Suck feature and… Andrea is in it. Sold! Course she’ll die in that too no doubt since… everyone apparently does, but I’ll watch anyway, as you do. I haven’t watched this much schlock film in ages! And it’s fun! Weee
Oh I had a HUGE problem with him leaving Carol. Talk about self righteous. Again not to beat a dead horse but that’s why Rick gets irritating… stuff like that. Carol’s the best right? I mean she reaches a point where maybe she’s TOO ruthless, but… fuck it, she rocks. It’s like in school when you had to pick players for dodgeball or whatever… if I’m picking for zombageddon I’m like Carol, please. The big 6/5 football player? No, I said CAROL.
Ramse’s in it?? *sputter* I like… have no recollection of that. Wowzers. You know we watch too many shows when we make these observations. 🙂 And yes the Governor is a skeev monster. Good grief even as a guy I’m like what’s the fucking attraction ladies? Damn move on.
Hershel is awesome. Him and Maggie… such a family. Speaking of Maggie, she’s one of the few I like too. Glenn’s okay. Daryl of course, and Tyreese if I remember right. Rosita when she shows up. The rest *pffft*
There does seem to be something magical about 10 episodes! I’ve seen plenty of shows now where the story was dragged way out longer than it needed to be- altered Carbon of course comes to mind, but all the Marvel stuff too- so yeah. I mean I’m almost hesitant to start a new show now if I know I’m in for a 10 hour slogfest?
I haven’t read Mary Pearson, but she does the Kiss of Deception stuff right? Those covers always jump out at me so I’ve looked at em lots of times, but never taken the plunge. they’re good I assume? Yeah weird she’s on tour BEFORE the book comes out? Hmm… looks like a good line up though. I was just thinking how few YA authors I’ve met. Considering how much of it I read now… although BEA and those places is where you get to see a lot of them at once.
FEAR has completely overtaken TWD for me as my go-to zombie show. Which I’m amazed that I even HAVE a go-to zombie show. I remember when I binged TWD, I was really new to Netflix and just started kinda on a whim? And then just kept going, like a trainwreck you can’t turn away from? I mean think about those first few episdoes, Merle and all that shit… it’s kinda crazy??
Lake Placid lol. Betty White makes that movie! I wonder if she was in any of the sequels. Not that I’ll be finding out mind you… one was enough. More than enough. Max Overdrive was fun but not as fun as I remember? It lost a little something since I saw it last. But hopefully these will be fun to read! Either that or they’re going to be boring AF. Mad Max Fury Road was a trip because of the sheer mayhem. I should do a kill count of that movie, but would probably lose track- can’t count that fast???
Saved I should look at. I appreciate these suggestions, because… I’m gonna need em. After the initial rush is over I’m gonna be like… now which one? And I don’t want to get into really bad stuff, because… even I have standards lol. I mean Lake Placid or Maximum Overdrive are about as bad as I want to get? Bend It Like Beckham huh? And Mean Girls is a GO!!!!
“Flawed Vessel”, seriously!? Come ON. Using that logic, you can excuse literally ANY behavior you feel like. It’s bullshit, and they’re just hiding behind these ridiculous religious excuses. Like can I go rob a bank and then say that a tribe of Jesus Bunnies told me to do it? NO because no one would let that stand. And I think most religious people aren’t like that- but this small group who IS ruins it for the people who are just trying to live their lives. And I will never get over the irony that he is the least religious/spiritual person who ever walked the planet. Maybe the evangelicals need to take a good hard look at THEIR leaders, because those sound like some of the most flawed vessels of all ?
YESSS exactly, and you can feel a pill meandering its way down- imagine something putting up a fight to get back up! Bwhahah you bring up a very valid point about these discussions. They… they aren’t exactly normal ? But we’re just smart enough to be asking the tough questions in advance. We’ll be extra happy when the apocalypse comes (you know, like next week) and we’ve already figure out that Purina > Cockroaches. Um YES, that Fancy Feast shit does look good! Especially when it’s the dry dog stuff versus… well look, I don’t know exactly what is in it, but it smells not awful? When I was a kid, my friend dared me to eat one of her dog’s treats. I don’t recommend. I accidentally got a “liver” flavor but I don’t think anything else would have been any better. OH! I give my cat these soft treats and they don’t smell terrible either. I’m thinking we head straight for PetSmart at the first sign of trouble. Grab a few of those “extra large dog” beds, and BAM, apocalypse living room! Some aquarium lights… actually, I think a pet store in the apocalypse is woefully underutilized. One day I want to write an apocalypse book- always have because it sounds fun- and my people ARE heading to pet stores.
I feel like I saw The Mist? I am googling. Still think you should watch Storm of the Century! Speaking of- are you having snowpocalypse level storms there, or is it just an east coast thing? There is supposed to be up to 2 freaking FEET of snow here and I am not amused. If the power or internet go out… things are going to get ugly. OMG GUESS WHO ELSE IS IN THE MIST!? Dale! He must be a Stephen King fave hahah. I definitely saw it by the way. As soon as I saw that Dale was in it, I remember my mom and I whisper-yelling in the theater that Robbie was in it (that is his Storm of the Century character). I’ll be curious to hear your thoughts!!
Totally agree, I want Carol as my first pick. Daryl second, then Hershel, because I need a doctor obviously. YEP that is my biggest issue with Rick too. Now I am at the point where it’s Post-Prison and he and Carl are meandering through Georgia, and Rick is being so fucking patronizing to Carl, and like- I hate Carl too but he’s a kid, and he also just saved Rick’s life, so maybe Rick doesn’t know ALL the things. As much as I am not a fan of Carl, it makes total sense why he ends up being so shitty. Is… is Judith really dead? Sobs.
Ramse- https://youtu.be/7QKU1ZiCLm8 This is the end of him but you’ll recognize him- he’s the only person the Gov didn’t kill, basically. (And YES, we absolutely watch too much TV but also, these people are ON too much TV 😀 ) Seriously, dont you just look at Gov and feel unsafe? He had that smarminess about him, it just… oozed. No no no. And yet… that other woman now got her kid killed for that loser. At least he is finally, thoroughly gone. And I am glad that Michonne got to end it.
HERSHEL my sweet summer child! He was too precious for this world. ??? Fucking Gov, if I hadn’t hated him already, hooo boy. I like Maggie too- and Glenn of course, but I know he is soon to be too precious for this world, too. So I am trying to not get attached, but I’ll be damned if he doesn’t STILL remind me of Monty all the time. Idk what happened to Tyreese in that shootout. I think Sasha made it out but Idk about Tyreese? And I am excited to meet this Rosita person!
HA Altered Carbon, yess I can definitely say that one dragged! When I was commenting on your blog the other day, I saw someone comment about how much they loved it and how they thought the nudity was tasteful and I was like… but no, I mean- in the interview you posted, Dichen even SAYS that she and 9 other chicks who were supposed to look like her were basically getting hurt in there fighting naked! Too funny, how different opinions can be! But yeah, I feel like Netflix isn’t doing the best with these Marvel shows- the only one I have heard ANY good stuff about is Jessica Jones.
YEP she’s the Kiss of Deception lady! I have a story about that book actually- it’s a good series, this is about the actual physical book- but I will tell you in person because I am NOT admitting this story in quasi-public hah. But her new series is set in the same world, apparently, and it looks really good. I have a theory about the series that she never addressed, and I want to know if I am right- I hope this next book addresses that. Yeah, I think conventions and conferences are your best bet for meeting YA authors- or if you’re lucky enough to live by a Fierce Reads stop, you’ll get to meet a few 😀 The other two authors at the event I am not very familiar with.
Hahah same, I NEVER thought I’d watch ANY of the zombie shows- I was just never interested, and I assumed they were *just* gore. You know what I thought of last night while watching the show? Why are ALL the zombies clothed? I mean look- I don’t want to see naked, festering zombies, but… how do they all still have clothes when some of them don’t even have their appendages anymore!? Just goes to show that you can have a decapitated Hershel on TV, but god forbid you see a zombie’s midriff ? But yeah- now I am watching both shows, AND reading zombie books (well- that was just a coincidence based on publishing dates but still) and it’s crazy!
There are SEQUELS to Lake Placid? Whyyyyy? That is sad. Yeah I can imagine the sequels are about 100 times more shitty than the original, which is saying a lot. AW sad that Max Overdrive wasn’t as fun! You probably remembered the best parts- I assume that is how memory works- and then the rest was duller? Just a guess based on… nothing scientific. OMG a kill count would be SO fun! You SHOULD. You need a ticker- like when I worked with kids with autism we had behavioral count tickers, so every time the kid did something, you pushed a button, rather than try to keep track. At the end, it showed your number. You need this! Consider it a blogging investment!
YES look at Saved. Stars Jena Malone! And Macaulay Culkin but… Jena Malone! And Mandy Moore. Honestly do it for the cast alone hah. I loved Bend it Like Beckham! But it’s fun, and kind of cheesy. I remember that my friends and I saw Beaches with Leonardo DiCaprio, and we all concluded it was the worst movie we’d ever seen? That could work! Oh, if you ever want to do a bookish take, Beautiful Creatures is the worst book to movie in the history of ever. I wish I had been blogging when I saw that. I would have had so much to say hah. And YES you definitely HAVE to do Mean Girls! When does the first one post?
Right? If you listen to their leaders they all in for the guy, and I guess because he kowtows to their issues, but I’m sorry… you have to have some standards of who you’ll follow at some point? Talk about ends justifying the means! And I was just reading yesterday how the Interior Dept. is giving away public land to the oil drilling people and no one is paying attention, but they’re doing real damage there too. Not to mention we’re the only country in the world that denies climate change… it’s embarrassing really.
I think I’d freak if something was CRAWLING ALL THE WAY BACK UP. fuck.that. Oh my gosh that story is funny though! Our neighbor kid ate some dog food once in our garage. We used to have these big ass bags sitting in the garage and he just reached in there and… had some. Eww. But Fancy feast can’t be all bad. And these Greenies things we get for our cats smell…IDK if I’d say they smell GOOD, but fuck it if the alternative is dog chow I’m having me some greenies dammit. Plus I guess they’re good for the teeth or whatevs. PetSmart has possibilities! Those dog beds (some of em) look downright cozy. Although have to make sure there are no nasties getting loose… like if they have snakes or *shudder* arachnids, those have to die first. Otherwise it’s all good. Although the birds with all their noise will attract the zombs, so we’ll have to let em out. I like the aquarium lights, but if it’s a squid apocalypse they might put US in the aquarium!
Speaking of aquariums, why do Chinese restaurants always have em? Just wondering. I like em though.
Yes we have snow!!! I looked out the window a couple hours ago and FUCK- there is snow everywhere. Like two inches so far but it’s coming down like no tomorrow. I’m pissed. And I watched the Mist last night and it was kinda good? YES Dale is in it and frickin Carol and Andrea- dang!!! Like a TWD reunion! I guess Dale has been in all of frank Darabont’s movies (he does a lot of King stuff?) so yeah. That ending though… dannnnggg.
Ah post prison. Yeah… I think Judith’s still alive so there’s that anyway. I kinda miss the prison. And thanks for the Ramse clip! I must have watched before I ever saw 12 Monkeys because I would have remembered him! Dang Daryl just took him out too. that’s when TWD was still good- things went bad and they just like killed people lol. It’s all angst and bullshit and hand wringing now… and smarmy is the perfect word for the governor! He was total smarm. Good riddance asshole. Hershel! I know- that was tough. One of the worst deaths. Poor Maggie… as for Rosita, she doesn’t really make a huge impression at first, but she’s tough and no bullshit and I like her a lot.
I remember that comment, and I kind of agree that they made the nudity not an issue because it was both genders and just sorta there. I think she’s talking about when they’re just walking around or whatever. Kinda like in Westworld, where the androids were always naked and they showed men as well as women? So I kinda agree with that part of it. But at the same time the fight scene with the clones was different, because yes she referenced getting cut or whatever and the difficulty of it, so I think that’s just pushing the envelope. She didn’t HAVE to fight naked FFS, they could have given her something. And like we’ve talked about before, often it is gratutitous and I can definitely see AC going either way, depending on your POV. So I don’t know… I think for the fight scene though they just wanted to show as much close up Dichen as they could… O.o
And now that I’m thinking about it, does the fact that they’re showing clones or androids make it okay to do the full nudity thing? Because yeah Westworld went a little crazy too now that I think about it. And now AC with Dichen… IDK. Game of Thrones went apeshit with nudity, to the point where Emilia Clarke said she wasn’t going to any more full frontal. Can’t blame her, I feel like they did way more than they needed to there. When is it gratuitous? What do you think? I think it does irritate me sometimes if it’s not in service to the story, and just seems like hey look at us, we have nudity over here. Because I always think of the actors/ actresses and how they must feel doing it? Ooh and this might be a good discussion post topic *types furiously*
Ooh now I’m curious! And that kinda makes me want to try her books, at some point? Although I seem to be reading less YA, at the moment. My thriller fixation seems to be continuing, I just seem to keep picking those out. I’m such a mood reader though, which is why I never go on Netgalley. the thought of HAVING to read or review something on a deadline or whatever unnerves me. I can totally see why people get burned out if they’re swamped with those. But I hope your theory gets addressed! How fun…
Ha you’ve been zombified! Me too! Totally the same- I give zero fucks about zombies generally, never been interested, could care less- it all started when I was so sick of hearing about TWD that I just decided to watch the first episode on Netflix, and… that was it. It was so effed up I had to see where it went! I still have like no interest in going to a zombie movie though or anything. I think it’s just TWD that interests me… and Courtney Summers’ book also since I just thought that was well done. but that’s about it. And great point about violence vs nudity, even in zomb terms. Seeing poor Hershel decapitated was a lot more upsetting than seeing some naked zombie (not that I WANT to see that, but you know)…
Dude there are a TON of sequels. Well 3 or 4 anyway? Same w/ Tremors lol. I however will NOT be partaking of any of those cinematic gems, sadly. One is enough of THAT nonsense. Now you have me thinking of kill counters! Because that has possibilities. I could do a comparison of which movies have the worst body count. You know, screw writing reviews, there are a lot more fun things I could be doing on the blog! 🙂
Jena Malone! Sold. And MAndy Moore in an early role? Wow. I love these suggestions. Beautiful Creatures looks fun (just looked it up). How about Before I Fall? It’s a YA adaptation to boot! Ooh I could do Paper Towns. Cara Delavinge is always divisive. I should change my whole blog to movies that suck. Kidding. Oh and the first post goes up on the 22nd- that’s the soonest I could get it in. Can’t wait!!
Yeah that’s exactly it- especially because there ARE other people who would stand for those issues if it’s what you’re truly after… only they aren’t, and this proves it. It’s all about money and power and always has been, only they’ve hidden behind these so-called “Christian values”. But it’s impossible;e to pretend that when you have the actual Antichrist in office, so there goes that plan. Oh FFS, seriously why can no one understand basic middle school science in this damn country?! You’re right, it IS embarrassing. It reminds me of this old SNL thing, I can’t find the video, but Jimmy Fallon says “A Supreme Court in Geaorgia ruled that high school biology teachers were permitted to continue using the term ‘evolution’ when teaching their classes. However as a compromise, they must now refer to dinosaurs as ‘jesus horses’.”
Bwhahah I want to know what possessed the kid to eat the dog food! I mean- at least I was dared, this kid just sounds like a weirdo ? Are the Greenies like treats? If so they probably are better than dog food, and DEFINITELY better than live insects haha. Right, I swear some of those dogs have nicer beds than I do- plus, they’re so portable! Good point about the vermin and reptiles and shit. I mean- they’re probably dead rather than escaped, actually? Let’s make sure to avoid any stores that sell cats and dogs, because I can handle a dead snake or hamster, but I can’t deal with Fluffy and Fido dead in a kennel.The birds, yeah if they were still alive we could even use them for a distraction- they’d make noise and fly away and maybe the zombies would go after them! Oh if the squid apocalypse happens, I think we need a whole different plan in general- definitely staying away from aquariums and cages is the best option!
Um, good point about the Chinese restaurants! They really DO all have aquariums! And mainly ONLY Chinese places, too. Though I once went to a pizza place with one, but it seemed out of place. I like them too- though I’d never want to own one because can you imagine how often the fish die? And you don’t want dead fish all over, so you have to clean them out and such… no, sounds traumatic and depressing tbh.
Yeah so there was a state of emergency declared here and then… it snowed like 3 inches. Everything was closed and canceled and such, and then… nothing. So stupid. I mean, I am glad, don’t get me wrong, but still. Get it together, Pennsylvania. Oh YAY for The Mist! I think the ending was changed from the book, I remember reading that somewhere. And YEP I read that about Dale, too, that he is in like, ALL the movies that dude makes. Kind of fun for him, steady employment hah. And Carol is in it too!? Holy crap!
YEP I found Judith, with Tyreese and those two blonde girls. And then… Carol. Which is an interesting duo, considering who Carol killed hah. These random pairings out in the woods are… yeah. How the hell did Glenn end up with the sister of the Gov’s lover? (I don’t remember any of their names) and NOW, they’re in some weird “camp” with some redheaded dude and ROSITA apparently. And Beth and Daryl, talk about odd company! I feel extra bad for Maggie because she thinks Glenn is dead AND Hershel just died in front of her ughhh.
Poor Dichen! I mean, I get what the comment person was saying too- I just think it’s funny because… Idk,, is naked fighting ever actually necessary? I AM glad it wasn’t just women though, because that is so shitty. I guess I mostly just feel bad that all those people have to fight naked, especially since I assume none of them were particularly excited about doing it. And if they say no, then the show people will just find someone who says yes- I think that is what bugs me about it the most. Like- from a viewer standpoint, it doesn’t bother me or anything, I think there are much worse things to show than nudity hah. But yeah, like you said with Emilia- she probably had ALWAYS been uncomfortable with it, but was finally secure enough in her job that she could say something- and I assume most actors and actresses NEVER feel that secure because they aren’t the star of the most popular show on TV, you know? And I feel like the show people take advantage of that, and it seems really wrong. And I don’t totally know when it is gratuitous? Because let’s be real- is it ever actually necessary? No. But can it be done tastefully? Sure, especially if the actors really ARE comfortable. And some ARE- I have seen interviews with stars who truly think it’s no biggie, which is fine then! But then how do you know when it crosses a line? It’s a good question, and I am not totally sure of the answer. A discussion post about it would be awesome though- especially since I bet the comments would be really interesting, I bet people have SO many different opinions about this! So yes, DO IT!
Yes I would definitely try Kiss of Deception some day! It’s a dark world, and has great characters. Like- the last book was 700 pages and I didn’t even mind. Which should tell you a lot! I think for some people, review books are just too hard- especially when, like you said, you’re a mood reader. For me, even though I am *kind of* a mood reader, I am also soooo indecisive. So I will just stare at my shelves and never pick anything. Review books MAKES me read stuff, which I actually like- I don’t think most people agree though! OH! Speaking of, I started Wolves of Winter! Things escalated VERY quickly, holy crap! One minute it was mundane Yukon survival, the next, murder in the kitchen! Damn. VERY intrigued though, I love the setup so far! And the MC seems SO relatable!
YES what even is with the zombies!? I read ANOTHER post-Civil War zombie book the other day (Devils Unto Dust) and…. how? And why? Like, Harper, why you publishing two VERY similarly themed books in the same month?! They were both good though, and had really different takes. OMG I was the same about TWD- sick of hearing about it- but that is why I stayed away from it hah! But I agree, I don’t really plan to seek them out, but I do have a few on my radar (like Courtney Summers’). OH and have you read Feed by Mira Grant? That was pretty good too! And you liked her other stuff, right? And yeah- I don’t want to see rotting zombie genitals or anything, but it would fuck me up less than Headless Hershel for sure!
I want to see the kill counts tbh- it sounds fun! and woww some movies need to cool it with the sequels. Not every film deserves one. Hell- most of these don’t deserve to be movies in the first place ? And YES- I am actually quite jealous of all your new blogging features and stuff, it’s great to do more things than just reviews! I need to get my shit together… one of these days. CRAP. It is March. I need to post my The 100 Sims post this month!
YEP Saved has a fabulous cast- oddly, you will LOVE Macaulay Culkin hah. And Before I Fall is a good choice! OH! The 5th Wave is perfect to make fun of. All the Divergent movies, obviously. OH! OH! I HAVE ONE! Okay- I have not read the books, but I heard that Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief is TERRIBLE and the best part is, half of The 100 cast is in it! http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0814255/fullcredits?ref_=tt_cl_sm#cast PAPER TOWNS, yes good one! Cara is terrible as Margo, IMO, but no one asked me. NOt even because she’s a bad actress, she just wasn’t a good fit.
Oh wow, you have so many posts scheduled, DAMN. I am over here like “shit, should I post something tomorrow?” and you have backups for weeks!
Yeah, especially some of the leaders, like these Focus on the Family people or whatever. they always have family in their title. did you see today where Stormi Daniels is suing Trump? I imagine Melania is not happy? This is gonna be so fun to watch. Family values on display. O.o
And I think it’s that cultural thing again. Ever notice how challenges to science always seem to come from the South? I mean not ALWAYS, but a frickin lot.
I don’t know! He was kinda weird… ohh Greenies. here ya go. https://www.greenies.com/cat-treats Yeah they’re treats and the cats love em! As for the critters, yeah they need to be deceased or I’ll take my chances with the zombs! I am not here for anything that is small and has too many legs or eyes. But if the store had dogs and cats we could have lots of pets! And let’s face it, cannon fodder if the zombs get in. Go get em Fido. Better him than me? But yeah I see your point… I do NOT want to see any dead dogs or cats. Or undead ones *gulp*
Tanks are a lot of work. Especially cleaning them. We had two tanks growing up, a salt water and a freshwater. I had to clean them naturally. The salt water fish ALWAYS died, they’re hard to keep alive. They’re kinda cool to have though, except for the cleaning part. But Chinese restaurants always have pretty nice ones! And doctors offices too, come to think of it. Sometimes. In fact, if I go to a Chinese pl ace and they DON”T have one, I might get suspicious. “Can we seat you sir? Well that depends… where’s your fish tank?” You know?
State of emergency?? Dang. We got dumped on here and even though we didn’t get a TON of snow, everything was slippery and they called school off etc. Everything is totally white, I should take pictures. And yes Carol was in it! I couldn’t believe it. The ending is SO different too from what King apparently wrote…
Ha right? And Daryl and Beth were strangely good together, him in a big brother kinda way I guess. I heard that there were ships of those two, but whether it was just platonic I don’t know (I hope so, fuck). People ship anything now. The redheaded dude is abraham I think, and yay Rosita! I never really got Abraham but he’s okay. Ooh we have new FEAR pics. Here ya go http://www.syfy.com/syfywire/new-fear-the-walking-dead-crossover-pics-finally-give-us-some-dam-answers
Yeah it’s a tough one. On the one hand I feel like we make too much of nudity- like graphic violence is okay but freak about nudity- and her point about how it was presented casually made me think, okay maybe that is okay, especially since they had guys too. BUT… at the same time like I’ve said before, I do think it’s gratutitous sometimes, so I’m… wishy washy on this lol? Depends on the day? 🙂 Seriously though this would be a great discussion to have, and I actually wrote a discussion post for it lol because yes, now I wanna know what people think. But I also agree with you I think that it’s the actors/ actresses that take the brunt of it, because who would want to perform naked in front of strangers? So yeah… oh and in researching my post I read another article about Emilia, and turns out she’s sick of people complaining about her nudity and sex scenes in GoT. But I know I’ve seen articles in the past where it said she refused to any more graphic scenes, so… I don’t know WHAT her position is, I guess. Kinda odd.
The other thing I found was an article about Westworld. Not sure if you heard about that but extras had to sign a paper saying they were okay with being on all fours while naked people rode on their back, and also genital-to-genital touching. And they had an orgy scene on the show which got a lot of attention. So…there’s that! Apparently there was an investigation too to make sure people could in fact back out if they wanted to, in spite of the paper. So yeah I would say that’s gratuitous, lol. HBO for ya…
And you are right- is it ever really necessary? You can argue no. And gratuitous is so subjective. So it’s totally an individual opinion thing I guess. But I will say that I was really disappointed when the showrunners made Game of Thrones so graphic that way- I mean I think the term “sexposition” as a take on exposition was coined because of Got? All those whorehouse scenes where they doled out info while people were fucking all over*rolls eyes* they were rightly mocked for that development… needless to say, as graphic as the books are, HBO outdid them and I do have problems with how they’ve adapted that story…
I didn’t realize the KoD books were that big! that’s okay though I like chunksters sometimes, especially if they pull me in. Glad you’re liking Wolves of Winter- I loved it! I can see re- reading it down the road, and I don’t feel that way about too many books. And I never thought about that upside of review books- keeping you on track with reading. That’s a great point actually.
Headless Hershel is ridiculous. and offensive frankly, because… he was just a nice older man, and they had to be so graphic about it. For a show that I like it pisses me off a lot lol. good grief. And I have NOT read Feed, but I did read her recent mermaid everything-gets-fucking- killed book which was a trip. And I read one of her UF books written as Seanan McGuire… I just don’t know if Feed is for me? But maybe… oh and This Is Not A Test is so good, which I know I’ve said like 50 times, but… yeah. Another one is The Rains by Gregg Hurwitz… zombies that are the result of some shit from outer space and these zombies RUN and are fucking terrifying. I haven’t read the sequel yet though. And it’s YA.
Yeah it kills me that studios said to themselves sure we’ll greenlight Lake Placid 4. Why not? Um the better question might be- why????? Why is this necessary?? All those millions. You could help a lot of homeless people with that money, you know? And thanks- I appreciate that! Although it’s not that impressive ha ha- I’m still crap at design. But I have a ridiculously fun time with some of this stuff and now this movie thing- who knew that ripping bad movies would be so fun???
I am HERE for the SIMS update- it’s been a while!!!
The 5th Wave! Ooh. Percy Jackson WAS terrible, I actually saw it (have never read the books) but this was before The 100 so I didn’t know that. cha- ching. I did see Paper Towns too, and yeah Cara… I could get some mileage out of that. Divergent… I kinda liked ? but yes that trainwreck of a third movie… is just DYING to be ripped a new asshole. Oh my gosh or maybe the scorch Trials? Before I Fall I am definitely going to do! These are all excellent.
I am SO afraid to jinx it! But lest you think it impressive… it’s really not. They’re mostly easy posts like my taglines and stuff, but I do have my Top Ten’s (mostly) scheduled out. Sometimes those take forever! I’m afraid to look at the TTT list too far ahead though because my OCD will kick in and I’ll be like I HAVE to do these or it’ll bug me… lol.
YEP, I kind of like Stormy. Like, the hero of the damn story can end up being a porn star and I am here for it! Good for her for taking a stand. I just hate the double standard that she faces. Oh and you are definitely right about Melania. Can you imagine? I go back and forth with her- on one hand, I do feel kind of sorry for her, but on the other… well, she’s free to leave so Idk. Ha, right, some family values! That is the part that kills me about all of this- like did we forget the Bill-Monica fiasco so easily? Only THIS is like, so much worse, especially since this isn’t even his first offense? This whole thing makes me want to scream. You have a good point about the cultural stuff too- I just read that Mississippi passed the nation’s most restrictive abortion ban, and of COURSE it was Mississippi.
Oh I like the idea of treats that you can give cats pills in! What a good solution! Awww the poor pets would be the first to go, that is so sad. But also… yeah, better them than me bwhaha. OMG I always wondered why animals didn’t seem to turn, and I think they SHOULD. I want to see someone’s poodle undead- a Zomboodle, perhaps. New breed. For some reason dead pets on these shows seem so sad- maybe cause they’re so helpless? Idk
HA yes the Chinese place is definitely shady if it doesn’t have an aquarium! There’s this place around here that has a whole damn pond right inside the restaurant! And yesss doctors’ offices too. So weird, how do they all have time for this!? Oh I would have hated the tank cleaning job! We had a small fish tank that my grandma bought us- my parents were none too pleased- and two of the four fish lived for SIX YEARS. Just little shitful goldfish. And they would have lived longer, but my mom made us put them in the lake when we moved, she said to “set them free” but in hindsight, it totally would have killed them and wow, what a shady mom move! I didn’t even know salt water tanks were a think, but it sounds awful. Salt water in general isn’t the best, but I imagine keeping the balance accurate in a tank is hard work!
Yeah I could have seen a state of emergency had there been, you know, an actual storm? But wow did the weather people get this one wrong! There was MAYBE 3 inches. So dumb. You should take pictures! Throw a book in the snow and you can be a bookstagrammer ? Speaking of- I feel like school is ALWAYS cancelled here lately, but it definitely wasn’t so liberal when I was a kid. Do they cancel shit more often near you too? It’s annoying frankly.
They… SHIPPED Daryl and Beth? Beth, the TEENAGER, and Daryl, the… well actually, I can’t figure out how old he’s supposed to be, but at least like 40 right? That is so wrong and gross! But you know, when I watched it last night, before they got separated, I think the show did a bad job at portraying it as platonic? I think the point was *supposed to* be that she was helping him see the more hopeful, innocent side of himself again, but it came off as though Beth was… pining after him? And it did freak me out. Yep, Abraham, I assume that little trio sticks around for a bit? OH and who are the biker gang dudes that Daryl is with? I can already tell I hate them. Please tell me they don’t stick around!
Oooh FEAR PHOTOS!! I knew Nick was alive, not a shock there hahah. But I am kind of glad it’s confirmed? Even though I know you don’t care about Nick, he’s grown on me. LOVE the title of that article too- “dam answers” hahah it made me chuckle, who doesn’t love a pun? Seems to be a lot of new people, too!
Yay, I am so glad you wrote the post! I am so conflicted on it too. Because if we are talking nudity versus violence, without taking the actors into account, I think nudity is fine. Like, who even cares? Seeing a boob will harm no one, seeing someone’s head blown off may have some psychological ramifications. Plus our culture is so fucking weird- we’re down with killing each other, but god forbid someone has body parts ? BUT, when I think about the actual people involved, it’s much easier to fake violence. I mean, we all know that Headless Hershel’s actor wasn’t actually headless, but if he were naked, Actor Hershel would have to be too. And on that end, I think it bugs me because if people don’t want to be nude in front of the whole damn world, they shouldn’t have to be- certainly not to earn their living! That IS weird about Emilia though! Like which is it, girl?
Holy SHIT at the Westworld stuff! What the hell!? I mean, who is like “hmmm my work wants me to fondle my coworkers, sounds legit”?! Especially because I thought that the whole genital-genital contact thing was one line TV *didn’t* ever cross? Wowww. Oh YES in one of the few bits of GoT I have seen, there was what appeared to be a legit conversation going on whilst women were running around naked and dancing and I was like… but why? First, how do you even pay attention to the conversation? ? But yeah no can tell me that is pertinent to the storyline, come on!
The KoD books aren’t all that big, just the last one! But it moved super fast and I didn’t mind it at all- which is saying a lot for me! Is Wolves of Winter a standalone? I am probably going to finish it tonight, but I am curious!
Tooootally agree about Headless Hershel- especially when they had his decapitated head on the ground zombified and Michonne had to kill it. That was rude on so many levels! I think that the show was trying to outshock itself at that point. I hope it stops. But from what you said about S7… I doubt I’ll get my wish. You read the Mermurder book, seems like everyone loves that book! I am pissed because apparently it was a Kindle daily deal and I missed it. Feed is good- a little long, but really good. It’s not as much gore and such, it’s kind of like, after the undead have been around for awhile, and people are starting to rebuild a bit. It’s an interesting take on it for sure. I need to find my copy of This is Not a Test, because when I finish binging TWD, I am going to want to read about zombies again ha. OH, I actually have The Rains! ANd the sequel! I have not read them because I fail, but I have them! I should do like, a whole zombie reading list!
HA exactly, why would you? Like, how did it get the go ahead for the FIRST crappy movie, and then seeing that it wasn’t exactly a huge success, what kind of drugs were taken to for multiple sequels to be commissioned?! Seriously, it pisses me off when money is thrown away like that too. I think about that a lot, and I suppose that takes us back to the whole capitalism discussion!
I need to play The Sims again a little- I don’t think I’ve played since around Christmas, oops! Wonder if everyone is dead. Hey then it’d be exactly like the 100! 😀
YESSS “reviewing” Allegiant was one of the funnest times I have had reviewing anything. Except maybe The 5th Wave. No, I think Allegiant might win. OH I kind of want to see The Scorch Trials actually! I watched the first one, but then never got around to the others. I thought of another one today in the car because the theme song came on the radio- Romeo + Juliet, the 1990s version with Clare Danes and Leonardo DiCaprio? I won’t lie, my 90s teenage girl heart loved that movie, but I bet it would be fun to do!
But that is so SMART, doing all the posts ahead that you can! I decided to do my TTT this week like, at 9:00 on Monday, and it took me a looooong time to do. And I could have tried to do it earlier, but NOPE. I could write reviews, but again, procrastination. If i could do ONE thing over again with blogging, I would START ahead- like schedule ahead from the start, and always have a queue of posts. That way, I wouldn’t have to work to stay afloat! I actually wrote the month’s TTTs out on my calendar… and then promptly lost said calendar. So that’s how I’m doing ?
Right? Go Stormi. And Melania *shrug* I feel like she enables him, or at the very least puts up with it just to be rich, so screw her. Her and Ivanka have their heads up their asses if they think he’s a “good” person. Wouldn’t it be awesome though if it was his dalliance with a porn star that brought him down? I would laugh so hard. Although I’m sure the “evangelicals” will excuse his actions, after he’s a “flawed vessel”. *rolls eyes* oh and right? Mississippi lol. Why don’t they just form the Confederacy of Alamisippi or something, just merge those Neanderthal states down there into some kind of uber- repressive 50’s society? South Carolina probably wants in too!
Yeah that would work great for pills! And where ARE the animal zombs? So true. Although most of us would probably lament the animals more than the people ha. But yeah a zombified pet… ewww. Now THAT would be scary. Can you imagine the pet parakeets flying around all frothing at the mouth? Or the Great Danes shambling around? Dayum. That poodle would be terrifying, frankly. And yes the live animals though- PETA be damned, they’re going first! Out ya go animals, keep the zombs busy while I slip out the back lol.
A pond in the restaurant? That would be kinda cool, maybe. Is it a koi pond? Or is that just a Japanese thing? I went into a BASS Outdoor outfitters store over by Detroit and they have a pond/ river thing in the store, with actual ducks… living INSIDE. That was a new one for me. But yeah any Chinese place without an aquaculture environment is immediately suspect, for sure. And the salt water tank was a bitch because yeah… the right balance all all that. Those fish died in droves! Oh that IS a shady mom move. I’m kinda impressed! And we have a goldfish that won’t die, I think it’s been longer than six years. It’s huge and is like immortal or something…
Ha no doubt- a book in the snow. Love that. Seriously I’ve seen bookstagrammars with their books PERILOUSLY close to running water and I’m like… that’s iffy. And they’re actually pretty conservative here about canceling school, they try not to but… then they do like yesterday when it wasn’t THAT bad but they called it off. I think the roads were just really bad. But I’ve heard the weather people did get it really wrong in lots of places. And NY apparently had thundersnow? Which cracks me up, just that name. But we’ve had it before… it is so weird to have snow and hear thunder at the same time.
Yeah Daryl and Beth… that was borderline skeevy. I think I remember that scene. Thinking it was iffy. I don’t remember the biker dudes so I don’t think they last long. And yes Abraham and friends are around quite a while- in fact they still are- assuming they all survive (I will not spoil. I will not spoil).
I feel like FEAR is gonna be like The 100 this season in that there are lots of new faces? Not just Morgan but I see Jenna Elfman (think that’s her name) in those pics. So yeah… and interesting to see Nick and Morgan together, those two should be a fun interaction. Madison looks a little different too… I’m excited for this show to come back! And it’s only what a month away roughly??
Speaking of, I watched episode 8×05 last night of TWD- the first one I’ve watched in months. Oh my gosh what tripe! Rick and daryl were in it- briefly- but it was mostly Negan and ALL talking. Man this show has gone so downhill. Negan BTW is the big bad of seasons 7 and 8. Not a bad villain but he TALKS and TALKS and it’s SO boring. Oh my gosh you’ll see. And they’re supposed to be at war so there should be action galore (and there is at times), but man Negan and his mouth… it’s horrible. He needs to shat up. But… I only have 5 episodes to go and I’m current, so I will continue. Oh and I got an email that Jessica Jones 2 is out now. Woot! See you in a few days ha ha. Just kidding. 🙂
Yup. I think you’re right. If they could CGI or simulate the nudity with special effects then knock themselves out, but making actors do it definitely sucks. Especially since again it’s almost always women who HAVE to do it, and if it’s a man it’s like oh they went there. Wow. But yeah this post should get some interesting comments…
I know! Here’s the link, I found it. http://deadline.com/2015/09/westworld-extras-must-agree-to-genital-to-genital-touching-1201560056/
Apparently having their genitals painted was another stipulation? Um you can’t make this stuff up???
I think Wolves of Winter is standalone.
Yeah TWD definitely tries to outgross itself I think. S7 that scene… yeah. Again I didn’t watch it but from what I’ve heard… I’m really curious about the Rains sequel, because I liked Rains and told myself I was gonna read the sequel the second it came out. But… it’s been months and nope. Ha ha funny how that changes. the thing about Rains is it’s really good- YA but really good- but it takes a turn towards the end that came out of left field for me a bit? That may be why my enthusiasm for the sequel has cooled a bit… but I do want to read it. And yes! read This Is Not A Test, can’t wait to see what ya think!
Yeah I do too. I mean I like an awesome movie as much as the next person, obviously, but when they make utter crap I’m like- you spent $100 million on THAT? Just seems like that could have gone somewhere more useful to the human race!!?!
Ooh your SIMS are missing you… and that world has probably gone to hell lol in your absence. Maybe the squids have taken over? You better check. 🙂
Oh my gosh I should look up your Allegiant review. Seriously that movie was… so ridiculous? Have we discussed that before? I should finish the book just to finish. And scorch Trials… okay I kinda liked it. TBH I’ve liked both Maze Runner movies, I mean they’re not like the best thing since sliced bread, but they’re okay. Romeo and Juliet with THOSE two sounds outstanding, in a way. I like Claire Danes. Hmmm…
It’s funny, I used to NEVER do TTT’s because I thought ugh who wants to put all that time in? And now I do em every week… sigh. Sometimes I wonder why. I mean yeah they’re comment factories but a lot of the comments are the ooh great list variety you know? Which is understandable, because after a while you’ve said all the things right? I totally get it, and do it myself lol. But I hear you. I schedule ahead now but for most of my blog I didn’t- it’s really been the last two years probably that I do. I would totally do that too… and I have discovered a lot of new blogs doing TTT. Although that’s a problem in itself, cause who has time to follow everybody???
Melania… she’s like one of those characters that everyone hates but I have an inexplicable soft spot for. She’s like, the Jaha of the White House. I *don’t* think she thinks Trump is a good person (unlike Ivanka who apparently somehow does), I think she just got in wayyyy over her head and doesn’t know what to do now. I mean, she has a young kid, and she’s from another country, so I feel a little sorry for her? But I fully agree that she got herself into this mess just to be rich- like come on, no one married THAT guy for love! Sadly, I think you’re right about even the evangelicals excusing this again. They’ll pull the whole “Jesus preached forgiveness” card, but apparently Jesus holds grudges if emails are involved? It could be the Confederacy of SOUTH Alamisippi if SC was feeling jealous hahah. Georgia could kind of split itself off- Atlanta could join us, the rest of them could jump into COSA. And anyone from the north who wants to go, have at it! Lots of guns in COSA, they can all just shoot each other to death and leave us alone. I read the most disturbing article about abortion and young immigrant women- apparently the government had been testing “reverse abortion” on unwilling underage women, which… talk about horrifying. Also, fun fact, it doesn’t work. I had a thought though- do you think that they just want women to stay pregnant to like, slut-shame them? Ruin their lives as punishment? Because they clearly don’t give a shit about actual babies so… what is the deal?
Oh you are so right! People get soooo salty when a pet dies in a book even in a normal way. Like, look, sure it’s awfully sad, but Fido only lives like, 1/8th as long of a human so… it’s going to be pretty common? But people lose their shit. I kind of feel like rabies is basically zombie pets, right? And seriously, I will *try* to give them the sketchy animals first (no one is going to be sobbing over a snake or lizard, let’s be real) but if push comes to shove and it’s me or Lassie out there…. bye girl.
I think it IS kind of like a koi pond? Idk but they always have to yell at people’s kids for trying to climb in it hhahah. And people try to throw money in it- basically the thing has lost its allure because it’s all covered in “stop being an asshole” signs. Wow, ducks in the STORE? That must be a real mess to clean up. Imagine thinking that you were going to sell some sporting goods, but sorry friend, you’re cleaning up duck shit all day. My mom was COLD, I loved those fish! Except… one was so big and bloated that most of its scales were falling off so maybe my mom was merciful hah. Also WHY do you have fish again!? Didn’t you learn your lesson in childhood?! What possessed you to go down that road again!? ?
I once took my coveted ARC of Like a River Glorious and took pictures in a creek in my parents backyard. It… was scary. But that is the kind of thing that bookstagram causes you to do. And why I no longer do it. Do I really need to take my damn books on field trips? No. I don’t. Yeah, I feel like PA used to be much less ridiculous about cancelling school- this year, I don’t think there’s been a full week without at least delays since about November. Like it’s winter in the Northeast, what do these people expect!?
Yeah she was kind of weird with him- wanting to have drinks with him and stuff, and playing Never Have I Ever… I mean, they could have very well intended it to be a friendship (and goodness, I hope so) but I think it was maybe just directed wrong? The biker gang is gone! Rick bit one of them ? And then everyone killed them. (They weren’t ACTUALLY bikers, they just… looked like it?) Hahha it must be hard to not spoil! Abraham I kind of like- especially his blind faith that the other dude can “save the world in Washington DC”. How do he and Rosita know each other?
I think you are right about Fear- which makes sense since the whole ranch died! OOOOH I think you are right about Jenna Elfman, I knew she looked familiar! I agree, a Nick/Morgan plot could be interesting since they’ve both been known to be unhinged. Wow yeah your’re right, only a little over a month. Wow. That is kind of incredible.
NOOOOO this is so SAD! I saw that the newest episode is the lowest rated of ALL TIME. That is pretty pathetic. I keep getting more and more scared as I get closer to the current ones. Terminus was of course a bunch of baddies, but why was anyone surprised? I am Team Sasha right now because fuck, she was the only one with the common sense to know that they were probably NOT what they seemed. ALSO is anyone really surprised that Lizzie killed her sister? I felt bad that Carol had to kill Lizzie though, especially after she promised the dad. But Tyreese forgiving her was so awesome!
I hope Jessica Jones is great! 😀
Oh it’s definitely almost always women- and they seem to take more heat for it, too! Like with Emilia Clarke- people shamed her for NOT being mad it seemed, and then got pissed when she didn’t want to do it, so dumb! But no one has ever been like “how dare Brad Pitt show his ass on a movie” or whatever. He’s basically praised for some false sense of equality, it’s so dumb. Holy shit so I just read that article, and these are just EXTRAS?!?! These poor bastards don’t even get a career out of iit! Because what do you do, throw a still of bending over naked in your portfolio!? And how do they consider $600 to be “well compensated”!?!? I have so many questions after reading that, I don’t even know where to begin. Talk about an awkward day on the job.
So I did some research after finishing Wolves of Winter- because it definitely works as a standalone if need be but I think there’s tons there for a potential sequel, and apparent;y the author plans for it to be a series, but is waiting for the publisher to buy one.
I am quite scared to get to S7. Mainly because I like the show and know that my time of liking it is coming to a close. Plus the spoilers everywhere don’t help, especially if everything else sucks. Haha I feel you- I ALWAYS say I am going to read stuff immediately and then…. nope. Never. I mean, I have owned that copy of This Is Not a Test for probably 5 years now!
Exactly, I mean, especially since you figure that absolutely NO viewers even cared if there was a sequel. No one answers “Lake Placid” when you ask for a list of favorite movies. So yeah, the ways that money could have been better spent are basically endless. For example, I could have taken it 😀
HA they probably have– or maybe the place is all Praimfayed. I would be impressed if my Sims actually started to apocalypse themselves. Perhaps I will check on them tonight, I definitely don’t feel like doing anything else.
You should. I’ll save you the trouble. https://itstartsatmidnight.com/2016/04/bookish-movie-review-allegiant/ The movie was SO BAD. But so bad that it kind of entertained me? With its badness? I am so sad that the last one never got finished! Don’t finish the book. It’s hours of your life you’ll never get back. It is SO. BORING. Like the end (have you heard about the end?) was bad enough, but the whole thing drags so horribly that by the time you get to the end, you don’t even CARE. I liked Maze Runner better than the book, actually. And I heard the last two movies deviate from the books so I bet I’ll like them too hah. I loooooove that version of R+J, it’s so fun. But also you could probably make fun of it a lot hah.
I used to do TTTs every week. And then… I got lazy with my blog in general. Honestly I couldn’t keep up with the comments so I figured I’d just post less but I am STILL behind on the comments and I don’t even care anymore. I LOVE the people who clearly have a generic comment copied to paste in all the comment sections. Like if it’s “favorite book covers” they’ll be like “love your favorite covers!” but my post is half the time not even ABOUT the thing, so it’s so obvious. I get not having some SUPER clever response, but jeeeez. I mean, I only leave comments if I have something to say at this point, and if I don’t screw it, I move on. And I agree, there have been a LOT of new blogs on the TTT lately. And yeah, the new people thing is nice but… I definitely don’t have the time. And…. I kind of don’t care enough, is that terrible? I used to always find new bloggers and now I feel like I am some grouchy old person yelling “get off my lawn!” In seriousness, I do try to respond, but I no longer feel guilty. I love seeing newer bloggers shouting about how everyone HAS TO comment back and it’s like… oh honey, no, not unless you never want to sleep again.
You know… I don’t even know anymore. That is awful. And Pence said the other day that he thought abortion would be restricted or overturned in our lifetime- presumably he’s thinking well since Republicans won in 2016 they’re on a roll and all these conservative judges Trump is appointing will do the trick. I consider myself a Christian but I don’t think you can make America some theocratic state where the “evangelicals” run everything and tell everyone to do, and I don’t get why they don’t understand that? But that’s the thing, some of these religious people want to remake society in their own worldview image, and how can you do that when not everyone even is the same religion? Is THAT why they want all the Muslims out, or whoever? So I consider myself religious but couldn’t disagree more with what they’re doing.
Melania… I guess I should feel sorry for. It must be humiliating to have that porn star story out there, but you know… if you marry that guy, you gotta expect that. But the kid obviously doesn’t deserve this kind of thing.
Right. Lassie’s the bomb and all, but fuck it. We matter more. I mean they’re pets for a reason. I mean you can buy animals, therefore they’re a commodity. Okay just kidding- I don’t really think that, but in terms of the zombie apocalypse- I mean hard choices, right? I love my cats, but if it’s me or them… O.o
Oh I can see kids making a beeline for the pond. Sheesh. And yes ducks IN the store! I was like don’t they, um, make a mess everywhere? Although it is kinda cool. I mean it’s all rustic in there like you’re in Appalachia or whatever. Well maybe not that rustic, but you know. And let me tell you, the fish were not MY idea. It’s called school fair, and guess who won a goldfish? You’d think a goldfish would last a few years right? 2 or 3. Try like 6 and counting, IDEK. It’s even got a tumor or growth on one side of it, so I thought maybe it’s time was coming, but… it lives on. But aww sorry about YOUR fish! That shit is tough in childhood…
lol “bookstagram causes you to do” yeah it must get competitive for some of those big bookstagrammers?? I can see a fun movie or skit about bookstagrammers gone wild, you know ever increasing their props? I mean where does it end?
Abraham’s okay. I think he and Rosita are just banging each other but they do explain a little how they met up, I think, at some point? Eugene… ugh. Hate him. well not hate but his rather goofy way of talking gets old quick. And did Darl and Beth play Never Have I Ever? I don’t remember, but I was just reading People Like Us today and they were playing that game. That’s funny!
Both unhinged… I hadn’t thought of that. Yeah. Those two… yikes could be serious trouble! And Jenna Elfman I feel like I haven’t seen in anything in ages?
I saw that too, and frankly I can see why. They’re so bad lately… every once in a while you’ll get a glimmer of hope, and then you get the most boring-ass episode again. I was watching that clip you included where Daryl drops a grenade in the tank, and they’re on the run, and I was like- why don’t they do shit like THAT anymore? The show has really gone downhill. I hate to be negative about it, but geez…
Jessica Jones so far (I’m almost done with episode three) is pretty good. It just reinforces for me that JJ is the best of the Marvel Netflix shows. and she’s pretty funny. I’m enjoying it so far.
Oh my gosh right. I’m trying to get an acting job and my portfolio consists of extended time on all fours during an HBO filming of… yeah. Just gonna put that away thank you and go apply at Walmart. Forget it. 🙂 And I know everyone freaks out if a guy shows his ass or frontal regions, but women have to do it ALL the time. I mean poor Dichen, sheesh. The double standard is so ridiculous. and with all these assholes getting called out for harassment and assault, and the MeToo movement, why aren’t they saying okay Hollywood get your shit together, women are NOT going to be expected to flash it all in their 20’s if they want work? I mean FFS stop ALL of it. If they don’t mind or want to do it, fine. But they shouldn’t be forced.
Really about Wolves of Winter? Woot I would LOVE it if that became a series, or even just a sequel. With them going to Vancouver there’s so much room there, I agree. That’s awesome, hopefully someone picks it up. I hope you liked it!
I think there’s still some good stuff ahead for you, it doesn’t really get bad til S6 I think? Although you’ve probably seen the best stuff? But everyone’s taste is different and you might like stuff I don’t- sometimes I’m in the minority on some of these things. 7 and 8 though… yeah tough sledding. And I’m impressed! That’s a lot of seasons to blow through, and you’re kicking butt. We can bitch about the show together soon!
So I’m looking forward to a SIMS update *hint hint* 🙂
I did hear about the end. Meh that’s not cool IMO. And I was looking at your review and I even commented on it lol. Because yeah I saw it in the theater! But I agree how can they just let the story be untold? I wanted to see the end too even if I didn’t really like Allegiant part 1. Oh well… I heard the same thing about the second Maze Runner movie. I liked it but I guess it’s pretty different. I probably should avoid the books?
I’m with you on comments. I used to think I had to reply to all comments or I was being rude, and I still feel that way a bit, but I have some posts I do well on and some I don’t? Like today’s posts I don’t think I’ve replied to anything yet? I suck basically at this point. But I love the comments and I try to return visit everybody. But right? I do see that occasionally, even a few bloggers we both know I’m sure, who do that generic comment thing . Like on thirty some blogs lol and it’s like, um, kinda obvious?? Why do that??? And yes when the generic comment has no relevance whatever to the post!!! and it’s like maybe you should have read the post before pasting?? Kills me. Same here, even if my comment is inane or just boring- at least I’m reading the post and trying to say something fairly intelligent, not just hitting control/V til the damn key breaks off. And is it me or does there seem to be an influx of new bloggers lately? I know a lot have left, but lately I’ve been seeing newbies popping up a bit. Which is great, but I hear you. Are we curmudgeons now? The Aunt Lydia’s of the book blogosphere?? And no it’s not terrible, because there is life and stuff and only limited time! Yeah don’t feel guilty, people know you’re great and you’re awesome at replying back. It’s the people that NEVER do that I wonder about. And your last line- I love that- right? They’ll soon learn… 🙂
Pence is a worm. Sadly, I am afraid he could be right. The law in Mississippi doesn’t even allow for abortion after 15 weeks in cases of rape or incest which… come on. The thing is, those are the people who would need it the MOST after 15 weeks, because of all the trauma. Assholes. I think the worst part is that these people who claim to be Christian think that because it is what THEY believe, it’s supposed to be what everyone else believes, and frankly, that’s bullshit. The country was founded on the idea of freedom of religion, and every damn move they make is an attempt to negate that freedom. The abortion debate is a religious one, the Muslim ban, like you said- obviously religion. Just so much of it across the board. But the irony is, it ISN’T about the *actual* religion, just this strange political take on it. Because most actual Christian people don’t behave that way- just the creepy ones making the laws. But because they claim to do these things in the name of Christianity, I think it probably messes with a lot of people’s minds- people who may otherwise abhor what they’re doing, but have been convinced that to be good religious people, they need to go along with it.
Melania, ugh. I mean, I am way too soft hah. She DID bring a ton of this on herself. But she also probably never in a million years dreamed that she’d have to deal with THIS, so I think I can kind of have sympathy for her? While still thinking she’s weak and irresponsible. Because she is. But I assume she’s also scared. The kid… it sucks because the kid doesn’t stand a chance at normalcy. I mean LOOK at the human crap he’s spawned!
HA good point, if you can buy them… well you can probably buy another. Or like Barbara Streisand, just clone them! And yeah, obviously people love pets, I love my cat and all too, but a human life versus a pet (that let’s be real, doesn’t have the wherewithal to save itself the NEXT time the zombies came and would die anyway) isn’t even a close call. Sorry PETA.
I mean, I *guess* the ducks are fun in theory, but… god, can you even imagine being in there all day with the damn quacking? And the smells? Fun for customers, nightmare for employees, that is the situation. Well, they don’t just hand out the damn fish! Didn’t you have to… Idk, play some kind of game or something? Why on earth would you play the game? (I have never been to a school fair, but I assume?) Obviously, luck dictates you’d end up with the fish, even if there were other prizes! ? My fish was the same way- one of them, anyway, the other was normal- and its eye was like, bulging out of its head. Honestly, it might have been merciful of my mom at that point! The worst part was that we were moving too, and I was NOT dealing well, and then she had to throw my pets in a lake!
Oh my goodness, I would LOVE to do a spoof of bookstagram. I actually kind of want to do a spoofy bookstagram account- just have the most ridiculous props piled up everywhere, have books lodged in asinine places… oh, that would be glorious. But it might also be too much work. I think some booktuber should do a video spoof of it though- that is a genius idea!
WAIT. Abraham and Rosita are….. together!?! That is a strange couple. I feel like their faith in Eugene is… misplaced? Or perhaps exaggerated? They did play Never Have I Ever! Because she said she’d never been arrested and he got all hurt over it. Oh fun that a book has it too! That was a go-to in college hahah.
Um. Why are people eating Bob? I am so disturbed right now. Look, I get eating Jaha if everyone will literally die if you don’t. But Bob is actually forced to WATCH as they EAT HIM!??!! What kind of fresh hell is this!? I mean, I knew he was a goner when he and Sasha started getting chummy, but STILL. That… is too much. Which also makes me worry about what the fuck S7 has in store if it is WORSE than “Eating Bob for Funsies”! Am I going to have to watch awful things done to Judith? Because that is the only thing I can think of that would be TOO horrible to watch.
Speaking of unhinged, I saw my first glimpse of S5 Morgan and I see what you mean, he appears insane. Nick will start looking suuuuper rational by comparison. I feel like the only thing I ever knew Jenna Elfman in was Dharma & Greg. But wow, googled her, and she is main cast this season, interesting.
I am so sad that it has gone downhill so quickly. I kind of hope that iit won’t be *as* bad binging, since I can just watch it all really quickly, and it won’t feel like week after week dragging on? BUt then also, if it never gets better, will I WANT to keep watching next season? Idk.
Yay, I am glad that Jessica Jones is good! It looks like she’d be a snarky character, and I like that she is funny. One of these days I’ll probably give it a shot.
Bwhahha that portfolio would be… special ? I would absolutely prefer to work at Walmart than… than whatever HBO would want. I shudder. It’s so true, men are like… basically given a medal for being nude, it’s so damn weird. But yep, it’s expected of women. Because of course it is. You have a good point about the #MeToo stuff, I hadn’t thought of that! Because you KNOW women are doing this when they don’t want to.
Yes I think a sequel would be awesome! I love the Vancouver idea, especially because Vancouver is awesome. It almost makes me think of a Luna/Nightblood thing, where Lynn would be Luna of course, and everyone wants her blood. I feel really bad for her mom and brother who are stuck back by themselves though, I hope they could join in. I did like it! I’d definitely enjoy a sequel, too!
I really don’t think it’s just you- Val told me she stopped watching too, and I have heard a lot of complaints in general. Plus the fact that the ratings have plummeted… yeah, can’t all be coincidence. You know, I was thinking- Fear is so different, because they don’t *always* have to show a zombie fight. But in straight up EVERY episode of TWD, there has to be some fairly sizable zombie situation. And frankly, Fear’s way just works better. I am kind of impressed at how quickly I’ve gone through these too! Probably because I am slacking off on everything else hah. BUT I am glad you’ll be caught up because bitching is fun 😀
Hahha I love that we actually PAID to see that in the theater. Shameful. But seriously, how did they just NOT end it? (Though technically, I think I like the non-dead ending better?) As for The Maze Runner.. I would avoid the books in general, but now that Dashner has been called out on being all pervy, definitely avoid them. The first one was by far the best, the last one was soooo boring.
Ugh, SAME, I always felt like such an asshole when I didn’t respond to stuff! Actually, I still do- I just live with it. I visit the blogs of the people I care about first, everyone else can take a back seat. But I DO try to eventually get around to them all. Actual responses… are more hit or miss. And I never respond to meme comments anymore, because of the sheer volume. UGH the Crtl+V people KILL ME. I half laugh, but also… it’s so rude. Because you know they’re only looking for comments back. There really are a LOT of newbies. Which is cute, I guess. I think maybe we have become the curmudgeons? In a way, at least. I never wanted to be one of “those bloggers” who ignored comments and shit, I hated when people did that when I first started, so I DO try. And I feel like some of the curmudgeons never did try, they just felt entitled, so maybe we’re… half curmudgeons. The “Aunt Lydias” bwhahha I do hope we’ll never be *that* bad! And thanks, I appreciate that- I really DO try, but sometimes I feel like bloggers- especially the newer, younger ones- kind of don’t get it and expect too much sometimes? And exactly, that is my thought- it is kind of easier to comment back on ALL the posts when you’re new, but as you build your blog, that means multiply those comments by a lot! So… not always as easy as it appears. Now, if they PAID us, I’d comment on any blog ever created! 😀
Ha I love it. And yes freedom of religion- did they forget lol? Or not pay attention in history class? They act like their views should run everything, and… no. I’ve been reading a bunch of articles lately about it, and it’s scary how they are trying to take over. Preach it Handmaid’s Tale because… yeah. I saw this too and it was really interesting how blacks are like no thanks to megachurches since Trump. https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/a-quiet-exodus-why-blacks-are-leaving-white-evangelical-churches/ar-BBK3gbA?li=BBnbcA1&ocid=mailsignout I mean is it a mass delusion among whites or what???
Yeah I wouldn’t want to be Melania for anything. This Stormi Daniels thing seems to be taking on a life of its own too, I saw something today where they were talking to people who know her and it looks like this isn’t going to just get swept under the rug. and how dumb are these people? They said Trump’s lawyer who made the hush money payment used his Trump email acct to email her. Um, that’s not exactly smart???
Oh my gosh right? I forgot about that story. Barbra streisand *snort* Hilarious. Yeah the cats can’t even feed themselves unless they can somehow get in the closet where the food is, so it’s be doing thema favor right? A quick death vs slow starvation. And the poor fish would be stuck in his bowl with no food! Might as well throw him at the zombs as I run out the door? He might slow em down for a second. Can you see a zombie goldfish? I mean a piranha I can see, but a goldfish? although I guess a goldfish WOULD be a piranha at that point. right?
You’ve never gone to one of those horrible school fairs? Ha ha oh my. I did NOT play the game, that stupid fish came home with the kidlets. Look what I won!!! Ooh awesome *rolls eyes secretly* I had been to them before and the year I don’t go… we have a fish. But no one expected it to be setting life expectancy records or anything. What is up with fish and all these blemishes/ deformities though? I guess it’s tough to be a fish. Probably our radioactive water…
Oh a spoof bookstagram would be AWESOME. I would laugh so hard (and probably hurt myself). It would be worth it though. Yes have all these crazy ass props! Or even ruin books lol- which I know is sacrilege, but if it’s a shitty book or one you don’t care about- it might be worth it to hear the screams of the internet. Like have one IN the stream ha ha and be all like, oopsie. Or have a waterfall deluging it with a caption like “I’m not just DNF’ing this mofo, I’m DROWNING its ass” or the like. You know, fun stuff.
Yeah Abrosita or Rosiham or whatever their ship name would be- they’re a thing. It might not be obvious at first… and Eugene is skeevy. Not a fan. And you know I never played that game. Wow how did I never hear of that?
TWD does get carried away some times *nods* I’m gonna throw you a spoiler though and tell you… as of S8 Judith is still alive. You’re welcome. 🙂 Because as twisted as they are (and clearly Carl was NOT safe) they haven’t stooped to killing Judith yet, thankfully. The weird thing is how big she’s getting FFS- I still think of her as a baby and when she appears and is like 5 or whatever the fuck she is, I’m like woah. Weird. I mean I think TWD is the grossest show I’ve seen by a mile? I don’t think anything else really comes close…
Yup I thought of dharma and Greg too. and come on- she makes main cast and we have people like Harper who can’t make main cast on the 100?? Grr. Not fair. But I am curious to see what her deal is. And Morgan *sigh* yes prepare yourself. It gets worse.
I hope you enjoy it for a while yet. I think binging is easier in the sense that yeah you can just kind of breeze through? I mean I kinda did that, I think they were on S6 when I binged the first five, so it was just a few weeks and I was there. By the time I realized they were sucking I was almost caught up.
So far I like Jessica Jones more than S1, maybe because S1 was so damn dark with the PTSD/ sexual abuse stuff. It’s hard to watch to an extent even though you know they’re trying to do right by the subject matter. I’m not very far along but so far I’m enjoying this season. The last few Marvel shows on Netflix have sucked so much, at least these people kinda know what they’re doing?
Right? All this #MeToo stuff and Weinstein got busted but why is no one saying enough already? You’d think this would be the moment to stand up and say no, we’re not gonna operate like this anymore? Or maybe they are/ will and we’re just not hearing about it? I feel like maybe there are enough powerful women now in Hollywood that they can say fuck this, we’re not doing it and all stand together.
Agreed! I want more. And I felt bad for the mom and brother too. the only tying I didn’t like was the whole weird uncle thing, where he went off looking for the bear and didn’t come back. What the frick was THAT all about??
I like FEAR’s way better too. I mean I get sick of the zombie crap after a while. Same old thing. How many times can you go oh no, there’s a herd and they shamble along all slow like but oh dear we can’t get away *clasps hands* whatever will we do? Um, how about run about 300 yards and they’ll never catch up unless you take a fucking nap? And when we’re both caught up- just imagine how much we’ll be ripping the new episodes?? But by then The 100 wil almost be here and we can resume some SERIOUS viewing. 🙂
That’s good to know about Maze Runner, and it’s funny I just won a copy of the first book from Cornerfolds about a month ago, but then I heard about the Dashner stuff, so… no. Won’t be reading. Which I’m kinda glad cause let’s face it I have no shortage of stuff to read!
I do the same with meme comments sometimes, there are so MANY. And I laugh because when I started blogging it never occurred to me I’d have a problem with too MANY comments lol. A good problem to have I guess? But yeah… and I have a tendency to visit a lot of blogs too on meme days so I’m causing my own problem a bit with reciprocal comments? And yup about the CTRL-V people (I like that name)- it’s one thing when it’s a no- name that is obviously new and trying too hard, but when it’s an established blogger who you’ve seen around and had maybe even a conversation with, and then bam out of the blue they’re CTRL-V-ing a meme? That’s always surprising. I’ve only seen it a few times like that but it astounded me! I’m like everyone knows you lol! It’s not like they had to drum up recognition, you know? Weird. Oh well…
I like half curmudgeons. Because we DO care! And same here- I always hated that as well, so now if I don’t comment I feel like a jerk. But yeah the younger ones will get it someday when they have comments up the ass to reply to! It’s like that stages of bloggerdom post you did a while back- it all comes around!! And we SO need to be paid! I mean we’re doing a valuable service right? We should be getting paid by SOMEBODY so we can do this all the time! I mean we’re not just doing book reviews, we’re examining pop culture in all its forms, after all somebody has to watch all the Netflix shows right??
It really is insane, but I think the saddest part is that it is somehow ALLOWED to happen. Because… how? How does no one challenge it? Wow, that is really sad that so many people have to leave their churches. But it’s also really inspiring, because it’s clear that they didn’t take the decision lightly, but in the end they had to do what they felt was right. It’d be nice if more white people followed suit. I think the white people are either delusional, or (and this is probably the majority) just don’t give a shit because it doesn’t cause them any problems on a selfishly personal level.
It IS annoying that Melania has been spared from the public ridicule though, when during Bill Clinton’s scandal, Hillary was basically mercilessly hounded and harassed. Just another of the bullshit ways that Trump’s administration gets ridiculous special treatment. Not that any of it is Melania’s fault, nor SHOULD she be harassed, so for that I am glad, but why does she get a pass, when no other First Lady ever has? I think at this point, someone could have irrefutable proof that Trump broke 28 laws and no one would blink. So when they do stupid shit, I’m not even surprised.
Yeah it would be quicker to be eaten by zombies than to starve to death, good point! Ha, throwing fish at the zombies would be funny. They’d probably have a hard time hanging onto them, maybe it would distract for awhile! Do… do goldfish even have teeth? Maybe they’d be useless zombies. This is why there needs to be more zombie science!
HOLD UP. Kids?! How did I have no idea that you have kids?! What kind of other huge life stuff have you not mentioned?! ? Least it’s only one fish, I guess? But seriously, it seems like they either live for 3 days, or 10 years. No in between.
Yesss spoof bookstagram really would be worth it. And would probably end up being quite popular! That is a good idea, just throwing the book in a stream! Like- take ALL the “trends” to the next level. Instead of a picture of a book and coffee… a book in a POT of coffee. Book by the pool? Nah, book floating IN the pool. Instead of “Sock Sunday”, just a bunch of random socks thrown on some books. This would be quite a trip.
How have you never heard of Never Have I Ever?! Though in fairness, Daryl didn’t know how to play either hah. Abrosita is a better ship name I think. I just don’t see it, but I guess I have only seen them on the run so far. Oh I am SO glad that Judith is alive! I don’t think I could have watched zombies rip apart a baby, that is just crossing a line. Yeah that’s true, I bet she looks a lot older now, it’s weird to see them getting so much older so quickly, but that is only because I am watching them quickly I suppose.
I hope that I don’t hate it as much. I think when you wait weeks/months for a show, and it sucks, the sucking is… amplified? So maybe binging is a good idea, but at some point I’ll still have to deal with it sucking. Unless they get their shit together for Season 9. I assume that is already happening, right? I don’t like the idea of new cast people being main cast honestly. Dharma was annoying on that show anyway. But I guess there are so few people on Fear, it makes a little more sense. I DO wonder if that will happen with The 100 though, because they only have 9 instead of the usual 11. I’m glad that Jessica Jones is good though- and being even better than the first season is always a plus.
Seriously, I think now would be the best time for the women of Hollywood to shine a light on this part of the industry. Unless they worry about alienating fans? Idk. Or maybe they really don’t mind? Who knows!
Um yeah, the uncle/bear thing was WEIRD. Like… really weird. Especially since it kind of seems like he almost just gave up the will to live, only…. with some kind of weird bear story. I really didn’t get it, especially after all he went through to survive.
Hahha I think the same thing ALL the time with the zombie fights. I love when they could definitely just run or climb or whatever, but someone is pissed or sad or whatever, so they “have to” beat the hell out of the zombies. Or they start to run, but then oh nos, zombies are coming from all directions. Come on, that can’t be a thing that happens often! YAY I am excited to complain about the crappy new episodes! But yessss The 100, goodness, it is so soon now! I think I saw a countdown that said 44 days?!
Yeah definitely not worth bothering with The Maze Runner- for a lot of reasons. It sucks though that you won it and now don’t want to read it. Of course, that sounds like most of the books I own, so I get it hah.
Oh same, I don’t think anyone read my blog for at LEAST 4 months. It IS a good problem to have but… still not always fun. I um, am guilty of NEVER visiting any other blogs on memes unless they visit mine first. I know, it’s awful, but… meh. Oh my goodness, I have seen bloggers I knew and have talked to do the Ctrl-V thing too! Like… really!? I should start doing this. “Dear Blogger, this post was awesome! You know so much about all the things, and I am so happy to have read your super post about books and bookish things.” I’d be done in no time!
Exactly, I feel like the full blown curmudgeons simply don’t give a shit, and think they’re too good to comment on “smaller” blogs. But that isn’t the case, it’s just TIME. And I get how it probably looks to newbies, but I cannot help that I need to do things like sleep and such. UGH we so should be paid. Other types of blogging gets paid! Why not us!? And seriously, I feel like The CW owes me a few hundred dollars at least for like, hyping the hell out of their series.
I think you’re right, it’s answer B. White people aren’t put out so no big deal. Like that article where the black churchgoers were upset about police brutality and the whites were like huh? About says it all.
Yeah Hillary got slammed for everything (and still is) and Melania is like aww, poor Melania. Double standard? Oh and imagine if Obama had paid off a porn star.
I can imagine the poor goldfish slipping and sliding all over as the zombs try to get a handle on it. You’re right, I might actually make it down the street while they’re all fighting over the damn thing. Maybe I’d even stop and take pics with my phone and then sadly get caught. No, keep running Greg. It’s best that way. Honor its sacrifice. But… no I don’t think they have teeth! So yeah it would be a rather ineffective zombie? Thank goodness. No piranha- ing I guess. You’re right, we need more zomb information.
Yup, two. Both girls. I guess I thought everybody kinda knew? I used to have them post occasionally, my youngest one did a couple guest post reviews and my oldest did one, and I used to mention them in my Sunday Posts sometimes- you know, vacation updates and stuff, even a few pics. But then I deleted some of that, since I didn’t really want their names or pics online, you know? At least not on the blog. Let’s see what else don’t you know maybe? Um, IDK! But yeah, I don’t talk about the kids much online anymore…
Love it. A book floating in a pool = priceless. Or with coffee spilled all over it lol. I bet it would be SUPER popular! And what’s up with socks? You see those ALL the time on Instagram, I don’t even get the sock thing?
Yeah Abrosita doesn’t click for me as a couple, but I think they’re just doing it for hook up you know? One of them maybe cares more than the other and that becomes an issue later.
Dude guess who’s on Jessica Jones 2. Wait for it… Chen!!! Yes Chen. I was floored. And a fairly large supporting role too. Fun. But yeah binging will get through the suckage much easier, maybe, because when you’re going weekly it’s like no end in sight, and so frustrating when you wait all week for an episode and you get a filler or one person episode. Like when Carol’s kickass and you don’t see her for episode on end, it’s like really people??
Maybe some don’t mind? Because I just saw another article yesterday where so-and-so actress was like stop bitching about my nude scenes, so maybe it’s not an issue? IDK. Or maybe it’s just the weird or full nude stuff like poor Dichen had to do…
Right. The bear thing was so out of left field. Like if it was one of those super metaphor-y stories where everything was odd, it would have fit more, but I though WoW was actually written pretty straightforward, so it was jarring. Like Jeryl was pretty protective of their mom, and all of them really, so to go out like that and basically abandon them seemed weird.
The 100 is.almost.here. Wow that seems amazing because it has been SO LONG. And I am geeked for 12 Monkeys too because I miss that show!! But yes they get “surrounded” by a herd at the most inopportune times, no? And have you noticed how human survivors are fairly rare on TWD, but on FEAR there are whole cities of survivors? Kinda weird too.
Ha part of me does want to read it, but with Dashner being apparently a sleaze I won’t. I’ve seen the movie and I’m sure the book is not exactly life changing experience…
Okay that’s it. I want to play too. I think this Tuesday I’m gonna CTRL-V the whole TTT field with something like “Awesome books! Here’s mine!!!!!!!” with a link. Piss everybody off lol. Or use that message on non book haul posts- like a discussion topic on something serious. Every one might hate me at that point but it would be kinda fun? I kinda like yours though, too. It’s mildly sarcastic without going over the top?
The CW owes you big time. At the very least you should be getting some swag or promo stuff, maybe even a trip to Unity Days? I mean you DO promote the show for them, let’s be honest. We could MAKE them notice by spamming them constantly with #saveMarper? But maybe they’d just block us. 🙁
Yeah exactly! And let’s face it, we know NOTHING of these people’s struggles historically. None of us have had to go through the everyday bullshit they do. And this is not even taking that into consideration! I mean, these are just regular folks who want to be… basically NOT shot. And that shouldn’t be too much to ask, right? But god forbid it means that white people change their behavior and complacency just a little. It’s so frustrating, I wish as a country we could just do BETTER, and I wish I knew how to help that, you know? I feel so useless in the grand scheme of things.
OMG I cannot even imagine if Obama had done this. And of course, we’re back to the double standard where shitty white guy can do whatever, ugh. Interestingly, I had a dream about Bill and Hillary last night- Hillary was having some kind of public talk, but I got bored so I started coloring pictures with Bill. Which… has to be one of the weirdest dreams I have ever had hahah.
Oh my goodness, can you imagine how many teens would be slaughtered in the zombie apocalypse because they couldn’t put down their phones!? Another thing that TWD did not count on. Because sure, cell service is down, but you KNOW kids are taking pics to show their friends ? I think those huge tanks would give you tons of time to run though- think of all the slippery fish! And true, no teeth, no claws, they couldn’t really hurt you- they’d just make weird glugging noises hah.
Oh my goodness, I had NO IDEA. That is so adorable that they used to do blog stuff with you, too! I am looking forward to when mine can do that- in fact I’ll probably do one with Lena since we read Harry Potter. How old are they now? I know what you mean about names a pictures and such, I know a lot of people don’t like to do that with their kids, so I get that. I um, assume they have a mother? What’s the story there?
You know, THIS is what we could use all the books by problematic authors for! I have this copy of 13 Reasons Why that I can’t even give away for obvious reasons, and several other shitty author books, and THAT would be the best use ever. I am honestly considering doing this one day! The “Sock Sunday” thing is an Instagram meme in general I guess? And the bookish people just.. adopted it? But if you ask me, it just makes for awkward looking photos because how do you get your feet and a book in a picture? Weird.
Oooooh VERY curious about Abrosita now, because I just saw that Eugene lied, and then also, that Eugene watches them having sex which… why is Eugene the way he is? I understand your disdain now. I feel like he’s supposed to be presented as autistic but I don’t think it’s an accurate representation at all, if it is. Also, Beth is dead. Why was that storyline a thing anyway? Stupid. (I really see what you mean about the stupidity- I find myself getting bored and checking my phone and such lately!)
I love that when you say Chen, I see Shumway (even though since his REAL last name is Chen I should probably go with that but… nope hah). He is a villain, right? He HAS to be, I cannot even imagine him as like, Jessica’s super chill boyfriend or something ? I agree- I think that binging helps with the stupid filler episodes. Because like- no one needed that episode of Beth in the hospital with randos, but I was able to move right onto a better one. I do LOVE Carol, more and more every episode!
I think some probably *don’t* mind, just as some non-actor people wouldn’t necessarily mind? But then some definitely do, of course. So it should really be personal preference, but obviously no production company gives a shit about someone’s preference. It’s allll about the money of course. And then there’s always the argument that “they just don’t have to take that role” but unless you’re like, Jennifer Lawrence, you can’t necessarily afford to pick and choose your jobs!
Yeah that was my thought about the bear too- especially since Lynn even told us how out of character it was for Jeryl! And you also have a good point about him abandoning the mom. I really was kind of hoping he and the mom would get together. But nope, suicide by bear apparently.
GAH The 100 is so soon. 43 days says some person I follow on Twitter who posts a tweet about it every day. And I hear MANY rumors that the trailer comes on Wednesday, which would actually coincide with the 6 week thing I assumed. Idk if you saw this, but it’s a really great piece about Murphy! https://www.hypable.com/the-100-season-5-richard-harmon-murphy-interview/ And I am looking forward to 12 Monkeys too! I hope I have time to rewatch it! You have a VERY good point about the human survivors. And on Fear, some are good and some are bad, but on TWD basically EVERY human survivor is a bad guy!
I think I rated Maze Runner series 3 and 4 stars- and that was back when I gave EVERYTHING 5 stars so… take that for what it’s worth. If you’ve seen the movie, you’re definitely good to go. (And even if you hadn’t…. still just fine.)
HA that would be SO funny! I wish I was doing a TTT just to see this! It *would* be fu- OH and you could make it into an experiment/discussion post! Like- “I spammed the blogosphere, did anyone care?” This could be pretty interesting.
HA they DO owe me. I am always salty when I see people with wayyyy fewer followers (or no platform other than Twitter) getting media passes to these events. Though I guess I could apply too? Maybe I should make that a future goal! I have no idea how it works. Hahha I could just see Jason blocking us- “Aw, poor bastards think they can save Marper…. maybe I should block them and put them out of their misery”. I wonder if Monty will die. I keep thinking it’s Octavia, but maybe I am wrong and Harper will live while Monty dies. Technically, Harper hasn’t really lost anyone she’s close to yet, has she?
It is hard because all we can do is vote, and then that doesn’t even matter lol because of the electoral college. Oh and uninformed white voters. That is a weird dream! But I think most dreams are? I mean where does some of thus stuff come from right?? Still that is funny. I can see Bill coloring.
Oh and yeah Obama would have been… IDK, they would have SO lost their shit. Like half the gun toting country would have seceded, which… hmm maybe that wouldn’t be so bad? Hey this has possibilities. But I saw today that the House Intel Committee has “completed” their Russia probe and found no collusion. Oh my gosh that is SO comforting! I’m so glad the Republicans are taking their oversight responsibilities so seriously! I’ll sleep better knowing that Trump did nothing wrong. *sings lullaby* and Obama would have been treated so fairly by them as well, I’m sure.
Yes the zombie ranks would surely burgeon because so many teens would be like ooh snapping a pic as the snarling zomb descends on them. Pretty dumb. But we’d solve the selfie problem maybe. And yes if zombs attack head for the nearest Chinese restaurant… or aquarium. Glug glug glug… I like that. And they’d be trying to be all savage and ferocious but they just can only make those little O shapes with their mouths??
Yeah I used to be pretty open about ’em on the blog, I even posted pictures. Then I realized, why am I doing that lol? I mean people can find anything anyway, right, but why put em out there? So I deleted most of that stuff. Still I kind of miss some of it… the one guest post in particular was quite cute. 🙂 And the comments were the best! Everyone was all like supportive and stuff… it was cool. I highly recommend it if you do. They are high school and jr. high. Yes I’m old. Don’t laugh at me. And they do have a mom! I’ll DM you because I hate posting about this stuff online… O.o
You should! Kill the books! Or the shitty ones anyway. I am totally in support of such an endeavour. Heck I can chip in Maze Runner…
Eugene is trash basically. And you know I never thought of that, whether he’s supposed to be autistic… I honestly just thought he was somebody’s idea of a bad joke. But you may be right. Nevertheless I have no use for him, and in a world like that I think he’d last about 5 mins? And Beth… so sad. I hated that- first Herschel, then Beth. Poor Maggie…
Carol is the bomb, for sure. she should be front and center of all episodes, really. Her and Daryl. Rick could retire or just be a consultant (not that he would be much help in that regard lol). And the Beth hospital story… Right. So unnecessary. But yes Chenway is a villain (shocker, right). Not like a big bad villain, more just a supporting character who’s a bad dude. Love seeing him in this though. I’m actually quite liking JJ S2.
Yeah the Jeryl thing would probably be my biggest complaint of the book, actually. I just do not get where he was going with that whole guy-is-now-a-bear thing in Jeryl’s mind. Maybe I missed something?
43 days. Shit that’s getting close. And a trailer this week? *sputter* That Hypable article is amazing. I love how he characterizes Murphy as some times NOT trying to do his best. Ha so true! so much goodness in that interview. And his comments about Raven/ Murphy!!! I loved the vial of poison quote too.
I need to finish my 12 Monkeys rewatch. But where the fuck did I leave off? Gah. Did I make it all the way through S2? Now I don’t know… Great point about the survivors! Everyone on TWD is basically like worst person ever???
Ha yeah I’ll stick w/ the movies. 🙂
I am tempted, for sure. It would be interesting to see how people would react (and how many “bugger off” responses I’d get… 🙂
You should definitely be recognized in some fashion. Do they KNOW how often you watch the show?? You know, we should do a Twitter chat for The 100 when the season starts up. I bet if we got the word out people would show up. Well it might be kinda sparse at first, but once we spammed Twitterverse with our 100-ish musings maybe we’d get some attendance? How fun would that be? But if they had some kind of fansite or fan blog thing I’d have to nominate you. Just saying. You could thank me as you were winging off to Unity Days (and the rest of us would all be jealous).
Oh by the way I saw this. Doesn’t it kinda look like Octavia??? https://www.pinterest.com/pin/471611392220733704/
Ughhh the electoral college, I can’t with that nonsense. Some stuff is so antiquated, but god forbid we just get rid of it. You are right, most dreams ARE really random and weird. I was low key sad when I woke up because Bill and I weren’t actually buds!
HA that is probably the best plan to rid ourselves of them- reverse psychology! Just set it up like we definitely didn’t *try* to push them to leave and then they’ll just… go. And we can put up a feeble fight. “No really, stay.” Fire a few shots into the air somewhere, and then… all just go home and build that wall for real, to keep out the assholes. Oh the “no collusion” bullshit, come ON. It’s like someone… slapping you and then trying to tell you “nope, didn’t happen” and you’re like… but I have actual eyes, so….? This country is exhausting.
Would we solve the selfie problem? Or would the death selfie become a thing? OMG can you imagine the posts, if the internet still somehow worked!? Some dumb dude like “last Tweet guys, walker bit my leg!” and he takes a bunch of pictures of the zombie and shit? Imagine how creepy they’d be flopping down the street though? Because if they don’t need to breathe, I guess they can just… throw themselves at people. I mean, sure, it won’t kill you, but goldfish flinging itself at you is still… not a great day.
I hope you saved the extra cute stuff somewhere, even if not online! It’s funny- I know a lot of people are so against the kids online thing but it never really bothered me? Like- people can see them out in the world, and far fewer people are looking at my dumb blog haha. But I do get it! It’s probably smart, but… eh. (That’s what I will tell my kids when someone steals their identities- “Look, Mommy knew it was smart to keep your info private, but she gave zero fucks, so sorry!” I have a feeling that won’t go over well.) Though Lena and I have been chatting about Harry Potter, I told her we should do a review, and everything I ask her she’s like “look, when is Harry going to die” (because she’s kind of a weirdo hahah) so I worry that her call for Harry’s death won’t exactly draw the blogosphere in ?
I seriously need to think about doing this. And when/if I DO, I am going to do a bunch at once- I don’t want to be bothered with such nonsense regularly, but if I have a bunch of pictures I can see if it is actually met with interest hahah.
How is Eugene still alive? Like- I know Abraham probably should NOT have kicked his ass, but why was everyone so horrified that he did? Like… of course he did? He just schlepped this moron all over America, and now the guy tells him it was all for nothing? I’d want to get a few punches in too tbh. I do enjoy how they were finally like “wait, DC is still a thing even though Eugene lied”. Only took them like, 3 months or something. (I have no real idea how time works, so let’s just pretend.) I agree, I feel really bad for Maggie. Though… didn’t she think Beth was dead, then not dead, then dead again? That sounds extra bad.
HA Rick is so useless most of the time. Like I think the only solution he’s working on right now is epic beard growth? Otherwise… useless. And yeah I feel like the Beth hospital story only was a plot catalyst to 1) Kill Beth, 2) Introduce Noah so everyone could venture to Virginia. That’s it. And they could have just… stumbled across Noah and I could have those few hours of my life back, just saying. Ooooh good, I kind of like Chenway (I seriously love that- and then after you said it, I started calling Glenn “Glonty” in my head, so there’s that) better as the low key villain. Much better role. Now I kind of want to watch JJ just for that hah.
Yeah that didn’t make sense to me either, because… WHY? I mean, did Jeryl see his dead buddy’s eyes in the bear? Did the bear… speak to him? Did Jeryl have a stroke and that was our only clue? Seriously, NO IDEA. And kind of a bummer that the kid died- I feel like he had a shitty life and then he died, perhaps he could have had a LITTLE better time of stuff?
Trailer is supposed to be tomorrow! I mean, I’ll believe it when I see it obviously, but still. It was a really great interview, I agree! I loved the whole bit about Richard being shocked that Jason wanted to redeem Murphy. Because seriously, that was such a damn feat! And the fact that Richard was able to pull it off… impressive. They just posted another one- I haven’t read it in full yet but it seems interesting so far! https://www.hypable.com/the-100-season-5-walker-stalker-panel-eliza-taylor/
You should really rewatch The 100 before 12 Monkeys, since it is back first. And also, I really want to start it! Though I guess we don’t need a ton of time for it, it’s only 13 episodes hah. I feel like you didn’t make it all the way through S2 of 12 Monkeys though- maybe like, midway? Also, I haven’t watched Riverdale yet, have you? It’ll be time for the next one before I get around to the last, oops.
I SHOULD. I mean… I am not as fancy as the girl from Hypable of course. Maybe they only want fancy people haha. OOOH a Twitter chat would be fun! The fans are definitely rabid, so I can imagine they’d join anything they saw with the hashtag hah. AW that is nice! I think I would be great at covering Unity Days, as long as what they were looking for is someone drunkenly fangirling at the cast? Nah I think I could be normal. They’re just people! (And also, I am drunk in this scenario, right?)
Ohh that basically looks exactly like Octavia! Is it her? If not, the resemblance is eerie!
Right? And you know we can never get rid of it (the electoral college I mean) because like 2/3 of the states have to agree? And of course our friendly red states are basically getting THEIR president on the regular from the thing, so THAT’s really happening. Talk about archaic. We’re always lecturing countries about human rights and stuff but we let the EC short circuit our own vote. Silly America.
YES! Instead of a wall for Mexico can we just wall off South Alamasippi? That one we WOULD pay for lol… “exhausting”. Isn’t it?? When I read the news it seems like a third world dump.
I was looking at a travel blog today and reading about sweet Europe. Places like Wales and different European countries where people are laid back and not, you know, packing guns for their “protection”. It was so nice reading about different nationalities and cultures, things to see, then… back to reality.
Goldfish storm. Right? Don’t even seek shelter in a pet store- imagine all the various kinds of death to be found there. And death selfies- that kinda has a ring to it, doesn’t it? I mean if you get bit anyway, may as well snap a pic? Or people would probably have contests to see how many zombs they could take out. Instead of bookstagram we could have zombagram.
I didn’t save the posts, sadly, but I thought maybe with Wayback Machine maybe I could find em? I’ve never used that thing but they say you can retrieve stuff with it? IDK, I read a YA book last year where the protag used it to find all kinds of stuff, and I was like- is that for real? I mean they say nothing is ever “gone” on the internet. And no you’re right though- it probably is silly. Facebook is probably more a threat than a book blog – I mean everyone’s on FB right? And can probably find anything. Oh and I LOVE that! When is Harry going to die. Because clearly she has a realistic view of the forces arrayed against him. Realism is good. 🙂
Oh I hope you do. That would be fun times. 🙂
Yeah Maggie… goes through a lot. Sheesh. And Eugene- I know. Such an ass! He’s lucky they didn’t cap him right there. I mean this whole trek north- frankly I liked them better in Georgia. the series was better down there? Although I don’t think he ever would have been able to play himself off as a scientist that long…
You know, you could… watch Jessica Jones 2 without missing much? Like all you really need t know they tell you straight up, or I could. Short version: she’s a superpowered PI who likes to drink. There you’re up to speed. Wait- she had a enemy named Kilgrave who used to control her and she had to fight him in S1. There now you’re REALLY up to speed. Seriously you could watch S2 for the Chenway goodness and then go back to S1 at your leisure, you know? Just saying… and I think S2 is better, although Tennant IS pretty good as Kilgrave. In a creepy way.
Glonty… nice.
Ooh tomorrow? Hoping… this is shaping up to be a good week if it happens, between that and Obsidio. Which I need to read like yesterday. I don’t remember- did you do Illuminae? Okay I have thoughts on that article. Bellamy is Murphy’s ONLY friend at the start of S5? That doesn’t bode well for how he got along with the rest of Spacekru for the last 6 years? Hmm. And interesting that Taylor said Murphy! Oh and a “crazy” arc for Abby? No humor. You know I kinda like that- they play is straight and don’t make it an action- comedy, I think that’s one of the draws for me. It’s always high stakes. And what’s up with Abby and Murphy?? Would love to see more of them interacting.
Clarke and Murphy- yes please! That article is actually kind of amazing. and full of teasers. Dang.
Agreed, I may start the 100 again soon? Are you gonna rewatch S4 or did you already? Also I have not seen Riverdale. Maybe tonight or tomorrow. I need to watch that and a few more Walking dead’s and I’ll be caught up on those.
The cast seems like they’d be really cool to interact with, and down to earth for the most part. If they ever had any damn events on this side of the country you could go and vlog a segment? 🙂 I’d probably be drunk too at something like that, I’d be like Haymitch stumbling around. But you’d have to drink to celebrate being there? I’m sure they’d understand.
I don’t know who that is but I immediately thought of O when I saw it. And this too… it may not look like her as much, but still has that vibe. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/309833649347293032/
It really is the dumbest thing. The only way it’ll ever happen is if BOTH sides start seeing the backlash. Otherwise… yeah, why would they abolish it, if it’s giving them what they want all the time? It doesn’t make sense- it’s funny, the country went through sooooo many changes in the beginning, but now seems so resistant- like “well that’s how our country was created!” only… that isn’t even true, things changed so much, to the point that there was a Civil War before the Centennial so…??
And yeah, I am absolutely down for sending all the tax dollars to fund this wall. It wouldn’t even have to be very secure, I don’t think they’d be trying too hard to get back in (well, at first- when they all start killing each other… then maybe). I agree, it sounds more and more like the problems you’d read about in some other country you know? Oh “Blah Blah Country can’t get their shit together” 10 years ago is suddenly…. “Wow look at how messy America is” every day now.
Europe has become the American adult version of Disney World. Like, we look at it longingly. They send brochures and we salivate. Europe needs to watch its back, if Americans come to “vacation”, they may never leave.
Zombagram would be a thing. And that is why we as a species deserve to die in the zombie apocalypse. Instead of hacking off limbs, they’d be doing some kind of live video about it.
Oooh yeah, I used something like that to find screenshots of my first blog designs when I was doing a blogoversary post once, that could work! Sad that you didn’t save them though! And it isn’t silly- I mean, you have to do what YOU feel comfortable with! (Plus, again, you won’t have to tell them why someone on Catfish stole their pictures from your blog or something ?) I mean, yeah other social media is a concern- especially Facebook, ugh, I hope it has run its course by the time my kids are of age. I hate Facebook SO much. And yeah, Lena is realistic, but also SUPER morbid. She’s always asking questions about dead people and stuff hah. And she REALLY wants Harry dead, which won’t endear her to the fans haha!
Seriously, Eugene, just be glad you’re alive. In fairness, I think Eugene wasn’t even mad at Abraham? Just… everyone else was? The trek north is STUPID. Now they are in some other “gated community” with some old Congresswoman? I’m bored. Because I worry that this is going to just be a repeat of Woodbury and I was bored by THAT too. I am basically living for the little throwback moments, like where Glonty got wistful about Dale and shit. Otherwise… mehhhh. I am almost done with S5 though!
Oh wow, they didn’t need all those episodes of JJ1, did they? Hhaha. Kind of sad when your entire season plot can be summed up in less than a paragraph! I really will probably watch it- after I finish with TWD because I’ll be… bingeless.
SO now you know there is a trailer! I am going to watch it again now. OKAY rewatched. I wish I was more excited for it, but… I’m working on it. (Oh I started Obsidio last night too, hope it’s good!) So. Jason has said that he has specifically been deceptive in the editing. So some of the things we could *think* it means…. may not be true. But some are pretty clear. Like that Spacekru and Eligius DO meet in space. LOVE Murphy’s “What the hell, let’s be good guys” (clearly I need to get my GIF-making started). And whatever the hell is happening in the bunker…. yikes. I feel like the random patch of earth is definitely my 4% which… thank goodness. So many questions, but I think that is probably the mark of a good trailer, leaving us with more questions than answers. And luckily not TOO long to wait.
I am definitely going to rewatch S4! I have been waiting for you to be ready! I haven’t seen Riverdale- or this week’s. I know I should, but I just don’t care basically. Like I guess eventually I will. Probably when I have nothing left to binge. Because I don’t even much care if I get spoiled.
The cast does seem amazing- and they are apparently suuuuuuper nice to fans. And go out with fans, too! There is a thing in Boston this weekend, but alas. They definitely understand drinking, too- I have seen videos on Instagram and such from when they’re out at these events, and yep, they deeeeefinitely understand.
The picture does have that vibe! Just the general look and badassary, I suppose.
Good point. Yeah our history was pretty tumultuous, but nowadays we act like nothing can change. I mean the 2nd Amendment is a good example. Clearly outdated in the age of the assault rifle, yet we continue to let people have weapons that are mowing down kids. Who is that dumb???
Yeah they could RAISE my taxes for THAT wall. lol
Yup, I used to think I’d like to visit Europe some day, you know whatever, now I’m like can I move there please???
I think you’d have like packs of people where one is the picture taker while evryone else kills zombs? So obviously the picture taker had best watch where they step and be careful, and the killers need to protect their camera guy. Kinda like MMO games where everyone has a role. And the camera person is a VIP because if they take good shots then you get more points on zombagram. Gives people something to live for in the post apoc?
I should try it. I seriously thought Wayback Machine wasn’t for real, I mean how could they have found ALL that stuff (but they may have exaggerated for the book) but yeah… I still have the pics of course but the posts…I am kinda bummed I deleted the guest posts. they were fun. Course back then I was still trying to figure out what I wanted the blog to be- I mean I knew the focus was books, but when I first stared I had a few different iterations in mind. I had a brief comic blog that I toyed with doing more of, I was gonna do stuff other than books, cover more nonfiction- most of that went away and I settled into what I do now, which I like. And facebook *nods* I am not a fan. I mean if I wanted to keep in touch with high school people I would have, right? lol although there were a few people it was nice to reconnect with. We would do music trivia every day and that was fun. 🙂 But other than that pssshh. And that’s funny! Not a fan of Harry huh? 🙂 Does she like Hermione? From what I’ve seen on the internet Hermione sounds more interesting anyway!
Yup you’re in the doldrums. Sad… the best days are behind you lol with that show. I mean there are sparks here and there, but this is kind of when I got the sense that Rick was really kind of a weak leader, and things start to decompress and get really slooooow like there’s so much TALKING and no doing, and it seems like a season only covers a few days or weeks… it’s ugh.
I’m finishing up JJ2 tonight. Good stuff. Not perfect but enjoyable. Not as dark as 1. And yeah 1 may have been a BIT too long. And angsty. But whatevs… I think you’ll like?
I started Obsidio too! I’m only about 10% in. Okay- trailer time!!! All I can say is wow. More wow. Did the oceans dry up? That early shot with a boat way out there- that’s the ocean? Loved the shot of the valley too. Ooh why did the death wave JUMP the valley? That’s interesting how she worded that? Becca needs to ‘splain what she did lol.
Did you notice too at the 1:10 mark or thereabouts- you can SEE the only patch of green from orbit? Wow. And looks like Clarke takes a shot at the Gagarin? Either that or they saw her and opened fire. Yikes run Clarke!!!! Octavia is kicking ass- damn. At 2:17 she looks BADASS. That must be when they come out of the bunker. Octavia vs the Gagarin people- I’m here for it. Oh my gosh Echo is ON the ship and they have a shit ton of people in stasis? Who is the asshole looking guy on the Gagarin crew? Wasn’t he the prick from Continuum, the guy who wanted to open the gate? Brad’s group?
Echo, Raven and Bellamy fighting… on the ship? Yes pls. Abby talking about doing what they had to do. She’s gonna badass this season! And Clarke saying there are no good guys. Oh man… this trailer is sweet nirvana.
Yup good call on the 4%!
Okay let me know when you wanna start S4. This week? Time to get this party started. Riverdale- same. I might watch one tonight, but it’s already too frickin late. Not enough time…
I think a 100 fan con would be the BEST? Hopefully we get a chance t go to one someday…
I think that pic is certainly appropriate given the trailer! O and Indra look like they’re going to kick major ass. Were they fighting in the Gagarin arena thing (I’m assuming that’s what that is?)
I’m calling it- best season ever?
Oh a Handmaid’s Tale development (although it doesn’t say lot). http://www.syfy.com/syfywire/the-handmaids-tale-first-look-at-alexis-bledels-emily-in-the-colony
YEP it’s like… they’re using the past as a reason to keep everything the same except… the people in the PAST didn’t keep things the same! Idiots. At least if you want to give us stupid reasons that kids dying in gunfire on the regular is totally fine, at least use real facts (oh they can’t because there IS NO REASON).
Ha, right?Hell, they could raise my taxes to pay movers to take all the new residents TO South Alamasippi. I’ll help them pack! It’s crazy because it used to be that I was genuinely grateful to live in America, you know? Most of us probably were! I would think that I was so fortunate, because of the freedoms and opportunities. Now I’m like “shit, why couldn’t my parents have settled in Finland?” because… yeah.
Ohhh I can see this happening! The fighters and the camera people! ACTUALLY- it’s like in Mockingjay with Cressida and company- Katniss and Gale and Boggs fight, and Cressida directs the video. Kind of sad that all we’ll have to live for is likes on Zombagram- especially since all our followers will just keep dying.
You should try it! I mean, worst that happens is that it doesn’t work, right? Ah yes, back in the days of trying to figure out what the hell do to with one’s blog (though in fairness I think I might be feeling like that right now?) I tried to do different stuff too- I had like, a personal/kid/family blog that I eventually took down because… well, you know. (Though it might be funny now- snarky, no doubt.) And then I tried a travel one but it was a pain in the ass to update and format on Blogger. And then I did this. And here we are. I liked Facebook when it first started, actually. Because people DID seem to genuinely want to reconnect with old friends? And it was nice to see what high school teammates and such were up to. But then… eh. It became so DRAMA. Especially when everyone was allowed to have one. And now… it’s all either one-upping or political fights and nope, no thanks. I even hate my shady one that I have so I can maintain my blog’s page (which I don’t even do anyway, I have a plug-in that does it for me now, but I still have to… exist, which means people still think I want to be bothered. I do not.) Oh yes she LOVES Hermione! And I am with her actually- Harry has the least personality of all of them! Should have had Hermione be the MC.
Yeah I am officially in the doldrums of TWD, I concur. I mean- they spent an entire episode watching Glonty, Noah, Tara, and those two asshole Townies fighting zombies. Like I don’t care? And then they kill off Noah (I am seriously starting to think this show is racist!) and then the stupid “Priest” decides to lie and turn on Rick and Company? (Also, I had this thought that they need a team name, so to speak. I mean, what do we call them, collectively? Rick’s Rangers? The Walking Alive? I have no idea. Anyway, it’s clear that the Townies are going to turn on them because of course they are and my eyes are rolling so hard. The only good part of the whole thing is Carol pretending to be Susie Homemaker and threatening the hell out of (and then kind of befriending) that kid. OH and Rick trying to get with that blonde lady? Whose husband beats her? That is going to end well too. I see what you mean about Rick.
Oh yay, I am glad it was good! I will definitely try it then, especially when I am stuck in a bingeless rut. Same, I am about 25% done with Obsido. I am having trouble concentrating I think. But it IS fun to look for “dead” people that I know!
OKAY the trailer. I have watched it a few more times, so let’s dissect it! So, yeah, it looks like you’re right about the ocean (and that it was a boat!) or at least SOME kind of water source- suppose it could even be a river or lake or something, but yeah probably the ocean. But HOW the oceans dried up (at least to an extent) I have questions about!
Holy shit, I did NOT see that, you are right, you really CAN see that spot from space! I hope they find an explanation about the 4%- because she’s right, it did look like it jumped right over it, and I assume there’s a reason, maybe just because it is a valley? But I need the official Becca Pramheda Explanation® to be sure. As for Clarke taking the shot, I don’t think we can be sure that she did? Especially based on the fact that it was edited to make us make assumptions. I liked that O had a moment with Jaha, too! I agree, she looks SO badass in that scene- like in the bunker she looks defeated for part of it, but back on the ground? Damn.
What is that shock collar thing on Clarke!? And what is in that dude’s stomach!? Also, yeah, looks like the Gagarin is how Spacekru comes back, doesn’t it? Though I wonder if they’re prisoners? Raven is in chains at one point, who can tell? The Kabby role reversal is crazy too! Kane fighting, even though he looks like he doesn’t want to (LOVE the hair choice, too- I don’t know why, maybe because it reminds me of Roan ha.) OH and the asshole looking guy (if he is the one I am thinking of too) is Paxton “Graveyard” McCreary. He’s played by William Miller, and I searched and it doesn’t seem like he was in Continuum?
Did you notice how BLOODY the bunker walls were!? Like…. EVERYWHERE, holy hell, what is happening down there!? I love how Clarke shoots someone after saying there are no good guys, too. I though the Marper hug looked…. awkward. Like they had definitely broken up. The Mackson hug though, THAT I am here for. The Octavia/Madi thing… wow. Just SO. MUCH. I mean, I don’t want to wait til April! At least we have the WonderCon trailer coming up, yay!
ALSO so much news. First, Gaia’s going to be on Sabrina! http://deadline.com/2018/03/tati-gabrielle-prudence-netflix-sabrina-series-1202338647/ ALSO, Travelers got a 3rd season! https://twitter.com/EricMcCormack/status/974412031741739008/photo/1 TWD and Fear are going to be in theaters on the premiere night, which is kind of insane- http://ew.com/tv/2018/03/15/walking-dead-fear-fathom-finale-premiere/ And I was about to share the Handmaid’s thing but you beat me to it 😀
I can start S4 whenever! But we have a choice to make. Because we can start NOW, or we can start closer to the premiere. I shall leave it up to you! This spring is going to be SO hectic! And seriously with Riverdale. Every time I turn on the TV I am like “oh, I should really watch it” and every time… I don’t.
UGH I hope so, I would loooove to go to one of those fan things. It sucks though because it’s so finite, you know? We’re going to run out of time pretty soon. And apparently they don’t love coming to the US, so.
The first place they were fighting was the bunker! It was the same room where Kane and Jaha had to gas everyone. But then there was also definitely fighting on what appeared to be the Gagarin, too. So who knows! It seriously does look like an amazing season. I am scared too though… people are going to die. No question.
And I LOVE that we are going to see The Colonies in Handmaid’s! Because the book gives us ZERO closure/information about them and it pissed me off because I have questions! And it’s nice to see Rory (I keep forgetting her non-Ofglen name) alive! I figured she would be, but it’s nice to have confirmation!
You know I’ve been seeing the school walkout stuff this week, and on Twitter I saw where a school in Alabama was not supportive. Shocking that that happened in Alabama! And I heard about something in Texas too where the students were threatened with suspension if they walked out? I’m so glad I don’t live in backwards fuck part of America (not that Michigan is perfect or anything, because no) but FFS… oh and I saw THIS today. Gotta love this. Nice to know they’re busy doing the peoples business! https://www.politico.com/story/2018/03/15/house-intelligence-republicans-russia-probe-465805 You know instead they’re worrying about the “rollout” of their lies.
Same. I was so proud to be American, I bought all that crap about America being exceptional and all that. Thought I was so fortunate to be here. I mean America has still done great things, don’t get me wrong, but yeah… Finland huh? Looking pretty good…
Yeah we’ll know it’s a bad day in the apocalypse when follower totals plummet. Oops looks like such and such settlement got overrun. But yes Cressida absolutely. Or like Vault of dreamers where they’re televised- maybe the crews have livecams on em and particularly brave or lucky crews get a spike in followers when they do something awesome. Why is no one writing this story? I can see the tagline now- The Walking Dead meets Mockingjay and everyone rolls their eyes. Until they read it and are like- fuck yeah!
I might. I have to go see how Wayback Machine actually works. Ah yes the how-do-I-want-to-blog times. I remember changing my mind so many times! A travel blog actually sounds like a lot of fun, excerpt you have to, um, travel to do it, and how often do I go somewhere interesting lol? And then I see these blogs where someone in Europe travels all over the continent and they’re like in college or mid twenties, and I’m like… I never did that. Course if you’re IN Europe it’s easier to go to Greece or Italy or wherever if you’re already close, obvs, But how cool would that be? You know Indiana or wherever just doesn’t have that same draw…
Facebook yeah I’ll admit I was a little enthusiastic too at first. And some of us had fun with the whole music spamming thing… funny now that I look back. The time I spend blogging now, and back then I would log onto Facebook and do…whatever. Play those silly games where you gotta send people shit and they send you stuff and in 24 hours you have some crops or something… lol good times. Sorta. I’ll take blogging. 🙂
I remember that episode!!! Let’s spend the whole episode getting supplies!! and killing off the black person for funsies. Exactly. And Father Gabriel- ugh. Useless. Carol as Susie Homemaker- love it. Makes a mean batch of cookies I bet. Yeah she fucked with that kid pretty good. And Rick… *sigh*
I read some more Obsidio today. I’m liking it but the fact that we now have THREE couples all integral to the plot seems… contrived? And I feel like I’m watching Aliens with the whole this-is-what-it’s-like-to-be-an-assault-trooper thing. I mean it’s done well, but clearly we had that in Gemina. And I know I’m probably in the minority but AIDAN doesn’t really work for me? I like my AI stories obviously but for some reason AIDAN irritates me. IDK…
I’m a little concerned that everything other than Eden (including oceans) is gone, because it limits what they can do going forward? I’m sure Jason has a plan for that, but… still. I mean where can they go?? And just in terms of realism, what happens to an Earth with NO oceans? Again assuming they’re gone, which I could be wrong about. Although to be fair Europe is easier to reach now, just a long walk. Oh yeah Europe’s gone. Dammit! But anyway… good point about the editing. I hadn’t thought of that, that might not be how it goes down at all. And yes an O/ Jaha moment could be EPIC. Especially if she has to put him down.
I didn’t see the shock collar. Must watch again. And yes there’s something moving in his stomach- that’s fairly disturbing. Space is so dangerous. Yes to Spacekru coming down with Gagarinkru- because if/ when Clarke sees Spacekru come out of the ship, what a moment that will be! Kane *nods* is rocking the long hair? Here for it. And for some reason I was thinking that asshole guy looked like the jerk from Continuum, but I guess not…
The walls were bloody AF! What’s going on down there, mole people? Gotta be a revolt or something. Octavia clearly looks like she is taking Indra’s life lessons to heart, and playing hardball with dissenters! I think her and Indra will be worthy opponents for the obviously ruthless Gagarinkru. Or should I call em prisonkru? Not sure which I like better. Mackson looked serious. and yeah Clarke/ Madi- am I going to actually like those two and their dynamic? It is looking possible.
Another con trailer? Sweet!!!
Okay yeah so that’s Gaia?? Nice! I love that she’s on Sabrina. Which I’m WAY here for, just sayin. I hope they don’t fuck it up like they currently are Riverdale. And Travelers!!!!!! Woot *pops champagne* can’t wait for that bad boy.
Hmm choices… let’s say, next week? Maybe on Monday? I want to try (and will probably fail) to get through the rest of TWD up to the current point, and maybe Riverdale too (I’m two behind now?). How does that sound? And yes April is gonna be crazy. I love that FEAR though is starting right after the TWD finale. Double shot goodness.
It does look amazing. and like there will be lots of fighting! Octavia is clearly not going anywhere but forward as a badass. Who do you think the army is they were talking about crossing the 150 miles of desert or whatever it was? Is that the bunkerkru people or Gagarinkru’s people or ?? I wasn’t clear on that… and I’m kind of looking forward to/ dreading the deaths at the same time. I want it to be so epic but yeah there’s gonna be sadness too…
Rory!!! And the colonies- yup. Shit that’s coming back in April too right? Now that April is next month lol it all seems so close!
Ugh yes, I have been seeing the school stuff. Apparently a school not too far from here gave out 200 Saturday detentions (so I guess it will be The Breakfast Club on crack?) and I just saw that another one gave students two-day suspensions. The hell? Yeah let’s teach kids to sit back, keep their mouths shut, and just accept whatever bullshit gets thrown at them. Awesome leadership. Speaking of, that’s lovely about the Republicans. So they basically lied, and are now sitting around… worrying about the fact that they lied? Sounds legit.
Yeah exactly, it seemed like a good place to be! Like even in times that were more of a struggle, or even when shit went down that I didn’t agree with, I still felt fortunate to be here. So yeah, they did a nice job of destroying THAT in a span of a year. I read that Finland has the highest percentage of happy people, so that seems like the place to go!
Oh my, that would be so sad. “Aw crap, no posts from Susie’s Group?” ::unfollows:: So messed up, and yet…. kind of plausible. Oooooh I like throwing in the ratings from Vault of Dreamers in the mix! Because it would make SENSE why people tried to like, compete against each other! I agree, this could sell. Love the comp titles too ?
I’ll keep my fingers crossed that the Wayback Machine works! I feel like I used some other site but now I cannot remember the name and I didn’t save it to my bookmarks apparently. That was kind of the thing about a travel blog- how often would it even get updated?! Plus it really was a pain in the ass. I knew a few people who did semesters abroad and the sounded amazing. Because once you’re in Europe, like you said, it’s so easy to just jaunt off to wherever. That is definitely a regret- should have done one of those!
Oh NO you were one of the Facebook game people?! ? I started blocking people when they spammed me with requests for lives too many times hahah. Seriously though, it was a time suck for sure- and then it ended up not seeming very healthy? I’d feel so BAD when people would post these pictures and such where it looked like they had allll their shit together and everyone was happy, blah blah blah. In hindsight, Idk if they actually *were* or if they just posted that shit to make themselves feel better? Either way I am happier without it, though it WAS fun for a time! And I agree- blogging is definitely a better outlet!
Oy, so the finale of S5 AND the premiere of S6 are both DOUBLE EPISODES. And let’s be real, they didn’t even need to be full regular episodes! Now they’re doing some nonsense black-and-white flashback and I am trying to find characters I am NOT sick of? Like even Daryl is bugging me. I decided that I only like Tara because she’s been unconscious, and Carol and Michonne because they’re not being dumb. Everyone else… I am so bored. And Morgan is now back. Which is boring. I feel like the writers simply ran out of ideas, and instead of working harder to come up with new stuff were just like “eh, we’ll drag this story out until we can think of something better”. Which apparently never happened.
I agree about Obsidio’s couples seeming a bit contrived! Like what are the chances in real life? Also, you HAVE to let me know when you get to a certain part- you will know the part- and tell me what you thought. Because I was like “okay I feel nothing because been there, seen it done better”. I feel like AIDAN is the Jaha of this story. So it makes sense that you don’t love him. (Incidentally, I still think Jaha was in love with Abby, so it works on that level too.)
I figure that eventually, things will recover more? Especially when they actually get Eden up and running- I mean, people DID live in the Dead Zone before, right? I assume that the oceans aren’t totally gone, just… receded? Because yeah, that wouldn’t actually work/be plausible. ALSO I wonder if the rest of the 4% could come into play– I mean, Europe could have one, they could just take a rover ride to London now or whatever hah. I think it also depends on how big Eden really is, and what they’re fighting for, etc. Hopefully they don’t drop the ball! And I DO hope they screw with us a lot in regards to the editing- seems more fun 😀
I read somewhere about how people think that Raven and Murphy are actually on Gagarin longer than everyone else, so that is a fun theory! I didn’t notice it, but I guess it looked like it at certain points? Anyway, I am very curious. Like WHAT is in his stomach? At first I thought someone was pregnant until I saw that it was a dude ? Yeah I think Spacekru in the Gagarin would really mess with Clarke’s head! I’d love to see her try to figure out THAT debacle. The guy DID look like the Continuum jerk- I was kind of surprised to see that he wasn’t, but maybe they just made him look that certain asshole-y way?
Right!? I mean- why are they having Gladiator fights anyway, first of all, and second, what the hell are they DOING? Clearly some clans are refusing to be Wonkru, as we can see in O’s little talk- but that also looks more like a flashback since her hair is still long. I think I like Prisonkru better, rolls off the tongue. Creepily, my spellcheck also likes it so I guess we have a winner. Speaking of Mackson… https://www.hypable.com/the-100-season-5-sachin-sahel-jackson-mackson/ And YES I have seen so many people say they love the Clarke/Madi thing. I am still on the fence? But I DO like that she considers them family- why can’t it just be generic family instead of this “mother” role? She’s not her mom!
YEP and of course Jason tweeted immediately that we are not to read anything into Tati’s casting, so of course everyone immediately decided that Gaia is dead ? I think her role on The 100 is small enough that she can do both tbh. Or maybe she’s dead, what do I know? YEP apparently they’ll start filming soon for Travelers 3! I am so glad- if it ended on THAT ending, I’d have raged.
Okay, Monday sounds good! And then we can talk about it! I actually haven’t seen S4 since probably early fall, so this is exciting! I am two behind on Riverdale too. I don’t feel great tonight so I might just put them on now instead of doing anything productive. (This is bad- last night I decided to make GIFs instead of being productive so now…. well I think my blog died?) And OHHH you are almost caught up on TWD! That is exciting. Or not if it still sucks, but exciting for the finale/Fear premiere at least!
I LOVE badass Octavia, but I *did* roll my eyes a little at the Lexa “love is weakness” throwback. Like come on, I thought we were passed that? Especially since she straight up formed Wonkru BECAUSE of love? So dumb. I *think* it’s Bunkerkru making the 150 mile trek. Because if Eden is in Shallow Valley like we think, it’s definitely a haul from Polis- and there’s nothing but wasteland so… yep, that is my assumption. Whereas Clarke was already there, and Gagarin landed there. GAH same about the deaths and such- like it’s exciting but gutting.
Yeah, April for Handmaid’s too! It is seriously SO insane that it’s almost here- it seemed so far for so long and now… how did the time go so quickly!?! Not that I mind!
Oh my gosh really? 200??? If it was my kid I’d be like fuck that, they can skip it and if the school didn’t like it they can fuck themselves too. Wow there really is a lot of disparity on how schools are handling this. Sad really. Or maybe the kids should make the detention session a rally! Ha ha nice too if parents showed up in solidarity.
All those countries seem to have it going on, I keep hearing about the Danish/ Scandinavian way of life and hygge and all that. Yeah cold and snow in Finland, but shit I have that here in Michigan! Maybe it’s like Michigan without all the bullshit. But yeah I could work with Finland, absolutely. I even read a book about a woman from there who came to the States to live and her thoughts on it. Interesting stuff!
Right? Whole packs of people just stop posting, and we know they’re toast. Speaking of Vault of dreamers, did it ever strike you as odd that there was camera people all over Forge filming the students- like when she’d wave to whats-his-name up in the tower, I was like sorry that’s fucking creepy. You know? I mean I know that’s the deal they sign up for, but still. Anyway yeah once you get yourself a compound like Alexandria on TWD and you have a wall and nice gardens and stuff, you get bored right? Need a challenge, a shot of adrenaline. Zombiecamming is the perfect way to stay sharp with your walker killing skills. And the competitive aspect- even better!
Thanks! It would be kinda sweet to find those old posts. I try not to delete too much on the blog but sometimes an old review or whatever is so embarrassing I just sorta hit that button lol… but I coulda just changed em back to drafts too I guess. *Sigh* I think the travel blogs, at least the ones I’ve seen, work really well if you’re young and can travel a lot with minimum fuss, and it really seems to work well with Europeans because yeah the countries are all so relatively close. Like they’re all I just went to PAris for the weekend, and look at my snaps! And they have all this nice photography. Here (for me anyway) I’ve got Chicago close by, and then… anything really interesting is a much farther trip. Oh well…
I didn’t spam with Farmville very much (is that what it was called) I HATED that shit- some of my music trivia buds would send me requests EVERY day even though I never replied to them- I mean fucking hint hint!- but there WERE some games I did play where you could request help and more lives and stuff. I did send requests for those but only to people who were also playing regularly. I didn’t want to be THAT person lol. It was horrible though, you”d have a ton of notifications and 98% of them were… send me some apples. Can you help me with my herb garden? FUCK OFF! Ha And oh my gosh right, the “perfect” updates? Look at us, we’re on a cruise or a winery and oooh we’re so happy our lives are sunshine and rainbows. Yeah whatever *vomit* Such crap. Oh and check-ins! I’m sorry but I don’t CARE that so-and-so is at Big Boy or Tony Roma’s pizza palace or whatever the fuck. Geez enough people. Fuck I don’t miss that shit :):):)
Yup I remember those days! So many filler episodes. Daryl and Carol hardly get to do anything half the time and Michonne is okay but I don’t love her. Morgan is so much worse now as you’ll see. Wait til you get to the episode where it’s JUST him in a flashback showing where he’s been. Argh fucking shoot me now when that shit came on. I hated it.
So… I finished Obsidio. And… yeah I think I know what you mean. Are we talking Kaidan? Because our boy AIDAN clearly wants to be flesh and blood so he can you know love on Kady FFS. I mean granted it’s been a while since I read Illuminae but they haven’t known each other THAT long, and I’m just not feeling his love for her? AS being realistic? IDK. I did like AIDAN more though as it wore on, something that didn’t happen in
Illuminae, so there’s that. Have you finished it? Because I really want to talk about that ending, but I don’t want to spoil you. So yeah… we’ll talk. 🙂
AIDAN=Jaha? Yeah I see that. Oh did you get to the part where the patrol shoots the girl in the street? I don’t think that’s a huge spoiler or anything, but I thought that was Katya? Did I miss something??
Probably. And good point about Dead Zone. True, Garza was living in a pretty bleak area. So do you think there are other inhabitable areas making up the 4%? I kinda got the impression maybe it was jsut Eden, but then I realized Eden doesn’t look big enough to be ALL the 4% right? Although in that shot from space it is pretty clearly visible, so ??? I wonder if they’ll explicitly state how big Eden is, like you know square miles or something we can estimate with. No doubt someone on Reddit or wherever will have theories/ actual dimensions!
I’d be down for Maven spending some time with prisonkru. Murphy is good at making friends after all O.o It could be fun! And where are they going with the stomach thing? Are we gonna get some alien lifeform/ space horror kinda angle going? Like are they putting something in people? Yeesh.
I like prisonkru too. And great article- thanks for sharing! That quote where eh says you THINK you know the characters, but not anymore… I mean, I get that people are gonna change but hopefully not so much as to seem like NEW characters! Hopefully he’s exaggerating slightly there… although he has a good point about giving them a breather, in the sense that so much happened to them in a short time, and now they sort of ARE different people, just like everyone is different than they were six years ago.
Wait… they have merchandise????
Clarke/ Madi I was against from the get-go, but the trailer moved me just a little bit. A little 🙂 So I’ll wait and see. As long as it doesn’t serve to separate her more from her old friends, which in some ways is exactly what I think it’s going to do. If Bellamy comes down all Becho and Clarke sees him as not available, maybe she just doubles down as her and Madi against the world, and there we have the manufactured angst again! Not really here for THAT.
I feel like Gaia has potential to be something interesting on the show, we’ve talked about this before, but with everything going on in the new season I won’t be heartbroken if she leaves. I mean it would suck, but… whatever. I mean there are other things I’m more interested in. But yes Travelers- I’m excited for that.
Monday it is! I haven’t watched 4 since it AIRED! Can you believe it? It’s definitely time! And yes we can discuss episode by episode. Fun! Aww hope you feel better… I need to catch up on Riverdale this weekend. Now that Jessica Jones 2 is done and I finished Obsidio, I need to settle in with some good watching ha ha. And TWD does kinda suck, but they’re at war too with a rival group so it’s supposed to be exciting, they’re just not doing a very good job of it! But yeah I’ll be ready for the finale. Oh and GIF making seems productive to me? A good GIF is an awesome thing, like a little precious piece of our favorite shows (ha ha!) so you are doing well by giving us such gifts 🙂 See what I did there?
I guess I missed that, but yeah… you’re right. After the conclave she was all love and acceptance and now she’s like Genghis Khan or something? they may be going overboard there. And oh that makes sense- yeah Bunkerkru. Okay.
Let’s see April has The 100, FEAR and who even knows what else I’m missing besides Handmaid’s. May (I’m assuming) has 12 Monkeys (hopefully). I’m probably forgetting a crapton of stuff I watch, but who can keep track of it all? April is gonna be crazy though…
Oh I agree, if it were my kid, I’d be like “sweetie, you’re doing great”, buy them a special treat or some shit hah. Transfer schools, clearly. And YEP I think they should protest the detention too- and if parents joined in, then the school would almost *have* to listen, right? I just hate that schools think that this is acceptable. Apparently, a few other schools threatened kids if they were to protest, but there wasn’t any news afterward so Idk if they didn’t follow through, or if kids just didn’t protest.
“Michigan without the bullshit” should straight up be Finland’s new travel slogan ? Seriously though, it’s a nice place, and lovely in the summer! I think the climate IS about the same as our areas, so yeah, it wouldn’t be terrible. Plus, if there WAS snow, you know the Finnish government would actually, you know, clean it up. Must be a rude awakening coming to the US from Finland! Rashika actually came here from Finland, but she’s also been in a billion other places, so I am sure it was less of a culture shock for her.
So sad for all the lost, zombied colonies. Yeah, the Forge thing WAS a little shady- especially because they were high school kids? I mean, you could see it if it was adults, obviously that is how all reality shows work, but kids… sketchy. Really sketchy. Whose parents are like “yeah sure, film my teenager all the time, sounds legit!”? And honestly, YES, I think I would get bored in Alexandria! I mean… great, you’re safe, but now you’re stuck with the same 20 assholes every day for the rest of your life. I like the idea of Zombiecam competitions, actually- great way to keep human interaction during the end of days! Everyone can meet up and there will be judges, and you know, sorry if a few people die along the way, those are the risks you sign up for I guess.
Oh my goodness, you really delete old reviews?! I never have. I have been tempted a time or two but… never have. Even though some of them could definitely be “missing” and no one would be the wiser. (Though honestly, I think my current reviews might be just as shitty as my old ones, oops?) AH true, you could have reverted to draft- or even made them private I think, on Blogger? But there’s no going back I suppose, so hopefully there will be other ways to recover it. I think that’s why I don’t delete- because I know I’ll do it in a moment of haste, and then I’ll regret it. I concur, you kind of need a certain lifestyle to do a travel blog. I mean, even though I am relatively close to quite a few cities, I don’t really have the time or money (or desire, honestly) to be visiting them regularly. I also wonder how much people actually CARE about other people’s trips? Like, I’ll look at some pictures, sure, but I don’t need an in-depth analysis of ANYONE’s weekend trip, let’s be real.
Bwhaha glad you weren’t one of *those* people 😀 I think it was called Farmville? Sounds familiar. I always got requests for those, and Candy Crush, and I wanted to smack people. I mean, one or two, I can live with, but people were out of hand. And seriously, can’t people tell that you aren’t interested when they spam every day without response? Perhaps they simply do not care! And yeah, it’s totally fine to spam people who are also playing, because it helps you both, as they can spam back. But random people who post “FFS stop inviting me to your bullshit games, Susan”? Maybe back off of them hahah. (I STILL get these requests- albeit for different games- on my “secret” FB. And omg, the “parties”! Everyone is selling shit at these online parties and just… NO, stop it.) Bwhahah EXACTLY, those people that swear that everything is perfect and their children aren’t ever assholes and they have the perfect house and the perfect cars and whatever…. no one believes you and also you are annoying everyone. Especially when it’s like, every day. Overcompensating, much? At least I had the decency to just delete FB, no need to lie ? Ah yes, the check-ins, how did THEY become a thing!? So stupid. And plus… do I really want strangers to know when I am NOT at home? Seems like a bad idea all around.
It was the dumbest episode I have ever watched. Nearly 2 hours of them leading zombies away only for it to fall apart at the end? Why make me watch that? Oh, don’t tell me that Michonne becomes annoying too! Although if she ends up with Rick, I guess it makes sense, ugh… NO please no, I give zero fucks about where Morgan has been. I don’t need to go on a stroll down memory lane, I’m good.
I was thinking mostly about the Culling. Like look, Jay and Amie, you’re lovely writers, but Jason has the lockdown on culling, okay? But the Kaidan thing IS dumb because… it just is. I agree. I did finish it! I was… underwhelmed? I mean, it kind of ended too neatly, tbh. And I keep seeing everyone talking about how it broke their heart and shattered their soul and I am…. either an unfeeling bitch or we read two different books or something because I was just like…. meh. I also am not keen on the “everyone is coupled except the girl with a disability” thing- seemed messed up.
I think AIDAN is like Jaha because he makes terrible decisions in the name of “doing what is right for my people” and also, everyone hates him but is a little sad when they think he’s dead ? And YES- I thought that girl was Katya too, until they said her name and it was an Asian name? But the description sounded like her, and the age, and how many the fuck little girls are running around on this illegal colony by themselves!? I really can’t wait to hear what you thought of it all!
Yeah, no way is Eden the ONLY part- it isn’t 4%, the only reason Spacekru can see it is because the Ark is pretty well positioned over the eastern seaboard. I’d say there’s quite a few other spots- BUT the kicker is, they could all be in New Zealand or China or whatever. I hope they tell us how big Eden is! I bet they will, especially when all the different groups start fighting- Kane will want to do something rational like give equal parts or something haha.
I would love to see what happens if some of The 100 makes friends with Gagarin and some… do not. That would be a nice struggle. I don’t know WHAT that damn thing is, but… I hope they don’t get *too* far out there. It is very curious- and clearly of importance since they made sure we saw it!
Ughhh YESSS Sachin has me worried! I mean, I know they’ll be changed, but… they should still be KIND OF themselves. Sure, people change a lot in 6 years, but you’re still YOU. OH and apparently Bob and Eliza and Zach were talking Bellarke ALL day in Boston, there’s a lot on Twitter but this was the most intense- https://twitter.com/NewsBobMorley/status/975036422406230017 Bob also says that there is a scene that was so hard to film that the entire cast and crew was sobbing! I need to knowwww. And YES, there is merchandise for basically every character/ship you can think of. Fan-made, but still, it’s out there!
YES that sums up exactly how I feel about Clarke and Madi. Like if it’s a strong relationship, cool, I’m here for it. If it’s a plot device… just no. Like of course it may cause SOME tension, but that can’t be the ONLY thing- it’ll get annoying. Clarke will get annoying, really.
I actually agree about Gaia- she isn’t exactly the most important character (at least so far), and while I like her, her death could bring more of a storyline than her being alive? Depending on what they do with her of course!
GAH how have you survived all this time, and you only watched each episode once, right? Like- I think I only watched the season 3 times, but I watched SO many clips while making GIFs that I feel like I know it by heart hahah. And thanks, I do feel better! I did watch Riverdale, and I will say…. parts of it are definitely better than they had been. So it won’t suck as bad. BUT I still stand by Hiram being the worst storyline in the history of storylines- and they just keep dragging iT! Seriously, how exactly is TWD making war and zombies BORING? It’s pathetic, honestly. I feel like maybe they just have too many seasons at this point? BWHAH chuckling at the GIF/gift, so clever 😀 I only made a few so far, but… I have ideas. And I made the best ones of course.
Seriously, some BAD shit must have gone down in that bunker for her to go THAT insane. But…. I’m pretty curious to see how they do it, so I’m here for it. As long as it isn’t *too* Lexa-ripoff-y. Like- I get why she’s a little anti-love at this point, everyone she’s ever loved is dead, but still. Her brother and friends aren’t! Should be interesting.
YESSS I am so excited for ALL those things! And then it’s spring, which is an extra bonus!!
Yeah it’s so not right. Not only can kids be shot at school apparently but they’re not allowed to protest it either. America the free! But if you’re a gun nut well we can’t infinge on THAT… so ass backwards.
Finland is on my short list of countries that wouldn’t suck. Or would suck less than you know, here. I mean the climate is an issue, sure, but I already have a shit climate! Although to be fair, yes Michigan is lovely in the summer (well, I could do without the humidity) and I am rather enamored of up north, since I love it up there, so I would miss that. Clearly I need to be wealthy so I can live in Finalnd most of the year and jet back in summer for various activities in northern Michigan. Or you know, whatever. And if I remember right the author WAS shocked at some of the “American” things- especially the healthcare issues and just some of the things that they tale for granted in Finland. Oh Rashika is from Finland? You should ask her for me how one becomes a Finnish citizen ASAP lol (kidding) 🙂
Right? Let’s enroll kids in a school where we can tune in at 8 and WATCH them and if they’re provocative or edgy they get more followers… yeah that’s not sketchy ha ha! See that’s the thing with YA- some of this stuff is just, um, no. Not happening. Course with the much ballyhooed missing or dipshit parent problem, maybe it’s all okay? YA is such a fun alternate world. 🙂 And yes what do you do in Alexandria, if not zombie camming? I mean I guess every night is bonfire night, cause there’s obviously no cable or internet, so blogging isn’t happening and Netflix is sadly no longer with us. You can only get so much mileage out of gardening and stuff. No cars to go to the mall or anything (see how shallow I am?) Well, cars I guess, with that miraculous gas that never runs out, but the mall sadly is in disrepair. Although come to think of it it would be a perfect environment for zombie camming! Like laser tag instead of lasers you have flesh eating homicidal monsters. Ups the stakes. And it’s free- play every day!
I have on occasion (looks around covertly) been known to delete a review that no longer met my strict editorial standards (i.e. it sucked rocks) but only once or twice. Speaking of, Wayback Machine clearly works! I found some stuff playing around on there including guest posts and some vacation stuff, so it’s true what they say- everything is forever on the internet lol. although in this case I’m glad, because yeah why didn’t I just make them drafts again? Anyway it’s nice to have some of that back. And you can make posts private on Blogger? I didn’t know that… yes I’m that tech challenged. Oh and finding my old archived blog was kinda weird, since I still had that old blue and white background *snort* Not that I’m winning any design awards now, but still… pretty sad. 🙂 And to be honest I am a little quick sometimes to make changes, which I then regret later or spend way too much time trying to undo. Hence the 2+ hours I spent on Wayback Machine…
True that. I think the European stuff is interesting because of the older architecture, the history, and the fact that Europe has so many different cultures so close together, but yeah here- I mean seriously, if I went to say Dallas or LA or wherever, and blogged about a museum or a game or some tourist thing- who would really fucking care? I mean, booooring. So… yeah.
You wanna know something funny? Okay I haven’t legit done anything meaningful on Facebook in probably three years +, right? And if I log in I STILL have notifications for supplies, stuff someone needs for a game. I’m SERIOUS. I mean not farmville necessarily, but someone needs a turnip or a power up or some damn thing. It kills me. I’m NEVER on and they’re still sending me requests. I was never THAT bad. And Candy Crush lol is that the creepiest thing ever? I mean, that voice… I can’t do it. Oh, now I just read the rest of your paragraph and I see you have the same thing *laughs* yeah it’s an epidemic of silliness.
Check-ins killed me in particular for some reason. Like when my cousin Maynard (not really) is at Joe’s Fish shack- why do you need to share that? We all have to eat. It’s like facebook and check-ins encourage us to share everything we’re doing. Um, no. I can see if you’re in Hawaii and just want to smirk at the world (because let’s face it, that’s part of it too)but when you’re at the hot dog stand, no one is really impressed, right? Over compensating *nods* good word for it. I grew up with a guy who was a car guy like his dad, they had nice Mustangs and shit, and now he posts pics of his immaculate garage (not a speck of dust) with his… yup you guessed it- pristine vintage Mustang in there. And everyone is all like ooh and aah. I’m like encourage him much? 🙂 But seriously I guess we don’t ever change much, right??
Is that the episode with the quarry? Thou art truly in the no-mans land of that show, sadly. And if you’re in season 6 now, or will be… prepare thyself for the Saviors, because they’re coming. To bore you to tears at a TV near you. Geez… you shall be jaded and cynical of that show like me very soon, if you aren’t already. 🙂
Oh good we can talk Obsidio. Yes it ended WAY too neatly- I mean when Ezra and Nik bought it I was like, dang, that’s tough, but you kinda knew not everyone would make it? So even tho the parachute thing WAS kinda funny, when it turned out they were alive it totally cheapened the death scene? And it had less impact that way? Maybe just me? I did think it was pretty good, and had some emotional heft, but… yeah. Too neat. Also, AIDAN. Okay sacrifices itself for Kady (I’m skeptical but okay) but the IT’S alive too, somehow? That was an eye roll for me. So we really only lost bit players, no one MAJOR died. Although I have all kinds of love for Ella, and am damn pleased that her and her goldfish made it. 🙂
Good point too- where’s HER love interest??
Ah yes the culling. I laughed when AIDAN called it “population control”. One way of putting it I guess! But yeah shades of The 100 there… and the story was just too similar. And too convenient at times. Like I was thinking about it and Rhys has time to dump bodies and the APC, react to Duke’s death (who let’s face it, he was starting to like) but he gets the guys dog tags and gets Oshiro and the lieutenant and gets them to the hospital to “arrest” Asha, all in 37 minutes? And Asha’s tablet allows Ella to hijack the whole fucking ship??? I mean I know she’s badass, but come on… it’s a bit much. Which all sounds like I hated it, but I didn’t? A solid 4 star for me, but there were issues…
Oh they said her name? Okay I musta missed that. Splains it.
LOL Kane the diplomat! Who’da thunk it back in S1, right?
I think prisonkru found something horrible in space and they use it to control people, or… something? I’m probly wrong but yeah they’re showing us that for a reason. Maybe I’m just drinking the trailer kool-aid but this looks like it’s going to be totally kick ass, and frankly after all the Praimfaya stuff I’m looking forward to them going up against other people again. Like I think there’s more to tell with Becca and her little temple thing in Polis, and the cult that built the bunker, etc etc, but if they sideline all that and just go balls out with the prisonkru / Eden stuff I’m okay with that too.
Maybe parts of Finland are in the 4%.
Oy. They’re going to kiss at the end of S5. I know it. What else could he mean? Before something terrible happens, of course… because of course. But seriously, bob and Zach and Eliza shooting the breeze together? Why am I not there? Those pics on that Twitter are so awesome…
That’s my biggest fear, that Madi will just be a plot device to keep Clarke “away” from everyone. Although, knowing Jason, I’m KINDA hoping that with all the hints he’s laid about things, that maybe there’s going to be a subplot in there about Madi and Gaia- I mean, WHY is Madi the only survivor, if she has Nightblood where did that come from, does it have anything to do with Gaia, etc? I’m probly reaching here, but I can hope…
See as much as I love the show, I don’t really rewatch too many shows? So that’s kinda normal for me, but I will say I’m liking it? You have convinced me. 🙂 And like I’ve said before, it HAS changed my perceptions in some ways, like me hating Jaha less my second time around. I think for me it’s just kind of intimidating to think of watching a show again when there are s many seasons to plow through? Like even Travelers or Orphan Black- I love those shows but I don’t want to sit through 4 seasons of OB again, right? Not that I wouldn’t enjoy it, but just the time. But I’ve enjoyed The 100 and 12 Monkeys so it’s all good… I’m glad to hear Riverdale is better? Maybe tonight I’ll watch. I watched nothing last night. *sigh* I think the problem with TWD is the showrunner and the comic guy being so involved. I’m one of these people that usually wants the adaptation to be faithful to the book but in THIS case I think adhering to comics is hobbling the show. Plus and somebody clearly thinks people want all this talking and introspection. It’s no mistake that FEAR is the better show right now and is NOT based on comics.
Yeah they have their work cut out for them with O and the bunker… but we will soon know. :):):)
Happy St. Patty’s Day!!! Are you drinking green beer? Okay, I know, lame but hey fuck it lol. And glad you’re feeling better. It’s like 40 degrees here and I want spring!!! But the sun did come out, amazingly. Hope you’re having a good weekend. 🙂
That is exactly it! It is insane to me that anyone can think this is logical. Like- think about all the shit there are laws about because they’re dangerous- and a lot of those don’t even affect anyone but the person involved (in cases like drugs and prostitution and such- basically “victimless crimes”) yet… sure, go shoot kids in school, seems totally reasonable to not try to stop THAT somehow ?
Yes, but Finland is ALSO lovely in the summer, and there’s water there too! Obviously moving to Finland makes perfect sense hah. I mean, if you are going to be wealthy and spend most of your time somewhere… I think you should cross Finland off the winter list too? Perhaps… Idk, Italy? Southern France? Spain? I think the best part about being rich would be that you could pay someone to cart your shit around to all these different places- the packing for this sounds like a nightmare! I can believe that about the author being shocked- I mean, it”s just their way of life, and we’re over here living like cavepeople. Well Rashika was born in India (and is of Indian ethnicity) but she went to high school in Finland! Now she’s in Israel, I can’t imagine. Like on one hand, she must have the most amazing experiences, but on the other, I can’t imagine not having a home base, you know?
Can you even imagine!? It’s so creepy, who wants to watch their kids go on dates and shit? Actually, that sounds like a perfect situation for a helicopter parent! They can pretend to be totally FIIIIINNNEEE with little Susie going away to school… because they’ll be watching her every move. God, can you even imagine navigating high school with cameras and ratings!? That is horrifying actually. You are right, some YA is really silly. One thing I DID like about Obsidio was that they totally acknowledged how nuts it was that the kids were in charge but… everyone else was dead so you do what you have to do hah.
Oh my, Alexandria sounds like a nightmare. Or you know, 1995, but either way, not in a hurry to go back? I would be that person trying to look up “how to kill zombies” on Google and getting pissed that Google wasn’t still a thing. I’d be dead I think. Um, good call, why has no one gone to the mall!? The mall is perfect! Imagine all the shit that would be up for grabs! And you could use the clothes racks to attack them.. honestly, they better do this in one of these damn seasons. It is crazy though that they will never have new entertainment again. No wonder they’re all such boring messes.
That is too funny that you deleted them! I enjoy laughing at mine, I think? Though honestly, I get it- I would probably delete them if they straight up made me cringe or something. Oh YAY I am glad you found them! Though it IS a little creepy that you can’t ever really delete something. I *think* you can make posts private? I know you can make entire blogs private (that’s what I did with my old one, rather than delete some of the cute stuff I’d had about Lena when she was a baby) but I thought you could- I KNOW you can on WordPress. Now I am curious to look at Blogger. I do not remember your blue and white background- I don’t know if I knew who you were back in those days? You should take a screenshot (at least of the color) because I am curious as to what it looked like! I think yours looks fine now! I mean, it’s easy to read, unoffensive to the eyes… it works. I do want to change mine but ugh, it seems like so much work. I have an idea in my head and everything but… the chances of it ever happening are slim to none at this point (especially considering I’ve been on an unofficial hiatus for like, a solid 10 days or so). OH I feel you with spontaneous changes- once I decided I needed a different font, and ended up losing my entire blog design (that I had paid for!) and had to recreate the entire thing myself which really pissed me off since I guess I didn’t need to have paid after all. Oh wow 2 hours!? That is impressive! I should find my VERY shitty first “design” for book blogging. It was embarrassingly bad hahah.
YES that is exactly it- sure some American cities are fun, but… not that different? Whereas in Europe, yeah, there’s just so much history and such, and different cultures. And yeah anything in an American city would just be… an American city, for the most part. (And, still a huge expense.) Guess we’re just not destined to be travel bloggers- though I kind of wonder, do they get free trips like we get free books? Because I might be willing to reconsider hah.
Oh that is funny! I now kiiiiind of want to log into my “real” Facebook to see what happened in my absence. But I mean, not enough to actually reactivate it? I did reactivate it around election time though just so I could be sure to rid myself of the Trump supporters. Then I deactivated again, I didn’t even check the notifications. It’s like, their farm must be a mess if they’ve been waiting three years for you to send them turnips or whatever ? Though maybe they figure since you’re never on it, the requests won’t piss you off?
Yeah Facebook LOVES the overshare. Hell, they created it! I mean, it used to be simpler. And now people are taking pictures of their food for Instagram, “checking in” on Facebook…ugh, no thanks. And if you’re in Hawaii, post a picture of the beach even, not some dumb check-in. I think that Facebook makes it seem like people care wayyyy more than they do. Oh WHYYY do they encourage him!? This is the biggest thing I don’t get. When people get braggy and annoying, why don’t people just…. not “like” the thing? They’ll get the hint maybe? But no, everyone like, eggs it on, and bleh, I don’t have time for such nonsense.
YEP the quarry, and it’s only gone downhill. So the episode where Carol is some kind of death ninja? Here for that. But then… is Glenn dead?! I thought he didn’t die til S7 and now I have to mourn him before I was ready (I’d never be ready). But who knows, because I’m on this bullshit Morgan episode. (True story, I’m typing this paragraph on my phone at like 2am, because wow, you were so right about the bullshittiness of this episode. Why does anyone need to watch Morgan frolic around the forest for 45 minutes? Spoiler, they don’t.) Like not only do I have to watch this crap, but half the characters’ fates are hanging in the damn balance! Rude. Oh good lord, it’s a double episode too. The humanity! ?
Okay, back to real-time. SAME with Ezra and Nik! Sure, it was sad, but… actually- I figured they were coming back because it was SO anticlimactic when it happened? It just didn’t seem like they were going to be dead-dead. And yeah, the parachute WAS a fun twist, but… yeah how did no one die? I was glad Ella made it too. She was my favorite probably. I did end up really liking Duke though, I wish he’d made it. And I liked Asha, actually. And Katy’s dad. (Though Idk what it says when I am enjoying the PARENTS of the book more than the characters hah.) And RIGHT, why didn’t Ella have someone?! Hell, she’s the most fun out of all of them! And yeah, they couldn’t even keep the damn MACHINE dead?! Really? Too neat, wayyyyy too neat.
I do wonder if the culling would have had more impact if it hadn’t been literally the EXACT scenario as The 100? Because it WAS kind of sad but also we didn’t even know any of those characters, so. And yeah a lot of it was a little easy, I agree- especially when you’re talking kids versus a super-corporation. Seems unlikely. I didn’t dislike it either- I’d probably say 3.5 or 4 too- but the end was really kind of a bummer for me. Like I enjoyed reading it, and I guess it’s nice that it’s an HEA but… I think I just needed more for it to live up to the others.
HA right!? Kane was willing to let everyone die (literally- what did he say, “bring us down to a cosmic Adam and Eve”?) so that humanity would survive. And now he’s all about HOW humanity survives and I love it. Yeah it could definitely be something they found in space- I wonder if it is the same stuff they use to shock Clarke later in the trailer? Maybe they just… injected it into that dude. Maybe that’s how they execute people! That would be evil. Yeah, it’s good there’s a new group to fight I think- but I am really hoping for more backstory too. Idk why, but I found all the Praimfaya stuff so interesting! And Second Dawn- though I probably *could* be okay if they never fully explain those guys, but damn it, I need to know about the 4% AND how Becca got involved with SD at least. Oh, and Finland is definitely in the 4%- post apocalypse, they’re still the happiest people on Earth 😀
So MY fear is, that they WILL kiss and then Bellamy will die. Biggest fear, want to cry. Because I have thought so far that O was going to die, and maybe that is the case, but… assuming there’s going to be a S6, I just don’t see us actually getting a whole season of Bellarke together? But definitely someone HUGE is dying- because did you see where Bob said that it was the hardest scene he’s ever filmed? And RIGHT, I want to be in Boston drinking with Beliza and Zach! Life is simply not fair.
Oh I definitely think there’s a subplot with Gaia, Madi, and O. Because why else would they even have kept Gaia alive otherwise, right? And Madi being the last natural-born Natblida HAS to mean something, there’s no way they’d just let that die without a fight- especially Gaia. I do think it won’t *just* be for drama, and I hope they keep the Clarke drama to a minimum.
I never rewatch shows! Well- sometimes I will watch reruns of sitcoms if I need something funny to watch, but that’s it. But The 100… I really cannot get enough of hah. AND there is just so much to decipher, so it works. One of the reasons I want to rewatch 12 Monkeys too, I think there’s so much more going on! I’ll definitely be looking forward to your thoughts on Riverdale! And yeah- I think you can’t be fully faithful to a book (or comic in this case) when it’s a show. Because there’s too much TIME. Like, a movie, yeah, faithfulness to the source works. But not in a show. And I think Fear definitely had the better balance- and the irony is, Fear IS more character driven! But the way it’s done works. And maybe TWD decided to try it after seeing Fear’s reception? But it isn’t working.
GAH it is seriously only a month away, I cannot even believe it! I have to get the questions together for predictions, too!
Thanks, happy St. Patty’s Day to you too! I did nothing actually! Sammy spent the night at my parents’ house for the first time ever (Lena does a lot, but he has always cried and made me take him home hah) so I was blissfully alone, eating Panera takeout, watching TWD and reading! I have actually never had green beer! I mean, I am not really a beer fan in general, but I would take a green cocktail? Did you do anything exciting? UGH same, it was so SUNNY today and I loved it- and it was around 40 too, and spring is SO. CLOSE. I really cannot wait, for so many reasons!! OH and I am *trying* to get a CERTAIN post up by midnight… we’ll see if it happens 😀
Right. We’re going to regulate sex between consenting adults, or criminalize relatively harmless drugs, BUT we’re going down to the wire FOR guns after kids (KIDS) are mowed down. I mean it sounds like a bad YA novel. Oh and there’s been lots of noise about the special counsel this weekend I guess- boy is THAT shit gonna hit the fan at some point.
True, Finland is probably gorgeous in summer. And southern France… yeah. That’d probably be where I’d end up in summer. I probably would have zero motivation to come back to the States if I had THAT kinda money. I kinda like the sound of Florence too… but yeah the books I’ve been reading about Scandinavian countries are really eye opening. Like they have such a different attitude about health care and other things. Even the conservative people… in a lot of ways seem different than conservatives here. Ooh I bet Finnish high school would be interesting, to compare with here. I thin it’s cool that Rashika is well traveled, that’s nice to do when you’re young but yeah at the same time it would be hard not to have a home base. A trade off I guess…
Oh my gosh high school is bad enough without ALL THAT. I’d be like nope, not even. Although it would so skew the experience wouldn’t it? I mean teens being on camera and KNOWING they are? I’m not sure if that’s good or bad lol. Would it inhibit bad behavior, or would they go apeshit for the ratings spike??
Obsidio did come up with a good twist on YA parents! Forget them being “missing”- just fucking kill them all! Problem solved.
The mall would be the bomb! Free shopping. How many bags can you carry while dodging the zombs?? And everyone would be looting and fighting over stuff so it’s be a shooting gallery too. Weee! We need a mall episode since clearly we have had enough convenience stores and abandoned gas stations on the show. I want to see a 2 or 3 level mall. Battle in the food court! The carousel of death! I mean if the carousel is working you could turn that shit on to attract the zombs and maybe get some peaceful shopping in, briefly. Mall of America Goes To Hell! Why hasn’t anyone made that yet?
Yeah it’s nice to have them back. I mean I didn’t find everything, but I have 2 of the 3 guest posts back, and pictures, so it actually worked out pretty good. It’s amazing though seeing all the stuff I had forgotten, certain features or gadgets on the front page, stuff you play around with. The background was actually a generic Blogger one, it had green in the background too, like almost a sunny day type image- IDK how to describe it, but yeah I should screen cap it. I’ll send it to you and you can laugh! And thanks! I’m glad it’s easy to read, at least, because you never REALLY know what people think. Like oh this blog sucks lol, what is the blogger in 7th grade? Ha
I know, 2 hours? I like fell down the rabbit hole, once I brought it up and it actually appeared AS IT WAS a few years ago, I was like ooh. It was kinda fun, sorta. And aww I hope you get a chance to change your design at some point if you want to. Not that you need to, cause I like yours actually. and I’m not just saying that- I like how you have things set up. Hopefully your hiatus ends soon??
Yeah free trips would do wonders for my motivation! But right… Edinburgh, say, would be so different from Prague, or the Amalfi coast, whereas American cities… um, hello Applebees and Subway on every corner right? I mean sure NYC or Chicago, certain places, have the amenities and cultural attractions, but most American cities? At least for me, not really?
Dumping Trump supports- ha love it. Who needs em? And right- that is one sad ass farm lol. Weeds all over the place and shit, dead animals lying around. Sad really.
All the likes just encourage more obnoxious behavior *nods head vigorously* I’m not going back til they have a “hate” button. I want to use that indiscriminately.
I am dying to comment on Glenn but I don’t want to spoil? And yes now you understand about Morgan! They turn him into some wannabe Zen monk or something *throws up* it is SO dumb. Everybody has guns with apparently unlimited ammo and he uses… a stick. Next.
I felt like they went out of their way to make the conflict seem SO brutal, and at times almost hopeless, that not killing any main characters was a mistake. Especially when they did the headfake with Ezra/ Nik. Shoulda left em dead. Then it would be truly emotional, as both Kady and Hanna (and Ella) lost their loved ones. I sound mean I guess ha ha, but really. I did like Kady’s dad too. And yeah Duke wasn’t bad! He had some of the best lines. I was hoping Oshiro would come around, I mean they telegraphed that a mile away, but at the same time everyone was shocked when Katya was shot on a battlefield, but no one batted an eyelash when they killed the other girl on patrol? Wouldn’t even let Rhys report it?
I think Gemina’s my favorite. I really liked Hanna and Nik, Ella’s the fucking bomb, the alien things were creepy AF, and the strike team were nasty. In Obsidio they did a good job with the soldiers but it felt like we were treading the same ground? Granted the Gemina troopers never had remorse, and I guess at the end of Obsidio the soldiers sorta did, but still…
Almost hard to imagine S1 Kane anymore. 🙂 Thank goodness they moved on from THAT.
I want to know what makes Eden immune to Praimfaya, and yeah Second Dawn. there’s gotta be more there, so I agree. If they can give us answers to some of that plus rock the new stuff, S5 could be really amazing.
I didn’t see that, but that’s scary. I have a theory that O will die at some point, but not Bellamy (and I hope I’m right, but probably not!)- I just don’t think they’ll ever kill Bellamy. Not really. We might THINK he’s dead, but… I think him and Clarke walk out alive at the end of this thing. I think everyone else is up for grabs though… Raven might be the only other bullet proof one. But what do I know??
I do think Gaia was introduced for a reason, and I hope you’re right! That would be cool. As much as I love how fast moving the show is, it’s all the background lore, like you said, all the Becca stuff and why this and how that, makes it really interesting. Okay thought experiment- imagine if the 100 ever moved as slow as TWD? We’d go batty!!!!
12 Monkeys is a lot like The 100 in that there’s a lot of stuff there. Orphan Black is another one that I think had such a dense backstory that rewatching probably would yield insights, but… they changed things around so much that it was like whiplash. and this really dangerous corporation that was always a step ahead and was everywhere… came down to some lame old guy on an island. I kinda think they bobbled the landing on OB a bit, even though I love the show.
A month? Dayum. I gotta wrap my head around that. Okay I’m watching S4E1 tomorrow! Are we ready?? :):)
I didn’t do anything either. Quiet day. Wow sounds like you had a nice quiet evening. Panera takeout yum. Green cocktails would probably go well with umbrellas. 🙂 Did you see where they turn the river green in Chicago? That always looks kinda cool. I don’t really want to know what they put in there to do it- some things are better left unknown, right? And ooh are you doing a 100 post? A Sims update? I’ll have to come back and see. 🙂
Right? It makes no sense. I swear I saw something about Trump wanting to execute drug dealers, but I didn’t have the energy to look into it more- oh, actually, there it is right at the top of the news- https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/death-penalty-for-drug-traffickers-part-of-trump-opioid-plan/ar-BBKoMnx?OCID=ansmsnnews11 And I am just like… what now? I feel almost like he is accomplishing his goal of being so completely asinine that it just… wears us all down. You’re right, it DOES sound like a bad YA novel- one that we’d crucify in reviews because it seemed so illogical and nonsensical! I hope something comes of the investigation. My big fear is that it’ll all just…. go away, like every other damn thing he’s done.
Finland IS gorgeous in the summer! I was there in late June, and it was like, perfect. Not too hot, but definitely warm. Not very humid. And so is France of course. Warmer, but still. And Florence, Florence is gorgeous! And like- doesn’t feel like a big city, which is nice. Seriously, there would be no need to EVER come back- especially if you had money because you could just fly friends and family to YOU and then… really no need haha. You know, I saw a show where French people and British people had been talking about elections and how even in their elections, where there were conservatives versus liberals, “conservative” had a VERY different meaning to them- nothing like OUR conservatives even exist in their countries. So I imagine the same is true of the Scandinavian countries? It really is crazy to think about how abnormal this all is. Like, we know Trump is messed up, but the whole system is really quite insane. Seriously, Rashika should write some YA about Finnish high school! This is a missed opportunity for her hah.
Oooh that is a VERY good point- I imagine it would drastically change their behavior for sure. I mean- think about how teens react if they think ANYONE is watching them, you know? Some would act out more, and some would probably retreat more. Which would lead the ones acting out to take over and… yeah it would be a hellish nightmare. It would end up like Lord of the Flies or something.
BWHAH seriously, they really DID kind of just get rid of them all, didn’t they? Nothing like a good culling to get rid of any and all adults! I mean, at least The 100 kept SOME parents around. For awhile. Until Monty had to kill his mom twice. Hell, I think Miller was the last kid with a parent other than Clarke until… well, until he wasn’t. Which… is exactly like Obsidio, isn’t it? MC keeps her parent, everyone else is an orphan. Idk if the authors are fans, but there are quite a few similarities…
Oh the mall would for SURE turn into a shooting gallery! And think of all the crap to hide behind- benches, plants, fountains, mannequins… it might be moderately fun, until you’re bitten or shot. Omg YES YES Mall of America, I love this idea! The rides would be epic- zombies on roller coasters!? I am here for it- watching their skin fly off and shit?! This is a missed opportunity. I am cracking up at “carousel of death”- I mean, you have the title RIGHT THERE, it’s perfect!
Aw I am so glad that you found most of it! I think I know which Blogger background you mean, too- like with grass and sky and such? It IS funny to look back. I am so tempted to try to find my first one. It wasn’t even called It Starts at Midnight! It was called “Shannon Hearts Books” (ugh, now THAT is the kind of stuff that needs to be deleted! ?) because I could NOT think of a name- but no one knew it was a thing, and I had re-branded it before I ever commented on anyone else’s blogs! If I find mine I will send it to you too- because there is no WAY I am ever posting it on my blog, I have to draw the line of embarrassment somewhere! And ugh, I ALWAYS think that with my blog stuff- like what if everyone thinks it’s “too much”, is my worry. But I think that as long as it looks generally neat and readable, people don’t put too much stock into your design either way, you know? Like- I have HATED designs when I couldn’t read them- one girl used to have like, weird white font on a dark background and my freaking eyes, I couldn’t! But I promise, yours is NOT like that, or even close!
I think I will be surprised at what I find- I imagine I’ll end up down a similar rabbit hole! And thanks, I appreciate that! I mean- it wouldn’t be a HUGE change I guess- the setup would stay the same because I like the way it is in that regard but I had this idea for like, a retro-type clock theme? With like, a particular red and blue color theme- more of a coral I guess- but then I’d have to change everything and…. well, who has the time? I might actually post something tomorrow! I have been signing up to review books I have already read on blog tours just so I can be forced to post something. It’s sad, but my motivation is at an all-time low, I’m afraid.
HA it is so true though, all American cities ARE the same! The same chains, the same general idea. And sure, like you said, there are SOME differences- like if you visited the Statue of Liberty versus Navy Pier or whatever, but unless you do ALL the touristy stuff (plus how often does anyone want to look at the same couple of sites in every big city? Seems redundant) what’s the point?
That actually ironically sounds like a farm that Trump would have run into the ground! And yep- deleted all of them, even family (oops?) in case I ever decided I wanted to use it again- and it would be harder to weed them out after the fact! YESSS a hate button! I want one of those! They have the little “emoji reactions” now but none of them actually convey hate so what is the point?!
GAH so Maggie is pregnant!? What is with these women, contraception should be extra important during the zombie apocalypse!? I assume Glenn is going to get back somehow? But why miraculously bring him back just to kill him?! I CANNOT. I was going to comment more on Morgan last night but then you went away and I didn’t want to be a pain in the ass and spam you with TWD stuff ha- I actually ended up liking the episode? ::Hides:: Okay, the first half was SO DUMB but after I commented about him not speaking, things perked up and I REALLY liked the story of the other dude? Still seems insane to decide on pacifism during the end of days, but okay. Still it’s dumb because sorry, you can’t fight a machine gun with a stick. Low key wish they’d killed Morgan and kept the other guy though ?
YES like- in Illuminae when they killed whole ships of people it was shocking, but how many times can you really do that and have an impact? I agree, having a main character die… well, I almost expected it honestly? Because when you kill thousands of people, chances are one of them will be a bigger character? To have it all end perfectly cheapened it for me a bit. And Duke, I think i loved how he talked about himself in third person, it made me chuckle. I did figure Oshiro would come around, and that I could live with- because the whole little girl/Katya thing was nuts. Also… why was there a KATY and a KATYA. It’s literally the same name but with an extra A?
I think I agree- the characters from Gemina were my favorite, but it didn’t feel as fresh as Illuminae (I guess cause the whole uniqueness was… well, not as unique of course!) but Obsidio was my least favorite, sadly. Not that I didn’t like it, it was entertaining, but also the most underwhelming I guess- like you said, it DID feel similar.
I think that is what will make S5 awesome- a combo of answers about the old AND intro of the new- and probably the best way for them to set up a S6, if we’re to be so lucky!
Oooooh I want to know your theory about O, too! Because you know I have one! I feel like Bellamy is safe too- but I also don’t want to jinx it 😀 And *thinking* he is dead could be a really interesting way of doing it. I have a feeling that if they give us Bellarke at the end of S5, they’ll spend most of S6 separated for some reason or another. I’d say Raven is the least likely of anyone else to die, so I agree. Though I have always wondered if they’d pull a Veronica Roth and kill Clarke off at the end. I would be so pissed.
Totally agree- the worldbuilding is so, so well done. Because it is fast moving, but it doesn’t neglect the smaller details, which is rare. UGHHH if it moved as slow as TWD I’d straight up cry. It’d be like… all ALIE in the City of Light, all the time ? I think since we’ve seen quite a bit of Gaia in the promo, she’ll feature pretty heavily (you know- did we see Niylah at all? Where’s she?)
YEP I think that is why I loved 12 Monkeys so much, too! OB was really good, but I don’t know that I’d rewatch it? Like, I think I’m good? But there IS a book that I want to get about it, actually- http://amzn.to/2FLFl0g and obviously I will rewatch some clips forever- like Helena “getting refund” and Dance Party!
YESSSS it is TIME! We shall watch Echoes tonight, and then discuss tomorrow! I am excited!
Quiet days are nice sometimes! OH I love the idea of green cocktails with umbrellas! Honestly cocktails of any kind sound magnificent, I can’t even remember the last time I had one, SOBS. Omg, NO they turn the river green?! EW. I mean- at least they have to *turn* it, and it doesn’t just exist like that hah. I mean, there isn’t enough food coloring in the world, right? And YES it is to be a Sims update, which you now know did not happen. BUT. I will gift you with the mental image of Dante trying to talk to the crying ghost of Riley about artwork, all while the house burned down and no one but Echo could be bothered to extinguish it. You’re welcome. 😀
That is… so dumb. Like I thought we were just starting to get away from that thing where the sentences for some drug crimes were too harsh. I mean mandatory sentences or life, when serious crimes don’t even get that long half the time! We suck basically as a country.
Oh that’s right you’ve BEEN to Finland. Jealous. But it’s great to hear that the summer climate is nice there… I can only imagine. And right? What is it about America where our conservatives are such idiots? And it’s like, weirdly, designed to NOT be fair! Like the electoral college obviously, but even gerrymandering. Why is that even allowed? And why do we lecture other countries on democracy lol? But anyway- yeah I imagine Florence is amazing. that whole area of Italy just looks fabulous. Okay all Italy looks fabulous, let’s be real.
It definitely would not be pretty!
Wouldn’t it be funny if it turned out Kaufman and Kristoff were uber- 100 fans? I’d laugh. We should start thinking about are there analogues between characters? Let’s see Kady is Clarke, Ezra is Bellamy (maybe- not sure), Ella is Raven (disability!!) , Hanna is Octavia because ninja… this is kinda fun. Nik is Murphy lol because criminal… *snort* okay it’s not perfect but I feel it.
Yes! There was a horrible movie once where everyone died except like 5 people and zombs were everywhere, and these two chicas went shopping but sadly ran into undead. Or sorta undead. It was all quite weird. Here’s my favorite line from the thing… right at the end. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_B3-sA3HdA
Seriously would the mall be awesome or what??
Yes that’s the one. Ugh I was so sick of that thing! Ooh here’s one of the posts I dredged up. And yes there’s the background in all its glory ha! https://web.archive.org/web/20141215052522/http://gregsbookhaven.blogspot.com:80/2013/11/guest-review-whatever-after-dream-on.html You know I kinda like Shannon Hearts Books! I mean It starts At Midnight is awesome (and as a night person I can appreciate it) but the earlier one wasn’t bad! No need to be embarrassed by that. 🙂 And yup- same here. I wonder that ALL the time. I’ve seen those dark background designs too, and they ARE hard on the eyes. Especially if the background is black and you have to squint… ugh no.
I hear you on time. and I always worry that some little change will cause a cascading effect and everything will be broken lol. Hence I hesitate t change TOO much. I like your idea though- a retro style clock theme sounds cool! Sorry to hear your motivation is low! I have those times too. But with The 100 coming soon, hopefully you’ll feel revitalized??
In the age of Facebook and social media chaos and Trump, a hate button is definitely needed. And drastically overdue. I mean we have all the hate from Trumpies anyway- why not give us a button to show our disapproval of their fuckery? Seems fair. “even family (oops)” ha that kills me. Because I definitely had family that I didn’t want to be FB “friends” with. FFS what a train wreck that would be. And that was BEFORE Trump.
Mags is pregnant. Is that the dumbest thing ever? I mean I get that contraception is gonna be hard to find, sure, but *sputter* having a baby in that environment?? Crazysauce. And the Glenn thing was so ridiculous there was this huge outcry cause they were trying to make us think *wink wink* that Glenn was dead, and then as you know he really DOES die down the road. More fuckery. And I’m glad you liked the episode! I was pretty down on it so if you didn’t hate it that’s good! After all shitty episodes suck! I think I’m just down on the whole pacifism/ Morgan’s weird/ one person episodes thing. It’s not even just that episode, it’s just the whole trend towards slowing everything down… but yeah his whole Zen stick thing tires me out. I guess they can’t shoot all the time though or maybe the miraculous supply of ammo WOULD run out?!?
Yeah didn’t AIDAN kill a whole ship of people in Illuminae too? He has quite the body count… and Duke WAS kinda awesome. 🙂
Aw sorry to hear that about Obsidio. I know what you mean though- by the third book I’m a little over the “unique” format, you know? Especially since I bought it on Kindle and so the text wrapping all around the page at certain points was not fun. I know, not the book to buy in e- form but I just wanted to get it and I can always get a physical copy down the road if I want it. Although at this point I don’t think I need it? But yeah the uniqueness of the format is somewhat less unique the third time, so I loved the series but I’m glad it’s done.
Well my O theory is not very developed, ha ha but I just think I can see them offing her at some point. She has that tragic history, she never seems really happy, and she’s already lost her love interest. Not that she needs one or can’t be happy w/o one, but I just think… I can see it happening. I mean she’d go out in some amazing sacrifice, no doubt. Who knows. Hopefully I’m wrong! And you’re probably right about Bellarke- they’ll probably separate them right away but I would be elated if they actually brought em together and then they more or less worked together for a whole season! I mean of course there’d be drama- this IS the 100- but I’d love to see them try it.
I thought of Niylah too- we did not see her unless I’m mistaken.
Helena getting refund is like Top 10 EVER! All blood splattered and shit. Dang… and that book looks awesome! I need that in my life. I was looking through the sample at Amazon and it actually looks quite amazing. I love the mythology of that show.
Yay! I watched it today but I will refrain from commenting until tomorrow. Although I will say it was kind of exhilarating to go there again! “You don’t make it easy”- one of bell’s best lines ever. 🙂 And Harper and Monty getting DOWN lol. Echo was like hell on wheels! Okay I said I wouldn’t comment yet but I guess I am. Sorry!!!
Okay I need to google Chicago river for St. Pat’s and see what they do, because curious. And right? When did enjoying a nice cocktail beverage become such a rare occurrence? But that is a fabulous image- Dante and Riley, and WTF the house burned down???? Echo is such a go- getter. But now I need ALL the news…
That’s what gets me- you see life sentences for shit like this, but then when that Stanford kid raped that girl, he got time served!? And there were witnesses and everything! This country… Just when you think it can’t get more fucked up, oh, it does.
Yeahhh I have been! I was trying to find pictures but I don’t have any on this laptop- I think they’re on a flash drive somewhere. It’s so peaceful, honestly. The whole atmosphere is really low key, people just living their lives, friendly, and safe. I don’t think I have any Florence pictures on here either sadly- THAT is a pretty city. But yeah I think all of Italy does seem nice- my parents have been to a LOT of places in Italy (and they are going again in the fall, so jealous!) and seriously every place looks just as amazing as the place before it!
Okay it is low-key creepy how easy it was for you to do that, and I agree! It’s all quite clear. Ezra is Bellamy for sure- only less personality (this goes for almost all the characters, tbh). And AIDAN and ALIE isn’t a stretch hahah. Even though he’s more of a Jaha in my mind- his whole “saving everyone” was EXACTLY what ALIE thought she was doing when she started the wars AND when she made everyone go into The CoL.
HA that line IS funny, I feel like that explains a lot of situations ? But seriously WHERE do you find this stuff? I am dying. So the zombies talk in this movie? I am so curious, though I wish I wasn’t!
Oooh this is actually a different background than I pictured- the one in my head was more of an illustration, but yeah, I can see what you mean- your current one is definitely better! (Also, the review is ADORABLE, I love it!!) So I cannot seem to remember the url of my shitty old blog. I assumed it was just like, ShannonHeartsBooks.blogspot.com but….. apparently it wasn’t? So I don’t know how to find it! The oldest I can find is when I first changed to It Starts at Midnight. (Which, incidentally, is a line from Catching Fire too- it was kind of a double meaning name!) But damn, you’re right, nothing IS every really gone it seems, and that is…. well, it’s moderately unsettling hah. Okay I need to stop trying to figure it out now because I need to get other stuff done but… if it can be found, I will find it!
Um, seriously, be scared, because that is exactly what I did- I changed one seemingly small thing, but i was a moron and hadn’t backed the blog up before messing with it, and it reverted back somehow- I still don’t know how- to like, whatever the blog design equivalent to “factory settings” is. I hope that The 100 helps with my motivation! I mean- it will help me be motivated to post about The 100 at least so… there’s that?
Seriously, why is it that Nazis can…. Idk, Naziate (kind of sounds like nauseate, which… fitting) all over FB and such, but I can’t have a “hate” button? It’s funny because I didn’t want to be “friends” before Trump either, but after? Oh hell no, and I’d say it to their faces too. And I think sometimes it’s better to NOT know? Like- I couldn’t be stuck at Christmas dinner with someone after seeing hate filled diatribes on FB, so it’s a good solution for everyone. (Though in my opinion, skipping FB altogether is the best solution of all.)
But look- they have electricity, how the hell hard could it be to find SOME kind of contraception? Plus her dad was knowledgable enough to be able to have helped her (not that anyone wants to have that conversation with her dad, but I mean, beats the alternative)- remember when she was in drugstores with Glonty like, 10 times? No condoms left? No pills behind the counter? This seems fishy to me. Plus, remember in the prison when she had the pregnancy scare!? Wouldn’t THAT have been a wakeup call? These two… ugh. And I swear, if they kill the BABY with Glenn, I am going to scream. So I HALF liked that episode. The first half was SO. DUMB. Why did they make it a double-time one? It needn’t have been. The second half I did kind of like though- I feel like it at least made sense why Morgan is behaving the way he is, you know? And really, the Morgan thing would be far less annoying if he didn’t do strange stick choreography dance practice in every scene ?
Abraham and Sasha?!?! Abraham and Sasha…. Wowwww, the apocalypse sure makes strange bedfellows. Ugh the Glenn thing. On one hand, obviously I’m glad he’s alive. On the other… I just have to suffer in a few days anyway. Plus Enid survived too? Please, there were hundreds of zombies! I feel like maybe Jay and Amie wrote this episode ? Oh also I hate Enid, just in general.
YES he did kill a whole ship of people, which is why killing a whole bunch of OTHER people seemed… mundane at that point? And yeah- I loved the unique format, but it also isn’t unique anymore by book 3- which, is fine, obviously it won’t be, but then they needed to up the ante a bit, and I feel like they really didn’t? It sort of became a tad formulaic. But I keep seeing EVERY person I know rating it 5 stars, best book ever, and I am kind of confused? Like- it was good, but how was no one else even a little miffed at the ease of the ending?! I cannot believe you bought this, of all books, in ebook format! Silly. I honestly don’t know if I want to keep mine. Like- I guess I will because I did like the series, but I am definitely never going to read it again or anything and they’re huge books? Isn’t there going to be a movie that Brad Pitt was producing? What ever happened to that?
Yeah I feel the same about O. Which is sad, because her story was tragic from the start. I almost feel like Bellamy may have to be the one to kill her to protect Clarke or Madi or something, and that will gut him, that is basically my theory. I like your sacrifice idea better though, because I think it’s truer to who O always was. I just worry that she will have gone too far in the past 6 years, Idk. I… am actually okay if Bellarke doesn’t happen right until the end? I guess because when I loved other shows and the “big” couple got together, the show often got kind of bland? (Bones, I used to LOVE Bones, and then they settled down and had a baby and I was so BORED.)
WHERE is Niylah!? I mean, she was on set so she’s definitely at least in flashbacks… or just visiting her brother and buddies which is alarming. NO I refuse to believe this. I still ship her and O together!
I LOVE that scene bwhaha. OH! I read an article that said that the whole scene where Donnie and Alison bury the body in the garage was unscripted! https://www.buzzfeed.com/noradominick/these-tv-moments-were-100-not-scripted-but-made-it-in?utm_term=.yuo013ZzK#.pc5nk2jZr
YAY comment away! I LOVED that line- how they just sort of fell back into that comfortable banter! OH I looooved the Marper scene, that was when I think they finally started to have actual chemistry and I was like “okay yeah I can live with this”. And then Raven coming in again was hilarious of course “knocking’s not your ‘thing’ is it?” ? Echo really was so salty when she had to give them Roan’s seal. She was basically like a petulant child, huffing and stomping and rolling her eyes hah. And like- Roan was so damn snarky! I loved it. “It’s always something with you, isn’t it?” I wasn’t sure about him in S3 but in S4 he was fabulous. And them showing survivors in Egypt… that had to mean something, right? I mean, even though those people are obviously dead, they hadn’t been! Which means that people were alive in other places after the first Praimfaya so… what about after the second?
YES yes do it, let me know what it is! And ugh right? I feel like I used to have cocktails semi-regularly, but now, nope. Probably because it is too much of a pain to make your own, and then driving of course is an issue if you go out anywhere. Sad. Well- the grill caught on fire but it wouldn’t go out. Like… ever. I actually had to just shut the game down because it wouldn’t let me do anything while it was on fire, but the fire was going on for like, 20 minutes, and I have things to do and can’t spend all day with fictional fires? Get it together, Sims. Okay, what else can I provide for you? Well- Indra is still crying over Kane. And he died in like, October. She just mopes from place to place. Abby gives zero fucks though. OH and Jasper and Harper just got married, so that’s a thing. I should probably start figuring out how the hell to do this post!
Yeah I can’t even. Death penalty for drugs?? It’s like la-la land in ths country…
Finland does seem like it would be very low key and peaceful. Damn I want to go there even more now lol. They just seem to have a different vibe in that area… and Florence. Yeah, I imagine it’s amazing. The Amalfi coast is another part of Italy I need to explore someday. 🙂
You are so right, everyone in Illuminae (the series) had a fairly generic personality. I guess that wasn”t the focus, with all the action and plot stuff, but still. AIDAN=ALIE totally!
I rather like that line! Ha ha trust me it’s a skill finding trash like that. Although in this case it was HBO… because they’re so discerning in the movies they play *rolls eyes* So that’s where THAT little gem came to my attention! And yeah the dudes were zombies, sorta? Like they were sorta still people too? I dunno, and there were others that were just typical zombs so yeah whatever. It’s of course a good contender for my Movies That Suck, but honestly- it’s so bad I wouldn’t even watch it again for THAT!
Yeah I kept that one way too long! And thanks! She had fun doing it, I’m not sure now they would be bothered. And “moderately unsettling”. Right? Like we KNOW the internet is forever but to actually realize everything is out there is kinda… weird. Or if not everything at least a lot of archived stuff. And until I read that YA book I didn’t even know Wayback Machine was a thing. Oh I didn’t know that was a line from catching Fire! Nice… 🙂
Yeah I can see that happening to me, hence I… hesitate to make changes! And I hope so! If nothing else I’m sure you’ll have your 100 mojo on- I mean once that season starts and we get that first episode, it’s gonna be like so awesome? And a bitch all week waiting for the next episode… 🙁
*Nods* I can’t even with Facebook anymore. I might pop in every six months just to check any messages, and I see the same old inane crap, and I’m like seeya. No crops for you lol. And I remember all the fake crap that went around at election time- oh by the way why is Trump allowed to use the term “fake news”, he’s like the king of that shit- and that soured me even more. and I know! We’ve talked about how some of my RL friends are fairly conservative, and I know some family members voted for the guy, so… yeah. Luckily none of that came up at Christmas, but you’re right- who wants to have THOSE conversations? And it IS hard to even try to wrap my mind around someone voting for him…
Yes, Glonty never said let’s see if they have pills or condoms, they just went right past that shit? Hello??? Too bad there isn’t some contraceptive herb they can take, like in fantasy books. You know, this root or herb or whatever will flush that shit out or whatever it does. Fantasy does have its advantages? Like in the Game of Thrones books this one bitch was pissed her daughter married one of the good guys, so she put something in her tea or whatever to you know neutralize any baby-making. Maggien could use some o that…
I hated Enid too. And I kinda (just kinda) like her now, so maybe she’ll grow on you. Maybe heh. Glenn… right? Stupid. Jay and Amie- THAT made me laugh. Ooh look it’s a totally ridiculous Ezra/ Nik moment!! Plus Abraham and Sasha I did NOT get. Poor Rosita? Although maybe she’s better off. Abraham’s kind of a jerk to her TBH.
I would have liked to see a surprise of some kind for Obsidio in terms of format. Just to throw people off, and like you said, up the ante? I was a little sick of reading video transcripts from some snarky “analyst”. And I would give it 4 stars if it were me, no way would I give it 5 with an ending like that. Way too neatly tied up in a bow. With a body count like that and all the balls to the wall action, the fact that NO major characters died is a bit much. I personally liked Gemina better, myself, which I know is a minority opinion, but for me the whole space station/ wormhole thing really worked for me.
And hey I’m a rebel! I saw everybody on Goodreads saying DON”T get this in e- form because it’ll be too hard to read, etc, but it was alright. Wasn’t THAT bad. There really were only a few pages where I had to kinda contort myself in the chair lol to read it. And yes I bought all THREE that way. I buy almost everything in Kindle form now, unless I REALLY like it in which case then yeah I gotta get a physical copy…
Oh my gosh Bellamy having to kill O would be awful. Please I hope they don’t do that! That is a scary thought! And IDK I’d kinda like to see Bellarke like, together and doing stuff, but then again Clarke/ Finn didn’t end well did it? And there is the danger of it getting boring, true. Maybe the last season could be a Bellarke season? I think Bellarke and Kabby leading Skaikru (or whatever they are at the end) into the future would be a nice way to end it. Part of the problem with O (and why I think she could be a big death this season) is- where does she go from here? She’s a warchief now, the Heda of Wonkru, and drama being what it is she’s probably gonna lose that, and then just going back to being a regular again- I don’t see it? they have to be building to something with her, which scares me!
Niylah rocks for sure… I’ll be PISSED if they off her.
Oh my gosh that’s awesome. THAT was unscripted? I’m seriously impressed. 🙂
Yes I LOVE how they started the season with them togethr and falling into that groove. I’d love to see a more or less whole season of that! Let them really play off each other. Like in S1 when they were so opposed to each other but they had chemistry in all their scenes. I don’t think that chemistry was there w/ Finn. Roan WAS snarky and I’m gonna miss him on the show. I still want to do a Black Sails highlight reel sometime because he was even better in that. But he and Clarke had a bit of chemistry too? And I love that line- you can totally see where he’d see her coming and be like oh shit, NOW what???
I would love to see survivors elsewhere. Even just knowing there were before, not just in N. America, is huge. Totally agree.
Okay, so it’s a food coloring dye? Seriously?? Wow http://abc7chicago.com/society/how-does-chicago-dye-the-river-green-for-st-patricks-day/3211664/
The grill caught on fire? Maybe like this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWtyZoN2Vz4
Ha ha that’s fucked up though. The fire that wouldn’t die… I like that. Poor house though. Aw poor Indra. That hug on S4E1! Those two… sigh. Abby apparentrly has moved on tho, huh? She’s cold as ice. 🙂 Jasper and Harper???? Gah WTF?
It IS like la-la land, and every day it gets more ridiculous. Speaking of, you need Marlon Bundo in your life- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rs2RlZQVXBU
It really does feel like a different way of life entirely in that part of the world. I mean- in other European cities there’s still the hustle and bustle, and crime and such, but Finland… Idk, might be as close to utopia as we’ll evolve to. Which is ironic, since Russia is right next door! And talk about people who look like they’ve lost the will to live! Yes, I concur, the Amalfi coast looks incredible! I bet it’s got a pretty chill vibe too. Florence is awesome, because even though it is a pretty decent sized city, it still FEELS like a small town. Like Rome… you can tell Rome is a huge city, but Florence is somewhere you could live without feeling overwhelmed, I imagine.
Right? Like- the more I thought about it, no one really jumped off the page (except Ella) and that was a little sad. I mean, I think it’s hard to do with the format the way it was, so I get it, but still. I think maybe my standards for books lately are too high- especially since everyone else is gushing!
Wow, I mean, I think it IS a talent. Trolling for terrible movies hah. I mean…. I almost want you to watch it again because it seems THAT bad. And like- if zombies are kind of like people, what’s the point? Like, what makes them bad, or dangerous? Damn it, you bring these awful movies to my attention, and then I cannot help but want their terrible backstories! ? And HBO, ugh, they charge exorbitant prices and then offer you… THAT!? Seems wrong.
Awww that is so cute- I am scared for the days when they can’t be bothered, honestly. Did you show it to her? I bet she’d get a kick out of it now! I found a link to my old blog- it definitely WAS ShannonHeartsBooks.blogspot.com and it is NOT on the Wayback Machine! I am so sad. Ah yes, so the scene where Plutarch dances with Katniss at Snow’s mansion? He shows her his watch, which has the Mockingjay on it, when he tells her he has to go to a gamemaker meeting, and he says “it starts at midnight” which is a clue for the arena itself. So…. that’s the story- and then I kind of made it fit with the fact that I really do kind of start at midnight hah.
GAH yes I think my The 100 mojo is returning. Well, we’ll see if I am able to finish that damn post tonight haha. OHHHH did you see the new video!? I meant to send it to you and forgot! Sorry! https://youtu.be/-MFaDMeQQzU It is incredible. GAH you are so right about the bitching all week for the next episode- that is going to be downright evil, especially since we’ve been binging basically everything we’ve watched lately, ugh.
Harsh, you don’t even give them the crops ? It is hard though, because most of the people I unfriended were like, acquaintances at best, so it wasn’t a big deal, but you can’t exactly unfriend your ACTUAL friends without some confrontation. Actually, I think it’s easier to unfriend family? I mean, my uncle never mentioned it or anything! I want to go find all these people now, and have them explain to me why they voted for him. Because come on, you cannot defend it now with a straight face, right? I’d do it just to watch them squirm ha. It is SO stupid that he calls everything “fake news” since he literally IS fake news, and that is why it is so damn easy to make fun of the crap that comes out of his dumb orange mouth.
RIGHT? Like, that would have been pretty high on the list of priorities if it was me. I mean- first and foremost, forget raising a damn kid during the zombie apocalypse, who wants to be pregnant during it!? You have to run and fight and shit, and she’s probably not going to want to leave the couch! Morning sickness while trying to not die? Pass. Oh that is so funny, I LOVE when I see that in fantasy books! Because at least they’re addressing it, you know? I hate the ones (ahem, The 100) where apparently there are no mistake babies (except Octavia which makes no sense since there WAS contraception, but Aurora just couldn’t be bothered). That is hilarious and awful about GoT- Hershel should have gotten in on that, problem solved! He’d be giving Maggie like, cow birth control hahhaha.
Oooh so Enid sticks around? Awesome ? They kill Glenn but this bitch gets to stay? Ugh. It WAS an Ezra/Nik moment, Glenn had no business surviving! I am so dreading his actual death, too. I love him. He’s just… like he’s tough and he gets shit done, but he’s also retained his humanity, maybe more than anyone else, and I am sad. (And yes, fine, he reminds me of Monty!) The Abraham/Sasha thing was so RANDOM. Like- at first I did kind of wonder if he liked her since he volunteered to go on Death Drive with her, but then that didn’t make sense because he was literally just with Rosita? But apparently he does have the feelings for Sasha, so random. Rosita, yeah, they didn’t ever work for me so she can go be with someone else now. I always thought she and Tara would be cute but Idk if Rosita likes girls. Plus now Tara’s newest lover, the “doctor” is still alive, so who knows. OH Michonne just moved in with Rick and shares his toothpaste, but that blonde girl JUST died, so Idk what is happening there either. These people do NOT waste time, I’ll give them that!
YESSS exactly- like add something new in! The video transcripts just ended up feeling like a regular old narration by the end too. And I still don’t quite understand why they blacked out all the “bad” words, that remains a gripe. And yeah- I mean, if you kill THAT many people in THAT many fighting sequences… someone of moderate importance should probably take a hit. And none DID! I liked the wormhole part of Gemina- but I think my problem with Gemina was similar to my problem with Obsidio (well, other than the end) in that it just didn’t feel wholly fresh and unique to me? Idk.
HA yes, yes, definitely a rebel 😀 Seriously though, I had to keep turning the book, and if you turn the Kindle… it will just auto-rotate back, right? That must have been a trip hahha. I cannot believe you bought all three that way. Of all the books! It does kind of make sense to buy books in Kindle format, just for the sake of space. Because now… now I have like a thousand books and it is a problem. So… maybe a good choice you’ve made! And then if you DO want to buy physical books, you can just wait until they’re super cheap on clearance somewhere!
It WOULD be awful, and some terrible part of me wants to see it hahah. But then I don’t because I love O, and I love Bellamy too much to see him go through that. I mean- I think a little Bellarke saving the world would be fun, but… I wouldn’t want them to get *too* mundane. And yeah, she and Finn got about 2 minutes of being “together”, then Raven came down, then Clarke was too pissed, and then Finn was too dead. I LOVE the idea of Kabby kind of handing the reigns over to Bellarke, that would be epic! Oooooh that is SUCH a good point about O! You’re right, what DO they do with her now, she can’t just be some rando after being in charge of Wonkru for SIX YEARS. Because in this world, it seems the only way someone loses power is when it’s taken (or if you’re Kane, you “let the people speak”) and so… yeah. Damn, that is a good point, but sad. I feel like Niylah’s probably safe? I hope? Maybe we’ll see her in this other trailer that’s coming soon.
That is so true, their chemistry in S1 was undeniable. And it was in S4, too. I think we’ll probably have a lot of ups and downs this season since they’ve been apart for so long. Rebuilding the relationship, I suppose. And you’re right, she didn’t have that same chemistry with Finn- it was almost like a schoolgirl crush sort of thing? I LOVED Roan and Clarke’s relationship- and his and Bellamy’s, too. Honestly Roan was such a star of S4, looking back. I was really sad when he died but I also understand WHY he had to go.
Exactly, I think the fact that some people were definitely out there before the second Praimfaya is a big deal- means there were probably bunkers there, too, so theoretically, they could have survived the second one! Did you watch Heavy Lies the Crown? (Episode 2, that is 😀 ) What possessed Trishanakru to think they could ever take out Azgeda? Even if that rando somehow won soulou gonplei, the rest of Azgeda would’ve massacred the rest of them. Also, I don’t think Monty gets enough credit. No one else came up with anything. They’d still be arguing at Arkadia if it wasn’t for him. Also, this is when Bryan goes to take a nap and never wakes up again. But it also gifted us the gem of a person who is Riley ? Hah, I never noticed how proud Jaha looks when Clarke lies to everyone ?
Wait they seriously put THAT much food coloring in!? That seems like a ridiculous waste of money and resources…
And YES that is exactly how this fire is, except I have no idea how Maya’s burger ended up lighting the whole yard (and Maya, incidentally) on fire. Eddie wasn;t even there to get the gasoline from the garage 🙂
The house is fine! Oddly. And it wouldn’t let me send anyone back in for baby Otan! So Otan just stood there babbling and crying while everyone else went outside! It was messed up. Abby IS cold- and she never takes care of her damn baby. Once, Indra had to tend to Jake, and the pictures are priceless. Indra looks… well, exactly as you’d expect Indra with a baby to look. Jasper and Harper, YEP. Well, after O left him for Murphy, and then the nanny rebuffed his advances, I guess the “low hanging fruit” was all that was available. (I always roll my eyes because… does Jasper have a mental handicap in which he is not able to understand that it is Harper who is out of HIS league?) Okay, going to work on this now- cross your fingers that I finish!! 😀
Oh my gosh that video… I watched a few minutes to get a taste of it, will definitely watch the rest after I type this. Pence IS scary AF! And a pretty damn good liar too apparently… not that I’m shocked.
Yeah Florence just seems… IDK, chill for want of a better word? And I’ve never been there so what do I know lol, but some places just seem like they’d be the kinda place I’d like to go? Edinburgh is another one- I never really thought much about Scotland compared to say Ireland, but Edinburgh just seems like an amazing place.
No I think you’re right, Ella stood out (for me anyway) maybe BECAUSE there was no love interest , it was just her and her skills (and her snark, let’s be honest) whereas Hanna/ Nik and Kady/ Ezra were constantly mooning for each other. I mean I liked Hanna in particular, but Ella was awesome. But yeah the book is so plot driven that we didn’t REALLY have time to get to know them- not really.
Thank you, thank you *nods* but TBH I don’t remember what their deal was. They fought some zombie in an alley and he was like the mindless sort, but then these whacko dudes were like running the department store and thy were supposed to be messed up too. they were just like evil I guess? It’s been a while… *shrug* trust me, you don’t want to know more because it WON’T make any more sense! And HBO is horrible. I haven’t had it since I gave up cable but I did get hBO NOW last year so I could watch GoT and Westworld- when those were over I promptly canceled it. Like seriously, I would log on and look for something to watch, and never found ANYTHING. I honestly don’t get why people would pay for it when GoT isn’t on…
Yeah enjoy them now. Seriously you look back and miss them little. Which every parent of course says but I can say it now too cause they’re brats lol. No not really. I did show her and she just kind of smiled indulgently, like oh dad… that was so three years ago or whatever it was. Although sometimes they say they want blogs and I’m like yeah right. 🙂 Not on the Wayback Machine? Gah that sucks. I’ll google it maybe but yeah it probably won’t come up. 🙂 I still think it’s a cool name though. And oh THAT’S where it comes from? I remember that now since I’ve just read the books (woot). Nice… and yes night owls unite!!
Oh my gosh seriously? One garden, two serpents. Eden never stood a chance *sputter* WTF *sputter* that is like the shit! It looks SO dark. And when raven screams? GTFO!!!! Wow if I was a newbie and I saw that I’d be like outta the way people, I NEED that show. Wow. Oh and Tuesdays? Is that when they were on before? I can’t remember!
I know, all you have to do is click right, but… no. Because once I send someone their little crop they’ll be all like ooh he’s BACK and I can spam him every freaking day for crops or whatever the fuck. No if I ignore them long enough they’ll stop, right? *crickets* RIGHT????????? *screams*
“Cow birth control” lol. Ooh I looked up tansy (an herb) cause that’s what was used in GoT to keep the girl pregnancy- free, and apparently it was used in the Middle Ages to induce abortions. Hmm.. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tansy#History_of_Uses I’m surprised Herschel didn’t have any tansy lying around…
Enid sticks around. 🙁 And I feel you on Glenn- I liked him too. His death is brutal but like I said I didn’t watch- couldn’t bear to. I’m not overly squeamish but shit, I heard what they did for that scene and I’m like, I don’t need that image in my brain, you know? tara and Rosita wouldn’t be bad, but I don’t think Rosita is with anyone yet. Oh and Michoone moved in? Yeah that was quick huh? Man you’re flying through those bad boys! That’s good though, we;ll be caught up together maybe by the finale? And I’m sorry, I don’t feel Rick/ Michonne, I don’t hate it but it doesn’t convince me. I mean we get them but no Caryl? Also yeah Rick moved on rather quick, no?
To me Gemina was the scariest of the three? Between the alien things and the strike team… and I LOVED when the strike team people were X’d out when they died. That cracked me up! But you’re right, after Illuminae the uniqueness of the format was kinda gone. Definitely. Obsidio did have a feel of let’s just finish this, you’re right- it was mostly all analyst transcripts by that point. I hadn’t though of that, but true… and the bad words? They were every 5 minutes, so yeah blacking them out kinda missed the point. 🙂
I didn’t actually rotate the Kindle, TBH. I mean not much. I just sorta… followed the words with my eyes and did the best I could? Sounds weird but it wasn’t that big a deal. I mean I thought it would be worse than it was? And TBH I wasn’t sure I wanted the hardbacks… I try to only really get the books I want/ love a lot, just to keep the price and shelf space down. It mostly works, but I do have to admit when I see book haul posts with all those awesome HC’s I do kinda think *I want those* lol
Yup Bellarke getting boring would be the worst, I agree. I actually think S4E2 was a good template on how to do it- they’re together but they separate, one goes on a mission and the other tries to keep it together at base. Or whatever. I mean the decision bell makes to blow up the water thing- what would Clarke have said if she was there? I think she would have said no, we need that MORE. Which I also think. Bad decision Bellamy! I mean okay, they’re gonna move the slaves, I get it, but you have GUNS. Take the water thing, leave, set up an ambush, free the slaves when they try to move em. Kinda hasty and dumb to just blow the shit up in the Farm station! And then when they got back, Raven blew a gasket (understandably) but Clarke was all like well that sucks, okay let’s move on. That’s what I like about Bellarke, it’s hard for them to shock each other anymore lol! She was like well that was dumb but let’s move on…
Speaking of… I love that Bell wanted Clarke to go with them. 🙂 Jaha gets to sort scrap- again I enjoyed that. Debating whether and when to tell everyone about the Praimfaya. there’s always a tough call on this show! Ooh a radioactive butterfly- yay they didn’t forget *fist pump* Harper kicks that one dude in the face! I like her when she’s pissed. O’s a ninja dammit. Jaha didn’t exactly apologize for floating Jake- might have been a good time to do that. And Clarkie still takes his advice… “We save who we can save” today. Awesome Bellarke-age. there those are my highlights. 🙂 Awesome episode!!
One other observation- Echo is SO anti- Skaikru, you almost forget because she goes with them at the end, but damn. And she’s a pretty badass warrior, I hope they don’t soften her too much now that she’s a “good” guy? If she stays tough and badass that would be awesome, especially when fighting prisonkru. And especially if Becho happens and then they come down and there’s… Clarke. Bellamy’s gonna shit a brick.
Roan worked so well on the show and I really didn’t think he would? After Black Sails where he was such a different character, but he fit right in. and yeah the Bellarke chemistry is amazing.
Yes Monty (like raven) is their fucking secret weapon. They’d be hosed if not for those two! And I laughed when Riley showed up. Oh no him again laugh. Bye Bryan. I don’t know if I realized it first time around, but they pretty much broke up there right, after getting back to Arkadia? Pretty sad moment. And yeah that rando trying to challenge Roan- if it was Trikru where was Indra? Seems like she would have slapped him down, but she ws a no show in this one. Recovering I guess. 🙂
I know, food coloring?? *shakes head*
Okay I love that routine so here’s the whole thing. Delete and ignore as you wish, but seriously… I always laugh. Especially when Aunt Bunny falls down the stairs… seriously when she’s “halfway down” I lose it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yOWjkAxrwE The best part starts at about 3:14 to around 8:00 or so. Gus burning down the backyard and Aunt Bunny. Kills me.
“low hanging fruit* that always kills me too. Like count your blessings Jasper you idiot! lol but hey in the SIMS he gets the girl (cause let’s face it, if not for Maya he would have regretted shutting Harper down at some point). Indra babysitting O.o Abby’s kinda hands off I guess huh? Her kids will be the ones having the party in the basement while she’s otherwise occupied, I’m calling it now. They had two kegs down there? How did that happen oh dear? Clueless. But glad to hear the house is okay. Yay for that?
I feel like this post will be epic.
It is funny all around but the fact that he wrote a damn book just to piss Pence off makes my week. And my favorite line- “Pence is 3 months younger than Flavor Fucking Flav” Also, if you want to get a little glimpse of where I live, watch this- I swear to you, this is wholly legit, and they call this Talkback line on the regular to bitch about EVERYTHING, but it’s funnier when John Oliver tells you about it- https://youtu.be/8B_AChUQf10
Florence IS quite chill honestly. Like it just doesn’t have the hustle and bustle culture of other bigger cities. Ohhh you are right, Edinburgh does seem really nice! Everytime I see someone’s pictures from there, it makes me want to go too. And seriously, why does Scotland always seem to be… Idk, easy to forget? Because I kind of forget too. It’s like.. you have England and you have Ireland and okay that’s enough ?
Oh, good point about Ella! Maybe that IS why she stood out. I mean, she had to just be HER, because there was no romance drama to worry about. And yeah, I kind of wonder how much of the relationship drama was even necessary, but alas. I think it wouldn’t have been *as* annoying if both MCs didn’t have to have some kind of drama. Like, if one of them could have just saved the damn universe on her own!
Hahhah I am going to take your word for it that none of it makes sense- because I am already confused. This sounds like someone was on some drugs and made a movie and people watched it mostly to laugh at it? That’s all I can come up with. YES like- even when HBO would have those free preview weekends, I would be bored- and I assume they brought out the “good” stuff for those! So I never felt like I was missing out, except when shows were on that everyone was completely enamored with.
Seriously, like- I am sure there are positives and negatives to every stage, you know? Like- you probably don’t have to worry about anyone peeing their bed at night hahah. But it is always sad to think about them not needing me one day, not being all cute and cuddly, etc. And who doesn’t miss squishy babies, you know? AW too cute, I bet when you’re that age, 3 years seems like an eternity haha. I am just waiting for the day when mine want blogs and such. Lena (she’s almost 7) bugs me non stop about wanting her own YouTube channel and I basically laugh at her too- but she’s serious! I mean, she even has her own YouTube account, which is probably bad enough. I wonder if it’s not on Wayback Machine just because I didn’t have it for that long? Like- I probably posted… maybe 20-30 posts from that url, before switching to It Starts at Midnight. But still, I have Goodreads reviews that link back to it, even! (And am clearly too lazy to change the links hah.) YAY I am glad you remember the reference- a lot of people don’t. But I think that’s good because I was so worried that they could like, sue me or something? I did a LOT of goggling before I used it!
Right!? New promo trailer is so EPIC, I love it. I think it was pretty genius of them, because you’re right- that HAS to intrigue people who aren’t familiar! And, I hear the WonderCon trailer is tomorrow! And yeah, it used to be on Wednesday. But I guess Tuesday works too? Though I feel like a lot of shows are on Tuesdays, ugh.
Hahha that is cute, thinking that if you ignore the farm requests they’ll go away ? They’ll never go away, sorry. I mean, I have never bought someone’s weird leggings or makeup, and they still invite me constantly, so I am going to assume it’s a lost cause.
OMG can you just see Hershel whipping that out? Though I assume Hershel was anti-abortion, as a southern Christian dude. I mean, does tansy work? Wikipedia didn’t really tell me. This is good information to have during the Trump administration hahah.
I mean, if Enid is growing on you, I guess I can live with her. I assume she and Carl become a thing? Since they were sort of headed there before. GLENN I cannot. I am almost at S7 too, which is scary. Because I am obviously afraid to watch whatever it is! Rosita… ugh, I have no idea what is happening with her and Abraham and Sasha- I am pissed because Abraham is like, pining over Sasha but still sleeping with Rosita and she is making him presents and shit? Like no pal, this is not okay! I ummm… actually don’t hate Rick and Michonne? Like- it was insta-lovey obviously, and totally out of the blue, but… it’s sort of cute? And Carl was even kind of okay with it? Idk. I’m a sap 😀 But SERIOUSLY, where are my Caryl scenes?! I am not even getting any friend-Caryl scenes, this is not okay.
The gang is at that… hill museum house thingy with Jesus. Which… is a weird sentence hahah. It’s moderately interesting at the moment, but it’s going to get annoying, isn’t it?
I think you’re right about Gemina being the scariest. I liked it- I just liked Illuminae a little more maybe? And I thought Obsidio started a little slow, and ended a little neat, but the middle part was good at least. And YES- especially by the end, every other word seemed to be blacked out and it drove me insane! Like- it took me out of the reading moment because I was practically trying to translate!
I actually wonder if it’s harder to read in print, because the coloring of some of the pages were NOT easy on the eyes. And yeah, I don’t blame you, because now I am trying to decide if I need to keep the series, and ugh. But someone told me that there were some kind of hidden phrases on the cover, so I really want to find those at least first!
OH that is a good call, I DO like that- they do their own thing, but then they come together at the end to discuss it! That could work for sure. Almost how Kabby was throughout S4- a couple scenes here and there, but they had their own missions and touched base when they could. That I could definitely work with! Oh yeah, Clarke would have kept the hydro generator. No question. And I am with you, it would have been the right call. Like- you can save those randos, sure, or you could save 500 people. Easy choice. And like you said, they could have found them again! And seriously, Clarke WAS pretty awesome to Bellamy in spite of his shitty decision.
Hahhah Jaha sorting scrap was such a highlight! And yes, it is adorable that Bellamy wanted Clarke to come! Harper IS awesome when she’s in fighting mode. And O…. damn. One of my favorites is when she kills that dude and then puts up her hood and says “Long live the king” bwhahah. I actually LIKE that Jaha never apologized for Jake! I mean, he wasn’t sorry! He did what he thought he had to do, and I think that was kind of his point to Clarke, and I think in that moment, Clarke finally understood how Jaha was able to float his best friend. I agree, I think Heavy Lies the Crown is one of the strongest episodes, especially so early in the season!
YES you are so right about Echo- she practically BEGS Roan to let her spy on them! Which I think is why it is so shocking later that she helps them and freaking ends up living with them! Because she was willing to kill every last one of them over… well, over Nia’s beef with them basically. I think Echo will stay tough, but maybe a little more… level headed? Like she’ll not take anyone’s shit, but she’ll be a bit more rational about who she fights I think. Since Azgeda is basically not a thing for her to worry about anymore.
I’m kind of curious about him in Black Sails! I didn’t think I’d like Roan, honestly. BUt then… I did. And the fact that both Roan as a character AND Zach as a human ship Bellarke is hilarious. Monty is seriously awesome, especially in S4- I mean, he saves the day in HLtC, saves it AGAIN in Tinder Box with Riley, then opens the bunker, saves Clarke and Spacekru after Bellamy crashes, AND hooks the air up in the Ark. They DID basically break up right there- but since it was never “official”, and everyone figured Bryan would be back, there was no closure! Nope, it wasn’t Trikru, it was Trishanakru who challenged Roan- Ilian’s clan. And Indra was… filming some other show I suppose hahha.
SO The Four Horsemen! (Ep3) I like this one too. Mostly because of the Bellarke/Jaha trip, Murphy being a good guy, and THE LIST. The List moment was kind of the best. And I kind of enjoyed Jaha’s weird conspiracy theories, and hearing about Second Dawn. And Raven, she needed to be taken down a notch at that point, but sad that it took Aria’s death for it to happen. And then of course, the nightblood thing starts to take shape. And O lets Gaia live and kills some rando- that is irritating actually. The whole storyline of the flame and the temple and the “tech” was annoying!
I am going to watch the Eddie Murphy thing after I finish this because it is getting late 😀 I love stand up in general, so I definitely won’t ignore or delete! (Plus, it’s worth it just to watch him want us to take him seriously in that orange jumpsuit ?)
RIGHT? Like on what planet is JASPER too good for HARPER? He would have SO regretted it- and I think it’s part of why he doesn’t want to live in the end. Not necessarily because of Harper herself, but because Monty has someone and he feels extra alone, because now even his best friend has someone important. Yeah, Abby was at work ALL the time, and they would just let Jake wander around the yard and such! HA that will be what happens if/when I ever age Jake up- he can invite everyone over for a party. Though… most of these people are related to each other, aren’t they?
Oh so you’re by Scranton? I used to work with people from Wilkes- Barre (which I don’t think is TOO far away?) at the old company I used to work for. My boss was there for a time (I reported to her remotely) along with a couple of co- workers that I never met but talked to all the time. Cool…
Exactly. Plus I get the impression that Scotland’s weather sucks, quite frankly! Although to be fair I think the UK’s as a whole does, from what I hear. In terms of rain anyway. But Edinburgh does seem like a really cool city to explore.
Yup, two couples- both with relationship drama- seemed a bit much. Although I liked Hanna/ Nik more than Kady/ Ezra, so maybe I’m glad they did that, but still… it is a good point. Ella tho is definitely my MVP of the story.
I never really got why those dudes were sorta zombies either, so don’t feel bad. I honestly don’t know how HBO keeps subscribers??
Yeah they’re fun in a totally different way, but the younger ages ARE the best. They were so stinkin cute you know? Not that they aren’t now, but you know… at that age. 🙂 Course there are benefits too, like being able to leave them alone and it not being a big deal now. Or when the grab Divergent or an avengers graphic novel and I can actually discuss it with them. 🙂 But I feel your pain about Youtube! My kids are always on that thing and I’m one of these “use Youtube w/ caution” people lol- I mean we’ve talked before about how my parents were pretty hands-off in terms of knowing what I was doing, and I’m trying NOT to be that way, without of course going overboard right? *sigh* 🙂
Ooh more trailer! Hey did you see this? http://www.denofgeek.com/us/tv/the-100/271946/the-100-season-5-bellarkes-post-time-jump-status Gah??
Sadly, I concur. I mean some of those games I played FOUR years ago and still get requests. And I don’t know if tansy works, I was like thinking the same thing!!!
They have totally dropped the ball on Caryl. No question. Yeah Rosita/ Abraham/ sasha- ugh. The sooner that’s over the better. Enid and carl do sorta get together, but I don’t think it’s like super involved? Enid gets close to Maggie at some point and that makes her a bit more interesting, although she’s kinda like Maggie’s assistant almost? IDK.
Ah Jesus. You’re in the fun times (not). No it has potential- what really makes me mad is Rick tries to be proactive in taking the Saviors out, he totally underestimates them and as you’ll see at the end of 6 things get tough. And they totally get out- maneuvered which pissed me off, because they should have been smarter than that! And then the S7 premiere I think is the horrible one where it all hits the fan with Glenn and whatever. Just so you don’t get blindsided… 🙂 and yeah Richonne isn’t bad, it’s not my favorite relationship but it certainly isn’t the worst one either!
The head guy at the Hilltop- recognize him from 12 Monkeys? Xander I think he is…
Ooh hidden phrases? Color me intrigued… 🙂
Yeah I really liked how Clarke was so matter-of-fact about it. Like she knows Bellamy is gonna make a different call sometimes, and she just goes with it. Those two so rock! But I would like them to be a little smarter at times- like making that kind of snap decision when EVERYONE’S life is at stake, and they clearly could have ambushed later- it’s just kinda iffy writing. I mean there were options and they acted like there weren’t ANY.
Jaha sorting scrap- yeah it’s such a different dynamic with Jaha NOT in charge! I like it better! And him trying to be all repentant, but then at the same time by the end of the season he’s back to choosing survivors, along with Kane. Poor guy can’t stop being in that position can he??? I liked that O moment too -she’s so badass now.
I think you’re right about Echo. My thing there is so often shows make someone badass when they’re an antagonist, and then once they become a “good” guy they lose all their fighting ability, or are not nearly as formidable. I mean she beat Octavia, trounced Roan when he wasn’t at peak form, she’s obviously a skilled warrior, and I hope they retain her edge? Even if she is more level now, which I agree is nice. Remember how I used to hate her lol??
Oh shit- I had a brain freeze and was thinking Trikru and Trishanakru were the same. Silly me. See that’s what I get for taking so much time off with the show ha ha! And Roan does have some similarities with Zach’s character from Black Sails, but his BS character was a lot more ruthless. But you still liked him because he was still better than some of those guys! Plus he was fun too.
Ah the list. I love the list, and all the drama of that. Ditto with Second dawn and this mysterious bunker 🙂 Jaha’s useful whether they like him or not! Plus you know concealed bunkers in a post apoc are like catnip anyway! I didn’t watch the episode though, I’m gonna try to squeeze it in tonight. My friend from Chicago is coming to town tomorrow so I have to get a few things ready… I’ve hardly gotten anything done on the blog today! Still I haven’t seen him in like a year and a half, so it will be nice… I agree the flame/ temple/ tech stuff is iffy, although I do kinda like that the Grounders ended u worshiping stuff that Becca put in play. Kinda crazy, although I don’t think 100 years roughly is enough time for that “mythology” to entirely develop, but it is what it is.
That Eddie Murphy thing is… um, not exactly politically correct, and every other word is m-f’er so fair warning lol. Should warned you yesterday I guess! But I love the whole cook out/ Aunt Bunny falling down the steps thing. I’m not sure what that say about me ha ha but there it is! But oh my gosh the jumpsuit! And why does one like button it only at the BOTTOM? Like why bother at that point? Oh my gosh that is so bad… my favorite line might be “shut up Eddie. I know you’re seven…” lolol.
Yeah Harper gave him his opportunity! I don’t know what he was holding out for… well okay probably Octavia, granted, but she was never gonna go for him! Although I guess in S1 he did have a LITTLE hope… but yeah. And I think you’re right about him being alone, and how ironic that now it’s MONTY who’s with Harps. That might sting a bit. 🙂
Oh my gosh that SIMS update was the best! How ever much work you put into it, it was worth it! I mean some of those storylines are better than some of the shit we watch on TV! I so need to get that game. I love how there’s totally four factions, and each one has their own things going on even if they crossover a little bit (looking at YOU Murphy ha ha with his extracurricular bath outings…)
Does this look pretty good or what? https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=wcp_0aIaQKY
No, Wilkes-Barre is super close! Actually- it’s like 10 minutes from where my parents live, not even, and it’s where I went to high school! And, it’s the area that I am going to be moving to! SUCH a small world, your boss must have thought it was… an interesting place hahahah.
I started reading a book last night, and guess where they’re headed? Edinburgh! How funny! You’re right though- the weather does NOT seem ideal. And I mean, it would extra suck if the few days you were there, it was gross. You know where else looks amazing and underrated? Croatia. And the weather looks nice too.
I actually agree, Hanna and Nik were at least… Idk, a more compelling story? I liked that they kind of hated each other at first, too. Kady and Ezra… there was no real question, we already knew they loved each other! Ella really WAS the best though, screw everyone else.
I figure HBO keeps people JUST because of shows like GoT these days? Like- years ago, it was probably the novelty, and the fact that they were basically the ONLY movie channel for awhile. Now, it’s the shows I guess.
Seriously, babies are fun because they never talk back or give you attitude haha. But they also never sleep and can do nothing for themselves, which is a downside for sure. Leaving them alone sounds kind of amazing hahah- I look forward to the time when they can wake up whenever they want but also so can I because they don’t need me to be right with them at every second. Ugh, right with the YouTube nonsense? I guess I am lucky because right now, all Lena watches is these annoying grown ass women playing with kid’s toys? Only they don’t just play, they use these creepy, high pitched voices to go along with it and they could give headaches to the dead. So… not inappropriate, but I want to scream. Yeah- I think if it seems *too* taboo they’d want to watch it MORE? Which is why I am pretty chill about it. Though some days are easier than others!
YES more trailer- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17txKtoXB48&feature=youtu.be I did see the Den of Geek thing! It sounds interesting! OH also, I NEED this poster- https://twitter.com/The100S5/status/977338519541526529 from WonderCon. And, apparently they are going to be showing the first 20 minutes of Eden AT WonderCon in like, the next few minutes. Also, the first 28 minutes of the Season 5 premiere will just focus on Clarke. OH and this is going to be periodically updated- https://www.hypable.com/everything-we-learned-the-100-season-5-wondercon/ So. That is a lot of news for one day hahah.
Seriously, they DID drop the ball with Caryl. Speaking of, why is Carol with Dude Who Isn’t Daryl? No one asked for that! Um idk if you remember it, since it was back in S6, but holy crap, what Abraham said to Rosita before he left might be the cruelest thing I’ve ever heard. I kind of want him to be eaten by zombies. Or Rick, since he bites people now. I am glad that Enid and Carl isn’t a big thing. That would be weird. I think I can already see Enid looking up to Maggie, because she was willing to help Glenn for her, so that’s cute!
I’m definitely getting deeper into Negan, ugh. And the worst part is, I know it’s only just beginning, this won’t be a few episodes and done. Ughhhh. I mean- they took out that first group, so it totally makes sense that they’re going to underestimate whoever else is out there. I just… how many the hell people can be part of this group!? They’ve already killed dozens! I almost don’t mind Jesus or the Hill Top group, but I can see this getting stupid. I mean, there was a whole episode of Carol pretending to be weak and then saving herself and Maggie which… okay, we’ve already seen that one. I agree about Richonne- it isn’t Caryl or anything, but it’s definitely not as fucked up as Sasha/Abraham! I am on Episode 14 of S6- so I am SO CLOSE to the awfulness. I am on the fence about whether to power through, or look up spoilers. I have a feeling I will power through though, and then regret it, and then you can say you told me so 😀
Oooh I thought that guy DID look familiar, but I didn’t know why! I will have to look up Xander, why don’t I remember him? The name is familiar too though. And I will let you know if I ever figure out what the Obsidio hidden things are!
YEP that is one of the best parts about Bellarke- they just trust each other’s decisions that much! And I mean- I get what you’re saying, it IS kind of sloppy- but also, think about being in crappy situations in life, we don’t always make the best choice either? So I guess on some level, it’s realistic? That is what I tell myself since I love the show so much, anyway hahh.
YES SAME! I like Jaha when he’s just “wise older fellow”, imparting lessons to the next generation. He’s more chill- and more likable. You’re right though, he simply can’t stay away from the leadership role- though I think that is just how some people in general are, you know? And end up being looked upon for leadership forever.
HA I still think Echo is shady, actually! I mean- I don’t know if I’d trust her if I was Skaikru? Even now. But I agree- she’s WAY too badass to make into a “good guy”, and I don’t think they will. IN fact, I think she’s going to have a really hard time coming to terms with the fact that she’s basically not even Azgeda anymore. It was one thing when she was in space, another when she comes face to face with actual Azgeda- especially since they know she was banished.
It’s kind of an easy mistake- especially because in the beginning, Trikru was often referred to as Trigedakru. Trishanakru’s only real claim to fame is Ilian and radioactive butterflies. But yes, this is a good lesson that you should never take too much time off from watching 😀 Yeah, I figured Zach is probably cast a LOT as tough bad guy. I kind of like that they didn’t go that route with Roan, actually. Like sure he was tough, but not even as much as the other leaders.
YES I love that Jaha is useful even when they’d have rather cast him out! The List. I love how dramatic the list became- and how Clarke never even wanted to make the damn thing, but they made her anyway. And then she STILL took the blame for it (I would have thrown Raven under the bus tbh ?) AW no worries, I am glad your friend is coming, that is so nice! I hope you have a great visit with him! Do you have anything exciting planned? I watched A Lie Guarded (Er… ep 4) last night, so I’ll just pause until you’ve caught up, let me know when you’re there! Oh, and I agree, it was what, 97 years? No way do you have time for full blown religions to form! Though I guess desperate times? I hope we get more info on that honestly!
HA well, I think pretty much ALL comedy from back in the day (and really, even now, stand up in general) isn’t exactly PC. I’m good, I don’t require content warnings, but I appreciate it 😀 I love how he is like “don’t go to cookouts” bwhahah. I mean, it’s not bad advice? ? Though dont’ you kind of want to meet his family? Aunt Bunny sounds goddamn terrifying but also hilarious. It DOES seem horrible but… how can you NOT laugh at the falling down the steps, especially when he does all the voices! Good point about the jumpsuit- why is it open at the top!!? It doesn’t make sense!
I mean, Harper dodged a bullet there, let’s be real. Octavia… it was so clear that she was just being kind and was never going to be interested! I do wonder what he thought about Monty and Harper- because Jasper and Harper barely had any interaction after S1- remember how condescending he was to her in Mt Weather? Ugh. Honestly the more I think about Marper, the more I like them- I mean, they’re both awesome and I feel like they work well together, both have different strengths and such.
AW thanks! I wish you could have like… actually SEEN the stuff, because it is more funny when you can watch it I think? It was hard to figure out HOW to get the shit into a post! But I agree, the storylines DID get pretty funny- it’s basically what would have happened if they didn’t have to worry about staying alive all the time!
Oh my goodness YES, I saw that last night and I was going to send it to you! Love it ? OMG watch it again- at 48 seconds, I swear they are in the bunker. Like THE bunker! We will have to watch this! At first I was like “oh May, that’s far away” but ummm it really isn’t, holy crap.
Oh cool! It’s nice going back to somewhere familiar sometimes! My old boss never said anything bad about it that I remember, I always got the impression she liked where she lived! She was really nice- her and the co- workers were super easy to get along with. She came to town once and took me out to dinner, very easy to work for. She was a little older and so down to earth.
Edinburgh! Nice ha ha- very timely! Yeah for some reason I want to go there and wander the winding streets, and find all the bookstores! But yeah the weather looks VERY iffy, yikes. I’d be close to France though, relatively. 🙂 Croatia DOES look nice. That whole Adriatic sea area…
Hanna had tons of attitude and I liked that she was buying drugs from the criminal guy. 🙂
Yeah it’s nice when they’re old enough to be semi- independent. Like if you wanna go to the store you don’t have to worry- they’ll occupy themselves lol. It is freeing in a lot of ways, the downside of course is you miss how cute and sweet they were, since they start to develop that teenage attitude! Tradeoffs I guess… 🙂
Ooh I think the high pitched voices would kill me! Ack. Youtube is such a mixed blessing, isn’t it? Mine mostly stay on appropriate sites or videos/ whatever, and I trust them for the most part, they’re good kids, but… I’m not stupid lol. My parents didn’t know jack about what I watching/ doing so I have to assume I don’t either?!? Which is somewhat frightening!! Although I think they’re more goody- goody than I was…and I don’t mean that in bad way, it’s excellent, but I just had more freedom and with that you just watch more, you know, iffy stuff for your age or whatever. Although at least we didn’t have Youtube!
Ooh that promo looks amazing! I guess we’re seeing that some people in the bunker don’t want to be Onekru, and O is clearly not having that! Wow! So the first 20 mins of Eden will be out there for a MONTH- you know people are gonna talk/ spoil, so I guess we’re gonna know about that! BUT… if it’s all Clarke, then at least they won’t be spoiling Spacekru or Bunkerkru, presumably. I need that poster too…
Abraham was horrible to Rosita I couldn’t believe it. And yeah what’s with rando sleeping companion for Carol? Her and Daryl are like awkward eighth graders at a school dance FFS. *shakes head* I give up with those two.
Negan is awful, and I had issues with Rick deciding he’s going to just proactively murder now. And then after they do that (forcing people like Glenn to kill people when they don’t want to) he still fucks it up, I mean that’s not a spoiler since you KNOW it’s coming, but yeah. So it’s all a mess. As for powering through, yeah I almost keep spoiling you but then I stop myself, so I will be good. 🙂 BUT… I’ve heard it’s bad, so I hope it turns out not be TOO gross…
Yes I haven’t looked at the Obsidio cover so I haven’t a clue!
True that, and it’s easy to second- guess when I’m not THERE. And look at me talking like it’s a real thing! Wait… it isn’t, is it?? *looks around confused* But I DO love how Bellarke just flow, they just kinda work so well together. Thinking back to S1, they’ve come SO far…
Jaha wasn’t bad in season 4! Agree, he’s like a wise elder now (who almost just killed them all, but that’s just a minor detail ha ha). And he has an iPad, so clearly he has his shit together!
Good points about Echo! And I hope you’re right. Because I’m here for shifty, bitchy Echo who they still can’t trust. ESPECIALLY if she’s in a relationship with Bellamy! I can see it now- him intro-ing her to Clarke – “Hi this is Echo. She hates you on sight probably, she killed my sister (long story), she cheated during Conclave by shooting arrows into people, and she’s just an all- around untrustworthy person, but she’s great when you get to know her!”
It’ll be interesting to see what Zach is in next. His character in Black Sails was very interesting- I didn’t think of him as evil per se, more just amoral, although I guess in fairness if you’re a pirate you’re sorta evil by definition, if you’re killing other people just to take their stuff and because you don’t want to, you know, work a regular job or whatever. I mean everyone’s job sucks lol but some of us just can’t decide well I guess I’ll kill and steal from now on, that’ll be more fun! But still, you kinda like the guy because he’s just good enough that he’s sort of in that middle ground…
So… I’m stuck back on episode 2 because my friend from Chicago was in town and I’m just now getting on line tonight. We actually did some gaming, I wrote up a game scenario for him to run through with his characters- it was fun! We last played a year and a half ago- life you know- so we don’t do it very often, and TBH I was pretty much over RPG games but I found this map that looked awesome, and so I wrote it out and was so excited to run it. We had a blast! Played til about 6:30 in the morning- just like old times lol. O.o Oh and thanks for waiting! I’m hoping to binge some this weekend? And yes, we NEED to know more.
Oh good, glad it didn’t offend ha ha, I didn’t think it would, honestly, but it’s also NSFW or kids obviously and I didn’t want to you know traumatize anyone! Oh hi mom/ child/ whoever as Eddie rants and says m-f’er every two seconds lol. But yeah cookouts, especially of the family variety? Just asking for trouble. And if Aunt Bunny’s a Bigfoot- seriously why did they let her go upstairs? They should just put one of those $150 cat trees next to the stairs and let her just shimmy her ass up. IDK…
*nods* about Marper. Harps deserves some happiness after her drilling experience and just the general trauma of being part of Delinquentkru, and Monty’s not an ass. He’ll treat her right presumably, and she can teach him to shoot and kick people’s ass and stuff. It’s win-win. I still think it’s too bad they went the way they did w/ Jasper…
Oh I imagine it’s a RIOT watching it in real time. The next time you play you should live tweet. Or just provide little updates. Like a little weekly day in the life feature from everyone’s favorite post apoc crew! Er, kru. Ha kidding but it DOEs sound fun! And I have no idea how you made the slideshow but it was awesomesauce.
YES right?? Ha that’s funny! The bunker- really? *sputters* I am there. YES absolutely we need to watch. I think it’s going to be great, and it’s from Denmark apparently! I thought it looked amazing!!!
Ooooh so wait, your boss was FROM here!? Wow, really is a small world! I mean- it’s not a terrible place to live, I just feel like people who aren’t from here often find it… quaint is a polite word haha. It sounds like they were nice people though! I am so curious as to if I’d know it!
Edinburgh also sounds quaint, but in the good way ha. It’s funny because in the book, it gives off a vibe of like, small town place where you could go wander around a bookstore! In fact, I think one of the characters DOES go to a bookstore. I mean… you wouldn’t be close enough to France to like, commute ? So I suggest living IN France, and taking a week-long trip to Edinburgh or something. Win-win. Croatia looks like it’s a more low-key Greece, basically. Every time I hear about it, I always wonder why no one ever talks about Croatia! Underrated, I think.
Hanna WAS fun, though I feel like I related to Kady more, probably because she was a goody-goody 😀 DUDE. Jay and Amie HAVE to be The 100 fans! So I looked at the jacket of Gemina, and the hidden message says “Now I am become death, destroyer of worlds…”!! Let me find the others! I cannot find any on Obsidio, I feel like I am being messed with. I also can’t find one on Illuminae, but I have an ARC so the dust jacket is obviously not final.
What if they have already developed the teenage attitude? I feel like that probably doesn’t bode well hah. But seriously, it would be amazing to just like… run for coffee without an ordeal! But I figure, I certainly can’t wish the younger years away- I will miss them when they’re gone for sure!
The voices absolutely would kill you. They make me twitch after awhile. And yeah- it IS a mixed blessing! Because I won’t lie, sometimes I will think to myself “fine, watch this annoying woman shrieking into the TV, for you are leaving me alone”. Which… okay maybe not the *best* parenting techniques ever, but alas. But then… yeah, I definitely worry about what they’ll see. Or what they’ll find when I stop paying attention. I am scared because I had lots of free reign like you, but I was also a super goody-goody, so I never did anything “bad”? Like- the worst thing I watched was The Real World, and it wasn’t like my parents didn’t know? I had a TV in my room since I was 12, and it was fine. But I have a feeling that mine will be SO much shadier- especially Lena, she’s shady already!
Yeah, I think that some people in the bunker will NOT like some of O’s decisions. Which… understandable since she starts eating them. And I assume that the Wonkru business works for awhile- you know, while they’re all super relieved to be one of the few people still alive- but then as the bunker gets more and more awful, they start to rebel. I am DYING that people have seen the first 20 minutes. Jason tweeted that he tried to get them to release it to everyone, which is really sweet. But seriously, how has it not leaked anywhere!? I stayed away from the spoilers, though- I either want to watch the 20 minutes, or wait. I don’t need some lucky bastard who got to be there narrating it for me! And the poster, seriously. I am only seeing signed ones so far, which of course are like $100. Sigh. I wish someone would be selling just a regular one!
Caryl ARE like 8th graders at a school dance, perfect analogy! I mean, I will never give up, so… one of them better not die. Oh Abraham. I mean. Look, I was pissed at him, I won’t lie, but they didn’t have to do THAT. Jesus. I’ll be crying over Glenn forever. Bye. So, it wasn’t… it wasn’t *as* horrible as I was expecting, though I did watch the Glenn part through my fingers because I was so upset. I mean… there were tears, I won’t lie. I think the worst part wasn’t even the gore (because I know it’s fake maybe? Idk, but the whole episode was awfully gory, like heads were coming off of zombies all over and shit?) but that Negan is so AWFUL for no reason. Like- he didn’t have to kill any of them, and he sure didn’t have to kill them in that way. Daryl… ugh, Daryl is never going to forgive himself, is he? Will Maggie ever forgive him? I don’t know, it’s going to be brutal, ugh.
Seriously though, ballpark for how long I have to deal with this Negan bullshit? Because it is hard to watch, frankly. I assume that this… King Whoever and his people are going to help Alexandria and Hilltop fight them? Because they keep whining about numbers and suddenly numbers appear so…
HA I mean… the writing room is a real thing? So you could have been *there*, if only they’d get their shit together and hire us. Goodness, Bellarke HAVE come so far- remember when they basically wanted to kill each other? And now they only TRUST each other? It’s pretty epic.
Seriously, Jaha is the only person who can Google post-apocalypse, so I guess he wins? I am really curious to see what you think of him after rewatching S4- because of course, he gets pretty assholey around the Conclave time. BUT as much as I wasn’t a fan of it, I am still not sure he was wrong? Well, that’s an in depth conversation for about a week or two from now hahah.
HAH I am DYING at Bellamy’s Echo intro ? Because… seriously! That is their entire story. Plus, she couldn’t *be* untrustworthy in space, because she knew that the ball was in their court, you know? She acts out of line, she gets floated. But like, when she’s back with other Grounders… well, who knows really!
Ooooh I could see Zach doing amoral- think you’re right, pirates do by definition have some shady moral compass anyway. Or maybe some of them operate under the whole Robin Hood notion, you know? Idk if you read Blackhearts, but the pirate dude was actually a pretty nice guy? It sounds like that might be how Zach’s character is- does some questionable stuff but isn’t really a bad dude by nature.
No worries! It sounds like you had a very nice visit, which is most important! Gaming until 6:30 am!? That is… impressive hahah. But since you don’t get to do it often, definitely worth it I’m sure! Did he go back to Chicago already? And of course, not a problem, we have time 😀
Bwhahah yeah can you even imagine? My kids going to school, repeating the Eddie Murphy routine? Then I have to explain why they’re not welcome back, etc etc. It’s funny because that IS how family cookouts are! My parents used to do one, and they’d invite all my grandma’s sisters, who they basically cannot stand, and then spend the weeks before and after bitching about it and I’d be like… but okay, why are you DOING this then!? I kind of want to see this Aunt Bunny bwhaha, she sounds like a mess of a person! ?
YES exactly! Honestly, Monty is a good catch! I didn’t feel their chemistry at first, but I do now, and I think they really work. They’re both smart enough to have some good conversations, and they clearly provide Raven with a lot of entertainment, so there’s that. And yeah, Harper can teach him all the physical stuff and he can teach her how to… grow algae I guess. I know, it IS kind of sad the way Jasper turned out but… someone had to, right? Wouldn’t have been realistic if everyone was strong.
Oh I will definitely give updates! I think the updates can be fun, when someone does something really ridiculous. Like when the house caught on fire and no one would put it out. Part of me wants to play it again even though I don’t have to do the post, but then I feel like I could be doing something more productive? Like… not neglect my poor blog? But… maybe I will for a few minutes 😀 OH the slideshow. Let me tell you. That was a pain in my ASS. I had to upload each file ONE BY ONE because the plugin is pretty shitty. THEN, after putting them all in order.. they were backward, so it started with the LAST one instead of the first one I uploaded. Because again, fuck this plugin. So then I just randomized them, but typed in details so they made sense. Which took forever. Basically, I recommend none of this, except maybe the actual game hah.
YESSS did you see it? I swear it is THE bunker. I mean, I think anyway. OOOH Denmark, I wondered where! I had heard “Scandinavian” but that covers a lot of ground. It really does look amazing! And a little different than the other shit that’s already out there, thank goodness!
Yeah she lived in Wilkes- Barre. I don’t know if she was FROM there but she lived there, was divorced I wanna say but I’m not sure (it’s been a while). Her name was Becky Kohli. Super nice. And her employees there (my co-workers even though we were in different places) were Lizette Barrager and Christine Grieves. Know em?? 🙂
I agree about Croatia. There’s a blogger that lives over that way, I don’t think it’s Croatia (maybe it is) or maybe Slovenia? IDK. But she’d post pics occasionally and it looked nice. I agree about France though- I probably have it backwards! Live THERE and visit Edinburgh, not the other way around!!!
That cinches it! They’re fan and they’re punking us lol. You know if either of us ever make it to a signing for them the question HAS to be asked. Ha ha but how do these hidden messages work? Am I out of the loop on this? Although I have the ebooks obviously so I probably can’t access them anyway… still this is a most curious mystery!!
Yeah mine did too to a certain extent I suppose. Develop the attitude I mean. But they’re good kids. Probably more disciplined than me? Like I kinda hated school (not learning, just school) so I kind of assumed they would too, but they mostly like it? Well one does anyway. the other is kinda not impressed right now but I mean they seem so more mellow about it than, say, I was. Which is good, of course! Oh and I totally agree, savor the moments because you’ll look back and be like where did the cute little kid go that I could pick up? And who used to want to actually spend time with me lol instead of wanting you to quit bugging them? the change kinda creeps up on you and then it’s there and you’re like- when did that happen? At least it was for me.
“twitch” lol. I can see where that would happen. Oh I was just watching Maximum Overdrive for this weeks Sucky Movie and one of the actresses has this SUPER high voice, and her character bitches all the time with that voice and that was part of her character shtick, right, but I was like man that is irritating. And I think she went on to be in a few things, which surprised me. I’ll have to look it up again, I don’t remember the details! All that trivia stuff pops up when you watch those movies on Prime… anyway I’m digressing clearly. But to your point… yeah I know what you mean. Like it’s not the shows they watch on Youtube, it’s the ads they might see or the comments on the video, cause you know how the comments can be. I mean who knows what they’re seeing there, but I can’y really just like forbid Youtube? Well I could but they’d be the only kids in school that couldn’t go there, and that causes its own problems. And I had kids why? lol kidding 🙂
You know, I had a TV in my room too, and I wasn’t “bad”, but it was just more I would watch HBO and see all the strong sexual content and graphic violence as they put it, and some of that stuff that I watched I don’t want them seeing?? I’m pretty protective I guess when it comes to that stuff? Like they don’t even watch Riverdale- they haven’t asked to so I don’t suggest ha ha- but then one had her friend over who watches it and they like binged some episodes, and I winced a bit. I feel like my girls are pretty sheltered? I’m definitely more involved in what they can watch than my parents, who were totally hands off (and that still amazes me to this day). And… mentioning shady… yeah my younger one is a bit that way too, like she’ll conveniently “forget” or stuff like that and I’m like- yeah right. Nice try there kiddo.
“starts eating them”. Nice. Yeah that could be a morale buster I suppose. Although they should be glad to get rid of Jaha, since he may gas them again. But I’m surprised it hasn’t leaked too. I bet it will. At some point. And spoiler hound that I am will be all over it. Although I should really try to assert some self discipline really. But yeah the fact that some people have SEEN part of S5 and we haven’t is really quite rude!
Ah so you’ve seen it. Glad it wasn’t TOO bad. Yeah I was trying not to spoil Abraham. He kinda grew on me a bit (other than his atrocious treatment of Rosita) but… oh well. Yeah it sucks they had Daryl sort of feel responsible for that. Fucking Negan, I hate him. And he’s not even a good villain. But he fucking TALKS your ear off FFS. I can’t believe how he drones on and on. I’m so over it.
Um, Negan is still ongoing, so … yeah. They’re at war now though, supposedly. and have been all season, because again this show is so decompressed time-wise. I mean it feels like only a few days have gone by but the season’s almost over? And yes King dipshit does become an ally, and the tiger thing? Again, they’re just trying to ape the comics and it’s becoming so cumbersome.
It is pretty dang epic, the journey of Clarke and Bell. I mean I love some of the other characters too, but if I’m honest the show is probably my favorite show MOSTLY because of Bellarke. They’ve just had chemistry from the outset.
Exactly! That’s one thing you can say for Jaha, he inspires discussion! And right? How does google still exist for him (and only him?)
Ooh I like that. Back on the ground, does the “old” Echo reappear? What about her allegiance to Azgeda (although with her being exiled, maybe she’s a pariah). Or maybe after six years no one even cares about that anymore. Ergh I must know. But those interviews and stuff we’re seeing are talking about how tight each group is now to its own members, how Bellamy considers Spacekru his family now, so… allegiances may have shifted.
Zach’s character was kinda like that, but he’d kill without compunction too as a pirate, so I hesitate to say he was good at all. This all being relative of course. But he was less “bad”, or put another way he had a code of honor, loyalties to his friends, etc- a good streak maybe- whereas some of the pirates were just assholes/ murderers/ no redeeming qualities. Although as good as the show was, I still think it sugarcoated the whole pirate life thing to an extent. In RL those people were probably AWFUL. But I guess the show would have been boring then. It did occur to me a few times though- who should I be rooting for? That’s something the show did well- there really were no good guys? Everyone had an agenda, some were just less evil or ruthless than others, but they all did terrible things. Kinda like the 100!
Yeah, 6:30 lol , just like high school/ college days. And yeah he left, he was heading to Saginaw (other side of state) for ANOTHER session with some other guys, and to see some other people, but we had a great time. Nice to see him again for sure. And the adventure was awesome, I thought. Definitely paid off, he loved it.
Oh my gosh that would be hilarious. Okay, hilarious is probably not the right word, from your perspective. 🙂 The teachers certainly would not see the humor either, true. But the routine, even though it’s old, does crack me up. Aunt Bunny… SMH. I kinda liked him ripping Uncle Gus though too.
Yeah Monty’s a good egg. and seriously anyone who can kill his mom- twice- and not go nuts from grief has to be seriously mentally tough. I mean that’s just… IDK. And I’m still a little skeptical of those two, but I’ve mostly accepted it. I mean it’s not horrible, and it is kinda sweet. So yeah… and Raven needs to straight up learn to knock, given the last two times she barged in. I mean clearly they’re not READING in there FFS…
Ha ha just a few minutes right? *two hours later* And oh I feel that, I just had a feeling that slideshow was all kinds of complicated. But it was awesome too. I mean the sheer variety of stuff they can do really comes across… I’m always in awe of these games and how they’re programmed to do all this random stuff. Now we just need virtual reality where we can actually ENTER the game and see it all firsthand. Um, maybe…
WOW. IS that the bunker? You might be right. the whole hatch in the forest, plus that split second scene… but yeah I think I saw Denmark somewhere. I think it actually looks pretty good. and 8 episodes, so hopefully it will be a little tighter and not as drawn out as some of their shows. I’m actually kind of excited for it!
That is so funny! I find that most people who live here are from here? It’s one of “those” places 😀 I don’t think I know any of them! Which is kind of unusual in a smaller town! Of course sometimes women change their names and I get confused because maybe I did know them but now who knows hah. Was it like, a big company and such, all around the country?
Oooh you know I think I knew a blogger who lived somewhere in that area too! Though I can’t for the life of me remember her site. Or if she still blogs. And yes exactly- check the forecast for a non-shit week in Edinburgh, and then when the rain and wind comes in, hightail it back to France!
Oh YES, I wish there was one around here, I would go and ask! They seem like fun people in general, so I’d have gone to a signing for sure- especially since I bought the book anyway. So with Gemina, when you hold the dust jacket up to the light, the message shows up. But I couldn’t find it in the others, so Idk if they are the same thing? I mean, I will probably look at Illuminae’s at the bookstore, you could do that! I ummm frequently go to the book store and take off dust jackets to see what books look like “naked”, I don’t know if that is weird but I am always so curious to see finished copies!
Mine love to have attitude hah. I think you’re very lucky that yours are better than you were- I have set a pretty high standard hahah. I mean, only Lena is in actual school right now, and she LOVES it, so I hope that continues forever. But I get so nervous that I will not even really know HOW to deal with behavior stuff, especially since I find that I am pretty laid back- I don’t want to be *too* laid back of course, but some stuff that bugs other parents… Idk, it just doesn’t bother me? Which, who knows, maybe I will come to regret! You’re right, too- the changes are so slow, that you don;t really notice them until it’s like- wait, when did you get THAT old, child!?
Oooh I am curious about the Maximum Overdrive girl. If her Wikipedia page says she went on to have a moderately successful YouTube Toy career… well, I won’t be shocked 😀 (Also, I LOVE the trivia that pops up on Amazon Prime! I remember it being VERY handy when I watched Orphan Black.) And no, I agree completely- if you forbid it, the problems are twofold: One, they’d be singled out, which sucks, and then two, YouTube would be extra taboo and they’d probably seek out shit. So yeah, good call I think! And I won’t lie, I have asked myself “but why did I think this was a good plan?” from time to time ?
We didn’t have HBO so that probably helped with me not watching too much inappropriate stuff hah. Oh wow, not even CW teen dramas?! I watched ALL of those in my day! So… yeah, maybe a little sheltered hahah. Not that being sheltered is a bad thing! I think my whole thing is like… Idk, my parents were never weird about watching stuff, but they also weren’t open or willing to really talk about it? So I guess maybe I figure that if I am watching it with them or whatever, we can talk about stuff? But also I just am not that bothered by it in general- hence why I am reading Harry Potter to a 6 year old, I suppose. OH and seriously, I LOVE the shadiness (I do not, of course). Lena just flat out LIES and I am like… dude, we all have eyes, we SEE what happened. But she sticks with it so like, she has some perseverance? (Looking at the positive ?)
Seriously, that is a good point though- how can anyone trust Kane and Jaha in there after the culling? Especially people who woke up to their loved ones being GONE, no chance to even say goodbye? That should be interesting, I hope they tell a little bit of that part of the story. I have no doubt that you’ll be looking for spoilers- but if you want to resist, watch this- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-1Ksm6nDRo Zach moderates and it is hilarious. But I agree, I want to see it! It IS rude! It’s going to be so hard for me to stay away from spoilers this season since I followed so many The 100 accounts during the endless hiatus, ugh.
I mean, it wasn’t too bad for this show? Like- Negan just melted some dude’s face off, and so that to me was worse. Do you like… know what happened, or watch any of the episode where they died? Abraham must have been hard to not spoil, because I was bitching about wanting him dead! And now I am sad about it. And every time someone even mentions Glenn I tear up. Negan… see, the thing I hate about him the most is that he is cruel just because he wants to be cruel. And I HATE that type of villain. Not because it isn’t realistic even, but because I hate that someone like that exists in the world, and I think it makes me uncomfortable. You’re right, he talks a LOT. He’s having some kind of heart to heart with Carl right now and I am just… UGH I am sick of him. It’s another one of those long episodes (why are SO MANY long episodes?!) and I just… if they cut out a damn fraction of his dialogue it wouldn’t have been.
NOOO NO NO NO he is STILL AROUND!? Jesus. I thought MAYBE I could make it through the rest of S7 with him, maybe. But TWO FULL SEASONS of this bullshit!?! I mean, how and why?? This war sounds stupid, but I am glad they’re at least taking care of this nonsense finally. All this “this is our life now” bullshit needs to STOP.
I agree, Bellarke really IS the heart of the show, like Jason says! Though the side characters are seriously epic too. Like- it’s crazy to think that not ONE character could die and it wouldn’t have a huge impact somehow. It’s impressive!
Tasya talks a little about Echo’s situation in that video above. I think it’s interesting, will she be true to Spacekru? Certainly there’s no love lost between her and O, so maybe that is a reason for her loyalty. And wiith Roan dead, maybe Azgeda is cool with Wonkru? I don’t know, I think that’ll be really interesting. I think you’re definitely right, we’re going to see some VERY weird allies.
HA Zach is always on shows where there are no good guys. Well- I think it can work, because maybe good for a pirate, even comparatively, makes sense. Because like you said, if there are just straight up awful pirates, Zach’s character must have had some kind of moral compass, at least. I kind of wonder what pirate life really was like. I mean, I can’t imagine it was as the show made it seem, but I also assume it wasn’t ALL debauchery? But maybe I am wrong!
Aw YAY that is really nice! I am glad that you had such a good time- it’s so refreshing to have a time like that with friends! He’ll need a vacation *after* his vacation if every group he stops to see keeps him up all night ?
EH the teachers are no fun then. Just because they don’t want all of kindergarten repeating inappropriate 80s standup… such wet blankets! Seriously, I feel like that stuff stands the test of time- because forever people are going to have family members who drive them insane!
Ha Monty and his mom, I mean, I wanted her dead, but I didnt want Monty to have to kill her at all, let alone twice! You know- I feel like Chrisley has more chemistry than Marper? OH maybe they are really in love, and so they’re awkward on camera! That would be kind of the best. HA right, what even, Raven!? It isn’t often that people get a chance to be alone around there, goodness girl, give them some privacy! Though maybe she was just jealous and sad and *wanted* to interrupt them? I mean, understandable.
HA yep- that is why I never play, because I end up sucked down a rabbit hole! Ooooh going into that sort of virtual reality, that would be CRAZY. Can you imagine the drama? And then trying to navigate life outside of it? Yikes, talk about a recipe for disaster. But it’d be basically living out a soap opera, and I would probably sign up, I won’t lie!
Maybe they have… one bunker blueprint circling around ? Oooh 8 episodes only?? I think I like that! I mean, unless i love the show and want more. But in that case I will assume job well done, so it’s a win-win! And yes, me too- especially since we’ll be waiting a week in between all our faves, it will be nice to be able to binge again!
My hometown is like that. Not somewhere people move TO lol. Although to be fair it didn’t use to be bad, growing up it was still okay, but now… it was a big GM town, so when the automaker left the economy wasn’t diverse enough to survive much. I’m glad to be elsewhere. Yeah I don’t know their exact ages though, so not sure if they were in school when you were or anything. They’re probably in their thirties roughly, Chris was a little older and Lizette was younger, but yeah… oh and the company was Choice One a telecom company. They’re called something else now, they’ve gone through mergers and stuff. It wasn’t a huge company, but they were expanding right up until the economy got bad and then they started losing money. They were based out of Rochester NY.
Dragons and Hearts was the one I was thinking of, I had to go check my blogroll because I haven’t seen anything from her in a while. She may have hiatused or quit or something. She’s from somewhere around there lol. And yeah that definitely sounds like the right plan! Sunny southern France preferably!
I have never done that, and even a lot of my own books I don’t think I’ve taken the jacket off. Although now… I will. You have me curious. You’re right though sometimes they do have cool stuff on the inside- love that!
Yeah I am pretty lucky actually. No real complaints. I’ve thought about this a lot given all the crap my sister has been through, and I keep going back and forth on nature vs nurture. I mean I think it’s both, but also- some kids just turn out good, you know? I mean they can get messed up, of course, but my girls (knock on wood) have been good. And I know my sister struggled even when she was younger- was it just because my parents screwed her up (probably part of it), but I always wonder- was she gonna have problems no matter what? Cause it kinda seems that way? Anyway, who knows.
I’m sure you’ll do fine. The “pick your battles” thing I do kinda subscribe to… like yeah I’m pretty involved but I don’t want to nitpick em either, you know? Gotta give em air to breathe. and frankly I LIKED having freedom and don’t want them to feel sheltered or whatever. Since they seem to make good choices I have to trust they will? But yea you always wonder… 🙂
Okay the Max Overdrive girl is Yeardley Smith, who is… wait for it… Lisa Simpson!! I had no idea. Wow. Somehow that has to find its way into my post, which I’ve already written. But to give you a taste of her, um, performance… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYZpqRwA6is
And exactly. That’s what I was thinking too. And frankly the stuff they hear in school is probably worse than anything on Youtube?? As they have pointed out… O.o
Perseverance is good ha ha! But yeah they watch stuff like Flash and the Marvel movies (they’re both REALLY into those right now), not so much stuff like Riverdale, which surprised me actually. And they’re reading the Percy Jackson stuff, Divergent, and whatever else they have in there. 🙂 So I haven’t had to worry too much about anything. But yeah I’d rather have em a little sheltered than running wild or something… but at the same time not TOO sheltered right?? Ugh 🙂
Yeah there has to be a subset of people in there who HATE Kaha at this point! I wonder if that plays a role? Ooh that panel looks awesome, I’ll definitely be watching.
I watched the beginning of the episode, skipped the actual deaths, and picked up right after that. So yeah I pretty much know, from articles I read. I heard about Glenn’s eye and all that. I agree about Negan, IDK if’s written really well in the comic and it just doesn’t translate to the screen, or what, but I am NOT impressed. And cruelty for cruelty’s sake is no interest to me either. But it’s the talking- he just goes on and on, the writers room goes crazysauce with him! In RL I’m not sure anyone would put up with it, he’s probably last 5 minutes?? The thing with him and Carl is dumb. Oh speaking of- I watched the midseason finale today. Talk about Negan being irritating! There are so many holes in that episode- plot wise- you could drive a truck through em. And… this is the episode where we see what’s going to Carl. I mean he’s not dead yet but we start to see what’s happening. Good riddance I say. He was annoying in this one too. And Eugene- someone needs to shoot his ass. This season is such fuckery…
Yeah… whatever comes after Negan I can’t wait. Unless it’s worse! But it’s two seasons of crap and I can kinda see why ratings are down. Carol is still badass but hardly does anything, and they spend inordinate amounts of time on characters like Eugene who suck. Daryl shows up here and there for a few minutes. Oh but I saw the FEAR trailer today- the new one. Here you go if you haven’t seen… https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=233&v=1t7FSFm2Niw
Yeah piracy’s kinda fascinating? Like there were some female pirates, like Anne Bonny, and they were either VERY tough or maybe they had reputations that gave them some protection, because realistically- not to be sexist- but alone on a ship full of men pirates, I mean that could be unpleasant. Maybe they weren’t all THAT bad, although I tend to assume they were? It would be cool to really know. Probably Black Sails is a little closer than Pirates of the Caribbean ha ha… but yeah Charles Vane (played by Zach) and the other big captain, Flint, were killers but they had a code of honor and could be trusted (I mean, kinda)… it really did make me wonder as I watched, who should I be rooting for? Maybe nobody!!
I love that Chrisley seem to have so much fun together. I think I like them better too! Cause in RL they can be goofy. And yeah Raven… I can see it too, it’s been a while since Wick. Marper are gonna need to lock the doors I guess if Raven’s around…although maybe up in Spacekru she finds a partner? Perhaps… Murphy??????
Oh I’d sign up. Maybe they’d be like todays MMO games, where you just immerse yourself in another world. Or Ready Player One I guess. But yes it would be weird… I bet some people would work all week and then spend their weekends in VR land. And what if you could interact with them instead of just observe? Kinda freaky… like a SIMS VR. Like you could be IN a movie like Mad Max Fury Road and if you die you’re slammed back into your body, but could go back in.
Yeah you have to rent the bunker and maybe it’s in demand? Like all the post apocs have to line up and sign up ahead… reserve a slot. Watch now we’ll see the bunker everywhere! And yes 8 episodes is good! Although in a case like Glitch it was arguably TOO many! Hopefully this won’t be like that. 🙂 April is gonna be a binge party all the way!!
It’s weird because this isn’t a BAD area per se, it’s just… old I guess? And by old I mean full of old people and not full of new industry, so it sounds a lot like your hometown! It used to be a huge coal mining area, and then when that died out they were like “okay cool let’s just die with it” (I mean, I will go ahead and assume that’s how it went down ?) I mean- it’s relatively safe, low cost of living, and it does have some stuff, but if you’re trying to further a career, it may not be the best place, you know? It’s funny though because even people who say they are never coming back always seem to come back anyway? I feel like I’d probably at least remember if I knew someone named Lizette, that is pretty unusual! I feel like SO many companies go through the whole merger thing, that would stress me out. Like what if the new people are awful!? I hope that wasn’t the case for your job.
YESS Kaja I think is her name? That is who I was thinking of too! You’re right, she hasn’t been around in a long time. Sad. Wow, I just went to her blog and she’s been gone for almost a year! Damn. You know, there are probably SO many people who have just vanished that we will never hear from again, that’s quite sad. Slovenia her blog says, you were right! ::Googles Slovenia to decide if I need to go there one day…:: As it turns out, I definitely do. Seems quite lovely, who’d have guessed? Mmm yes definitely southern France, so that there would be beaches nearby! I mean, the beach AND French pastries? I don’t actually think it gets better than that.
STOP, you have NEVER taken off your dust jackets!?! How do you even READ?! My mind is blown right now. That is straight up the very first thing I do when I get a hardcover. I am in shock! You must do this- it’s like Christmas, unwrapping a book present! And sure, sometimes it’s socks (aka, super boring and nondescript underneath) but sometimes your mind will be blown.
The nature versus nurture thing scares the hell out of me. Because yeah, how DOES it work? I used to think it was mostly nurture but I am not so sure now. And I think it’s scary because… well, I am kind of super worried about what the nature of my kids will BE- like, that stuff I told you about, it is terrifying knowing that THAT sort of awfulness could be in my kids’ DNA, what if I am powerless to stop it? I think ultimately it’s probably a combination. Maybe a kid is kind of predisposed, but then when there are issues with parents, it is that perfect storm that leads to having problems. That could be why your sister and you went down separate roads, you know? Because she was just always more at risk by nature, and the other crap just brought it to fruition.
Yeah I am definitely 100% a fan of picking my battles! I mean, if they start behaving badly because of something (I straight up had to ban Peppa Pig because Lena was being so mean- that Peppa is a real bitch) then yeah, or if it’s like, WAY too disturbing for a kid I am obviously going to put my foot down, but I think anything outside of that is like… meh, okay, let’s watch The 100 ? And I agree- I loved that my parents trusted me enough to make those calls. And I was SUPER responsible about them honestly. I am actually worried that I might give my kids *too* much credit, so I have to kind of watch myself there. I was basically one of those little weirdos who would parent herself- punish myself if I thought I needed to, etc. And most kids are not that level of strange haha.
I am laughing about Lisa Simpson, because ummm YEP that voice would definitely be annoying! Holy shit she sounds like fingernails on a chalkboard in that clip! That is way worse than even Lisa Simpson! I assume she is supposed to be horribly annoying? Because otherwise… just why? (And yes you MUST include that in your post, that is a fun fact!)
Oh goodness, it scares me for the things they will hear in school! Or on the bus, or basically anywhere. I remember the things I heard on the bus especially- they horrified my sheltered, innocent mind. One thing I am going to be really sad about is Lena is in a charter school now- do you have those there? Anyway, it’s great because it’s a super small size, only about 20 kids in each grade, so you kind of know what you’re dealing with. And when I have to move her… well, that’s scary. And I mean, at least YouTube has *some* content guidelines, whereas school… yeah. Yikes.
That is too cute, reading Divergent and such! Marvel movies are probably a bit less…. drama than Riverdale, so yeah, that makes sense! Maybe they just have really good taste and know that Riverdale sucks lately 😀 You’re right though, it is definitely a balance- you don’t want your kid knowing *nothing* out there (well fine, we do, but it’s probably bad for them hah) but you also don’t want them to be like, the source of the school’s “education” either- it’s hard to tell where the happy medium is.
I REALLY hope that it plays a role- I think it will, especially the people who hate Jaha. I mean, Kane too, but only Skaikru? Because the other clans will know that Kane fought for them I assume. But Jaha and Clarke locked them out. And Clarke isn’t there so… guess whose shoulders THAT falls on. The panel made me laugh- especially around minute 15 where Richard and Bob act like 12 year olds when Tasya said “duty” ?
Ah okay. So you do know basically what happened. I think with Abraham, it was pretty quick. But Glenn…. well, he tried to talk to Maggie, which was the awful part for me. Like- he was clearly already brain damaged and it was really awful. My biggest thing with Negan is the believability at this point. I mean, he treats everyone so horribly, even his own people, so…. why has no one just killed him? It would be REALLY easy, let’s be real. Like when Rosita stood like, 2 feet away from him and MISSED the shot? When she has been shooting people non-stop with perfect aim? Come on. And FINALLY Daryl mentions bombs- I kept asking myself why no one just bombed this fucker and his place and moved on! Oh NO what the hell did Eugene do now? He was just getting dragged away to Camp Negan for making a bullet. Which didn’t work, clearly. Also, I was so PISSED at Negan for all the fat jokes with Olivia- I mean, REALLY? You’re going to sink THAT LOW? And then they kill her anyway! Like, for some reason, the jokes about Carl’s eye, and Olivia’s body, they almost made me more mad than the killings because it’s going out of his way to be extra awful. Not sorry that he killed Spencer though honestly hah. OH and what is with the closeups of everyone’s faces for like, 10 minutes? Is it supposed to be poignant or something? Because it really just looks like this- http://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/the-californians/n13474?snl=1
And yeah, didn’t they first speak of Negan in like, late S5 even? So two FULL seasons and then some extra random bullshit. And seriously, Daryl spent the entire first half of S7 looking gloomy while standing around in an ugly old sweatshirt, Carol just said “I need to be alone” as though she was on repeat. And now we have Morgan trying to dissuade the King from fighting and I am just like…. why are we even considering the opinion of some weirdo with a pet tiger FFS? Or Morgan, who has a pet stick, which might actually be stupider. FEAR TRAILER! I am here for Dharma & Lexa’s Waterpark Adventures (that’s the name of the spinoff, naturally). It looks REALLY good! I love the end with Nick and Morgan and Morgan’s stupid fucking stick. Also love the Madistrand moment where she tells him she likes drinking with him ?
Yeah seriously, I can’t imagine how being a female pirate would work- I mean, they treated women so shitty as a whole back in those days especially, so how did that work? Were the pirates actually NOT sexist, even though the rest of the world was? I doubt it, but maybe there was more a code- like, if you could prove yourself, none of the other shit mattered? AH I see you mention there was some kind of code- I think that in those situations, they take honor and shit very seriously. So they’re not necessarily good guys or anything, but nor are they all bad. Really, time travel would answer these questions for us!
They are really goofy and fun IRL it seems. And Chelsey’s got this huge personality and Chris is so much more… chill. It works, even more than on the show (I wish they’d give Harper a little more Chelsey, tbh). Wow yeah it has been a long time since Wick- well I guess it just seemed that way for us, but now it’s been 6 years unless things went well in space hah. It kind of sucks that they were up there with two couples, actually. And then probably Becho happened. I swear, if Raven was stuck up there alone while everyone else paired off… she’s LITERALLY ELLA in Obsidio. She better end up with Murphy, though she’s going to be with Zeke first I assume? Or maybe the Murphy thing didn’t go well? Who knows. OH did you watch any episodes, speaking of?
Yeah that is what I was thinking- like everyone could be their own Sim, and like… live these ridiculous fictitious lives and it would be all debauchery and chaos hahah. That would be so weird- going to the office during the week, then heading into your mansion with old ladies and vampires or whatever on the weekends. I feel like this would be so, so fun to watch. And VERY drama to actually play!
HA I love that, the bunker sign up list. “Well, The 100 has the bunker next Tuesday, more radiation I guess. There’s a show that needs saving from zombies next week, so it’s pretty booked right now. You’ll have to save your nuclear missiles for next month, I’m afraid”. I hope it won’t be like that! 8 does sound pretty good- especially after slogging through these later seasons of TWD. Though it also seems like not many, after slogging through these later seasons of TWD ? Seriously, next month is going to be insane for shows, so exciting!! It’s like, only 2 weeks til Fear actually, that is NUTS. Now the question is… will I finish my binge in time!?
Our hometowns sound very similar, actually! Mine is kind of dying too, nobody really wants to be there anymore, so yeah… the population’s aging and young people leave (or stay and have crappy jobs, because that’s all that’s there really). Sucks. And yeah the merger thing- it’s funny but it WAS kinda bad for us. We were a start- up company and when we got bought out the management style and company culture really changed, and they kind of micromanaged and screwed things up, and a lot of people left to start a NEW company. and those of us who stayed eventually all got laid off when Choice One tanked…
Yeah Kaja. I know zip about Slovenia but it’s in that Adriatic area right? It’s nice I’m sure. Mediterranean and all that. 🙂 Speaking of, southern France. Yes, Marseiiles and Nice and all those areas? I imagine that’s quite nice, I could “settle” for that ha ha. But yeah how many bloggers just disappear and fall off the radar? there are so many of us it’s hard to keep track, it’s kind of scary how non- essential we are lol. Not that NO ONE would remember, but you know what I mean- the blogosphere train rolls on! You know what’s a trip- when I go back and look at early posts, some of those names I’m like woah! They’ve been gone forever! And some are still around, which is cool!
Yeah I don’t read a lot of hardcovers, TBH? It’s mostly like ebooks for me, or occasionally paperbacks. Sometimes HC’s though. And I have taken SOME off to read it, like if it’s a really cool dust jacket and I don’t wanna wreck it- but I just mean in general, I haven’t taken a lot of them off? Like if I read a book on my Kindle and love it, and then get the HC, it goes right on the shelf! Sometimes I don’t think of looking under the jacket, although I always hear about “naked” hardcovers and how cool they are sometimes, so I guess I should!
Same here. and I do think it is both. I always think though that even if there is issues with one parent it doesn’t mean the kid is going to be like that, or have that predisposition or whatever. I mean I look at my dad and mom and I’m pretty different, sure there are some similarities but my attitudes and values in some ways are WAY different. I mean my dad was kind of an ass (I loved him, but he was) and I’m thankfully (hopefully?) not like him at all. But I know what you mean, you do worry. I look at my kids’ personalities though and even though they have some similarities (my oldest likes to read and hates the same subjects I did in school) they are still SO much their own people, that I don’t worry as much as I used to. And my sister- like how they say some kids (siblings) are just totally different. We were. Same upbringing, mostly, and two totally different results. Not that I’m good and she’s bad, I don’t mean that, but she has always struggled. But I don’t think you’re powerless to stop it, or that stuff is inevitable- choices are huge too and kids will make different choices than parents. I am already seeing that.
That’s funny, sounds like you were definitely a good kid! That’s good though! I mean I was too, sure I maybe had too much freedom but I never did drugs or serious stuff, you know? I could have been a lot worse, I was just a middle class kid. It was like there was an inner compass and I used to credit my parents for that, teaching me to be respectful and all that, but I also think some of that is just innate. Like some of my peers didn’t have that? So did they just have bad parents? Well maybe, but I also think they were just, sorta, assholes?? IDK.
She was DEFINITELY supposed to be irritating. Like she would scream nonstop almost, she was like the ditzy character for some reason. Lisa Simpson though… I never knew!
Yeah there’s a certain innocence lost when they’re at school I think? I remember some of the things I heard in middle school and I was like wah?? Yeesh. I actually thought about homeschooling or online school just to save them from that. Plus I have a theory that traditional school is not really the best way for kids to learn? Take high school- yeah they learn stuff but there’s ALL the drama. I mean I’m not saying we shouldn’t have school, but it’s no coincidence that so many people (how many bloggers have I heard say this) hated school or whatever. That they were traumatized by something. I don’t know what the alternative is, but jamming kids together every day and making them all learn at the same rate more or less- sure they try to account for kids who are ahead or need more- but I don’t think it’s ideal. We do have charter schools, there are some really good ones around here from what I hear. Thought about sending the kids to one actually, but our particular public school seems to be good so we left them in it. But you wonder… I think they can be really good. The small grade size is def nice.
Lol about Riverdale. Yeah they pick pretty good content I think. Part of that’s probably them having been sheltered just a bit, but now that they’re teens they have more freedom and they still seem to gravitate towards good stuff. Either that or they’re hiding it all really well! But yeah that happy medium’s hard to find!
Good point! Everybody probably hates Jaha now!!!
Yes, there have been like 37,020 times when someone could have just capped Negan right there. You’ll see coming up there’s even a time when CARL could have fucking did it. I mean the guy is out there and anyone could just take him out. SO dumb. And Rosita MISSING? Have you noticed how even people with no gun experience NEVER miss the zombies, but then Rosita missed Negan? *cough bullshit cough* But yeah Negan’s just awful. I hated how he treated Olivia, and Carl too. I basically hate him all the time.
Okay I watched more (only a few to go) and carl is sadly no longer with us. Fuck though did they drag that shit out. A whole episode of Carl waiting to die and everybody fucking around not doing anything- except for Carol and Morgan, FINALLY. Although you know what? I hate Morgan too. I can’t help it, I hope I like him more on FEAR, but on this show he just sucks. Okay he used to kill, right, then he went all pacifist, now they’ve agonizingly and slowly turned him back into someone who will kill. We needed two seasons worth of angst for THAT? And little Henry from the Kingdom? Fuck him too , little POS. Carol keeps telling him to stay put and the little idiot can’t listen. I do not understand some of the things they do on this show that waste so much time *sigh*
Madistrand is the best and we need more drinking time w/ them. I am totally here for Dharma and Lexa- sisterhood!! I liked the lighter hearted feel of some of it (although maybe that was just the trailer?) Man that show is so much better than TWD! I’m actually pretty excited- I mean after the 100 of course, but I’m actually looking forward to FEAR big time! But yes- Daryl did nothing for SO long and Carol too, hanging out at her little cabin. I honestly think that was the worst stretch of the show, and in some ways they’re still in it.
Time travel- I would be so all over that. As long as you couldn’t get stranded, cause THAT would suck. Otherwise yeah I’m definitely checking out some pirate action!
Harper IS so restrained, and yeah Chelsey seems… not so much? Yeah Raven is probably feeling like… where do I get some love? Unless, like you said, Murph happened. But six years…I am really anxious to see if the couples up there splintered off or whatever. they’ve kinda hinted that, like we’ve discussed before. So many questions… and yes she is like Ella! Oh my gosh so true. Sadly I did not watch the 100 today, I only got through episode 9 of TWD. But I will rectify that shortly!!!
Ooh fun ha ha! Who says vamps aren’t real? They are now ! I think it’d be a blast not only to SIM but to like play an urban fantasy game, maybe set in Victorian London or wherever, and actually prowl the gaslit streets and fight dark forces. How fucking badass would that be? We’d probably turn into a society of VR zombies though, forgetting to wake up and eat and stuff. Still… the debauchery and chaos (I like that- good game title) would be entertaining to watch…
2 weeks til FEAR? Yowzers. You WILL finish, I have a feeling. And I have to say I’m impressed that you have binged TWD to this point- is that a new record? But I get it- even when episodes suck, there’s something about the show, how batshit crazy it is, that keeps you watching. I did the same. And all the promos and spoiler stuff will be flying now, for both shows… gonna be crazy!
Wow yeah they really do sound similar! It’s basically the same here- like you can find certain jobs, especially in health care (probably because of the huge geriatric population, actually) but if you are looking for anything else, you might as well leave. Or settle for the shitty jobs. Which is why job searching is extra fun for me at the moment ? UGH that sucks about the merger! I had the same thing happen when a national health care company bought out the local one I worked at- they changed everything and were huge assholes, and I quit because I didn’t have time for that bullshit. But it sucks extra for you that the people who decided to stay got laid off, what even!? I feel like the job market in general didn’t used to be this gross? But I could be wrong haha.
Yep, Adriatic Sea! It’s interesting because Wikipedia says that there is evidence that people lived in Slovenia in prehistoric times, and they’ve found artifacts dating back over 250K years! Holy crap, now I REALLY want to go to Slovenia! Marseilles and Nice are both incredible- and Monaco, which is pretty close to Nice, is one of my favorite places! I have been obsessed with that little nugget country since I heard about it in French class in college. And it would be an awesome weekend trip locale! And seriously, it is SO sad to see all the people from years gone by, because… only a handful of people would really notice, I guess. I saw this tweet the other day from a blogger, talking about how this one girl had died. And I knew this girl- I followed her!- but I wasn’t close to her or anything, but she was so young, and I guess she’d died a little while back but no one knew for ages, until this other blogger like, tracked her family down. And that is SO scary to think, that someone could just… be gone. Idk if you remember Elizabeth from Thoughts From an Evil Overlord? She was sick, cancer of some kind, and she went away for a bit, but then came back and said she was in the hospital for treatment or something, and then…. well, I googled her months later because she hadn’t come back and she had died. I feel like there needs to be a system in place or something.
I actually prefer reading paperbacks and ebooks too. But I also refuse to pay *more* for an ebook than a HC so a lot of times I just buy the HC. So you, in general, read with the dust jacket ON? This… is new to me ? I guess I have just always taken it off because it is a pain in the ass to read with it on? I mean… just at least take a peek under them before you put them on the shelf from now on hahha. Because there are fun surprises!
I think that the fact that you are aware of your dad’s ass-ish tendencies means you are not one 😀 But seriously, it’s so weird. I think nurture HAS to play a role- otherwise the child of every robber would be a robber, serial killer’s kids would be all serial killers, etc. And it obviously doesn’t work that way. That’s actually really comforting about your kids- I think that’s a good point too, they probably show so much more of their own selves as they get older. And that makes sense about your sister, too- definitely not that she’s a bad person in any way, but just has a harder time with certain things. I look at me and my brother a lot in that respect too- we could not be more different in a lot of ways, but I do think we are like, at least both decent human beings which I guess is good hah. And you’re right about choices. I mean- just because kids come from ANY kind of genetic background doesn’t mean they’re allowed to just do horrible things, which is obviously something I will be trying to instill in them.
Oh, I was! I told my mom I let her off too easy when I was young ? And I agree about the inner compass- I have always wondered how much of that is just… our humanity, and how much of it is taught? Because I feel like I definitely had that, and so did my brother, but like you said, I definitely had friends that seemed to be lacking that. Though when I think about the homes they came from, I can see that being part of it. My best friend in high school, she acted out SO much, especially after her family moved away, and her dad was really abusive and I figured there was an obvious correlation, you know? But is it because he was abusive, or because that kind of behavior is genetic? The difference with her was, the only one she’d hurt is herself.
I totally agree about the innocence thing. I dreaded school for that reason, honestly. That’s funny that you thought about homeschooling or cyber school, because I did too! I was SO against the local public school (it’s really not great) and Idk, maybe had she not gotten into the charter school I would have? But also, homeschooling sounds like a complete nightmare for the parents, so who knows hah. But yeah, high school is at least 50% drama. I mean, I remember not caring much about actual learning at all, but all the other stuff. Swimming, friends, drama… left little time to be concerned with actual studies! The one thing I DO like about having kids go to school is it’s much closer to what the real world is like- having to learn to deal with people and such. But I think public schools have taken a real decline lately, so maybe the cons will soon outweigh the pros- I mean, the longer Betsy DeVos is in town, the more likely that is obviously.
HAH I am laughing at the thought of them just secretly watching Riverdale. Probably not worth the secrecy 😀 I also think girls are probably a little easier to handle in terms of content? Like- I won’t even tell you the debauchery I used to find on my computer after my brother used it, whereas I would never have even thought of such things. So maybe you lucked out a bit there!
Seriously, I cannot even count the amount of times that someone could have just ended Negan right then and there, and I still have 29739 more episodes of him to go. And Negan doesn’t even protect himself, really- he just assumes that Lucille is good enough? Like- no. That isn’t how it works, in the baseball bat versus bullet competition!
Aw, so sad Carl, no one will miss you. Seriously why does no one DO ANYTHING? I am starting to get pissed off. (Okay, maybe “starting to” isn’t correct ?) Oh FFS are you serious about Morgan?! If he wasn’t going to stay a stick-wielding pacifist, why the hell did I need ANY of that storyline!?!? Which one is Henry? Have I met him yet? Sounds like a pain in the ass, you listen to Carol, damn it. And whoever he is, he’ll probably be dead in a few episodes anyway too.
Oookay what the hell is up with the Garbage People, and their weird ass zombie mascot/weapon? Also why does the leader speak like she’s from outer fucking space? And do we really need ANOTHER random group of people? UGH I assume they play a part in the “war” too? Caryl in the cozy cabin was adorable, but why did Daryl lie to her about the Saviors and all their dead friends? Like she’s not going to find out? I’m so confused. I mean, it was kind of sweet that he wanted to save her the pain (and not have her join the fight) but… she’s going to learn about it eventually. Also why didn’t he, you know, spend the night? I’m all for slow burn, but this is getting ridiculous.
I totally agree, it DID feel much lighter- though I think Fear did have some of those lighter moments, where TWD did/does not. So I hope it isn’t just the trailer! I am really excited for it too- and it’s only two weeks away, eep! This stretch really is brutal- especially with all the extra long episodes, why do they keep doing this!?
I almost wonder if it isn’t even that Harper is restrained, but that maybe we just haven’t been able to see enough of her personality? Maybe we will now though! And I feel like the couples definitely didn’t stay the same for 6 years. Or at least I kind of hope they didn’t because otherwise that’s boring. Apparently, screeners for the first 4 episodes went out to the press yesterday and people are losing their shit. I think I will be staying away from spoilers from here on out! But it sounds SO good and I am so jealous that some people have already seen a third of the season! And YES, let me know when you’re done with Ep 4- that is where I left off I think!
OOOOH I like that idea, I would absolutely play the Victorian London game!! Solving Jack the Ripper or something! You’re definitely right though, we WOULD be zombies and no one would want anything to do with the real world. I mean, a 9-5 cubicle job kiiiind of sucks when you’re catching killers in the 1800s or whatever!
I actually think I will finish too! I was doing the math in my head, and I have 20 episodes to go, and I have been watching at least 2 a night, so I think I got this! I am impressed at my binge too, actually- I have never been able to watch THAT much of a show at once before! Plus, when I get bored, I just play on my phone until something happens again ? Not only are we going to be getting ALL the promos and fun stuff for Fear and The 100, but Handmaid’s Tale and really soon, 12 Monkeys! (Speaking of, they really need to give us a date soon, right?)
Yeah that was a pretty tough time, especially since it was a good job and I liked it there. And they were always talking about how they were fixing things, but when it got really bad for telecom the company went through bankruptcy to “reorganize”. I love how a company can go through bankruptcy and come out fine on the other end (minus some workers, you know) but if people operated like that? I guess people are supposed to pay their debts but companies just get to erase them! Kinda like this mythology about trump being a great “business person” even though he’s been through multiple bankruptcies… same deal. I hear you on job searching- I ended up taking a pay cut after my layoff, and job searching is SO not fun. Ugh. I ended up doing okay after that, but still…
Oh my gosh Elizabeth died? I DO remember her- she seemed so nice! Oh that’s sad. You’re right- there needs to be some kind of blogger directory or something where bloggers can update their status maybe, or something. I mean if they want to. But yeah I’m really sad to hear about that… I seem to remember her mentioning being sick, but see that’s a prime example. I knew her, exchanged comments a few times, but haven’t thought of her blog lately. I mean there’s so many that we follow, right? Some slip through. And the young blogger as well… so sorry to hear that.
You’ve been to Marseilles and Nice? And *sputter* Monaco too? You traveling thing! 🙂 I’m officially jealous. Monaco seems like it would be FAB. I feel like I need to add that to list of places to go. Or when I, you know, live in Marseiiles at some point I can just weekend over, like you said. 🙂
Ebooks have gotten pricier haven’t they? They are creeping up and at some point yes I’m just gonna splurge for the damn hardcover. and to be honest I have read HC’s both ways- like if I really love the dust jacket I will take it off, to not mess it up, but I’ve read with em on too. Just depends. One HC was white and would show finger smudges, which pissed me off, so I did take that one off…but I don’t get that many either. In fact I just went through recently and looked at all the books I liked but didn’t have in physical form, and ordered a bunch… that was nice to get em on the shelf finally!
Thanks! And yeah nurture is SO important! I’m guessing the mix is different for each person? Like my parents did things that rolled off me no big deal but which affected my sister a lot more, and then there were probably things that affected me that didn’t her, you know? Or things that my dad did that I learned to deal with a certain way, but affected her a LOT. Some of it might be gender differences, or gender expectations… there are so many variables!
I don’t really know if behavior is genetic? Like maybe to an extent, but I think we have obviously genetic predispositions, like you’re more likely to get diabetes if your parents had it, but behavior? I’m not sure. Like I think we’re more of a blank slate that way, and we get shaped not only by how we interact ourselves with stuff, but also the nurturing thing- what the parent does. I don’t know, I could be full of shit! It’s like Barron Trump. His dad is obviously a shit human being but he could grow up to be a sweet kid, right? I mean hopefully lol. Now granted the older kids of Trump are douches too, but how much of that is because they live and work with papa douche everyday? And are entitled AF? So maybe the inner compass is affected by nurture, and sometimes it gets derailed?, but I think some kids just turn out good, even if their circumstances suck. and others don’t. I think there’s so much we don’t know…
Yeah my friend from Chicago, him and his wife are homeschooling, and the neighbors next door did too. they had like 5 kids and homeschooled- I don’t know HOW the fuck they did that. But it worked for them. But it has its own challenges. And our school is pretty good, I think. I was actually really interested in online school, because in Michigan you can do that with relatively few hurdles, and I know a blogger on the other side of the state who does it with her kids and seems to love it! But… my oldest is in 10th grade, so it’s like- they’re almost done? And she has friends and activities she does, so maybe don’t rock the boat? But if she started to have trouble, with bullying or whatever, I’d pull her in a heartbeat and maybe do the online thing.
I know right, I can see them sneaking Riverdale and who knows what else ha ha! Scary thought actually. But I trust em and am pretty confident they’re being honest. But then they say parents don’t know WHAT their kids are doing, so maybe I’m a sucker too lol??
I’m so glad carl’s gone. Which sounds awful but fuck it. And Rick just got done talking to Negan by walkie after Carl’s death- sorry about that little spoiler but they talk sometimes. that was actually a cool thing- imagine if those two worked TOGETHER- but it just degenerated into “I’m gonna kill you” and “no you’re not”. Blerg. Who writes this show???
Yes a whole episode went by where almost nothing happened. And right about Morgan. All that was a waste. Little Henry is some stupid kid from the Kingdom who follows Carol around when she’s got serious business to attend to- like killing saviors. Dumb kid. What is with them and kids on this show?
The garbage people… oh my gosh. I hate how Jadis talks. They were just a HUGE part of the last two episodes I watched, so I’m all salty about them right now. Jadis and Rick *sigh* more fuckery of the highest order. Seriously the balance of power in this little “war” keeps changing, like Rick has the upper hand, then Negan does. So horrible. And the garbage people live in a dump?? I can’t even. Oh and no Caryl in the last episode. 0 minutes of screen time. Lotsa Rick and garbage people though!!!!
I feel like carol has earned honesty from Daryl, frankly? They’ve been through so much. and yeah why didn’t he stay? But it’s just plot device to keep her sidelined and build up the anticipation for when she “returns” to the fray. They play so many games w/ these characters that it’s just so aggravating. I mean this war could have been over a season ago.
I cannot believe that FEAR is only 2 weeks away! Yes!!!!
Oh my gosh the first 4 are out in the wild? Ooh Twitter here I come lol. I will probably spoil myself 🙁 Oh and I will. I was gonna watch 3 and 4 today and watched TWD instead- I suck occasionally at this rewatch thing. But… tonight. I WILL watch at least one.
Exactly! Would that be awesome or what? That’s actually a lot like the premise of Westworld, really. Imaginary worlds that are totally immersive. I should do a post on what worlds would someone choose to immerse in? There could be voting! I like voting. How about you? Top 3 worlds? But yeah I feel like there might be high levels of absenteeism, especially on Mondays? Sorry boss, I just got carried away in Victoriana staking vampires and didn’t know it was Monday! Can I use a vacation day for that? But yeah I would take the VR world????
Oh my gosh 12 Monkeys. I have NO info on that show. Must look. But yeah we’re gonna be swimming in awesome stuff soon. FEAR, The 100, Handmaid’s… I think my brain will explode. Oh speaking of Handmaid’s- did you see this new trailer??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKoIPuifJvE
Ugh, that sucks. Especially since you liked it! It’d be bad enough if you were apathetic or didn’t like it, but when it’s a place you actually enjoyed being… yeah, that is pretty shitty. When my company was bought out, I was really sick of the job anyway, and it was far from where I lived, so it kind of was a great excuse to quit hah. With yours though, it’s just crappy all around. Um RIGHT about bankruptcy!? Like- it stays with regular people for what, 7 years or something? And I assume you never really fully recover, financially. But for companies, it’s fine, they just turn right around and reopen, I don’t get it! And yesss- I never could understand how people were fine with Trump managing our whole damn economy when he couldn’t even keep his stupid personal business afloat. Job searching sucks. Especially because I haven’t a clue what I want to be when I grow up haha. I am glad that everything ended up working out for you though!
She did, it was really sad, she was quite young (you know, relatively- I think she was like, 50, which is too young to be dead). I think she’d had cancer, and then had some sort of recurrence, but I remember her updating her blog and saying she was on the road to recovery, that it was just slow going. And then she never came back. And definitely, I think it’s impossible to remember ALL the people whose blogs we visit! She had been one of the first people I regularly commented back and forth with, so I think that is why she stayed in my mind. It really is strange- like, Idk if you know Nereyda (from what used to be Nick and Nereyda’s Infinite Booklist) but she just decided to stop blogging and it was like… well, won’t talk to her ever again. Which is kind of weird, when you have kind of known someone for a long time?
I have actually! But I wasn’t in any of them for very long, so I mean, I obviously need to go back and spend more time! Monaco is fun though because there’s all the royalty and fancy people and such- but it’s just really beautiful in general. And very, very clean and well taken care of, which I suppose makes sense with all the wealthy fanciness 😀
Yes- I cannot tell you how many times I have bought a book where the HC is cheaper than the ebook! And I mean, at least the HC has resale potential, or at least that is what I tell myself. (Or you could lend it to someone, gift it to someone, etc., whereas with an ebook it’s not super useful after you’ve read it). The fingerprint HCs kill me. I let my mom borrow Thunderhead, and she got a fingerprint right the heck on the cover and I am like… mom, that’s not okay. I am kind of impressed that you bought books in another format! I have *almost* never done that. I am trying to think of books that I have, and I can only think of maybe one or two. Like- the Chaos Walking series, I read that in ebook and then bought the physicals. And of course my 293 THG formats haha. But other than that, I can’t think of any! A lot of times I *say* I am going to buy them but then I never do, which is probably not great, as I should be supporting the author or some such thing, but alas.
That is such a good point- I can think about how my brother and I reacted so differently to certain things our parents did, and also how our parents treated US differently, because it happens, no question. Not that they meant to, but they did. And I think when parents place certain expectations on kids, they almost become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Like I was supposed to be the smart, responsible one. And my brother was given slack, no question, even though he’s definitely smart too- just maybe in different ways. But then my dad was SO hard on him with sports (though to be fair, my dad was super hard on me with sports too- one of those “nothing is ever good enough” types, so annoying). My mom would flat out tell me that the reason she let my brother do some of the shit he got away with was because he was a male, and I still can’t wrap my head around that little gem. So yeah, I think there’s probably a ton of stuff that contributes- even our peers/classmates, the social and political climate, the media, and just personal life experiences, in addition to parenting. I mean- think about identical twins. Two of my really close high school and college friends were identical twins (yeah, we all went to the same college, Idk it was weird), and they were SO different, obviously raised by the same people in the same exact situation with the same peers, and yet… one was gay and had an eating disorder but was also like, the life of the party, where the other was much quieter, super responsible, and kept to herself. It’s an interesting phenomenon!
I think you’re right to an extent- obviously we aren’t straight up born with all the things that shaped whatever our parents’ personalities look like. BUT, then you think about it, and other mental/emotional stuff is hereditary, like mental illness of all kinds, ADHD, etc. So it’s interesting to think about! Baron… well let’s be real, Baron doesn’t stand a chance. But I don’t think it’s cause he was born that way either, I agree with you- I think it is because he has spent his whole life surrounded by the douchiest douches in ALL the land. And will continue to be. Like why doesn’t Tiffany suck? Because she doesn’t talk to those people! You’re definitely right that there’s a lot we don’t know- and I wonder if we ever actually will. For all our scientific advances, I feel like there’s something innately unmeasurable about the brain and emotions and personalities and such.
Oh wow! Does he like the homeschooling thing? I know Nicole from Feed Your Fiction Addiction homeschools too. It seems so hard, honestly. Five kids!? Homeschooled!? Oh no, I’d be jumping off the nearest bridge (actually, 5 kids in general would probably send me bridge-side). And I think it would definitely have a lot of challenges- like how do you teach 5 different levels at once!? I’m glad it worked for them though! Yeah, here the online school thing is pretty legit too, but I am glad she was able to go to her current school. I feel the same though- if one of mine had some kind of compelling reason for not wanting to be in regular school, I’d definitely consider it- especially if they were at an age where they could do a lot of the work themselves.
Hahah nah, I don’t think you’re a sucker- I mean, I think people who say that shit about not knowing what their kids are doing are either not paying attention, or purposely not looking, and it is clear that you ARE paying attention. Plus, if sneaking Riverdale was the worst thing either of them ever did, you would want to count your blessings 😀
Why the hell is Rick talking to Negan!? WHY? Don’t TALK to him! Honestly I cannot. I am pretty sick of Carl so I don’t know how much I’ll care? I mean- I will probably cry because that is what I do, but I don’t think I’ll actually be sad. Not like Glenn, who I am still really salty about. I actually like the idea of Rick and Negan joining forces- anything other than this repetitive bullshit! I just watched an episode that was literally just Richonne scavenging and/or having sexy times up and down the eastern seaboard and it’s like… okay, we got the picture the first 32 times, let’s move on. Idk who writes this show, but I say again that they should hire us, only this time I am serious, because who *wouldn’t* do a better job at this point?
I think I met Henry in one of the boring-as-sin episodes I was stuck in last night. Like- Negan took Morgan’s stick, how does Morgan already have ANOTHER FUCKING STICK!? I can’t. And Eugene being all “I am Negan”…. I will cut a bitch. Is he serious!? He better just be screwing with Negan, because this is NOT cool. And right- why does every dumb annoying kid need to follow Carol like a puppy? This show, ugh.
Oh good, the garbage people will continue to annoy me! And the Head Dumpster, man, she is pissing me off. Cooing to Rick that she needs more guns, like lady, you live in actual trash. Guns should be the least of your worries. Like, really, there were NO other available lots? You *had* to pick that one? I think Head Dumpster is insane, and I am sad that she (and the rest of them) are still around. Unless they can get rid of Negan, then I guess they can stay. But like move into a real house or something.
You are so right about the games they play with the characters. Like, duh, we all know Carol is coming back. No one thinks she’s going to move to the country and never be heard from again. Honestly, I want to observe the writing room to find out what kind of fuckery is going on in there. Are they lazy? On drugs? Incompetent? I need to know. And YEP, Daryl most definitely owed her the truth. Especially since Morgan basically confirmed that Daryl lied the very next day. Because of course he did ?
YEP can you imagine being one of those lucky people who got to watch it already?? I have done a good job at staying unspoiled so far, but Idk if I can make it another 3.5 weeks! Have you spoiled yourself yet? (I am mostly curious if there ARE spoilers in general in the wild hah.) I mean… you suck at the rewatching juuuuust a little 😀 Ha sorry, kidding, it’s really fine- we only technically need 10 days for the last 10 episodes. So you will only suck if April 14th rolls around and you aren’t ready! Which reminds me, I need to get these questions together! I am also accepting suggestions for questions! This is what I have so far- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X2JLUDa-9CF0yLThQaju0JRkiccPjSCE1h38dsdO1Gc/edit?usp=sharing
Oooh Westworld sounds kind of fun, then! I had no idea what that was even about. YES you should do that post! Because I always choose the weirdest places that I would want to be, and I want to see if other people do too! HA can you even imagine? “I couldn’t leave because I was SO close to catching the werewolf who ate my cousin” ?
Right, why is there no 12 Monkeys info!? I looked last night but came up empty, ugh. I seriously am so excited for April- it’s like, all the shows come back, and then it also begins my spring adventures, which is SO exciting because I need a break (or breaks I suppose hah) like you would not even believe. Also, holy SHIT, that Handmaid’s Tale looks incredible!! I love that it’s a whole new story, too! And the day after The 100? EEP.
Hey don’t feel bad I don’t know what I want to do either! Ha maybe a writer- cause yeah there’s money in THAT lol. But yeah I feel ya on job searching- probably the least fun thing ever? Especially when you have to go through like 2 or 3 interviews, or meet with groups, or whatever other fuckery they can come up with to make you miserable, er, I mean get to know you. *rolls eyes*
That is weird, about Nereyda. I did see that, and I knew who she was- I’ve seen their blog on memes and commented a few times. that is sad, and I hope you get a chance to somehow keep in touch with her? Maybe she’ll still visit blogs? But yeah the odds are probably against it, I know, unless she comes back. I can’t imagine stopping blogging, I have so much love for it and talking books and stuff (and let’s face it, it’s not just books anymore, between all the shows and other stuff) but I guess sometimes… you’re just done? Or move on or whatever. But yeah that’s definitely a bummer! And about Elizabeth- I think now that you mention it I may have seen that too, about her being in remission, and I remember being glad about it! SO sad…
Yeah I imagine Monaco is not big on the “little people” lol. But I bet it’s beautiful. Seriously that part of the world probably has my name written all over it!
I haven’t bought a LOT of books in dual formats but sometimes I just gotta have that cover! A Long Way To A Small Angry Planet was that way- bought in e-form because I didn’t know if I’d like it, of course loved it and HAD to have that awesome UK version cover! So yeah that happens! But that is hilarious about Thunderhead, I can see it now. Mommm you got a fingerprint on the damn book, WTF????? Ha ha obviously I’m exaggerating a bit here, but still… 🙂
Guys definitely get more slack, I think, a lot. I mean I never had a curfew, I just did whatever, but my sister sure as shittin did! And that is so amazing about the twins! Like yes, how can they be IDENTICAL and like so different? I guess that pretty much proves that nurture is huge but that there might also be some unknown quality that just makes us who we are? As individuals? I don’t know, but it is kinda mind boggling.
True, like they say OCD and stuff like that runs in families too. My sister has ADHD for example and I don’t know why- I don’t have it (hopefully lol) and my parents don’t have it (I think?)- although now my mom says she thinks she does. *sigh* who knows though? But yeah…immeasurable is a good way to say it. Like, I just think there’s something there that we can’t measure yet. Or something.
They seem to like the homeschooling thing, for the most part. The neighbors sent two of their kids to the high school for a year and the kids didn’t like it, so they went back to homeschooling. I actually think the online school thing is pretty cool-it’s not homeschooling so the parent doesn’t have to be frickin Einstein but they’re not getting all the crap from being in school all day either. And as far as I know it’s like being in school, you just do it at home. Win-win? Except maybe for the friends/ interaction thing.
This is true! Have at it with the Riverdale, kids!! *snort* Speaking of, I’m SO behind. Did you watch? I didn’t… someone online said it’s getting better? Marginally…
Okay I watched episode 12 of TWD today- one to go!!- and it was actually *gasp* pretty good. Negan and Rick went at it and there was actually some shit going down. Too bad it’s not like that all the time. the episode before it, #11, was total crap. Gabriel needs to die. SO boring. Maggie doesn’t have enough to do. Yes that Richonne episode sucked. “I will cut a bitch”- lmao. Can I help?? Why haven’t they killed Eugene yet? Oh and that situation does NOT get better any time soon!
The garbage people must be from the comics because even the show writers can’t be dumb enough to come up with people like that on their own? And the way they talk is SO irritating. Although a bunch just died (sorry) so there is that. There ARE things to look forward to. You probably will cry over Carl because let’s face it, they did make it emotional, but I’m heartless and glad he’s gone. Annoying little fucker. Enid lost it though when she found out and THAT was sad.
I’ll be ready! Ha ha I’m good under pressure (the guy who wrote his papers the night before they were due- course we probably all did that right?) but yeah I need to get my ass in gear. Although TBF I have been making good progress on TWD? Sorta. So… the questions, Should I just save my answers to that thing? Or is it still a work in progress? You have me stumped on the first one though- new ship? Cause I don’t know!!! Okay you know what I’ll pick- probably Maven tee hee. 🙂
Westworld was good in terms of idea but I was frustrated with the conclusion of S1 because there weren’t enough answers. I needed more. It’s another show where there’s a lot of talking and I want to see more doing, you know? But I WILL do that post, I think. Clearly I am moving on from books reviews lately! I go through these phases with discussion posts where I have ideas, the none, then they come back. Weird.
Right? Like the 100 then Handmaid’s?? Clearly I’m gonna need to get Hulu again. HBO will have to wait- like I want to watch Westworld S2 but I might just wait til it’s done then binge it. I don’t want to pay for HBO Now just for that. And ooh are you going to ALA in NO? I hope that all worked out? And you’re still coming to Michigan right? Speaking of, I need to look at sushi places…
Bwhaha right? Being a writer… well it doesn’t even provide enough income to keep the electricity on to *keep* writing, basically. Unless you’re one of like, less than 20 or so huge authors. And in those cases, I swear it’s half luck anyway. (Not to take away from their hard work or talent but come on, a portion of it IS luck!) Oh RIGHT with the nonsense interviews and shit?! I had to do one for a coaching job that was like… well, WAY too formal for a coaching job. And the guy clearly didn’t like me from the start (I could tell he wanted a man for the job, which… whatever, I know who got the job and I would have been way better, so that guy’s loss hah), and yet he made me meet every damn person at the school and shit. I think you are right about them just wanting to make you miserable- like you can tell when the interviewer is just being an ass because he/she likes to be an ass. I won’t lie, I am kiiiind of dragging my feet at the moment because I am dreading the whole process so much.
It IS sad! She also had quit most social media, so I had a feeling it was coming. I figure some people, even if they quit blogging, I’d definitely keep in touch with. Like does Val even blog anymore? Idk, but I still talk to her every day ? I have had moments, I’ll admit, when I have considered stopping, but then…. I just can’t do it. Because like you said, I enjoy certain parts of it too much to actually stop. But I have been cutting myself some slack, and if I want to take little breaks, I do. Though I actually kind of had fun writing my review for Starry Eyes the other day, it felt… authentic? Like- some of them I have been just phoning it in, just to get them done, but not that one, so that’s progress maybe! I assume that a lot of people who go through huge life changes are just done sometimes- like getting new jobs, relationships, babies, whatever, sometimes that leaves no place for blogging anymore probably? Yes SAME with Elizabeth! I remember being so relieved when she popped back in, and then… things took a turn, I suppose. I feel like I need to have something in writing in case I get hit by a bus or something- “Please post a message to my blog and DM my friends” ?
I was nervous about Monaco for that exact reason- I mean, I was CLEARLY not high society, but I was clearly an American tourist, and I was afraid they’d be snobby, but actually the people were quite nice! And spoke impeccable English, probs because of all the celebrity guests.
Oh yeah definitely, sometimes covers are a legitimate need- and A Long Way To A Small Angry Planet is a good example because the US cover is SO awful. I have actually bought a lot of books that way, but then I will usually get rid of one format? Like I have the UK Three Dark Crowns series, but then I gave away my US ARCs because I am trying not to be a hoarder. No no, you aren’t exaggerating at ALL about Thunderhead! I showed her the book and was like “okay, what is this?” and she was like “I don’t know, I was probably eating while I read it” and I looked at her as though she had just killed a bunch of puppies or something. I told her she didn’t get to borrow anymore, I’d just buy her a copy ? (I’d actually had to ban her before, she left a book outside in the RAIN, what kind of monster does that!?)
I feel like it must have been worse for your sister, because she’s younger than you and usually it works like, opposite- like the younger kid gets more slack? That was how my parents tried to get away with it with me. They actually took my brother to get a tattoo when he was 15. And I was like… what now? They would have like, grounded me for life! He had like, 3 of them before he was 18! So yeah, definitely a double standard! Right, the twin thing has always blown my mind! I mean- there are a finite number of ways they could have ended up so different, in that case, right? Since their DNA is identical. Have you ever seen documentaries on twin studies? I find them SO fascinating. Because you’ll see some twins who have never met and are exactly the same, and some who grew up together and could not be more different and there is no actual rhyme or reason to it!
Yeah it does for sure run in families! I feel like we’ll see a LOT more of a connection between mental health and behavioral stuff and genetics now that more people are being diagnosed with stuff. Like if your mom does have it, she’d probably never have known when she was younger, of course. Because the diagnostics were… well, they were bullshit.
Oh wow, well good for them! The whole going to high school for a year thing sounds tough though-like talk about a hard transition at a really tumultuous time in life, yikes. No wonder that didn’t work out! I know with the online schools in PA, you like, went into an actual building every so often too, for certain things. Like it was mostly online, but you still had to go in for assessments or certain other programs, so that was interesting- definitely MUCH more like a “real” school than homeschooling I think. I feel like I’d be terrible at homeschooling anyway. Like oh, you don’t want to do math today? Me either, math sucks, let’s skip it.
I am super behind too! I think… the last time I watched it was when something interesting with Cheryl happened, but that was at LEAST three weeks ago. They were doing a tie-in with Love, Simon, and that movie has been out for like a month, so, yeah, very behind. Oops? I should probably try to catch up. My DVR is so full of crap that I haven’t watched and probably never will. (This Is Us, the Roseanne reboot that I cannot decide if I should watch because I used to love Roseanne but she voted for Trump and Idk… who knows what else is on there hah. OH all the episodes of TWD so far this season!)
YAYYAYAY! It was GOOD?! This is not something I expected to hear. In fact, I figured it would be like “oh, more fuckery on TWD, Rick cried for 47 minutes about Carl and then got a violent look on his face while Michonne patted his back”. Oh lord what is Gabriel doing? How has he made it this far anyway? They kill Glenn and Abraham but they let THAT fool live? Please. And Eugene… well he basically just turned on Sasha and Rosita (who are being fucking stupid in their own right) and I am pissed. Speaking of people who should be dead…
OH so Maggie… are she and Jesus… going to be a “thing”? I mean, Glenn JUST died and his bun is in her oven so…. But there is no mistaking the looks Jesus is giving her. And the Maggie-Daryl moment, GAH I knew it was coming but I still wasn’t prepared. Maggie is so awesome, to just like, worry about Daryl’s feelings. This show doesn’t deserve her. OH and why did Morgan lose his shit and kill his actual ally instead of the enemy? I am so over him, I see what you mean. And now he and Carol are besties I guess? Sounds fake but okay.
HA YAY I am so happy that garbage people are dead! Maybe Head Dumpster dies, but I doubt I am that lucky. Why are the comics so weird? One of these days, I am going to hole up in a bookstore and just read them to see what the hell the problem is. Awww poor Enid! You are right, she DID grow on me, so I feel bad for her. But let’s be real, Enid can and should do better. I will definitely cry about Carl- mostly because I remember him as such a little nugget, and it will be sad. And for the people who care about him. And maybe because he was still young and could have turned his life around.
I am like that NOW, doing everything the second before it was due, but in college and shit I’d spend like, one weekend just doing ALL the papers so I never had to look at them again. You are making progress on TWD, and since that one is first, it’s probably a good call. OH yay fun! I probably should have just let you edit the thing, I thought of that later. But that is okay, this way works too (I think I just left it on whatever the default settings are, oops!) I want to come up with a couple more questions- something ridiculous probably hah. I don’t know the answers to most of the questions yet either, which is sad since i came up with them.
Ugh, nooo I hate crappy conclusions. And also meandering non-plots. And yay for the post! I mean, I think posting more than just book reviews is fun, and I am frankly jealous of all the good ideas you’re having! I have been in a VERY long dry spell hah, no ideas!
Oooh yes, definitely do Hulu! Binging Westworld is a good idea, because then you really only have to pay for one month. I am doing ALA! I found a pretty reasonable flight, and then we decided to get an Airbnb which is something I have never tried before, but I’m sure will be fine. And yep, if it still works for you, it still works for me 😀 I am quite looking forward to it! So yes, yes, start investigating sushi and such!!
I hear ya. I had to interview prospective employees a few times and HATED it, mainly because I hated asking stupid questions and I knew they were nervous AF because who wouldn’t be? I think if someone LIKES to interview people and trip them up then that’s someone who shouldn’t be doing it lol.
You’re right about some reviews feeling authentic, and others phoning it in. Because let’s be real, maybe we don’t WANT to review everything we read but sometimes we feel like we have to? Yeah I’m with ya there. And just as a total aside, I may have to get Starry Eyes because it sounds fab? But anyways… I think breaks are good though, definitely. Anyone can get burned out, and let’s face it, this is a very time consuming hobby! And right? I’ve thought that too- I need to have some kind of preloaded message in case I croak lol.
Monaco is definitely on my bucket list. 🙂 Not that I have a bucket list, cause I kinda hate that phrase (?), but if I HAD a bucket list, it would be on there 🙂
Oh my gosh that is the funniest thing I’ve heard all day. And I totally get it. If I loaned my mom a book and she smudged it or something I’d be like, really??? Ha. No more books for you missy. The RAIN???? oopsiee! You should have photographed that for your Bookstagram feed- you’d hear the shrieks from the internet a mile away!
It was tougher for my sister, no question. Wow tattoo’s at 15? See guys always have it easier! But yeah… she has resentments. Lots of little things that added up, I think. I mean some of it is her own choices too? But where that breakdown is I honestly don’t know. And yes twin studies are amazing, because exactly. We have NO idea!
Ha right? I am NOT teaching math lol. Hate it. I like though that they do field trips and other outside the box kinda stuff rather than just droning on in a classroom setting though. Whenever I read about people homeschooling that and the flexibility they have, not to mention the ability to really hone in on their child’s passions/ interests, is what impresses me the most.
Same here on Riverdale. I remember you telling me about Cheryl and I haven’t seen THAT one yet, so I’m 3-4 behind as well. that’s my next binge. 🙂 I finished TWD today, watched 13 so I’m all caught up (til sunday night). Crap episode after a good 12. The thing that really bugs me is this whole season has only been a few days, or weeks AT MOST, as it’s been all about the “plan” to defeat the Saviors, but it doesn’t always go well so it’s back and forth. 13 was no exception. And decisions they make come back to bite them, and I’m like nooooo why did you do that, I knew 5 episodes ago that was gonna be bad and you did it anyway? Arghh. Oh and Henry. Fuck him. Yeah I know he’s seven (ha ha Eddie Murphy) or whatever he is, but he can get the fuck out. 🙂
But I have SO many questions about 13. When you’ve watched it we need to discuss. Mainly why does Simon have plot armor? Where exactly DOES all that unlimited ammo come from? They don’t even aim, they just shoot. Maggie is pretty good in it though. She IS too good for the show. And I’m sorry, I just can’t with Morgan. I HATE that guy. I try and I try to like him, but it’s the writing. So in the latest one he’s having like a vision of some guy who died (won’t say because spoiler) and I’m like- aren’t we done with people having visions yet? I am SO over that. They need to STAHP and get on with the action, and stop pissing around about is violence bad or oh why did I do that three years ago, or some other existentialist bullshit. Gah. Okay rant completed.
I am SO hoping he is not as annoying on FEAR. Pleaseee……
I don’t know about the comics, lotsa people read ’em but to me the artwork looks really bad? I’ve never had a desire, which is weird since usually I’m all like ooh gotta read the source if I’m into something? But for this show… no. But if you do read them I’ll be geeked to hear what you think. 🙂
I don’t even know if my answers saved? I hope so but I wrote em down in case not.They kinda suck but whatever. I loved the questions though! And a few more ridiculous ones sound fun. 🙂 Maybe which of Jasper’s pranks is the best? I’m a fan of him “floating” Jaha, myself. Because yes I watched it today. Aren’t you proud of me? I watched 3 and 4- go me!!! And 4 is SO good- I mean we have Octavia skydiving off a cliff, Helios the bitchin wonder horse to the rescue, Roan deciding to kill lotsa people (seriously, are Grounder alliances like the flimsiest things evar?), Lunakru is history, Becca’s lab, Sea Mechanic, Emori mentions mutants on the island (did we ever get anything more on that?)… the list goes on. You know, when I rewatch these and I see how casually Echo kills, it really makes me wonder how she will coexist for 6 years with former enemies. She doesn’t play nice. Although I guess worldwide armageddon might mellow one… but still. And Roan really could be an ass at times. Oh and we should count how many times the Grounder rulers say “leave us” when someone comes in. Are the guards ever allowed to stay??? It’s always “leave us” *snort*
“When Jaha’s looking reasonable, it’s time to reassess.” Gotta score one for Jasper there. And I forgot Clarke kept Harper off the list because of an illness in her family line. what is she thinking- no Harps?????
I will, I gotta Handmaid’s. Although Aunt Lydia is gonna PISS me off again, I can see it. I thought she was softening, but in that trailer… nope she’s as hardcore as ever. But I see the girl who lost the eye, so she’s stil around? She’s one of my faves, actually? And YAY you’re going to ALA. I might be low- key jealous ha ha but very happy for you. Take lots of pics hopefully! 🙂 And cool- I will be sushi hunting forthwith.
Yesss and I am sure you were nice about it because you knew how uncomfortable they felt! I swear, companies probably let their douchey employees do it figuring “well, if they can work with this asshole, they can work with anyone!” But nice, normal people don’t volunteer because… well, because they aren’t evil basically.
I have been irritated with myself because I have been phoning them in more often than I’d like (the perils of review books, basically). Especially the dreaded 3-3.5 star ones? Because what do you SAY? Sometimes there is just nothing TO say! But I actually let myself just… type whatever, which I haven’t done in a long time, and I think it worked actually, so yay! Starry Eyes was kind of unexpectedly great! Like- it does have heavier moments and themes so it doesn’t *feel* like pure fluff even though it kind of is hah. Plus I want to know if it low key makes you want to camp for a second! Seriously, blogging IS very time consuming, and breaks are good to catch up! Oh, you’re not allowed to die, so that problem has been solved for you. ?
I have to agree, the whole concept of a bucket list is depressing! Why not just… “shit I want to do someday”? Nothing says happy vacation like a reminder of eventual demise!
Yeah, she doesn’t seem to understand! I mean- who leaves books outside!? I still have it actually, because Idk what to do with it, obviously no one else wants it haha. I finally gave her another chance (mostly because I didn’t want to spend more money tbh) and she gets food fingerprints on my Thunderhead?! No no no. I should use the book for shitty bookstagram if ever get around to doing that!
Yep, and the ridiculous thing is, I was always SO much more cautious and responsible than my brother. So why did HE get the leeway, you know? I would have trusted me FAR more. I feel like your sisters resentments probably were like, a snowball effect? Like as she got more pissed, maybe she made more choices that weren’t great, which led to more stuff that pissed her off, etc? Hard to break those cycles, I imagine. I wonder how much of our experience shapes our lives. Like in the twin studies, maybe one twin was like, squished in the womb and just is extra salty because of that- we’ll literally never know these answers!
Hahha exactly, no one has time for that! I do agree about the different learning styles. Because of course a kid is going to learn more in immersive, personalized learning. No one wants to listen to some boring teacher drone on for 7 hours or whatever! I do like that there can be a focus on the kid’s interests too. The one thing that does concern me though is like, as an adult, no one really gives a shit about your personal interests and needs? I mean, from an employment perspective anyway. So maybe its giving kids a false sense of the world? But really, it would be best if the whole damn society could stop operating under these antiquated standards, but alas.
I’ll probably binge Riverdale after TWD too, just to get it over with (which is admittedly a terrible reason to watch a show, but yeah.) Wow, nicely done catching up on TWD! I realized last night that I am missing an episode, so I have to figure out how to find episode 4 hah. Um. This “war”? That is going to be all season? Just… dumb battle plans and people running around, me trying to figure out who the hell is shooting at who? I am not amused. Like, after watching 8×01 I can see exactly what you mean about the plans and shit not working out- like when the garbage people turned on them (I DID love that Negan called them garbage people too, ha!) and then it’s like “okay, new battle plan”… that got old after the FIRST EPISODE, I don’t need 12 more of them! HAH poor Henry, you really do hate the kids on this show ?
I don’t understand how Simon made it THIS far, so how he makes it to 13? Yeah we do need to discuss that! Maggie is the best- I love how Hilltop follows her now! I was pissed at Morgan, but then he… showed up and started killing people? Some of the choices that have been made are questionable at best. Like why did they go back to the ocean people? There was no point as far as I could see. I feel like- Carol is okay with Morgan now, so I am going to try to be. I mean, who doesn’t want to be more like Carol, right? Wait. He has VISIONS!? Okay, I cannot with that either, I agree. Didn’t Sasha just have dream-visions? Please. Unless there’s an element of this apocalypse that gives everyone psychic powers, that plotline needs to be discarded ASAP.
The Sasha thing was kind of cool though. I umm might have cried at her flashbacks with Abraham. Though I couldn’t help feeling bad for Rosita? But if she had to die, that was a pretty epic way to do it. I was giddy when Negan opened the coffin, even though I knew he wasn’t going to die. I hoped he’d lose an appendage or something so that was a bummer. Also, how the fuck has no one killed Eugene!?
So the show follows the comics quite closely? And they’re still being written? I kind of don’t like that. It’s like… if The 100 had just been Kass’s books regurgitated. So I did the “look inside” thing on Amazon, and I feel you- I don’t love the artwork, and the dialogue (at least in the first one) is… it’s just bad. Like 10 pages of Rick screaming “oh crap, help me”? Rolling my eyes hard.
Your answers did save! I didn’t read them yet, because I take this far too seriously than anyone should, and I want to answer myself first ? HA I loved the floating Jaha prank! That was genius. I loved S4 Jasper honestly, even though I know I’m in the minority there. I am VERY proud of your episode watching! 🙂 Oh right, Roan just breaking the alliance, and then bringing it back in literally the next damn episode, is so DUMB. Like come on Roan, you’re better than that! BUT, honestly why DID Kane withhold the info from Roan? It looks shady as fuck and I almost don’t blame Roan. Bellamy and Kane losing their shit when Echo drops O’s knives is the best most awful scene! You know, I was thinking about Echo “killing” O, and she really did NOT want to- I think it was clear on her face. BUt she also didn’t seem to give many fucks when O killed her people? THAT struck me as odd! It’s funny because I had written down some notes on ep 4, and one of them was “You know, we never really find out why ALIE had the drones in the sky around Becca’s lab. Also still pissed about the unnecessary death of Nyko kom Trikru. Yu gonplei ste odon. ?
I love how Clarke tries to explain the list, and Jaha just straight up lies to everyone. Such a Jaha moment! And yeah that Harper nonsense was just shady, let’s be real. I also don’t fully understand Monty’s anger at Clarke. He claims it’s not cause he’s not on the list, but… he only gets pissed when Jasper tells him he’s not on the list! Is he just mad about Harper? That line about Jaha is one of Jasper’s finest moments! And wow, you are right about the “leave us” business! Drinking game!
Ugh I hope Aunt Lydia redeems herself a bit- or at least remains more of a gray villain, I don’t want her to be completely awful. And yep, I saw Janine too- in the colonies, looks like? With… Rory, whose name I will apparently NEVER remember hah.
Aw thanks! I am looking forward to it, especially since I have never been to NOLA! And I will definitely take lots of pictures- I want to actually have time to like, see the city, I didn’t do that before at book events, so this would be a good time to start! And yayyy! I should also probably look up hotels and such, I have been slacking, and it’s kind of right around the corner!
Oh, and I hope you had a lovely birthday!! Did you do anything exciting?
Interviewing IS evil, I’m down with that. Can’t they just give us a test or something to see if we qualify for a job? I mean why not, we have tests for everything else, right? I’m sure Buzzfeed could come up with some shit.
I am glad to know you have outlawed my dying, so that is good lol. And Starry Eyes probably DOES make one want to camp, I like the idea of camping, but the actual execution… no. A hotel is fine for me. And a pool. Preferably a nice restaurant… 🙂
I think that’s what it is for me, a bucket list is just… depressing. Plus I just think it sounds dumb. Doesn’t that phrase come from some dumb ass movie?
Have you ever gotten pizza on a book? Because I have. I mean you’re eating and don’t realize you have pizza on your hand until you turn the page.. then oops. there goes that book. It’s just not right. I know, WHY am I eating while reading? Well, I… really don’t know! I mean I don’t do it NOW, but I have in the past. So aggravating…
Yeah experience is probably big. “squished in the womb” that made me laugh. Kid is pissed off from the GET-GO! I think you’re right tho, that describes my sister’s thing perfectly probably. Everything builds on something else…
Yeah I know what you mean about society. I do think that kids should follow their passions/ interests- and of course a good job is important because, you know, bills and living and stuff, but I look back at my decisions and if I could do it over I wouldn’t necessarily go for something where I would MAKE more (although that would be nice), I would go for the stuff I really loved. That might just be me though. Life is short and I think we need to develop what we really love/ are good at? IDK. So in that sense that’s what I kinda like about them honing in on that, but you’re right too- you gotta be practical as well. I guess everyone has to find that balance… and yes I wish it was different too!
Dude, you’re in season 8 now??? And you were wondering if you’d be caught up? Um, I think you will. 🙂 And ha ha good for you. We can bitch about the “war” together. Yes buckle in cause you have about 12 episodes of fuckery coming up, lotsa bullshit that really doesn’t need to happen. And yes what is it with kids on this show? But when you get to the end we’ll talk about Henry and see how you feel about that little fucker lol. And you know I’m actually kinda looking forward to getting back into Riverdale again? Kinda? Although that may change when I actually start watching… they need to up their game for sure.
Yeah Simon. For as fearsome as the Saviors are supposed to be, these douches like Simon and Gavin and whoever are a bunch of dipshits who should have been capped long ago. Don’t get why anyone follows them! The ocean people I could maybe like if they’d fight. Maybe we should call them Seakru. And the garbage people can be garbagekru lol. I’m so over the visions though. And yay Sasha is dead! But I was hoping she’d get a piece of Negan, or somebody anyway… they’re winnowing down the original group, aren’t they??
From what I’ve heard they do follow the comics fairly closely? Like articles have said they follow this plot point or that one too slavishly? This is one time though where I’m glad I don’t know whats coming, because the show moves so slow that I’d be so frustrated waiting to see how they adapted this or that.
Oh good. And yeah I thought the same thing- Roan did fly off the handle, but why didn’t Kane keep Roan apprised of their developments? He’s just sitting around Polis anyway. So yeah they definitely didn’t help matters any, to ultra- suspicious Grounders it WOULD look shifty! And about the island- between the drones and Emori (I think it was her) talking about mutants, and warning Murph- what exactly did she know or hear? I would have loved to see more of that mystery. Some of the best stuff they never go anywhere with!
Yeah Jaha and Clarke hating what he does but at the same time realizing why he does it- one of my favorite character beats from S4. And I was flat out pissed when Monty read the list over a loudspeaker! Hello? that’s a bullshit way to do it. I don’t get mad at Monty very often, but that… I mean I’ll all for transparency and being honest with people, but let’s face it- given Skaikru’s track record in the past, I think Clarke is kinda right about not wanting to cause a panic. I mean they elected Pike FFS. And after all the drama, we STILL in the end get Kane and Jaha deciding FOR people and chucking people out, so they never really go there with the whole “everybody has a chance” thing. And I like it- drinking game when a Heda says “leave us”. Um, we’ll be pretty drunk???
Janine, that’s her! You’re better with the names than I am! And as anxious as I am for more Handmaid’s it’s gonna be hella depressing, so I’ll need some kind of mood enhancer after each episode. Maybe have to start watching My Little Pony or something FFS.
I’m sure you’ll have an awesome time, and NOLA should be fabulous! Okay so I looked up a few sushi places, here’s a I found (and I have NO idea what I’m looking for so bear that in mind). http://jakusushi.com/
https://www.yelp.com/biz/sushi-yama-grand-rapids
http://www.myatosushi.com/
I’ll keep looking though
I had a nice birthday! Didn’t do anything too special, just went to dinner (Mexican) and got to see my niece- she’s been adopted so we got to see her and spend a little time.. It was nice. 🙂
It’s funny you mention a test- my brother’s girlfriend was just telling us about this weird test she had to take for a job (and it wasn’t like, brain surgery, it was just a regular office job) and she had to do like, crazy math problems and shit! So she googled it and then when that didn’t work she called her dad ? But then she still had to go for an interview after the test, so I guess the test was just to weed out the real idiots? Can you imagine the weird dystopian nightmare being hired by Buzzfeed quiz would be? The thought is cracking me up. Like “I guess I have to be a janitor because I picked Aladdin instead of Prince Eric on the Disney quiz”.
Yes, it has so been decreed, so you’re good now- go skydiving or something equally reckless 😀 Yeah like- obviously the scene in Starry Eyes was fun. First with her friends, and then she had like, this epic romance with her friend-turned-enemy-turned-lover, so… I mean, that isn’t what happens to most people while camping. Most people just get bug bites and… cholera, Idk what happens out there. Same with the hotel and pool and such. Like- I’m never going to *choose* sleeping on the floor, basically. Without plumbing. Like, come on, we aren’t animals!
Oohh does it come from a movie? You know, now that you say it, it sounds familiar, and like Jack Nicholson was involved? Now I am curious. ::Googles:: Wow so okay. You are mostly right. Basically the term originated in some obscure book in 2004, but people only really started using it after the movie (titled, of course “The Bucket List” ) came out in 2007… starring (and this is where I get to feel smart too) Jack Nicholson (and Morgan Freeman, apparently). Wow, now we know some seriously useless trivia, yay!
DUDE no because I don’t EAT while I read! This is just blasphemy! ? Ahhh I see you have changed your ways, good. good! Honestly, the reason I don’t eat while reading is probably more that I simply don’t have the coordination? Plus I don’t multi-task that well hah. Pizza has to be one of the worst things to eat though because there are so many things that can get on the book. I have abused a few books though- at my first BEA, I ran several over with my suitcase and the covers ripped off. Oops?
Exactly, like do you even stand a chance if your twin was hogging all the placenta? That’s a hard no. You’d probably spend the rest of your days feeling totally unappreciated and left out or something. Or.. Idk, really hungry? I have always wondered like- even though we don’t remember stuff from early ages, they say it actually does have an impact on people so… that’d be an awesome job- studying babies and then seeing how messed up they are later.
Yeah I think you are spot on with the balance thing. Like okay, if your “true life passion” is napping… probably not going to go well, but like, we also never focus on individual strengths until it is too late and choices already have to be made. You figure every kid has to take the same general education crap, and then it’s like “okay Susie, now you get to decide what to do with the rest of your life after never being allowed to decide anything ever before” and then wonder why Susie has a useless degree and is working at the Gap. And I don’t think it’s just you- I absolutely would choose differently if I had it to do over again. I mean, the worst part is, I didn’t even choose for the promise of money, I just chose because… people told me I had to.
YES I am seriously almost there! I have to find, then watch episode 4 tonight. Episodes 2 and 3 were just basically the same as episode 1 and I can’t with this show. So far, I think this is the worst season. It’s just gunshots, yelling, and confusion, and I’m hardly impressed. Like, why the hell is Morgan fighting Jesus?! Dude, he’s on your team! I think Morgan needs an apocalypse psychiatrist, he’s straight up lost his mind. And then nothing else even happened? That one guy’s boyfriend might have died and yep I think that’s it. ALSO- why did AMC tell everyone that Carl was dying BEFORE Carl died? That was stupid marketing. Like- I DVRed the whole season (they had every episode of S8 on before the mid-season premiere) and every commercial was like “Carl’s Farewell” and I do not understand.
Ugh please tell me that *something* will happen in the next 10 episodes other than… repeating what has already happened? Henry, ugh. He seems to have vanished again. But that’s likely because we’ve been on the “battlefield” for a millennium or six. I actually have very little desire to watch Riverdale. I mean, I WILL watch it, but… I’m really apathetic, even though I thought that it had picked up a little. Maybe TWD has destroyed my spirit 😀
Simon always confused me because I couldn’t tell what his deal was- was he trying to be “nice” to Hilltop? Is he just weak? Idk, but I am not a fan. I don’t even know who Gavin is, I am picturing 3 or 4 annoying Saviors who could be Gavin, and I find myself not caring which he even is. Seakru, I like it! HEY maybe that is where the last of Flokru ended up. Jeez Luna, they aren’t dead, they’re just hiding from the Saviors! Gabragekru, love it! Now I can call the main lady Heda instead of Head Dumpster. And wow, I just found out where they got “heda” from ? Awww I liked Sasha! But Idk what else they could have done with her considering they killed off every single person she knew and loved. Though I DID like her blossoming friendship with Maggie. But Maggie’s fine, she’s got Jesus, her new husband, and Edith, her adopted daughter, to help her raise her little Glenn baby. And YES, they need to stop killing off everyone I care about- especially since they aren’t really adding anyone new? Like what, am I supposed to love the tiger now? Garbage Heda? I don’t care about these people!
Yeah that’s what I was wondering, because if they follow it super closely, it’s no wonder that stuff gets leaked, because it isn’t even a leak? Maybe that is why they advertised Carl’s death? Either way it is super anticlimactic, and I am not a fan.
YES exactly, and especially since Kane *knows* how Grounders have a tendency to get stabby… why not just say “oh hey by the way, we have a crappy spaceship but we’re working on some Luna marrow”. And yes- WHY did ALIE not let Frikdreina on the island? Just because ALIE is an ableist piece of crap? Are AIs susceptible to prejudice? But the drones weren’t there just to keep Frikdreina out, they were there to “guard” the island. But from WHAT?
Same, same, I love the evolution of Clarke and Jaha’s relationship during the season- especially because in the end, they BOTH ended up on the “fair” side of things- Clarke when she let Bellamy open the door, and Jaha when he let Kane cull. I was mad at Monty too! Especially because it was really out of character for him. And YEP- Monty of ALL people should have recalled what happen when you let fear dictate your policy! It’s actually quite interesting to think about- because in a way, aren’t we currently being failed as a nation (even globally, really at this point) because we let people who have no business making decisions elect someone who had no business being in charge? Like… maybe it would have been better if Obama gassed us on November 9th, quietly removed Trump from the country, and then we woke up to Hillary sitting in the oval office? I’m down.
Did you watch Ep5? I just realized that all of Gagarin is going to be nightbloods. That’s going to put an interesting spin on the Madi angle. Ha remember how Clarke, with no medical training, preforms life-saving surgery on someone who by all accounts should be dead? Good times. Seriously this is the worst episode of the season- the hokey rocket unveiling, ugh. Riley, which is extra ugh. So much Riley. The only decent thing about it was getting a hefty dose of badass Monty. And Ilian blew up the ship which actually, fine, I was done with that ship, go ahead.
UGH seriously, I am almost afraid for Handmaid’s? Like, I love it, but then you need inpatient therapy for a few weeks or something. I should watch Future Man after that! It’s perfect- I’ll already be on Hulu, and it shall lighten my mood. You can steal my plan if you want. Or you know, My Little Pony is perfectly respectable ?
It is exciting- I almost don’t even care about the books? (I said “almost”, since I am not passing up books ha.) But like- we are staying in this place that looks quintessentially NOLA, and CJ (Idk if you know her? She’s from Sarcasm & Lemons) has been there a bunch of times and keeps telling us about these amazing drinks, and French pastry places, and YEP, cannot wait!
So they all look fine (because sushi, yay!) but I like the first one the best, if I am giving opinions 😀 I mean- their menu is the fanciest, which I will say DOES kind of say something, in my experience? ALSO, I might actually be flying? I was talking to my mom today, and Idk, she is having some kind of weird hangup about me driving- not even sure why, but whatever, I am not going to turn down a *much* easier trip for myself, you know? “Hey, you can fly for free, OR you could spend 20 hours in the car” is kind of a no-brainer ? But yeah, I just wanted to like, double check dates and such before I actually, you know, bought the thing hah.
Aw yay, I am glad you had a nice birthday! 😀 Mexican is always a huge win, and it is SO nice that you got to see your niece, that is really sweet!! Hope you had a nice Easter, too!
That’s hilarious. Are they just adding crazy new shit now to make the process even MORE unpleasant? One wonders. Some sadistic a-hole somewhere is like in charge of deciding okay what can we do now to fuck with applicants? Before long there will be Hunger games- style trials?? But yes Buzzfeed quizzes might not be an improvement lol.
Ooh recklessness is fun! Although I’m not sure about skydiving? Have you ever? Is skydove the past tense of skydiving? Anyways… and right? I mean who CHOOSES to sleep outside? Didn’t we develop civilization so we didn’t HAVE to do that? Cholera… lol but who knows, Lyme disease is like all widespread now, so roughing it is legit dangerous?!? But yes only in a YA book would camping be THAT happening. That’s another post idea- what seemingly innocuous things does YA turn into a grand adventure/ love story/ dystopian shithole? I’m sure there would be LOTS of good examples. Plus you never have to study!
Yeah I’d never heard the phrase before that movie. Didn’t know it was a book though! I always thought it was kind of a dumb phrase?? Plus those two old guys- didn’t seem very appealing.
I cannot even give you a good reason why I would eat and read! Clearly I’m sort of an adult and should know better, but… it somehow happened. I don’t know. I’m kind of ashamed to even admit it. But that’s awesome- you RAN OVER the books? Cause I can totally see that happening at a convention. I shouldn’t laugh though, you were probably pissed? Although it’s more funny now I assume? 🙂
“hogging the placenta” *snort* that’s just rude. I mean I know it gets crowded in there FFS but hey, if you’re a twin you gotta share, right? Geez. It’s like the runt of the litter with cats or whatever- they never really get over being the runt?
Wait, can we choose napping? Cause I wasn’t told! See they lie to us. But that’s a great point. And is exactly my thing about school- everyone has to take the same shit at the same time, everyone’s jammed together with douchey classmates, and then all of a sudden- choose! Make a great decision too! No pressure. Kinda like choosing a faction. 🙂 Do I get to try the factions out first? How do I KNOW what I want? Well you don’t, asshole, just pick! Ha and we wonder why THAT doesn’t always go well… but yeah that too, we don’t even know what all our options might be sometimes, and people are just like you gotta decide and maybe we don’t even know what our passions are until it’s too late?
I’m seriously impressed you’re on S8 now but I feel bad for you at the same time! Morgan is like maybe the worst person they could move over to FEAR. Although I’m hoping with new showrunners/ writers he will be written differently? No more of this sullen pouting or introspection or whatever the fuck he does in his spare time. One hopes anyway. They made such a big deal out of that guy’s BF dying and it’s like he’s not even a main character. They go off on these tangents and people like Carol and Daryl get almost no screen time. And the whole Kingdom thing has never really worked for me. I mean I like King Arthur personally, he’s a good guy, but it’s just so silly. I’m pretty sure tigers don’t make good pets either.
Jesus her new husband… kills me. Right though? It is hard to find anyone to like anymore! And yeah “heda” makes so much sense now. Gavin BTW is the jerk who oversees the relationship with the Kingdom, he runs the dropoffs when they pay their tribute- but yeah who cares?
*nods* I need those answers. The island is SUPER interesting and Praimfaya probably means we’ll never get em, just like the Reapers were forgotten, but damn it I’d love to know. they could have done a sci-fi horror type of storyline with the island’s mutants or something… ah what could have been!
Exact;y. I do NOT see Monty doing that, after what happened to his mom- even if he is pissed about Jasper being in the clink. I mean Skaikru leaders have a habit of jailing/ shock prodding their friends anyway, so it’s not like Clarke did anything unusual! Heck she could had Jasper tortured, he should count his blessings. But yeah I’m down with that too- works for me. You know what kills me? I was reading today where they’re STILL running ads attacking Hillary, in red states where they think she’s a liability. And FOX apparently runs stories all the time talking about her “corruption’, even though she’s not even in office anymore. So yeah
I haven’t watched 5 yet, but oh yeah- Ilian blowing up the ship. Yeesh that did suck. Maybe I’ll just skim it. You know, the sucky parts. And yes Clarke the untrained trauma surgeon. Good thing she’s a quick study. But yeah the Gagarin thing is gonne be interesting, no doubt. Just from what we’ve seen on the trailer, it looks like we’re going to get their perspective, which I like since they’re going for the whole “there is no good guys ” thing. What if we *gasp* LIKE the Gagarin people by the end, or at least some of them?
Oh my gosh I almost forgot about Future Man. Yeah that might be a better choice than Pony, true. But I appreciate you not judging me on that point, because let’s face it Handmaid’s is SO dark you need something lighter to chase it, for sure. I may have to steal your plan. 🙂
Nice. I have seen CJ around, and that’s cool you found a nice place. Drinks are good, and French pastries… clearly that will be a good trip. And yes the books will just be the icing on the cake!
I thought the first one was clearly the superior choice too. And agreed. Ooh that’s nice, because that does sound like a long drive, honestly. Like even last year when you did BEA Chicago I was impressed- I’m not sure I’d go that far for a book event? I mean not driving anyway. Or maybe I would… IDK. But yeah flying or train would be so much easier. So I don’t blame ya. So we were talking the weekend of May 19th right? How long are you thinking of staying, like a long weekend or ? Are you seeing Holly or whoever too? Because there is this place not far from us https://www.google.com/maps/uv?hl=en&pb=!1s0x8819ba63ab5db0d7%3A0xee7115dc14016fc3!2m22!2m2!1i80!2i80!3m1!2i20!16m16!1b1!2m2!1m1!1e1!2m2!1m1!1e3!2m2!1m1!1e5!2m2!1m1!1e4!2m2!1m1!1e6!3m1!7e115!4shttps%3A%2F%2Flh5.googleusercontent.com%2Fp%2FAF1QipPHiSDOxmu_G2rxQhO3F0PKyHqDwVefO-ViN9Zu%3Dw234-h157-n-k-no!5sGoogle%20Search&imagekey=!1e10!2sAF1QipPHiSDOxmu_G2rxQhO3F0PKyHqDwVefO-ViN9Zu
that is pretty nice, I’ve stayed there before, or this
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but if you’re flying in, the airport is on the other side of town so maybe you want a hotel there? Or if you’re going north to see Holly too maybe you want something up there? I don’t know, let me know what you think, and any info I can give to help I will!
Thank you! Easter was nice, super low key, didn’t really do anything. How about you? Hope you had a nice one. 🙂
I seriously think they are just adding crap, honestly. Someone probably sits around in an office laughing at the crap they make people do. Kristen (the girlfriend ha) said that they also asked her to rate questions in strongly disagree-strongly agree format, and one was like “how important to your life’s happiness will the work at this company be to you?” or something, and it was like, a catch 22 because if she said it wasn’t important, that’s no good, but if you say it IS super important, well, you sound like a real loser. Honestly, the Hunger Games scenario at least would weed out some of the laziest and stupidest candidates, at least? That, and nothing would surprise me at this point haha!
Gah, NO the thought of skydiving terrifies me- especially after that episode of Travelers, tbh. My mom has though! Which probably makes her automatically cooler than me so maybe I have to? ? I assume you have not either since you are on the fence about it hah. It just seems like- Idk, when I am in a plane, I am usually trying to stay IN the plane, you know? And yeah, Lyme Disease makes MUCH more sense in hindsight hahah. And if that tiny tick can take you down, imagine what bears and mountain lions and shit can do! Not to mention, unsavory types who lurk in the woods. (Maybe that is a dramatic YA plot point too, but… I’ll find any reason to stay indoors, tbh.) You keep coming up with some fantastic discussion posts, it’s impressive! I like that one, because it’s SO true in YA! And YES, we evolved past the point of sleeping in tents for a reason. It’s like people delight in playing caveperson on their vacation! I don’t understand.
The book actually wasn’t called the bucket list or anything, it’s just the first time anyone can point to its use, so… that guy gets the credit I guess. I agree about the movie though, seemed depressing- though they did have terminal cancer so I guess it kind of *was* depressing? Who knows, you know I never watch any movies in questioN!
“Sort of an adult”, haha, same, same. But maybe that is WHY you did it- because you could! And then realized what a dreadful idea it was, of course. And YEP, ran them right over, and the suitcase had to weigh like 100 lbs, so there were some very crunched ARCs afterward. It was a sad scene.
I actually think cats ARE messed up being the runt! My cat is a runt, and she is one twisted feline. She’s scared of everything, and runs away from other cats and shit. So maybe there is something to this bossy-twin business. Though that doesn’t explain the rest of us non-twin people, I suppose.
NO, you can’t choose napping, that is part of the problem! Though- they address this in Only Human, which is part of the thought-provoking stuff I was telling you about. Like, in advanced societies, must people work? You’re actually not wrong about the faction thing- only difference is fewer choices, really! And look how well THAT system turned out ? And yeah, I think it’s hard to know what your passions are, especially because not a lot of kid-passions can segue into adult-job-passions? Like, I loved swimming obviously, but guess what there isn’t a career in? Now, in all my wisdom, I just pretended life wasn’t happening and that worked out great clearly (ha) but how can teenagers ever know what those passions are unless they’ve been introduced to them somewhere along the line? It’s actually a really dumb system in general, because how many people do you know who want to do the same shit they wanted to do at 17? Don’t we bank on teens getting more mature, growing, evolving? Only… not when it comes to the thing they have to do every day for the rest of their lives. It couldn’t be more ridiculous!
This season is killing me. Episode 4 wasn’t terrible but then they were back on their bullshit for episode 5. I got so bored that I started drifting off during the Rick-Daryl fight, rewound it, then drifted off *again*, so I went to read spoilers. And found the best review ever that summed it up perfectly
https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/entertainthis/2017/11/20/walking-dead-season-8-episode-5-recap-the-big-scary-u/872161001/ tbh, I should have just read this and called it a night ? (I shared it because whoever wrote this feels our pain in regards to this storyline hah.)
I’m actually seeing why you don’t want Morgan on Fear- I don’t think I hate him as much as you do, probably because of my Jaha Complex (this is where I insist on seeing likability in unlikable characters, you see) but he has nothing to bring to that cast! Nothing! Unless someone needs a stick I guess? I do hope that different production teams can help, but… I am not betting on it ha. Yeah I don’t even know the guy OR his bf’s name, which makes me feel a little bad but then not really because who cares? Carol was pretty awesome in Episode 4 though, fighting like ALL of the Saviors but then still saving the King. I kind of like the King actually? I love how he is like- trying to shed the “king” image too because he feels like he doesn’t deserve it. Poor Sheeba though, RIP. That was kind of heartbreaking, since Ezekiel wanted so desperately to save her. But then I got the next episode and MEH. Though our pal Henry was back. I have no idea why? Like- Ezekiel patted him on the head a few times, and somehow that required a LOT of camera time, who knows why. This show doesn’t make sense.
It IS hard to find people to like- which is why no one cares when they die. Like, you have to make some of the characters interesting, but not outlandish (ahem, kings with tigers or Garbage Hedas), just relatable normal people who we’d care about the fates of. OOOOH okay I know who Gavin is now, thanks! You’re definitely right, wholly unnecessary for him to exist. I assume Eugene is going to turn on Dwight any second now, speaking of?
Ugh, you are probably right about the island and Praimfaya. Damn it Jason. Though Clarke does start out on the island so at least we’ll see how far gone it is! I can always write an ending too hahha.
Agreed about Monty- plus he KNEW that Jasper’s behavior was out of hand, as evidenced by Jasper running around when they thought there was black rain, all the pranks, and Monty had been reeling him in… then Clarke punishes him and somehow she is the bad guy? Yeah no, I’d have thrown his ass in jail too! And YEP- she could have shock lashed him like Kane did to Abby FFS! She just had him lay down in a nice non-acidic room? You know, I would LOVE to see the money they are spending on these useless ads. Especially because they’re so pointless. And Hillary is just “random private citizen”. I don’t understand what anyone is thinking! Like- do they think that distaste of Hillary is the only way Trump keeps certain supporters? It’s so messed up.
Let me know what you decide to do about 5- I didn’t watch 6 last night because TWD literally bored me to sleep, I couldn’t stay awake to watch it haha. I think you’re right, they are definitely going to make us like at least some of the Gagarin people- like how we ended up liking some of the Mt Weatherians. I have a feeling there will be one or two real assholes in the bunch though!
I think it depends on how MUCH Handmaid’s traumatizes you. Like- if it’s minor trauma, a Future Man-type show could work, but if it’s REALLY bad then it’s understandable that you need to like, rock yourself to sleep in a corner while watching colorful magic horses. That show is messed up!
Haha yeah, well, the driving always seems like a better idea beforehand, and then when I am exhausted I vow to never do it again, so… yeah hah. Yeah, the 19th, and I assume just like, a long weekend, though I haven’t exactly figured out what the specifics are hah. Those places look nice! Yeah- the only concern I have is that like, the downside of not driving is not having the freedom to just go wherever I want whenever I want, sadly. And I definitely do plan to see Holly at some point but I am not sure when- plus I don’t want to have to figure out how to get THERE either. And thanks, I appreciate the help 🙂
Aw that’s nice though, having a chill holiday! Sometimes holidays can be wayyyy too exhausting. I just went to my aunt’s house, but it was uneventful and the children behaved like humans so that was a win in my book!
I think compared to some interviews I’ve had that a Hunger Games style killfest might be preferable? And it’s not like I’ve had an y particular bad ones, but just the whole experience… so not fun.
Your mom is cooler. I mean she’s skydived. Dove. whatever. Kidding- but still, that’s impressive! Yeah I have no interest- like I’ve mentioned before, I don’t love flying? The last thing I want to do is jump OUT of the plane?!? And yes in YA the woods are swarming with unsavory types. And werewolves and suchlike. Really quite dangerous.
I think it was one of those things where I had just eaten and didn’t realize I had a little sauce on my hand or something… hadn’t washed my hands yet and picked up a book and oops. Game over. But yeah wasn’t super pleased with that arrangement. Bummer about the ARC’s… you could have been like that one blogger ha ha and just went and got a bunch more! Um, I’ll take 5 please lol. Still kills me. And I wasn’t even there…
One of my cats is a runt too, and yup. Super skittish. Her brother loves people and hangs out, but if you pick her up she has a fit. What can you do?
Okay factions- who would YOU choose? I’ll say Erudite, because even though they were assholes (or led by assholes) I do like learning- I think it would be my natural fit? Maybe. Amity seems nice and pastoral but way boring. Dauntless I guess you get to be a badass but they’re probably all assholes like the NRA. So yeah… and you know what, that’s a super good point. Even if kids DO find their talents/ passions, who’s to say they’ll want to KEEP doing it? The system is dumb. Okay imagine we lived for hundreds of years. what would we do with all that time? Have multiple careers probably, but like you said- if a society gets advanced enough, do they need to work? If robots or automation are doing everything, what do people do? I want more stories like that…
*nods about that recap* yup. Spot on.
I try to like Morgan, but after watching episode 14 today… no. It never works! They’ll have to pull off a miracle for me to like him on FEAR. Who knows, maybe they will? But I just want him to leave at this point- BOTH shows. He’s such a fucking pansy. I mean not in a weak way, he’s clearly back to fighting, but just the whole woe is me/ I’m having visions thing. He’s seeing people that aren’t there now, and I’m so tired of that. I like the king too actually, he’s a good guy, although like Morgan he does a lot of pissing and moaning this season. Henry figured heavily in episode 14 so he’s still around. Sigh. And Rick did something that has the internets ALL abuzz, so we will discuss forthwith once you are there. Anxious to see your thoughts. And some interesting Negan/ garbagekru developments…
Remember how good the show was early on? I mean, relatively. I think about that a lot lol.
The tiger was sad. And why is Eugene alive?
We may need you to write a proper scenario for the island and it’s bloodthirsty slavering mutants, because I fear Jason is not going to give us that. 🙁
Yeah sometimes I like how the Delinquents can pretty much do whatever they want, and other times I’m like- why aren’t they being reined in? Like Monty just does that, and no one does anything. Course the guards used to fuck with people on the regular, and yeah Kane lashing Abby, so maybe… it’s better? Geez can’t they find a happy medium?
Wait- we liked the Mt Weatherians? Kidding- yeah some were okay, like Maya. And Dante tried to do the right thing, mostly I guess. But yeah I didn’t watch 5 yet- all I watched was TWD. Oh and Doctor Foster S2 just popped onto Netflix, and I’m there. So I have to fit that in. I’m like a Netflix whore. Sorry but I don’t know how else to characterize it. It’s like ooh I’m watching this show, but wait!! the new shiny lol. Although I have been waiting for Dr. Foster for a while- it’s a Brit show and pretty good. And Requiem looks badass and scary- have you seen that? If you check out the trailer on netflix let me know Maybe we should watch it. See how I am? This is how all the shows start…
Right? After a helping of Auntie Lydia I may need the Ponies, or maybe Care Bears? Just warm fuzzies?
That is a concern, for sure. I thought of that too. Not having a car is a problem. You could rent a car? But that might be expensive, I haven’t done that in ages. Well whatever you think, like I said, I’ll help any way I can.
Ha ha good that you had a nice one too. Uneventful is good! I didn’t read jack but I did get a little blog stuff written… and a new Movies That Suck. So that felt good. 🙂
Hahah I agree- I mean, at least in The Hunger Games, you know what you have to do, you know what they want of you. In interviews, it’s like trying to guess what answer makes you most likable and shit. Which is why the whole process is dumb. I feel like anyone can seem decently human for a finite time period? It’s when people let their guards down that you have to worry about what kind of crazy you’ve hired. At my old job, there was an infamous story about a girl who by all accounts seemed normal… until she took off her bra one summer day and put it in a client’s freezer because she was warm.
HA she is cooler, I admit it! And she skydove (yeah I like that one better hah) multiple times, too, not just once- it was like, her “thing” for awhile! (It was after her divorce, and she was super young, plus she’s just not scared of stuff so I guess it is the perfect combo?) Can you even imagine the part where the damn door of the plane opens?! That is one of my biggest flying fears actually, because being sucked out the door sounds awful- and I won’t lie, I wonder what will happen to my luggage, which probably isn’t the appropriate thing to worry about but there it is. Seriously though, what *isn’t* full of unsavory types in YA? The woods, school, your house, basically nowhere is safe.
Ha. well, at least now you know to check for errant food remnants before reading, so maybe it was a good lesson? As long as whatever the book was wasn’t super important, of course. Then it would just be a tragedy all around. OMG yes, I could have pulled a Jessica. Actually, BEA was over by the time I ran them over, BUT, had I behaved abysmally beforehand, I’d have had extras? They were still readable so it wasn’t hugely awful! You know, thinking about how heavy my suitcase was with a normal-ish amount of books, I can’t help but wonder… how did Jessica drag 5 copies of every book home? Ew, I think she’s from Florida, I hope I don’t run into her in NOLA, ugh.
That is exactly how Charlie is! (My cat ha.) I bonded with her because she seemed to want to get the hell out of the pet store, and now I know why- she’s just afraid of everything! Which… I mean, reasonable. She’s just an introvert or something I suppose.
I agree with Erudite! They always seemed the most interesting- like at least you wouldn’t be bored? And they weren’t *all* assholes, just a few bad eggs. Amity did seem boring, I agree! Dauntless… I am just not dauntless enough basically. Like I’d have cried and refused to jump on day 1. Abnegation… no. I think I’m nice, but not nice enough to spend all my days taking care of everyone else. What the hell is the other one? AH Candor! No, that sounds like a recipe for disaster, hard pass. And YEP- like do you still want to do half the shit you wanted to do at 17? I sure don’t. And seriously, what *would* happen if we lived for a super long time? Like- no one is going to sit in a cubicle for 300 years or something! It was interesting- because you did get “extra” by working, but you’d be totally comfortable *not* working in the book, but then people found things they enjoyed to fulfill their lives.
I just don’t see Morgan fitting in with the group really, in Fear. I mean, it’s clear he doesn’t fit in on TWD, which is maybe why they decided to try Fear? But.. he’s just so damn mopey, I feel like someone needs to scavenge for Prozac or something. UGH, the King was super mopey too, but I figured that was cause all his people died. Hopefully he can snap out of it eventually? I cannot with the Morgan visions. Just… why? And where did it come from? Unless he is having a stroke, I am really not interested.
I am SO curious about episode 14 and Rick’s nonsense! I mean, I’ll take anything exciting at this point, and yay for discussions! I started to watch episode 6 last night and I started to fall asleep, at like 1:00? What even? I watched like, half of it, and it was about 30 minutes of everyone passing notes back and forth. I felt like I was in 6th grade. Henry showed up too, so that was awesome. He’s what, 5? And he wants Carol to take him into battle? Like is there a point to this kid? Or did someone owe a cousin a favor or something? (Honestly, is it any wonder I fell asleep?)
Sobs, the show WAS so good early on! I loved the characters a lot. And then they all died. And were replaced with this garbage. In some cases, literally. Sigh. Um, Eugene should not be alive. I am kind of surprised that no one killed him for betraying Rickkru anyway. I mean, how could they not have killed him, after how many times they saved and basically carried his ass?
I feel like maybe you are right about Jason not giving us Island Life. I will have to brainstorm, see what I can come up with. Something shady, and I feel like in might involve Lexa… ?
They DO need a happy medium! And I think Monty got away with it perhaps because everyone *wanted* him to read the list? Like sure they can pretend to be shocked that he did it, but… wouldn’t you want to hear it? Plus, most of the people ON the list weren’t there, which made it harder to stop.
HA I know, I know. I did like Maya, and Dante at times. And Maya’s dad. And that old couple who got shot in the head. But they did humanize some of them- most of them really? Dying at “Netflix whore” because… well you kind of are ? I mean, we have three weeks from today, so whore wisely! Oooh I watched the trailer, and Requiem does look good! Definitely dark and scary. Yes, yes, we should watch it! But I think you should finish… something else first or you will have ended up watching 2 episodes of every show on Netflix 😀
Aw Care Bears are fun! Though, when I was a kid, my grandparents tried to take me to the Care Bear movie and I got too scared and we had to live (and apparently I felt the need to specify “as a kid”, lest you think this happened last weekend).
Yeah, I could do the rental car thing. I don’t know how much it would be, but I will definitely look into it. Holly was fine about coming down to meet me wherever, so that is good, I won’t have to worry there. But still, it would be nice to not have to worry about how the hell I’d get places, so yeah. I need to start like, actually doing stuff but- you know how when you think of trip planning, it’s super fun, but then it’s actually *time* to do the trip scheduling and it’s like “well holy shit this is overwhelming”? Hah I think that is where I am right now. Plus, the one kind of positive thing about having an event to go to or something is, it kind of dictates your times and dates for you? And in this case, I am free to do whatever basically, and I am low key intimidated by the thought ?
Oooh good that you got ahead with blog stuff! That… is never going to happen for me I think. I’ve come to terms with it 😀 And YAY new Movies That Suck! What movie sucked this time?
*sputter* really? That … seems unusual. the bra thing I mean. Although they probably do get uncomfortable? I mean summer is bad enough without having extra stuff on. But I guess time and place huh. 🙂 A freezer though? That would cool you off I suppose.
Multiple times? *more sputter* Wow. But hey that’s cool. I’m not sure I’d ever get over the fear that the damn ripcord would work. I mean can you imagine pulling that shit and nothing happening? Like that would suck. Aiiiiieeeeeeeee…. as you fall to your doom? LAst thought is probably something like I jumped out of a plane ON PURPOSE and this is how I’m gonna go? Not cool. And yeah- nowhere IS safe in YA. Like even the damn house now. Stephanie Perkins’ new one even has the maniacs coming in the house FFS- can’t we catch a break? Speaking of, that one sucked. I gave it an okay review at the time but as I think back… I’m less and less fond of it. Not sure why I went on this tangent, but whatever…
See I kinda hope she IS in NOLA so I can hear stories. Assuming she’s still behaving poorly. But yeah how did she get all that shit home? Her mail bill must have been astronomical?
Aww… that’s cute. It’s so hard to leave them behind when the cats stare at you like that. “Take me home” and you’re like shit, it’s just one more…
Erudite’s like the only way to go! Abnegation would suck- fuck that. Candor….psshh. And right? I was an idiot at 17. Okay I’m still an idiot, just… a wiser idiot maybe? As for living longer, they’re already predicting the “end of work” or some such nonsense. Not that that would be bad, but I don’t think we’re there yet. We never get the fun futuristic stuff, like flying cars or no work. It made me think of Logan’s Run though, where everyone just hangs around and does fun stuff- totally hedonistic lifestyle. I could be down for that, within reason of course. Although come to think of it they only live til 30, so that’s like the opposite. But I have read stuff where people have longer lifespans and they devote themselves to knowledge or whatever. I could get behind that…
Are you seeing the Morgan visions now? I feel like you are catching up quickly- which is awesome! Yeah I can’t. I hope he doesn’t ruin FEAR. And wasn’t it silly how everyone EXCEPT Ezekiel and his servant dude died? And Carol I guess. How convenient. This season really is a cluster.
Oh my gosh we will TALK when you hit 14, because… Rick. Yeah. I have thoughts, although with the way the show is going I don’t care that much, the character is basically all fuckery now anyway? But it is controversial, I think, the decision he makes.
I would love to see more of Lexa, especially in conjunction with mutantkru or whatever they are? Cause they’re there, I know they are.
True. And it’s a good thing Jaha stepped in cause Clarke was NOT doing a good job of selling her list ha ha. Leadership of Skaikru has always been a mixed thing, especially now that they’re all on the ground. I mean even when the adults were in charge it was all screwed up, even Kane and Abby couldn’t always make good decisions. I don’t know what the answer is for those people… although it sounds like Octavia does heh.
Oh yeah Maya’s dad. How could I forget time traveler dude? And that old couple? So sad. I AM! I know it, you know it, and I don’t know what to do about it. I don’t really WANT to change but you’re right- I have time constraints here. And “whore wisely?” That… is awesome. 🙂 Although you are right, my decisions have consequences because The 100 will be here very soon and the last thing I should be doing is adding new shows. But… yes Requiem! We haven’t really watched something batshit scary yet??
Care Bears are fun! And wholesome, nice. Like a nice glass of lemonade after a shot of Handmaid’s Tale! I like Smurfs too, IDK. Okay I’ve never really watched Care Bears, I’ll be honest, but it SEEMS nice and wholesome, right?
I get it for sure. It IS kind of intimidating, coming to a strange town without a set schedule or central venue, like at an event. And I totally get it if you want to postpone or do it later in the year or something. Because it is coming up fast and there are variables, like the transportation thing and all that. I mean I’d be more than happy to pick you up at the airport, but I’m sure you don’t want to depend on me to get around… and you do have NOLA coming up. Don’t think though that I don’t want to meet though- it’s not that. But I get it if it doesn’t work out for May. Or maybe we should meet at an event or something? If I could swing it I would do NOLA too but it’s not in the cards this year… kind of a bummer. But whatever you want to do is fine- we will get together at some point, no question, and we can still do May but DO NOT feel bad if you want to wait a bit, cause I understand.
Okay… dun dun dun lol. I watched Desperately Seeking Susan, a ridiculous 80’s movie with Madonna in it, and I kinda like it? I’ve seen it before, but it was fun to tear into a bit. And this will be #7, I think? Mean Girls being #6. Although I may do the voting thing at some point, so maybe that will move around things. But right now I’m trying to get a few in the can, as they say. It’s kind of a blast. 🙂
I mean… I have never heard someone do such a thing before? Nor have I ever been walking around and thought “wow, my day would be better if my bra was in the freezer” so… I think this girl was insane? My boss (who I was friends with) said she did other shady stuff too, the bra thing was just the last straw. Apparently she showed up to the park for a session with a client with autism… wearing a very tight, very short red dress and stilettos. But that she had *seemed* normal when she first started! I mean, I guess the freezer thing would cool you off, sure, but… so would more normal things? Hah.
Um YES- that would be my biggest fear too! And then you’re in the air, panicking of course, KNOWING you are going to die, and probably for like… way too long? HA exactly, choosing your doom is kind of the worst. I always assumed it would be my fault the ripcord didn’t work too. Like I’d be too clumsy or scared to figure it out or something? I am sad about the Stephanie Perkins one sucking. I’ve not read any of her other books, and I almost traded that one, but then I kept it, but now I am reconsidering. Was it like… crappy horror movie style? That is kind of what I figured hah. Especially with the whole “people in your house” business. That sounds fake.
Noooo I don’t want her there, she makes us all look bad! (Though… I do see your point, she’s definitely entertaining, no doubt about it.) I think she drove- I feel like someone said she had a minivan that she drove (from Florida to Chicago, which… insane) with her kids and her friends, and apparently hundreds of books. I mean, even minivans don’t have that much room when they’re filled with people!
Ugh, yes, this is why I cannot go to pet stores, or anywhere that has rescue animals, because it kills me to leave their cute squishy faces behind! I mean- when I got Charlie, I had gone in with a friend to pick up fish food! There was not supposed to be any such pet shopping!
In Candor, I feel like you’d just end up hating all your friends for the shit they thought about you and then told you because… Candor? HA exactly, I mean, now I don’t know what I want to do either, let alone at 17! I mean, at 17 I straight up thought “pretending adulthood didn’t exist” was a legitimate plan. Yeah the Logan’s Run thing is sad because…. well, we’d be dead. But I like the pursuit of knowledge thing- I think that was kind of the theory in Only Human. People who liked working or had certain skill sets did some jobs, but then everyone else just pursued crap they were interested in- so in theory, pretty much all the bases ended up being covered one way or another.
Nope, no Morgan visions yet. I am on episode 8 (which annoyingly, has “never before seen bonus content”- as if the actual draggy episodes weren’t enough?) I mean, I am glad that the servant guy and Ezekiel lived, but it WAS insane that ONLY they lived. Though his people did basically fall on top of him to protect him when the gunshots started so… at least they tried a little at believability? Idk why I am giving them any credit, they hardly deserve it.
Oh hell, I see why Henry is the worst. He’s in the woods, with nothing but a Morgan stick no less, following Carol. I haven’t a clue why, of course. Also Carl is being decent and I’m starting to get sad about his impending doom. They totally do that on purpose, don’t they? Make Carl sympathetic so we get sad when he bites it? Ugh, so rude. I am SO curious about 14- I may be watching faster just because I want to know! Rick is a real mess of a character, I concur. And he has made a lot of bad calls so if this one is extra shady.. yeah, I am insanely curious basically!
YES there are (or I guess, were at least?) definitely more mutants than we saw. Maybe they were too expensive/time consuming to make, so they nixed them? I really cannot think of any other reason- they were fun! And Lexa has to be involved, she really didn’t have a lot of time, if you think about it- only about 16 episodes in all I suppose?
Clarke was a mess trying to explain that damn list. It was a good thing shady Jaha stepped in to save the day or Riley would have ended up Chancellor or something. I think that the main problem was (probably still is) that whatever is good for the leaders/the survival of the people in general isn’t always good for like, the more “expendable” people? And Octavia… yeah, I guess whatever she does works since they made it- though I think the people who became dinner might not concur.
Seriously I can’t even keep track of who Maya’s Dad even is anymore, he’s on so many damn shows. And yeah, only 20 days, apparently, that is soon! Requiem definitely looks good too!
I think the Care Bears are pretty wholesome? There is a “bad guy” of some sort of course (bad bear, perhaps?) but I am sure it’s not exactly Aunt Lydia hah. In the movie, there was a storm and the bears were at sea and I was afraid they’d die hah.
Desperately Seeking Susan, never saw it, but the name sounds familiar? I mean, you do kind of like all of them, so they never totally suck hahah. Which is good, and probably true of most movies- but still fun to make fun of, no doubt. So wait, did you watch Mean Girls!?
I think the freezer thing would do wonders, actually, if you were, you know, hot and stuff. But maybe not at work? I guess at home, whatever, right? So yeah… and that sounds like an interesting get-up for the park/ client session! Hmmm yeah… issues there for sure.
Reminds me of the Travelers episode with the poor girl parachuting over and over. Oh dear I’m crashing again *sigh* fucking Director can’t get its shit together apparently. Yeah the Perkins book was kind of a trainwreck in hindsight. It was kind of like a small town horror/ slasher type story. the conclusion was kinda good, in terms of the setting of the final showdown, but taken as a whole- I don’t really recommend the book.
She DROVE? Wow. With hundreds of books. And kids? Oh yeah is she the one that had kids/ friends holding places in line for her? Oh my gosh where is the video of THAT? See the entertainment value of that is off the charts I think. Although maybe not if you’re in line with her or one of her “assistants”.
Went in for fish food, came out w/ Charlie! Ha ha love it. But I get it. 🙂
Candor… right? I mean that’s just asking for trouble. And everyone hated them didn’t they? Because too honest ha! But yeah I was NOT ready to be making faction decisions at 17. I do think the whole futuristic society what do people do thing is fascinating fodder for stories though! Now I kinda wanna write one. Because society could go wrong in all kinds of ways seems like? Altered Carbon (as shitty as it was) even touched on that a bit, since the wealthy could re- sleeve themselves and thus were essentially immortal- they just cloned new bodies and used a new one when the old one wore out or whatever. Wasn’t Six Wakes kinda like that too?
Well the Morgan fuckery will be coming to a screen near you soon enough, rest assured. 🙂 And Henry… yeah. Little twerp. I’ve already forgotten about Carl so I guess I’m over him ha ha- although Rick and Michonne are all moping over it. Understandably of course. and the Rick thing sort of has to do with that- like what does Rick do now that Carl has gone, in terms of his leadership and how to deal w/ the saviors? Anyway…
You are almost there and we can discuss 14 soon!!!!!!!
So many missed mutant opportunities. 🙂
It always comes down to some version of Delinquents vs Jaha in the end, so maybe it’s fitting if Octavia (of all people) finally dispenses with him and institutes Jaha steak night? IDK I guess we’ll see…
20 days? Wow. You know your next Monthly post will no longer be counting down the time since Praimfaya… just saying. 🙂
There was a movie?
Right? So far I HAVE mostly liked them, although TBH Maximum Overdrive did NOT age well for me at all. So that one’s borderline. And frankly Tremors sucked ass although I keep getting comments from people who love it, which is KILLING me. Tomorrow should be interesting. 🙂 And no I have not watched Mean Girls yet, soon! I’m taking your advice and slotting that one in. 🙂
I mean. I guess? Though I feel like it would get…. soggy? And therefore uncomfortable? But that’s just me, person who doesn’t keep underwear in the fridge, so. Some people are just… different. And that is why there were trainings about appropriate behavior in clients’ homes ?
YES- that is the one I was talking about when I said that I was definitely now too afraid to do it, how many times did we watch that girl (and her brother or whatever) crash into the ground?! Hard pass. Incidentally, that was a really quality episode. Ugh, why, why are there so many crappy books lately? Or at least, underwhelming ones. (Though Stephanie’s sounds downright crappy, so.)
YEP she had two kids with her (I have no idea how many she has in general) and I think 2 or 3 friends. And ALL of them got books- even the kid who was like, a toddler. Because obviously every 3 year old wants to read like, the new Leigh Bardugo book or whatever. It was so dumb. And she claimed that the kid was disabled (Idk if she was or wasn’t) but used the wheelchair to PILE THE BOOKS ON…. while the kid WALKED. Or was carried by one of her friends, there was quite a bit of that too. My thing was, why did no one just tell her no? It doesn’t make sense to me!
Yeahhh, no one wanted to go near Candor, because they’d tell them their hair looked bad, probably. What exactly did Candor even DO? Like the others had jobs, right? You should write that! I find it quite interesting too. Like, this system we have is really dumb, so maybe there is a better one. YEP that was pretty much exactly like Six Wakes. (More fail from Altered Carbon, I suppose hah.) Didn’t some of the characters in Six Wakes have like, multiple full careers? Honestly, that sounds exhausting. I don’t know how I feel about that. Actually- Scythe is like that too, which means you need to read Scythe 🙂
I kind of liked that Carl just got killed by a random bite and not this dumb war. And I’ll be damned, but I liked him at the end. Him telling Michonne she was his best friend killed me. And I like how he basically tried to parent Rick at the end there- Rick needs it, frankly. I figured that this would be a whole character development thing for Rick, which obviously makes sense, that’d be traumatic for anyone, but I kind of worry that it’ll permanently change the dynamic of the show? Idk.
HA seriously, I think you’re right- I hadn’t thought of it from that angle, but the Delinquents shutting down Jaha IS a sort of poetic justice. Especially O, considering how she was forced to live her entire life, not just on the ground, because of Jaha. I still really hope he is able to sacrifice himself though, and not just be attacked. Feels more authentic that he’d volunteer, and it also feels really full-circle.
You are right! But because I couldn’t let it go, I already typed in that the show came back exactly 11 months after Praimfaya hahah. I really hope it’s good, I worry that my expectations are too high.
YES there was a Care Bear movie- I told you that a few comments up- how my grandparents had to take me out of the theater because I was too scared? (And then I clarified that I was like, 4, and this didn’t happen last weekend or anything?)
That’s actually kind of sad about Maximum Overdrive- though I suppose it makes sense, I mean, it’s a really ridiculous premise. I saw the comments about people loving Tremors and after watching the clips… let’s just say I no longer trust any of their judgment on anything ? And YAY watch Mean Girls. Though if you ask me, it doesn’t suck at all. And you’ll get all the references and that will be fun!
So I finally caught up on Riverdale. It was… a mixed bag again. One of the episodes bored me to tears, but the other was actually decent? Oh, and it’s on hiatus until the 18th, so you have time to catch up if you so desire. AND I finally read All Systems Red! Murderbot is freaking hilarious! Though I am kind of pissed that it ran away? I liked the humans!
OH, have you watched any of The 100? (You know- I realized while watching TWD, and realizing I couldn’t tell you any of the episode names with a gun to my head, that my episode title memorization really IS weird… ?)
Yes it sounds like in her case appropriateness training was clearly needed! I’d be a little worried about her maybe.
Yes of all the Traveler fuck ups that may have been the most alarming? I mean volunteering to drop like a stone over and over. Oww. Not cool. And I’m sure Stephanie’s fluffier books are better but it really didn’t motivate me to want to find out anytime soon??
I’m sorry, that’s funny. Little junior here who’s three needs an ARC ya’ll! *snort* that’s classic. And piling books on the wheelchair????? Oh my gosh that takes brass. Why isn’t this on Youtube? It’s a crime.
Yeah they did as I recall (Six Wakes). It does sound exhausting. I like Logan’s Run way better- just hang out all day! Although maybe it would get boring? But it’s like Murderbot- he just wants to watch the galactic version of Netflix all day, can you blame him? There has to be some nice balance though of work and play- like maybe Erudite some of the time and the rest of the time- whatever. I guess it depends how long the lifespan IS. You know, how long one has t work with here. 🙂 What do you think the ideal lifespan would be? Like a thousand years? Too long? Now I’m all thinking about this… oh and Scythe is coming up, that and Unwind. I guess good timing huh?
Yeah you’ve seen what Carl told Rick now, and that dovetails into what I was talking about with 14. Will Rick change to accommodate Carl’s wishes? And that was a touching moment with Michonne. I almost think she’s conveying her grief more effectively than Rick is.
I agree, Jaha needs that moment. I just don’t want him killed willy-nilly by Octavia. Well I mean I’d be fine if she did, probably, but ideally… it would be better if he could sacrifice himself for the group, since he’s always tried to do the right thing, even if I don’t agree w/ his choices. So yeah… but it would be poetic, after floating her mom and making her have to live under the floor all those years. Although that would apparently have happened whether Jaha was chancellor or not, since they had such strict population controls…
My expectations are probably sky high! But I think it wil deliver, just having it back will be such a rush? I mean Apr 20th or whenever it is is almost like a holiday for me at this point? And I will alcohol on hand for any instance in which someone says “leave us.” Just saying.
Oh yeah you did mention that. O.o I feel like 4 is understandable though? I mean movies are loud, and big screens, and even something like care Bears… I mean yeah it happens. 🙂 My youngest had to leave Spy Kids something or other (don’t remember which one) although she recently admitted she did it just to get out of the movie- she really wanted to go back across the street to this LEGO store we had been to, and totally manipulated us. Nice huh? She got scared in Wall- E too, and now I’m wondering… 🙂
Ha right? Those comments on Tremors kill me! People really like that movie! I’m sorry, it was bad. But Mean Girls… I’m kinda afraid to call it a Movie That Sucks, but I’ll figure something out…
Someone left a comment on one of my posts that Riverdale was actually getting good again? That gave me hope. But we usually like the same stuff so if you found it just okay then… I’ll keep my expectations low. And I was disappointed to hear that they are now nixing the idea of a Riverdale/ Sabrina crossover. that’s mighty disappointing since the showrunner used to tease it and the idea of a more supernatural vibe for R’dale works for me. Bummer… And yay for Murdrbot! I loved that one! I agree- i liked the humans and wanted him to stay!!!
I’m watching the 100 tonight. Watched 5, gonna try to get through 7. And I’m 3 episodes into Doctor Foster and really NOT feeling S2. Ugh. Disappointing after a stellar S1, but it’s only 5 episodes so they go quickly. I love the shorter amount of episodes on the BBC shows!
It must have been insane for her bosses to actually have to tell someone these things. It’s like, when you see ridiculous rules and think “who must have behaved like that to make this rule necessary?” because it always has to be someone hah.
HA right? The whole concept of people volunteering on Travelers in general shocks me. Like how many selfless people are there really? Not that many. I am not volunteering for multiple parachute death, that’s for sure! Yeah I decided that I didn’t need to read Stephanie’s fluffy books, because… I don’t really get along that great with fluffy anyway and I wasn’t super excited about the premise?
You’re right, it SHOULD be on YouTube- I mean, we could have made memes out of it, FFS! I can’t with people like her, she is the worst. But bad enough that she’s awful, she drags her kids into it! Someone found a video she posted where the kid called her out on something (the older kid, not the little one hah) and she was SO awful to the kid, it broke my heart- like no way do those kids have even a chance of being normal, ugh. I promise, if she does it this year, I will be ready!
It does sound exhausting! And since the characters in Six Wakes were like, the elite in their field, they’d done a bunch of really grueling jobs at that! I feel like maybe the Logan’s Run thing wouldn’t be boring because you’d have such a finite time? It’s funny that you call Murderbot “he”, because in my head it was “she”, even though it’s actually neither ? But YES- I would want to watch all the Netflix too, especially after saving people’s asses all day! So, I am all for immortality if we’re getting to pick. Mostly because the thought of death scares the crap out of me? Like do you just not exist? Because I am quite fond of existing. So I’d say forever, though maybe after a millennium or so I’d change my tune. What do you think? Scythe will be VERY thought provoking in that arena, so I am excited for you to read it- lots of questions come up about living forever, and overpopulation, and of course the fact that some people *don’t* get to live forever. Unwind will probably freak you out a bit too 😀
Oh YES I agree with you about Michonne- she is acting way more human than Rick, no question. Which, I mean, thank goodness (and knock on all the wood and such) that we don’t know how the hell Rick can cope with this, but it doesn’t seem normal. I feel like already, Rick is not changing- like when Negan wanted to calm down, Rick was like “fuck what Carl said, I’m killing you!” and I am just rolling my eyes. Like maybe Rick should have just… Idk, played along? What a fool. He could have then used it to his advantage! He could have pretended to have given up on life after Carl’s death or something, Idk.
Yeah, I would NOT be okay if Jaha’s death was random. I need it to be meaningful because I still like him and also, in a kind of evil way, I want this to weigh on Octavia. Like, I want it to be hard for her, because if it isn’t, then she’s too far gone already, if that makes sense? And yeah, I think that the whole him killing her mom to, in a way, save their people (because of the population control) and then her, in turn, killing HIM to save their people (for the same exact reason, essentially).
OMG I am dying, I will have to go get myself some alcohol too for the occasion ? I can already see it- someone on Gagarin says it, O and Indra say it, hahhaha. But yes, it is pretty damn exciting. It’s the 24th! I think… 18 days? One of the producers has been doing a GIF countdown of the days, and it is pure gold- https://twitter.com/timscanlan/status/982257533904539650
In fairness, it WAS my first movie haha. I am DYING at your daughter leaving the movie to go to a more fun locale- that is seriously impressive! Sadly for her, she can never pull that particular stunt again though!
Yeah, I mean… they can like Tremors, that is fair, but to say it is GOOD… that’s just not true, sorry. I mean, the hair alone in that movie is inexplicable! Yeah, Mean Girls doesn’t suck. But… I still think you can say it sucks because I bet SOMEONE thinks it sucks. Sucking is kind of relative anyway, right? (As shown by the Tremors comments!)
I was really bored by the first Riverdale episode, but then the second one was actually decent. Like- I stopped playing on my phone while I watched it levels of decent. How many are you behind? WHAT they aren’t going to do the Sabrina crossover!?! That is so sad, what even is the point of having it set in the same world then!? Murderbot was fun! I enjoyed its commentary best of all. I hope that the humans come back again. Idk why, but I thought the second one was already out, but no- why is it listed for $10 on Kindle pre-order? Do I really need to pay $10 for a novella? Not cool, Tor.
So you got through 5 hahah. I like 6 though- let me know when you are watching it, I’ll turn it on too. I am sorry that Doctor Foster is sucking though- especially if you really liked the first season. Only 5 episodes?! That seems almost *too* short? I mean- especially if you have to wait a year for 5 episodes!
Right? So true. and yeah- I’m sure the repeated falling to her death thing had a chilling effect on Travelers volunteers going forward?!? I mean I’m not sure the Director inspires much confidence at this point in time…
Oh wow her kid called her out on video and she was nasty to him? What is her deal? Can’t even… but it takes all kinds I guess. Is this individual still blogging? I have to imagine her credibility took a HUGE hit after that fiasco…
Yeah Logan’s Run really WAS finite, lol. Living only to 30 (and in the book it was 21) you really WOULD live for the moment I guess. But if we had lifespans in the hundreds and all that free time… everything automated, maybe that would be the problem? Everyone always talks about the robot apocalypse and AI’s taking over, but what if instead of them taking over we just… give it all away? Like make them handle everything and then if we need to actually “fix” something no one knows how? Because the machines always handle it? I’d love to read a good story about a “utopian” society like that that finds out maybe it’s not so good to let the machines do everything? But with all the talk about the future of work, and automation already being what it is, I think it’s a fascinating topic.
I think I’m going to really like Scythe and Unwind from what you’re saying, because yeah I’m thinking about all that stuff right now. 🙂 I think for me I’d want at least a thousand years, and maybe even more, but I’m not sure I’d want forever, because… that’s long. Maybe too long? But this 70-100 years we (roughly) get is nowhere NEAR long enough. WTF? But yeah dying scares the crap out of me too. It’s amazing how we go through life and don’t think about it even MORE, sometimes. Like it doesn’t totally paralyze us, because I can’t really imagine NOT existing, you know? Oh, and Murderbot. See that’s probably me just making that unconscious assumption that it was a “he” because I’m male and a jerk? lol but yes it could be a she, or neither. And probably is. Good point. I mean why does it have to be a gender? It doesn’t really.
Yeah Rick… has serious problems at this point. It’s hard to care about his character because he doesn’t really emote much, they’re not giving us anything to care about. That’s the problem I have with Morgan too- I feel like they want us to like him but he just talks all this mumbo- jumbo, I don’t care about him because I don’t know what his problem is all the time!At least w/ Carol you can kinda get what she’s about. And yes Rick (if he was smart) could have said yeah let’s end this, it’s counterproductive, he could have met Negan and killed him when he got close to him. Or something. You’re right, pretty dumb.
Yup, it would be a nice way of bringing everything full circle, how you described that. About her killing him to save their people after what he did. And you’re right, it needs to weigh on her absolutely. I mean she killed that innocent kid back in S4E4, which I had forgotten, but she’s pretty ruthless now. Like Roan says we have this problem or that, and she’s like I’ll take care of it, which means she’ll go kill. Even Indra’s like damn what’s up with homegirl? So in a way she’s like Rick? We used to empathize with her, care about her, but in making her ninja girl they’ve taken away her humanity, to a degree?
18 days. I’m going to try and finish S4 this next week then, so I have a cushion. Getting down to the wire! And I may take a shot every time they say leave us, so if I’m tipsy- tweeting the night of the premiere you’ll know why. although watch now they won’t say it anymore!!!
I know, she’s sneaky. Apparently. Wall-E seemed to genuinely scare her though. The beginning, when Eve or Ava or whoever she was shooting at Wall-E? IDK it WAS kind of intense. For a kids movie. But yeah Spy Kids… lol.
Sucking is kind of relative… dying at that. 🙂 But yeah it’s irresponsible to call Tremors good in any form because… clearly no. I mean it’s trash. I knew from the outset it would be, you know how some movies are just like, shitty in the first 5 mins? Yup, that’s Tremors.
I have watched no Riverdale at this juncture. But now that I’ve finished Dr. Foster maybe? I actually want to catch up, but I have to buy the episodes and I’m balking. Although maybe they’re on the CW website for free? I’ll have to check. I suspect not though. Oh and Hulu sent me another free trial email. This is like the 5th time they send one. Are they really going to give me ANOTHER free trial?? And yes I am not happy about the lack of a crossover! I wanted that! So sad. I personally think Riverdale would be more fun with a supernatural element. I mean it’s silly anyway!
Yeah Dr. Foster blew. I mean really. SUCH a comedown from S1, the characters just went off the rails completely. I’m actually sorry I watched, but who knew? Big disappointment. And yes I will let you know when I watch 6! And Requiem is only 6 so it won’t take forever to watch. But yeah if a show is GOOD it DOES seem too short lol, although in the case of Dr. Foster I would have had to quit or drug myself if it had dragged on any longer. Fuck that was a trainwreck…
The question is though, do the potential Travelers get to see what happens to all their predecessors? Because I can see them hiding it all, and no one knowing exactly what they’re signing up for. I really hope S3 gives us a better look at the future side of things. Actually, ANY look at the future hah.
Yeah the kid didn’t even say anything nasty, just like… something that I guess she didn’t want her to say on camera? (I don’t fully remember, but it had to do with ARCs I think.) And she like, flipped out on the kid! And then…. posted it, which boggled my mind the most! She IS still blogging, which again, makes no sense to me. And publishers still send her shit all the time. Last I heard, she was scamming people on a Facebook bookish group, so some things never change I suppose.
Oh wow Logan’s Run was only 21 in the book? I would NOT like that. I mean, clearly no one had a choice hah, but still! I think you have a REALLY good point about handing over the control. Because we WOULD do that- hell, don’t we do that in a ton of ways now, just not necessarily with AIs and such? Like- gun to my head I couldn’t fix my own car, so I trust a mechanic to do it, blindly basically. And so many other things that we throw our full trust into others for. Even computers- I was doing my taxes and the program made an insane error and I didn’t even notice it for a LONG time because… we become too comfortable! This would be a really great book topic honestly.
I think you’ll like Scythe and Unwind too- they’re so well written and thought provoking. And disturbing at times ha! And see- I think I’d rather too long, and then feel like “okay, I’m done now, I’m good” than… well, than this. So yeah, at least a thousand years hahha. Exactly! That is exactly how I feel, and I DO wonder how we function. Especially if there really IS nothing after- like what the hell is even the point then!? And then the world just keeps on going and NO, none of that is okay! Oh, Murderbot specifically said that it wasn’t male or female! And then I also had to be mad at myself for gendering it ? I think we’re just kind of wired to default to what we know, I feel like I need to conduct research on what everyone called Murderbot in their heads!
YES yes you nailed it with Rick- I can’t even feel bad for him because he is like… a robot. A broken robot, who just says “I’m going to kill you” over and over to Negan. And YEP same with Morgan, he is always moping around, with the same grumpy look, but never like… making me care about anything he says or does. And yes, Carol (and Daryl!) are very emotive, so you can care about them! Exactly, Rick had a million opportunities to NOT be stupid, and he has blown every one. Nice work, Carl would be so proud.
I think with O, they’ve been able to kind of keep her in check a bit- like in S4E6 (and then 7) when she completely loses her shit and runs away and then breaks down, etc. Like, she at least always retains that spark of her humanity, somewhere. I hope that doesn’t change in S5. But this bunker stuff, it needs to weigh on her, otherwise… she’s a lost cause (which is kind of my fear actually!)
You better not be watching the rest of S4 without me after I waited all this time! 😀 I just realized that I only have 2 weeks to get my post together. I wish I wasn’t having such a complete creative block at the moment. You need to do more than just “leave us” if you want to get tipsy- if only because the first 28 minutes is JUST Clarke and there’s no one to tell to leave her? ?
That IS kind of intense, especially because kids don’t want to see characters they love die! Honestly kids movies aren’t exactly warm and fuzzy, are they? Parents ALWAYS die, so that’s traumatizing, and then usually several friends along the way, no wonder kids are scared!
Oh it’s absolutely trash, I could tell from the YouTube clips! There is no way that anyone can objectively call it like, a compelling cinematic journey or something. You can say “it’s so bad it’s fun” or something but… they pole vaulted FFS.
Oh no, I bet they’re on The CW! I think they have the most recent 4 episodes on there? Definitely don’t buy them, goodness! (Okay, I went to the site, they have the 5 most recent, so you should be good!) OMG Hulu is obsessed with your viewership hahah. I think… I think they will give you another trial. And I think you should take advantage of their stupidity 🙂 I don’t even like supernatural stuff usually, but I would be okay with it in Riverdale because like you said, it’s dumb enough, might as well throw some wizardry or whatever in the mix.
That really does suck about Doctor Foster, and yeah, how would you ever know it would be so bad? I wonder if there will be a S3 if S2 was so awful. Would you try it? Or are you done? Requiem definitely won’t take long hahahhaha.
See I’m not sure? I mean we’ve established that the Director is not super reliable at this point (if not downright skeevy) so yeah… maybe they don’t.
Wow some people just don’t change I guess, or go away lol. Yikes though…
Yeah 21? Good grief we’re just getting STARTED at 21 FFS and life is over? I feel like there’d be a revolution though, lol, can’t see people putting up with THAT. But I guess we put up with a lot? Anyway… yeah and it would be a good topic. I mean it’s only gonna get worse right as technology gets more and more advanced? I’d love to see a far futuristic take on that question.
I have heard they’re disturbing from you but Also I think in general, so now I’m really curious to see his take on things. Especially since it sounds similar to what we’re talking about! A thousand years, definitely, and maybe more? Can we just sorta add time on lol as we get close? Because who wants to end, right? Especially if we can stay relatively young/ in good shape. I do hope there is something after though, I believe there is and hope I’m right ?? The thought of nothing after is fairly depressing. 🙂 Oh and Murderbot did specify that? See I musta forgot, good to know. Maybe a re- read is in order?
Yeah I feel like he is deliberately ignoring Carl’s attempt to reconnect him with his humanity, and the fact that he’s not considering it makes me wonder about the writing. It’s a frustrating show at times for that reason. I just don’t know where they’re going with some of these characters… I mean there’s so much potential but after 8 seasons, and with ratings being down, it’s like they’re kinda blowing it? I mean how do you get this show WRONG??
Same here w/ O, I hate to see her get TOO dark. Which is apparently where they’re going, but as long as they don’t turn her into Rick lol.
Ha I will wait for you to watch the rest of S4. It’s more fun together anyway! Bummer about the creative block- I hear you though, I think sometimes blogging goes in patterns? Like I have times when ideas flow or I’m motivated, and other times when I’m like eh I’ll do that tomorrow. Or whenever! But I’m sure the post will rock. 🙂 Oh and is it 28 mins of just Clarke? I remember hearing about her having solo time at the beginning but I didn’t realize it was that much. Wow we won’t get much of anyone else huh?
Yeah it kinda sucks to be a kid and go to a movie where they manipulate your emotions by killing a PARENT? Or even fucking Bambi for cripes sake. I mean geez really? No wonder kids are messed up lolol..
You are so right! I mean quality is subjective, but in the case of Tremors- no it’s not. Bad is bad. 🙂 I mean yeah, the pole vaulting??? That might have been worse than anything in Max Overdrive even… and that’s saying lot!!
Oh good CW it is. And yes Hulu- they want me! And I guess I want them with Handmaid’s coming. Maybe they’ll have other good stuff too. But yes Riverdale can be anything! I do like supernatural stuff though, like we were talking about not horrible gory stuff, but a little creepy goes a long way! I guess it’s the suspense for me, and the whole there’s-something-mysterious-happening vibe.
I wouldn’t watch a S3 of Doctor Foster. season 2 broke me! It just got so over the top and depressing, frankly. And no one is likable. I hope they don’t renew it, and some articles I read were pretty critical too, so we’ll see. Those Brit shows… the crime ones can be so hit or miss, like I liked Marcella and Shetland and a few others, but then I liked Dr Foster too and they screwed up S2. So yeah u never know.
I’m trying to respond whilst on the bus back, wish me luck because if this deletes as I write, I may cry a little. And as we’ve discussed, blogging and commenting on phones is… interesting ?
So the Director. Where did we even leave that storyline? I remember Not-Grace and the whole almost dead hosts but… what happened after that? Maybe nothing, why don’t I remember? Oops.
Oh she never changes. Another blogger warned me about her and yet I still traded with her, thinking “well, people change” and I suppose some do, but not this fool apparently.
Seriously though, I was such a mess of a person at 21. Not to say I even have my shit together now, but still ? I think you’re right about people putting up with a lot- it’s scary how complacent people are in general. Plus maybe that’s part of why they killed people at 21, so there’s no army to rebel. And you should WRITE the futuristic take on the topic!!
I obviously love Neal Shusterman, but I think his takes on this stuff are particularly genius. Like I read his stuff and am floored by the questions he poses. I really hope you like them- and of course, we’ll discuss ? I think quality of life is key too- no one wants to spend 800 years being old and frail, talk about miserable. I hope you’re right about something else after. I feel like I *hope* in something, but I don’t know if I can fully wrap my head around it? You could reread Murderbot because it’s super short! Idk why I thought the second book was out already, but I was sad it’s not.
You have a good point about Rick. I haven’t watched much further (I think I’m on 13?) but Rick is dumb as ever. Like wouldn’t a parent want to honor their kid’s memory any way they could, you know? And Michonne tries to talk to him and he shuts down ugh. I guess it IS kind of realistic, but it’s frustrating to watch. I read this article about the ratings being down, and how they’re never coming back up, even if the show improves. I wish I could find it but phone. It was interesting though, basically how like, after 8 seasons (and no sign of stopping) people just stop caring.
I agree, as long as O has some kind of feelings, I think I can live with super dark O.
Yay, I agree, it’s much more fun to watch together ? I worry because I used to have the ebb and flow of creativity, but lately… There’s just a big old drought. I actually had some thoughts while I was driving to the bus station this morning and I had to use my voice memo to record them while I drove before I forgot. (Oh speaking of, I have a couple more prediction questions to add!) Can’t let the thoughts get away! Yep, it’s like, 75% Clarke! I don’t even know if it includes Madi? But I did see somewhere that we’ll see Gagarin, so… fingers crossed!!
Haha Bambi was exactly what I was thinking about! Because that’s disturbing for any kid, right? I think kids movies today are probably less creepy, at least?
The pole vaulting was BAD. Especially because it wasn’t supposed to be stupid. Like all of Maximum Overdrive seems like it’s not taking itself too seriously. But Tremors… idk they seemed to think the pole vaulting was legit.
Yesss you definitely need Hulu for Handmaid’s! At this rate, you’ll have free trials for the rest of your life ? I definitely agree about a mysterious vibe working well. Especially when the only other option is… Hiram. If it’s werewolves or Hiram, I choose the wolves every time!
Wow that’s sad about Doctor Foster. I hate when shows stray so far that they’re not even worth watching. I hate quitting shows, so when they suck that bad, it makes me extra mad because I’m forced to quit hah.
Ooh I’m glad it took then. 🙂 I absolutely cannot blog on my phone, it never works. Ugh. I’m impressed by people that can though!
I don’t even know, I remember the team being outed and Vincent took that doctor’s body. Why isn’t the Director helping the team more? My guess is Wakefield and maybe that cop who are Travelers may help MacLaren’s team cause they’re gonna fucking need it? We could use more Wakefield (Kellogg).
Right? I remember being 25 and still being kinda clueless lol. But yeah maybe I will write something- could be my next flash fiction. 🙂
It’ll be nice to be able to discuss Shusterman, cause let’s face it they sound thought provoking AF. And I feel like there *has* to be something after, I mean otherwise what’s the point? I mean we COULD just be biological things that live and die, like ants, and that’s it, but I dunno… I just feel like there has to be something bigger. Hard to explain. But I’m pretty convinced… 🙂
I didn’t like how Rick basically just shut Michonne out. I mean clearly she’s hurting too, they should comfort each other, and she’s clearly trying… Rick just used to be somewhat likable and thse days… *sigh*
Yay for ideas! And ooh new prediction questions? Yes! Because fun. Can’t wait to hear about your trip BTW- I hope it was a blast! And I’m actually not super enthused that so much of the first ep is gonna be all Clarke. I mean it’s The 100, don’t get me wrong, I’ll like it, but it sounds like we have to wait til episode 2 almost to see much of anyone else, not sure I’m totally down w/ that. Oh wells…
I hope so. All those fairy tales are so frickin dark, ya know? Yeesh. Not a fan.
Hah the pole vaulting! Oh my gersh it was SO bad. And shit acting. I’m still getting comments saying I loved this as a kid or me and my brothers/ whatever watched the fuck outta it, and I’m like ????. Although to be fair I did watch some shit as a kid, as we’ve established :))
Werewolves *nod* there are so many urban fantasy stories they could adapt, I hope they keep making that kinda stuff. I like mysteriousness. Hiram needs to be killed BY a werewolf and save us more misery. Although I keep hearing Riverdale is getting better, so maybe ?
Yup. Foster def fell in that category. I want those hours back! Maybe I shoulda bailed, but once I started, you know? I’ll DNF a book but a show… I dunno. I guess I hoped it would get better? But I think we’ll enjoy Dark?
I don’t understand how people can do it honestly- I mean, just typing took ages (not that I was in a particular hurry on a long bus ride, but imagine trying to do posts regularly!) and what about formatting and such? I really think I’d quit blogging before I’d bother to do it on my phone.
I do like the idea of more Kellogg (I seriously will never be able to keep track of all the names of everyone on different shows!) because yeah the team is definitely a mess. I feel like I remember bits of actual episodes with the team (like the one with the plane crash, and the sky divers, and everyone’s family and friends hating them hah) but not a ton about the behind the scenes stuff. And yesss now I remember the OG Traveler taking over his therapist’s body. See, this is the one downside of binging shows- will I ever remember this when the show finally comes back? I can’t even remember it now!
Seriously, still clueless over here. I mostly feel like I am just pretending to be an adult hah. You SHOULD write flash fiction of that. OH speaking of, whatever happened to On the Run?? I mean, you have to at least give us an ending, right? 🙂
Yep, his stuff is so thought provoking- and especially in Thunderhead, he refers to our current political clusterfuck, and he is savage and I love it. But they all have some kind of social commentary to them, which is fun, yet still manage to be entertaining. See, that is where my whole mixed feelings thing comes in- ARE we somehow “superior” to ants? Where does that line get drawn? What about someone’s beloved pet, you know? But then on the flip side, I find it incredibly hard to believe that the entire universe is somehow a random collection of particles and we just happened to be the right combination of cells fused together to have such coherent thought processes, so… this is how I torture myself hahah.
I agree about Rick- like, he knew how close Michonne and Carl were- in fact I think they were closer than Rick and Carl. Granted, he was Rick’s son so of course that’s going to be a deeper bond, but the fact that he and Michonne were so tight must be destroying her, and Rick gives zero fucks about her pain- OR the fact that she is desperately trying to help Rick! Also, a sidenote, but I was so bummed that Henry was still alive. Why is he a thing? It was like “crap, we can’t fill this entire time slot, let’s throw in some drama with this random child”.
It was really fun! You definitely need to listen to Hamilton- but I recommend doing so with the lyrics handy. It was so well done- like, I’d been worried because it wasn’t the original cast, Idk if it is even the second cast, but they did a phenomenal job! And my parents and I sat in like, a box- like I imagine this is where Lincoln was shot? ? But it was so fun because you like, don’t have to sit near other people! But since the views are like, a tiny bit obstructed (and I do mean tiny) they don’t cost as much as the crazy expensive tickets. The only downside is, my dad is insane and literally RUNS through the streets of New York (or anywhere really, but in this case) and I am tired and my feet hurt hah.
I added two questions. I am trying to come up with one more. Um, I actually completely agree about the Clarke thing. Like okay, we know she’s been alone for 6 years because you literally just showed us that? But the people who have seen it already seem to think it’s great, so who knows? I DO feel like we’re going to be waiting til May 1st for the really good stuff- including, I assume, the reunion(s).
Yeah, but the *real* fairy tales- the non-Disneyfied versions- are crazy dark! So… maybe “only” killing Bambi’s mom was as lighthearted as they could make it? I actually think that’s one thing I want to see more of in books- super dark fairy tale type stories.
I mean… I get watching it as a kid and even enjoying it but if they loved it… I am concerned for them. It’s like the people who comment “oh I watched The 100 for a few episodes and it sucked”. I want to yell “Get the hell off my blog” but that seems rude? I noticed that you had a few of those this week when I commented on your Sunday Post and just… no. And watching shit as a kid is different than thinking the shit you watched as a kid was good ?
OOOH good call, a werewolf eating him would be the perfect intro to our new paranormal characters! The most recent episode was better, I will say. But… the bar has been pretty damn low this season so take that for what it’s worth.
Yeah, plus Doctor Foster was short, right? I think that makes it harder to DNF- like, would you DNF a novella, or just finish, you know? (Though who am I to even talk, I almost never DNF, and I have been reading a 500+ page book for what seems like 8 months, but in reality has been like 4 days.) YESS I am looking forward to Dark actually! I am really quite intrigued by it, plus it was just plain fun to watch something creepy like that! 😀
I’d never blog on my phone. Nope, not happening. I don’t even like using a laptop (I know, I know, get w/ the times) but my desktop works so much better. I’m just used to having a mouse, if I use one w/ the laptop then I’m all good. 🙂
More Kellogg! They’re wasting him by not using him more! And right? I’ve taken to jotting down notes on shows like 12 Monkeys or Travelers because I know I won’t remember everything! I was fuzzy on S1 when I watched Travelers S2 even WITH notes. Sigh. But what can you do, we’re overloading our brains?
Yeah adulting is… not fun. Not all it’s cracked up to be! And you know On the Run I think has run its course? No pun intended. Which sounds awful cause I probably won’t revisit it for a while? Never say never though, and I do love the concept of it, but it started as flash fiction more or less and I actually am surprised I got so much mileage out of it. 🙂 I do appreciate you asking though, and for reading it.
I totally get it! I think for me as hard as it is for some people to believe in a supreme being, it’s hard for me to imagine, like you said, that everything happened by chance. I was reading book once that looked at what the odds were that everything would happen just right to creat life spontaneously and it was pretty crazy. Now granted you can say what are the odds of there being a deity too. But I dunno it just makes sense to me. I feel like there has to be something else? And it’s depressing to me to think that we just die and rot away, I like thinking there’s an afterlife. 🙂
Michonne and carl WERE tight, and it was one of the better relationships on the show, as much as Carl annoyed me. I’m hoping Richonne can be a little more convincing in the next season, after all this Negan nonsense (if it even ends). That relationship is not really convincing right now, especially with how Rick is treating her. I mean they’re spending more time on rick and Siddiq than they are on Richonne.
You sat in a box? Sweet, that would be kinda cool. 🙂 And sounds like your dad likes to go go go huh? Hah I’m pretty sure if I was hoofing through NYC I’d be tired too- did you have to do a ton of walking? I’m glad it was good too. One of these days I’ll listen to it.
So do I need to go into Google docs then and update my part? And yeah I’m glad that it’s getting good buzz, but I can kinda see where the Clarke- centric nature of the premiere might suck a bit? I could be wrong tho…
Yeah they are dark. Too much for me! Hansel & Gretel freaks my ass out because… cooking kids? And the Pied Piper is fucked up because… stealing kids? Why are kids always fucked with in those old fairy tales? Creepy AF if you ask me. Did you ever read the Ever After high books by Shannon Hale though? Those were so much fun…
Yes, stop with the Tremors love people lolol. I was shocked! How popular that movie is (and some people even said they watched sequels, or at least the 2nd and 3rd. Grrk??? How even?) And I don’t really get not liking the 100? Like I remember when I first watched yeah the first episodes seem a little CW-ish, not in a good way, but then it takes off, like we’ve discussed. But when I rewatched recently I liked even the first episodes more, they just worked. so I don’t know… but people vote for Trump too, so there’s no accounting for taste. 🙂
Yes werewolf killing spree would liven up Riverdale nicely, wouldn’t it? Supernatural shenanigans could do wonders. They could kill Chic that way too. I wonder what fuckery he’s doing now? I need to devote some time to Riverdale clearly.
Foster WAS short- just 5 episodes. Thank GOD! Any more and I would died. Still leaves a bad taste in my mouth. But hey the Dark I’m sure will be quite good. 🙂 Speaking of… did you watch the first episode yet? Curious what you’ll think. I’ve been slacking the last few days (tho not by choice) but hopefully tonight (er, yeah tonite, it’s the 12th now) I can get some watching in! The only thing I don’t like is it subtitled if I remember (I watched episode 1 a couple months ago?) but so was the Returned when I watched that, and I got used to it. Do you ever watch subtitled stuff? I feel the crunch coming though- I NEED to get thru The 100 before the 24th ack! I need some serious TV time. And I agree, binging creepy stuff like that was fun!
Ooh no, those laptop touch pad things are the devil’s work. You happen to move an appendage over one, bam, havoc is being wreaked everywhere. No, I use a mouse. And disable the touch pad thingy, I don’t have time for that nonsense. But I also can’t remember the last time I had a desktop!
Yeah Kellogg is woefully underused, I hope his character becomes more of a thing in S3, otherwise I am not sure what the point even is. I don’t take notes for any shows, except when I rewatch The 100 during the season, and that is only so I don’t forget what GIFs I need to make hah. Idk, it sounds like too much work otherwise, though I suppose it could technically save me the hassle of having to look up spoilers for seasons past.
I’ve always wondered though if humans created the idea of a greater power/afterlife just to protect our brains from the hellish nightmare that would be just not existing? Plus, rules- you know, most churches have basic human decency rules, which then they can use the idea of not ascending to an afterlife as a reason for people to follow them? I don’t know- I certainly hope for something, I am just not sure I can believe it fully?
I feel like everything about Rick basically sucks this season. Hopefully the finale will do something to redeem his character, but who knows. I read somewhere that it will serve as almost a finale of all 8 seasons, and that when S9 comes around it’s going to be a very different show? Idk if I believe it, but alas. I also read that Fear is going to be very Morgan-centric so… that sucks.
Yeah, it was like- it only had 3 seats, and it was even with the second level of the theater. It was nice, I had no idea it was even a thing (I am not exactly a frequent theater goer ha). Oh my dad is the most ridiculous human- he runs everywhere. Apparently, there are women hitting on him at the gym, so says my mom. Which… okay then hah. He runs everywhere. And I mean… I don’t want to do that? We walked… probably 15 blocks one way, then 10 back to the theater, then 5 back to the bus. Which for him is literally nothing. Because again, crazy. I have been with him when he literally sprint-walks from one end of the city to the other, so this was definitely not bad! Idk if you’ll listen, but if you ever do, listen with the lyrics- https://genius.com/albums/Original-broadway-cast-of-hamilton/Hamilton-original-broadway-cast-recording
I mean, you can update if you want, you don’t have to if you don’t feel like it. I have heard that at least the first 4 episodes (and some people are saying the whole season, but that seems hard to believe) take place over the span of a day? Idk but I really hope that isn’t the case.
Perhaps evil parents from the days of yore used the fairy tales to scare their kids into submission? I really don’t know why else anyone came up with them- submission, or just outright depraved minds? I still find them fascinating, mostly because I don’t think I could ever come up with something so messed up, ha. Never read the Shannon Hale books though- I assume they’re YA if they’re in high school?
How many Tremors sequels were there? Seems like the “plot” would have been solved by the first one, but maybe they just had too many cans of Aqua-net left over and wanted to put them to use. Yeah, the first couple The 100 episodes were… shaky, but by the 3rd or 4th it was awesome so there’s really no excuse. And yes, I suppose there are people who will like just about any nonsense- and dislike stuff without really giving it a chance.
Ugh yeah Chic needs to go. He’s being extra douchey. People are catching onto his nonsense but… he still has mileage I think, sadly. He creeps me out, I wish someone would kill him. I mean what even is the point of this gang they’re all in if you can’t get rid of gross half-siblings?
I haven’t watched Dark, didn’t really know what was happening with that. Subtitles… they can be annoying hah. I mean- I watched 3% which is subtitled but only like 2 episodes because… well, I don’t know why, I always said I’d finish it. I will have to watch it on my phone because my eyes have gotten worse and I ummm don’t think I can read the subtitles from my bed to the TV, so that is sad. And yep, only days now til The 100, definitely not a ton of time left.
See I feel like the world runs on laptops and I’m… plugging away on my antiquated technology ha ha. But the keyboard just works so much better for me! The laptop is way more convenient though, I’ll say that. I mean obviously on vacation or something I can log in and like access my precious Internet. Speaking of, it’s amazing to me what we did BEFORE internet. I know we talked about that before, but yeah. Looking back it all seems like a bad dream??
Same here. although the notes thing kinda helps, if I can read my own writing? Like after finishing a season I’ll just write a few paragraphs summarizing where it left off, so I’m not clueless 8 months later! Well still pretty clueless, just less so! Although Continuum I MAY have like 3 pages of notes/ random observations/ theories? MAY. I’m not really admitting it. It’s possible though…
Yeah that’s a problem. Cause no one really KNOWS or can prove it. It comes down to faith. I struggled with the whole evolution thing. How can you believe both, etc. For me it just feels right, you know? Like even if you’re not religious you know murder’s wrong. Or whatever. And I think that’s kind of a universal thing, we have a conscience and gut instincts about things, but I don’t think they’re instincts, I think they’re like a remnant of whatever we were meant to be. Listen to me being all religious. 🙂 But yeah- the other cool thing (for me anyways) is the whole mysteriousness of it- like you read about the Garden of Even being closed off and guarded by an angel with a flaming sword- what’s THAT all about? That and people living longer and the whole giants in the earth thing that YA has had such a field day with (Nephilim and all that)- it’s just fascinating to me. Like I want to KNOW lol.
I saw that too about the finale/ S9, and I was like… well I hope so, but color me skeptical. I think they follow the comics too much frankly, and if I’m not mistaken Negan hangs around in the comics quite a while, so maybe he’s going to on the show too? Even if he “loses” per se? And Morgan being a big part of FEAR is not exactly encouraging. although I’m hopeful about some of the new cast, Jenna Elfman and them?
Ha that’s funny. So your dad is super into fitness, sounds like? And power walking through NYC does sound kinda fun, in a way? In a I-didn’t-have-to-do-it kinda way lol? Because I’d be all like ooh let’s look at this and ooh I wanna go in here. But then I’ve never been to NYC so I’d be all tourist-y probs. At least until I found all the good used bookstores. 🙂
I DEFINITELY will listen. Thanks for sending the lyrics!
Those all-in-one-day things can be tricky. Like TWD obviously has a very compressed timeline for the last two seasons- I think most of S8 here has been just a few days or weeks, given that it’s been all battles and sort of move/ countermove? And I don’t think that’s worked. But then the 100 sorta did that I guess, with the delinquents coming down and the adults coming down not TOO much later. Was it weeks? That sounds about right, not months (talking S1 here). But yeah on its face that news does not exactly cheer me. I really wonder what Jason is going for with this season, and if it’s gonna work?
The Shannon Hale books are actually borderline MG/ YA I think? I consider them MG really- I mean they’re written more for younger teens/ tweens. Still, I was impressed. They were fun!
I don’t even know how many Tremors sequels there were, I think there were at least 4 movies? I won’t be watching any of them obviously, but yeah…
Chic will probably die at some point (he has to , right???) but it’s taking too long. And… I still haven’t watched Riverdale. At this point it’s kinda crazy how behind I feel I am? Although with the hiatus coming up I can regroup. I was going to watch some tonight but ended up watching episode 1 of Siren, which was… okay. Definitely has possibilities. A nice dark take on merfolk, which seems to be the rage now.
So yeah… Dark. Subtitles are annoying. Did you like 3%? I remember seeing that on Netflix. But anyway I might try watching some of Dark this weekend? Like if you have time maybe we can check it out? Between that, the 100 and Riverdale I need to do some serious binging.
I actually resisted the laptop too, but my parents convinced me that it made more sense than lugging my desktop back and forth to college, so. I relented, and then never looked back. You know, I was thinking about how on vacations and such it is such a pain- I have a really BIG laptop actually (the biggest screen size, a 17.3in- why don’t I just have a desktop? hah) and I don’t like to drag it with me, but I DO have a Bluetooth keyboard which I think I shall bring with me from now on. The screen size will still suck, but I won’t have to type on a phone or kindle? But seriously, pre-internet days were sad times. I feel like I was bored so much back then, but now… I am never bored. I can’t decide if it is just because adulting requires more responsibilities, the internet, or a combination of both. Idk, I always felt like my parents looked SUPER bored when I was growing up too though, so maybe it really is just the internet?
Oh wow THREE pages of Continuum notes?! Well, if we are confessing stuff we *might* have, I could potentially have an entire notebook of The 100 stuff, partitioned out with various GIFs I want to make, videos, recaps, songs, etc. But again… it’s hypothetical 😀 I feel like it WOULD help to have notes to look back on. I think the reason I don’t is part laziness, and part that I overestimate my ability to remember shit. Because clearly I don’t, but I like to trick myself into thinking I do. OR I lie to myself and pretend I am going to rewatch it, which obviously never happens, except for The 100.
Oh I think you definitely can believe both- plenty of scientists and such do so all the time, but I imagine it’s harder when it’s presented as one or the other. Like- I hated when I was young and Sunday School teachers or whoever would be like “well, yes, God definitely did create the world in 7 days” or whatever, and like, no lady, faith or no faith, that is a story. A metaphor, really. I always had a hard time with believing in stuff, even as a kid. And I wanted to, so much- I actually find it really inspiring to see people have such unwavering faith. If I knew how to obtain it, I”d certainly try! But I think I am just… a skeptic by nature? My brain is far too logical for my own good- incidentally, I feel like this is why I have problems coming up with story plots hah. Though I suppose somewhere in the back of my mind I do cling to the hope, so maybe that’s a good sign? I agree about all the stories- they ARE quite interesting- though like I said, I definitely think they were never meant to be taken literally? But again, that’s just my interpretation! I suppose one day we’ll find out for sure- or not, which would be a REAL bite in the ass ?
I feel you, I am skeptical that it’s going to be “a whole new show” too. Nor do I actually WANT it to be entirely new? Fresh is good, and I hope it delivers. But I also don’t want them to completely change it either? UGH why does anyone LIKE Negan? He shouldn’t be in the comics this long and he sure as shit doesn’t need to be on this show for so long. Maybe the “fun new direction” in S9 is going to be getting away from the comics? THAT I will get on board with. (Incidentally, I was googling 12 Monkeys, and the only thing I could find in the recent news is that 12 monkeys died of heart attacks after being scared by a tiger, so. )
Oooh you have never been to NYC!? You must- I think it’s one of those things that everyone should do at least once. It’s… unique- I have never been to another place like it, that’s for sure. And yesss my dad is, and always has been, into fitness. Like- he was so hard on us during sports and stuff. (Fun story: when I was in college, my school was hosting our conference championship meet, and my dad was being such a nagging ass about my swimming that I asked one of the athletic directors to kick him off the pool deck- and they did ?) But now he is the most in shape 70 year old I have ever encountered, so I guess that’s good. Though I feel like you can be in shape without being insane? Like my mom goes to the gym too but then she walks like a normal person and such.
I hope you do! And you’re welcome- they’re actually annotated by Lin (the creator) in some parts too. Basically because parts of it are rap, it’s hard to understand all the lyrics. Someone told me to start listening that way, so I did, and it was VERY helpful!
I agree- you really can’t DO all-in-one-day for a whole season. How I Met Your Mother did that and everyone hated it. I feel like TWD was at least a few weeks, like you said. Probably not much more than that though because Maggie still doesn’t look pregnant? And yes, you are right about S1 of The 100, it took place over 29 days. And S2 was only 22 days! So really the first half was less than 2 months! So they can DO a short time situation (and it would make sense, especially including the flashbacks) but just HOURS? No way would that work, because relationships wouldn’t progress or anything. (Also, S3 is only 28 days! S4 was… 35 days. SO yeah, I think if they keep in around a couple weeks it’d work.)
Hmmm maybe that is something I can read with Lena after we finish with Harry Potter! Sounds kind of cute really, I looked them up!
There are 6 Tremors movies altogether, apparently. Which.. sad. But the other 5 were direct-to-video so that says a LOT hahah. And apparently there are some TV series? Yikes. Why did I even look that up? Idk…
I think Chic WILL die, but… not soon enough? If he could just take Hiram with him, I’d be all for it. Oooh Siren is merpeople, the name makes sense then! I was wondering what Siren was about but then got too lazy to look it up, oops. I think you’re right about dark merpeople being the new thing. I still need to get myself a copy of the Mermurder book. You’ve read it, yes? Mira Grant.. I forget the title… Into the Drowning Deep?
So I DID like 3% but apparently not enough to finish it? Oops? I do want to some day. And after I finish typing this, and then after I half-ass a blog post, I am going to start Dark. Well- I started it actually so I could just resume it as soon as I am done 😀 Where are you with The 100? I am on Die All, Die Merrily, but I won’t lie and pretend that I won’t rewatch the others with you again ?
There was something else, too- I was going to tell you something, or ask you something… and now I cannot for the life of me remember. I was even going to write it down because my memory is clearly shit, but alas. That is the most annoying thing! Obviously, as soon as I hit “post comment” I will remember what it was…
It’s the internet. 🙂 I mean looking back- yeah my parents seemed bored too. Or maybe they didn’t know they were bored? My dad watched a lot of TV, and I think that’s funny until I realized I watch a lot of TV! Although it seems different- maybe because of the binging, or the fandoms. See they just watched whatever! I have specific fandoms (yeah I’m reaching here, I know)… but yeah I can’t blog on a phone or Kindle or any of that.
Ha I imagine your 100 notebook is quite… comprehensive? And probably a treasure trove of 100 knowledge! You better hang on to that sucker, it might be worth gold someday. 🙂 Just in terms of all the info you have . But yeah I did the same thing- I always thought oh I’ll remember this, and then… nope. Hence the notes. Not that they help!!!
Ha right? There are a few stories that I kinda *gulp* hope ARE not literal lolol, but I know what you mean. And I had trouble as a kid too, because you’re taught different things? It’s bad enough being a kid without being confused more! But at some point I came to a place where I could sorta live with both- I don’t know, we’ll see I guess! But hey clinging to hope in the back of your mind is good- after all we don’t really want to just die and be gone right?? That wouldn’t be very fun 🙂 Imagine if Heaven was an unlimited Netflix queue, except every show was good? I mean, really? Or like a library stretching to infinity w/ ALL the books. Yes please.
That is funny about the pool deck! I’ve been around just enough kid sports to know how intense it can get, and you naturally want to root on your kids, so … yeah. Even though I always SMH at the crazy parents who go apeshit on sidelines…
And clearly yes I need to attend NYC at some point! I used to think BEA would be a great way to go, or a con in general- but who knows? I will definitely get there at some point though!
Ha of course you know how many days the seasons were! 🙂 This info is no doubt in the 100 notebook of all knowledge???
6 Tremors??? I had no idea, I knew at least 4 only because I’ve seen like Tremors 4 images and stuff. But 6? Plus a show? Just… clearly THAT’S overreaction.
Mermurder… love it. Yeah it’s pretty dark, although the ending is a bit…anticlimactic? But there’s gonna be another book, so… Siren I haven’t watched since the premiere, it wasn’t bad but with everything else going on I haven’t made time for it. I kinda wanna try The Terror too. But first I need to get through Riverdale- which hey wasn’t that on tonight?- and obviously we have Tabula Rasa now, which I have to admit has me really curious? I’m actually liking these foreign- made shows quite a bit!
I do that a lot. I may even have tried 3% lol. No, I haven’t, but I did try Sense8 and Fringe and a few other shows that bored me so I quit after one. It hoppens. As for the 100… we shall not discuss. the possibility appears that I may not finish S4 before the 24th… ergh. But maybe I will. Always an optimist I am! I mean obviously if I hadn’t SEEN S4 it would be a crisis and I would be watching stat, but I’m not a big rewatcher anyway so the fact that I did as much as I did is pretty good! Still, for completion sake, I’d like to…
I do that all the time. Even on Twitter- like if watching show and I’ll think of something, but by the time I pause or click over sometimes I forget. Oops…
I don’t think they did know they were bored! Even now my parents seem kind of bored honestly. That is exactly what mine did- just watched TV, but like you said, it’s definitely not the same! They’d just watch whatever because it was on, but I watch stuff only if I am deliberately trying to watch stuff, if that makes sense? And nope, I wouldn’t blog on anything other than an actual computer- especially because I barely even blog as it is on said computer, so can you even imagine how little I’d get done on a phone or whatever?
Most of The 100 stuff is just dumb crap I wanted to remember that most people won’t even think about. Like last night when I was watching The Chosen, I thought about how like- Octavia basically brings the whole bunker drama of S5 on herself, sadly. Had she just let Skaikru stay, they’d have had plenty of food and air and whatever for 464 people. Even if it had lasted an extra year. So her good deed of Wonkru is basically what is going to cause her to have to become so vicious. Or “wow, it isn’t fair that Five Year Old Kid lost both his parents and then will have to eat his new daddy”. So… you may be wrong about it being a treasure trove, is what I am saying ? So you don’t actually find the notes helpful? I really don’t either- I know even when I do it for books, sometimes it helps a little, but… not that much, because I never seem to write notes for the bigger (and more important) stuff because I guess I assume that I’ll remember them? Idk, I am wrong either way.
YES some of them are definitely NOT stuff you want to be literal! Like- Lena goes to church with my mom sometimes, and she’ll insist that some of the stories are true, like stuff about giants and 700 year old people, and I am over here trying logic with her, like “no, it’s just a metaphor” or “they probably just measured time differently back then” and she looks at me like I am insane hah. I think it’s great that you have made peace with both being legit- I think that is the ultimate goal for most people, so well done! I feel like there could be something that we’ve never even thought of, that our human brains simply couldn’t come up with and/or realize. Because it’s pretty damn arrogant to think that humans can understand ALL the things in the universe, right? But if I got to pick, I wouldn’t turn down endless shows and books hahah.
Ooooh see, no, my dad wasn’t cheering for me, he was bitching at me. A lot. Because I didn’t do a personal best time in some event. This is something he has always done, but by college, I actually had the power to stop him, so that’s a fun personal accomplishment. I think the apeshit parents are… well, apeshit. Because it isn’t YOUR sport, you’re a spectator, right!? I hate that, parents trying to live out some athletic fantasy through their kids, drives me nuts. And kids don’t really need extra pressure! In my experience, either kids put enough pressure on themselves that they don’t need parents adding on (that was me) or the kids give so few fucks that a parent yelling isn’t going to make a bit of difference.
Ugh, BEA makes me sad in general. It was fun the first year, and then… less so the second. But you do need to go to New York. And a book event. You could listen to Hamilton, become obsessed, and then go see it? Sounds like a legit life plan to me.
Nooooo I am NOT that good! I had a general idea, but no, I looked at the really insane people who make the Wiki hahha.
::Searches for The Terror because that sounds… well, terrifying, hopefully:: OOOH yes I saw the promo for this during TWD when I still had cable, sobs. Siren, hmm. I don’t know if mermaids in general are my “thing”? Like- I have read a few books, and most of them were… eh. BUT one of my all-time favorite authors has a mermaid book coming out next month so we’ll see. If Louise O’Neill can’t convince me about mermaids then I am throwing in the towel. Riverdale WAS on, it did not DVR because of the aforementioned sudden loss of cable (seriously I don’t know how I am supposed to live, tips are welcome) so I will have to watch on The CW app I guess. It was the musical one though, right? I agree, I DO want to know what is going on with Tabula Rasa! I just wish I liked some of these people more- maybe it will happen as we go on, and I DO understand why I need to hate and not trust everyone at the moment!
I actually liked 3%, and I have no idea why I didn’t continue with it. I just… didn’t. I keep saying I will though, and I think I mean it? I haven’t tried Sense8 though- I know a lot of people love it but I was pretty annoyed that it was canceled so why bother? Fringe looked boring to me hah, glad I didn’t miss much! I mean… unless you spend the next 5 days with The 100… it doesn’t look good. But no worries, I can fill in anything! Like “who would have been saved had Kane not gassed everyone?” well, Miller, old Asian man, and blonde girl named Sonya! Miller lucked out twice. He should try his hand at blackjack or something.
I still don’t even remember what it was, days later. Mustn’t have been all that important? Oh, did you see the new title sequence!? I guess we have our answer to why no one else got promoted yet- Isaiah is still main cast until he’s dinner, I guess? I also saw some still of O in the bunker and it looks like she is surrounded by dead people? But I didn’t want to see anymore so I clicked away. Five dayssss, eeeep!
Yes it kills me when people just sit in front of the TV and whatever comes on, they just watch it. I mean paint could be drying on TV and they’d be like well this looks pretty good Martha don’t you think ? Sure, George, why not, I haven’t seen paint dry lately. And those Little House re-runs aren’t on for 3 hours yet anyway so we got time. There’s always Jeopardy if we get TOO bored. Ergh! Not to be a TV elitist or anything (okay maybe I am) but… yeah. I want to watch a show and get out, you know, not just watch whatever ALL NIGHT long. No.
Ha love it! But that’s okay cause you’re thinking these things through, while the rest of us just watch and forget, only to be like all “that didn’t make sense” later or something. Cause yeah things don’t make sense if we look TOO close (sorry Jason it just is what it is). I hadn’t thought of that but yes Wonkru is all her, and even in those clips she’s like killing people left and right and they look like Grounders? Although I can’t be for sure. And it doesn’t look like Indra is fighting with her, so maybe O says I’ll handle it or something and takes them all on? I guess we’ll know soon. 🙂 But I totally get it because frankly I worried way too much over how Continuum’s time travel/ timelines worked lol and no one else cares. I mean it’s a show. 🙂
The notes help a little, but it’s weird because at the time it seems comprehensive, like I’m covering the bases, but seven months later when I look at em it’s like why didn’t I write more???
Dude there WERE giants! Ha ha as you throw stuff at me. But seriously, I LOVE that. Like all that stuff about angels mating with humans and having the Nephilim or whatever they are. I SO want some of that to be true- because if people were like advanced and built the pyramids, or aliens came and you know consulted on building them is WAY more interesting than them just building the pyramids through a lot of hard work and engineering right? I like the way out explanation better. Although yes sadly as an adult I must admit there probably is no Loch Ness monster lol. But I can dream… and I LOVE the idea that people lived longer, like Noah and shit. Dude built that Ark and he needed serious TIME to do that, you know? Heh but seriously… I know what you mean. I’ve often wondered what is supposed to be literal and what is metaphor or symbolism. And do you ever watch those documentaries on pyramids and stuff? I LOVE those. As long as there are like aliens or ancient knowledge… if they just hauled a bunch of rocks on rollers for twenty years and there was no, you know, anti gravity beams or anything, I’m out. 🙂
I think you’re totally right and I feel the same way!
The Terror I think I need to try. Um, eventually. Because time and I’m feeling pressure that all these shows are coming back ha! Isn’t Handmaid’s like next week too?? Ooh I watched Mean Girls though for my post, and thanks! Good rec, it was funny. Amy Poehler as the cool mom wanna-be killed me. I hope your mermaid book is good. I liked Mermurder but it was so dark and kinda long and maybe I got it out of my system? I guess I wanted something BESIDES they’re just killers, I wanted more- like a look at their habitat/ city whatevs. Maybe in the next one. The only other book like that I remember liking was Siren by Tricia Rayburn, which was somewhat creepy but the second one left me cold and the third one I couldn’t even get past the first chapter. I hear you on cable too- my internet went out last night and stayed off into today, I finally unplugged the modem and reset it and was on the phone w/ Comcast when it finally came back on. No idea what THAT was about.
Riverdale I think WAS the musical one cause I saw people talking about it online, articles which I had to AVOID since I’m so behind. Riverdale, Tabula Rasa, Handmaid’s, The 100… and that doesn’t even count Westworld which I’m basically letting go (I’ll catch up to it at some point) because I’m not paying for HBO Now just for THAT. I think my head is gonna explode!
Nice that 3% was good! Fringe sucked in my opinion, what little I saw, but people really like it?
I think I did see the new title? I… kinda like it? And I can’t believe the 100 is back next weeeeekkkk…. gah we’ve been waiting SO long and it’s HERE! Well almost. Are you gonna recap episodes? I don’t think I’m going to this year but I might do little reaction posts or something… still trying to figure it out.
Hahha YES. And then my personal favorite is when they actively bitch about whatever it is. Like… you do know that you have like 100 other channels and can change this one at any time, right? And I think it’s some kind of elderly rite of passage to watch Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy, right? I don’t know if it’s like this everywhere, but here they’ve always been back-to-back, it’s like the Senior Special or something hah. Dying at Little House reruns, that show always creeped me out and I have no idea why? I think I have become a TV elitist actually, so it’s okay if you are too. I think probably just because we have SO many choices, it would be silly to watch stuff we don’t actually care about. Plus older people just have more time to sit and stare at it, where we have to kind of manage our time better!
I think if I watched it once and that was it, I’d probably not be too worried about the smaller stuff, which is why it isn’t really a problem. It’s only because I am so damn invested that I notice it at all! So…. not Jason’s fault, just mine ? Like- Holly is rewatching now and she just came up with a good point about how the Grounders basically ended up having to choose their survivors just like Clarke did with the list, and we have no idea how. And then I remembered that Clarke doesn’t even know that her damn list saved everyone! (Or, saved 100 people, anyway.) I think that O will be very conflicted- I mean, she did this to SAVE this people, and now she’s going to have to kill them to save them. It’s kind of awful, if you think about it. Have you watched/read any of the spoilery stuff? I know there’s a clip from episode 1 of Raven and Bellamy, and a spoilery interview with Jason, but I have avoided! OH do yourself a favor though, and look up #Bellameme and thank me later 😀
The Continuum thing though… I mean, the way they set the show up you kind of had no choice but to question the whole timeline? So I think that’s legit! And yeah, that is always how I feel about notes too- they never tell as much as I had hoped they would (or I just forget an extra lot?)
See, here is where we differ, because in my mind, it’s definitely just some hard working Egyptian folks from the days of yore hauling bricks ? And my thing with Noah, obviously, is he can’t have actually had two of every animal because that isn’t even possible, and also, who would have repopulated the earth? (See what I mean about logic getting in the way every time I think about this stuff?) And sadly I cannot get on board with angels or any of that stuff. And also no one lived longer because there was no medicine and they were probably eaten by mammoths at age 27 or something. (Now I think it is your turn to throw stuff at me, actually.) I don’t think I have watched any pyramid documentaries. BUt I am also probably opposite, I’d be rolling my eyes at aliens and wanting to see dudes with wheelbarrows hahahha.
Yep, Handmaid’s is Wednesday I think. I am excited for it! I read an article that was interesting, in terms of the book compared to the show. I shall try to find it for you. (I also read that Aunt Lydia is going to be a major player this season, so that is very interesting!) Okay, found it! It’s not spoilery or anything (well- it spoils the book but I know you don’t care about that!) https://www.vox.com/culture/2018/4/20/17258518/handmaids-tale-season-2-book-vs-show-hulu-margaret-atwood
YAY I am so glad that you thought it was funny! I can’t wait to read your full post, this is one of my favorite movies ever. “Four for you Glen Coco, you go Glen Coco!” Just so many great moments in that movie hahah. Tim Meadows being terrified of the girls…, hahhah. Erm, yes, sorry, moving on! I DID hear that Mermurder was long, but Val and Holly both loved it so I do want to give it a chance. I am pissed because I apparently missed it when it was a Kindle Daily Deal, ugh. But I actually agree with you- I don’t want ALL murder! I want to know other stuff too! So maybe we just don’t like mermaids? Seems legit.
Noooo your internet was out!? That sucks! What…. what did you even do!? I am so scared that mine will go out too- apparently, what happened with my cable is that my shitty ex still has it in his name, so he canceled it. Even though I pay the bill every damn month. And since it is in his name and his account is still active, I cannot just get my own account. Because of course I asked the cable company about that. So I basically can’t have cable again until I move. Which… makes me want to cry. I have heard the worst stuff about Comcast, so I am not surprised that you are having trouble. I actually had them when I was in college but not for internet, just cable and ummm we didn’t pay for it so I couldn’t complain hahha. Hope it stays back on now for you!
It was the musical one! It… was actually kind of decent? The end was GOOD. (I watched it last night because I was bored hah.) I kind of am curious about Westworld, but like, same, I am not paying for it either. I have not watched Tabula Rasa because I am a good watching buddy, so let me know when you want to pick it back up! 😀
I may start 3% again honestly, because why not? I am dying without my daily zombie fix, I need to binge stuff. I also might start reading This Is Not a Test, because zombie withdrawal. Even though I have 2382393 review books to read, I am interested in 0 of them at the moment, so. Fringe just does NOT seem like my kind of show tbh, so I will probably never bother!
I LOVE IT. I will find it for you to make sure. https://youtu.be/Wj2ekqB3_Lo I assume one of the Gagarin people will be promoted when Jaha’s out, which kind of bums me out, but no one lets me be in charge, so. THREE DAYSSSS I cannot wait! When will you be watching it? And YES of course I will recap episodes I think it’s the only reason I still blog anymore? ? I don’t blame you for not doing it, it IS a ton of work- you should definitely do something if you want to though! I mean, I couldn’t NOT share my ideas, you know? OH! I added the final questions to the doc- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X2JLUDa-9CF0yLThQaju0JRkiccPjSCE1h38dsdO1Gc/edit?usp=sharing (You can also edit it directly if you want, I fixed it) Holly is done with hers too, and umm I guess I need to get my shit together too?
Okay the title sequence cause I’m starting there. 🙂 Awesome! I love it mostly. The Praimfaya wave is kinda terrifying, that clip with it advancing on the coastline? Wooh! And at the end when the tower in Polis shrinks down to ruins, that was cool too! Thanks for sending that over. And Youtube being what it is, that video segued right into the sneak peek, which I KNOW you’ve seen (right???) and look at Spacekru! It actually looks comfortable up there, they seem to have lots of room, and did Raven just make Echo tap out? And Marper look like they’re still together!!! But hold on… what is that Raven says about they can survive “anywhere” now on Earth? I mean yeah Eden might be the only green place, but it sounds like they CAN go anywhere if they want. You know, like Vegas. Oh and did you see Monty’s apron? Classic.
But… I have a small complaint. It looks like nothing ever happened up there, and I thought when Jaha left in the rocket the space station was pretty fucked up. So yeah that’s a stretch… but whatever. Good stuff. 🙂
Okay that’s a good point- we have the internet and that changes everything. 🙂 We don’t have to sit and watch the double header of boredom Wheel of Fortune/ Jeopardy (thank GOD). And Little House- I thought was okay, but it’s so quaint now, like if you see it on one of those retro channels it’s like I can watch for maybe 2 mins and I’m like fuck this, I need something apocalyptic, you know? I don’t give a fuck about Pa or little Ellie or the neighbors dog all frothing at the mouth because some animal got into it… don’t have time for that. But yeah the oldsters are just watching TV ALL the time. And totally not using their 100 channels to the best of their abilities. I hate it when you’re staying at someone’s house and they have a zillion channels and they settle for whatever’s on ONE channel/ Oh look Ice Age is on again *sigh* good movie, sure, but when you’ve seen it a few times, and you know there are other channels with other stuff playing, but you don’t want to be rude so you watch Ice Age again and wish you had shots to do to put you out of the misery. So… yeah.
That is a good point of Holly’s. How DID they pick? I have NOT watched anything spoilery (shocking I know) but I think it’s because it’s almost HERE? And with tabula Rasa and Dark and all that I’ve been kinda occupied, and not trolling the internet for spoilers lol? I mean if there were still weeks yet I’d be getting antsy maybe and looking for stuff, but it’s fucking TUESDAY and I can’t believe it’s herrreeeeee.
I am thanking you now for #bellameme. 🙂 That Jurassic Park one cracked me up. So much goodness there…
Yeah about Continuum. And even if I take great notes, it’s the context that’s missing after months of waiting, so even though I might have noted that so-and-so did this or whatever, it’s all that other stuff I’m fuzzy on *sigh*
See that’s no fun! We need SPACESHIPS moving the Easter Island statues around lol. But yeah I know. Oh and repopulating- if it was Noah’s people does that mean it was sort of like incest? Clearly I am not up to date on my stories since I have to ask, but it was just supposedly Noah and his wife and sons and their wives, right? I think? But yeah I love those documentaries where they talk about how the pyramids are all linked to some constellation and they line up perfectly with Orion’s Belt or whatever the fuck. Even if it’s all bullshit it’s more fun. 🙂 And no angels?? Seriously? I kinda like the idea of angels. I mean maybe not YA angles, but I played D&D growing up so I’m into all that extra-planar stuff ha ha.
Auntie Lydia! Okay I hate her but you know what? God bless her she’s a freak and maniac and she’s a badass too? And if she ever turns good, watch out! :):) But thanx for the article because the epilogue? Ooh that would be creepy!
I feel like Mean Girls is a LOT of people’s favorites, from early comments I’ve seen, so I hope my post does it justice. 🙂 I liked it too and though Tina Fey did a great job, since she apparently had a lot to do with bringing it to the screen? It was fun to watch! I feel like it was one of those movies that defined teenager-hood for a lot of people? Or maybe not “defined” but you know what I mean… certain movies we grow up with. 🙂
Yeah my internet does go out every once in a while. Usually late at night, so whatever skeevy thing Comcast is doing… IDK. Luckily this time resetting the modem worked, but it had me worried. Usually it comes back on after a while and I just figure maybe they’re doing some kind of network maintenance? But this tim e it happened and in the morning it was STILL out. That sucks about your situation- sorry to hear that! Are you moving soon? I hope everything works out with that…
Ooh I’ve heard Riverdale is getting better and I’m super curious about the musical one. I told myself I was going to watch some this weekend and so far- nope. I had to get up early this morning my daughter had an orchestra thing across town, so I took a nap this afternoon and slept way too long, so now it’s 12:30 at night and I’m just on doing stuff *rolls eyes* my schedule is so screwed up lol. But I want tog et back to Tabula Rasa because I must KNOW. And yes you are a good watching buddy, and I’m sorry I haven’t been on much! You don’t have to wait for me, cause that sucks, but I appreciate that you have. In fact I might get on Twiter tonight yet or tomorrow and if you’re around maybe we can watch some! As for the 100, I normally watch the next day on Amazon so I can skip commercials (I don’t have cable or a DVR) but in this case I might watch it Tuesday night, and if it’s awesome may watch it again the next day like usual. Are you watching it Tuesday night??? And I’m glad you’ll be recapping.
So is 3% a zomb show? I guess I don’t know much about it. This Is Not A Test is pretty awesome. And Fringe- yeah *psshh* I think I gave it two or three epsidoes and it sucked.
Ooh I’ll update the doc. Are you posting that bad boy Monday then or on Tuesday? Can’t WAIT to see it and everyone’s asnwers. I’m so frickin excited.
NOPE I haven’t seen the sneak peek! I am being very, very good and trying to not be spoiled! But I have seen some of the stills, and I did see the part about Raven saying they could live anywhere- I think she probably has no idea that it isn’t true? Just my guess, who knows. We shall find out many things the day after tomorrow, eeeep! I like the new title sequence too, it’s definitely all Praimfayed hah. I seriously need Tuesday to get here so I can maybe not have to dodge spoilers every second! But now there is a trailer of it and I am dying and I don’t know if I can resist- https://twitter.com/cwthe100/status/988100123392724992
Oh, and no, I think when Jaha left Go-Sci it was pretty much intact? I mean- the computer systems weren’t working but he also shut most of those down, so between Monty and Raven, I feel like they could have fixed most of it fairly easily? Like- Go-Sci is/was the only “original” part of it, the only part that hadn’t been fused together. Now, the other stations were a MESS after Sydney took the Exodus ship, but those all separated and went down to Earth, leaving Go-Sci fairly unscathed.
The “double header of boredom” bwhahaha so true! I actually don’t *hate* them, because at least I can try to answer questions? Like, I’d choose those over Little House, basically. I don’t know why that show pissed me off so much either, but it did. Actually- Michael Landon creeped me out a bit, and again, NO idea why, just some weird childhood thing hahha. UGH I agree about wanting to change people’s channels. My dad always watches one of two things: Old black and white war movies, or sports. And I want to just throw something at the TV, because come on, NO ONE is entertained here! Maybe I should make a new policy where I no longer visit people who put shitty stuff on their TV. Like I am NOT going to the Ice Age person’s house, that is for damn sure. I mean, a good host would be like “oh here, you can change this, no one wants to watch a fucking kids movie from 2001”. (Wow I totally guessed at the year and when I googled it, it was 2002, and I was impressively close!)
I want to know how they picked now that she mentioned it. I also am wondering what clan Octavia fell under. I mean, how closely did they adhere to the 100 people policy? Is Gaia, as Fleimkepa, part of a clan? Is she still Trikru? No one knows. OH! Speaking of- https://twitter.com/JRothenbergTV/status/988109129477599232 BLODREINA!?!? From Skairipa to Blodreina, I am dead. Also, Jason has been RTing all these awesome posts from people explaining why The 100 is important to them, and I think it is SO sweet! But yes, I am quite glad that you haven’t been trolling for spoilers, because I think it is more fun this way, being surprised and such!!
Right, like one #Bellameme is better than the next! Yeah, I think that I don’t write down plot points that seem like I’d obviously remember them at the time, because they’re huge or whatever but… apparently I am giving myself WAY too much credit.
YES Noah and his family (and his animals, for that matter) would be completely incestuous! Which is why I cannot get on board with this. Like even if there was some wife swapping happening, it’s still the same genetics because they’re brothers, so NOPE, doesn’t work. Plus the fact that you cannot keep most animals on a damn boat. And that the amount of species on Earth would never FIT on a boat, plus there’s the ones that don’t live in every climate and well… you see what I mean haha. I mean, I have definitely heard a ton of theories about Egypt and the pyramids and such, and they’re entertaining, I just don’t believe them 😀 OH! Speaking of, I feel like this is the millionth time I have mentioned this damn series and you barely liked book 1, but I think Sleeping Giants gets into that a bit in the later books. So yeah I am definitely game for reading/watching about it, I will just probably never be convinced of it! Idk how I feel about angels- I have read a couple of angel series I think? Well- definitely one, Angelfall (which I recommend) and Furyborn which I just finished is angel-y. (Furyborn also doesn’t really feel super YA, if you are looking for something less so.)
I seriously have mixed feelings about good ol’ Lydia! I mean- I know she’s awful, but she’s also kind of a victim of the system too? Obviously not in the same way the handmaids are, but you know. I want her to be redeemed more than anyone else, basically. I have read that S2 is going to be even DARKER than S1, and so I guess bring on the Care Bears.
I was reading the comments, I am so excited to see what you think- and what everyone else thinks! Tina Fey did basically orchestrate the whole thing, which is pretty awesome- and sadly was super rare at the time. So I think it was extra badass because of that, and because of the all-female leads, and such. It WAS really a defining kind of movie! I mean, I was out of college by the time it came out, but it doesn’t even matter, it’s still so easy to identify with. I had NO Mean Girls-like experiences in high school actually (so lucky, I was!) but college was a whole different story- those girls are a real thing and it was NOT fun. Plus it’s just great social commentary!
My internet has been going out a lot lately too- for what reason I don’t know. Usually only for a few minutes (knock on wood) and when I reset the router it works again. And probably in a couple months- as soon as the school year is over, ideally. I hoped that this house would be sold first, but the likelihood is super slim, so. I have been job searching, but it is so hard because how do I get a job when I am home with the kids for now, you know? And I need a job before I can pay for daycare or whatever, or a house… It’s almost like everything has to happen at once, and it’s overwhelming.
Ugh, I feel you with the schedule stuff. I took a nap yesterday too, after my parents took the children (bless them, seriously) and then I was all thrown off! So I haven’t even had much time to watch either, sadly. I ended up watching some Timeless last night but I was kind of bored and it made me sad. And nah, I will wait for you- honestly, that is half the fun! No rush, it isn’t going anywhere 😀 So I always watched The 100 like, right after it aired so I could fast forward through commercials, but now… now I have to wait until it’s up on The CW site I guess? Is that what you do? I miss my DVR! When does it usually appear on sites? I can’t even watch Fear tonight, this is such nonsense. Will you watch that tomorrow too?
Ah, no 3% is some kind of dystopian show I think? I am just sad because I was binging Fear and then TWD for so long and now I have nothing that is multiple seasons long to binge hahah.
I am going to post it on like, Tuesday at midnight. Which means I should probably work on it now if I want to have it ready in the next 24 hours. I had 11 months to work on it, you’d THINK I’d be done by now but… really not.
Oh… so I spoiled you basically. *hides* Sorry!! And that trailer?? I’m seeing a Murven moment. “cockroach playing violin”… nice.
Really? See I thought the whole station was in pretty rough shape- shows what I know. Well then I won’t be so skeptical of Spacekru’s living arrangements then. 🙂 See- the benefits of rewatching ha ha. But yeah that makes sense.
Jeopardy actually… can be fun, the questions I mean. If there isn’t 3,278 other things on. But yeah Jeopardy actually isn’t bad, I have to admit. And Ice age is that old? See that’s even WORSE, I had no idea we’re talking 16 yrs here. Fuck…but yeah making people watch some shit just because you only ever watch ONE channel? Highly rude. 🙂 I mean clearly the point of having many channels is lost on these people?? And I like that new policy! My uncle cracks me up though, he likes those old westerns they play on Saturday mornings on AMC or whatever channel it is, and when my mom goes there occasionally to stay with them he always teases her about it. Needless to say my mom is NOT down with westerns…
Blodreina is ridiculous. Not in a bad way but just that they’re going SO out there- I mean we thought Luna was nuts? At the end anyways. I fear they may be going overboard I mean that tweet has me legit concerned for poor O. I would assume that O is Trikru since she sorta joined it to be w/ Indra right, b ut now she’s announced Wonkru so are the old clan allegiances considered dead? Maybe that’s the problem and someone tries to usurp her or revive loyalty to a clan and she has to put them down?
Ha this cracks me up that we are discussing angels and pyramids. 🙂 Ooh I know. The angels helped BUILD the pyramids cause they can fly and stuff, and being super strong they can just FLY the boulders into place. Bam game over. Although the incest thing I guess is no different than if everyone originated from Adam and Eve anyway right? Since they would have had to have kids who… um… mated and stuff. Unless the angels came down to, you know, add a little “variety” to the gene pool? Are you throwing things yet?
But ooh Sleeping Giants addresses that? See flying saucers levitating blocks is way more interesting than slaves hauling them along. And there are yetis in the Himalayas! Okay I’ll stop, and no I don’t believe that either, BUT the world would be much more interesting no?
S2 even darker? Like is that possible? Care Bears may definitely be the palate cleanser I need. But please, no more clitorectomies or whatever you call it. That’s just too horrible even for dystopian TV, right? I mean FFS did they have to g THERE? I’m uh assuming that didn’t happen in the book? Or maybe it did?
I totally agree, and Tina Fey is awesome. I’m not usually into oh so-and-so celebrity rah rah but her and Amy Poehler… love em. They’re hilarious. And see I didn’t run into any Mean Girls per se in college, but I have no doubt they’re there and/ or in high school, so yeah… I’m sure it’s very accurate in lots of ways. And of course we know that “burn books” are not exactly unknown… Riverdale even touched on that with their “sexual conquest” book which sadly is all too realisic.
It amazes me how internet goes out when we pay SO much for it. Like you’d think all that money would go towards a somewhat stable connection? In 2018? And that does sound stressful. Like how do you job search when you’re watching kids? And you have young ones, so it’s not like you can just leave em alone for a while while you do stuff. Mine are older so it’s not as big an issue. I feel ya though- if you ever ant to talk just let me know. I mean I know as a guy I’m probably not the ideal person to discuss these things with, but still…
Thanks! It is more fun, I agree! And I’m starting to get into tabula Rasa? I think after requiem and Dark it started a bit slow, maybe I was looking too much for thr supernatural elements, but I feel like it’s sorta getting moving? I think the husband is bad news, and maybe the mom too? Oh and the 100 I usually watch on Amazon- -I pay the $2 which is probably dumb but I think (I might be wrong) that you have to have a cable subscription to watch on the CW site? IDK, there was some reason I had trouble doing that, so I just started watching them on Amazon for convenience and no commercials. Although it sucks to buy them. They usually show up after 3am the day after. And FEAR I totally missed! I was thinking about westworld and how I kinda hated missing it, but fuck HBO, and I guess FEAR flew under my radar. I feel like a traitor ha ha! Yes that one should be up on Amazon after 3am too, and I would probably watch it tomorrow. Again I think AMC’s site won’t let me because of cable??
I hear you, it is HARD when you’re binging and then it’s over and it’s like… what now????
Ha that’s me. Doesn’t matter how long I have, the night before (or minutes before) I’d be scrambling too. Trust me I’m worse. 🙂
Ehhh it’s okay- I mean, I mostly knew what happened anyway, I just don’t really want to fully see the clip, because… well, I have no idea why actually? But alas. There is another scene out today, but I didn’t watch that either!
I mean… now I want to rewatch that part too hahah. But also, they had 6 years to fix up Go-Sci, and literally nothing else to do, so frankly, it better be looking nicer than when Jaha left it!
I like Jeopardy, but only when I know some of the answers. When it’s categories I know nothing about I get rather salty and yell at it. “No one likes old poetry, damn it!” I guess I assumed Ice Age was old, but also, I think I watched it at a drive-in movie theater with my aunt and cousin when he was still really little, so that probably helped me date it? Doesn’t make it any better of a movie though haha. I seriously cannot imagine paying for hundreds of channels and only watching ONE, like what even!? YES those old westerns are exactly what my dad watches! (I called them war movies bwhahah, I knew there was a real name ?) I don’t blame your mom, tbh. Those movies are all the damn same- you’ve seen one, you’ve seen ’em all, and the first one wasn’t even worth it.
I LOVE Blodreina, I think this is going to be so messed up! I hope my expectations aren’t too high? Well- O fought as the Skaikru champion though, so… that probably means she’s technically Skaikru? Even though yeah, Indra did proclaim her Trikru at one point. Maybe she has dual citizenship? And yes- I think that IS what happens, if I had to guess, there will be some kind of bullshit clan fighting, and she’ll be like no, you’re not Whateverkru, you’re WONKRU and then she’ll kill whoever she wants. I do worry like you said about them taking it too far but… I also think that after 6 years of actual bunker hell, it will be believable no matter what she does, sadly.
I mean… if you’re going to say aliens built them, you might as well go ahead and bring angels into the mix? Perhaps this is a story you want to pursue! And yeah, the incest thing WOULD be the same as Adam and Eve… if that were legit and we didn’t actually evolve from monkeys. Hopefully the monkeys we evolved from are all somewhat genetically different? PLUS didn’t Adam and Eve, in the story, only have boys? Explain to me how THAT worked, unless Eve had babies with her own kids. We’d have died out immediately from all the inbreeding! I mean, frankly, I’d rather accept the angels as opposed to “we’re all having sex with our relatives”.
YEP Sleeping Giants gets into a lot of stuff like that, it’s kind of fascinating. Not the quickest moving series ever, but it definitely was thought provoking! HA yetis. I mean, yes, it would be more interesting, but this is coming from someone who also thinks that Panem would be more interesting, so I am not exactly a great source of insight!
Yeah Idk HOW the hell it can be darker and Idk if I want to know? Gah, clitorectomies, even the WORD sounds awful. I really hope they don’t do that again. That was horrible even to watch the aftermath of! That did NOT happen in the book. At all. And it remains the most disturbing thing I have ever seen on TV, and that includes Glenn’s death scene.
I love Amy and Tina too- I think because they are such… regular people, you know? They came from normal backgrounds, and worked hard to get where they are. And they’re funny as hell. I loved them on SNL together, especially when they hosted Weekend Update! The Mean Girls thing IS really realistic. I even knew people who had “burn book” type stuff. And YEP, I have heard about a lot of the Riverdale-type crap. I don’t understand how some people can be so awful. I liked that in Mean Girls they were able to be somewhat redeemed though- I don’t know if it really happens in real life, but I like to pretend that it does.
Um RIGHT? Internet is so expensive and then it doesn’t even work!? Like no. If I pay for a service, give me the damn service. If I paid for a meal and half the food wasn’t there, I’d want my money back, right? Well, same. And thanks, I really appreciate that! It’s such a Catch-22 because you can’t job search without daycare and you can’t pay for daycare without a job so… yeah! I mean, my mom can certainly watch them if I had an interview or something, but I was hoping to be able to wait until they finished the school year to actually start a job and move, because I have NO idea how that would work! I had like, nice, linear plans that totally got thrown out the window with all of this criminal bullshit.
WAIT, you did NOT watch Tabula Rasa without me, did you!? Because that would be really quite sad. Especially after I waited! (Giving you a HUGE side eye right now ?) DUDE, no, you can watch The 100 for free! I just watched Riverdale and I didn’t even have to log into my parents’ cable (which is my new plan so I can watch stuff hah). Though, I’d want to have the episodes to rewatch too so… Idk, I will probably eventually buy them anyway. But Riverdale only had a couple commercials too. I used to have trouble with The CW site so I bet that is why you stopped using it, but it was updated and worked quite well the other day! WOW you are a Fear traitor! Did you watch it already? I am watching it tonight, so I mean, DM me/let me know if you haven’t watched all the things without me ::super loud grumbles:: (Oh but yeah AMC’s you can’t without cable, I know that, sadly.)
Exactly, I need more seasons of stuff! OH and did you happen to finish the questions?? I have everything ready (shocking, it’s even a few hours ahead) so…. just waiting for yours! I am so excited!!! 😀
You are strong to resist. 🙂
Lol I used to HATE westerns, like really people watch this stuff, but *don’t tell anyone* I kinda like a FEW of them? Just a FEW, don’t throw stuff again. 🙂 Like there are a few classics, and there’s something strangely relaxing about some of them? Not the vast majority, granted, but still… okay moving on. Oh and I’m the same way w/ Jeopardy, for sure. If I know the answer I’m all smug about it but if I don’t know the category I’m like fuck Jeopardy lol.
Probably true, 6 years down there has to be BAD. And lol at Whateverkru. Right? And I think she’s taking this Wonkru stuff seriously, so yeah she’s gonna take a dim view of people getting all clannish again. Plus I imagine Indra is gonna push her to be tough on troublemakers. But I am wondering th PLOT reasons they have for taking her in this direction- kinda scary.
Angels and aliens? I like it. 🙂 Maybe they worked together. But the incest thing is weird. Although I think it says Adam and Eve had other kids so yeah- brothers and sisters would have had to, you know. Which is like gah to modern sensibilities, but I’ve heard it said that incest was not forbidden then because there were no mutations that caused problems? Only later did you have mutations and all that. I guess everything was pure in the beginning? Clearly the Targaryens in Game of Thrones didn’t get the incest memo unfortunately, since they still follow the practice. But good point about monkeys- even if we evolved at some point there was inbreeding right?
I would take yetis AND Panem ha ha!
Yeah no argument there- that was too twisted. Rein it in writers room!
Weekend Update was the best. They need to go back and do that show. Can you imagine the fun they could have w/ trump?
Sorry everything got messed up. And I don’t know about PA but I assume it’s the same as here, daycare is expensive! Man. Crazy. But yeah I hope it all works out sooner than later for ya, whatever happens, and yup I’m here if you ever wanna talk. 🙂
I am so glad I can watch free, and yes I think that is why I stopped watching on CW. I’m going to watch riverdale tomorrow (today??) and probably the 100 too, once it shows up on the site. Tuesday is gonna be an awesome day, let’s face it. 🙂
As we discussed, clearly I forgot to update my questions, so thank you for reminding me! Can’t wait to see that post! And just think, in a few short hours we will have new 100 to talk about!!
I mean, I won’t throw stuff, but… I will shake my head in pretend disappointment? ? They just all seem the SAME to me, and also…. they’re old. I don’t do very well with classics of ANYTHING. I hear “classic” and my brain zones out like NOPE SORRY BYE. (Incidentally, I was afraid to watch Fear and TWD at first because I was afraid they’d feel like Westerns! It’s shit like this which is why I should not be allowed to make choices about entertainment.) HA exactly, if I know it I am a genius and if I don’t, clearly it’s Jeopardy’s fault. When I was younger, I decided that if I ever had to go on and they asked me a final Jeopardy question and it even *might* fit I was going to say Benjamin Franklin as the answer because one of these times, it would have been right.
I think the bunker is what I am most excited about! Especially because we saw NOTHING of it after Praimfaya hit, and very little even in the promos. And also it is going to be awful and disgusting! I think Indra will be pushing O too, and I don’t know how I feel about it. It’ll be an interesting dynamic for sure. I think O almost HAS to push Wonkru this much though, because if infighting starts… well that’s a recipe for disaster. Especially since we KNOW that Skaikru didn’t pick their warriors to survive, it could be a bloodbath in a hurry. And… I think we know the plot reasons sadly. There’s no going back to chasing butterflies after this, she’s… well, this is probably her swan song. Which is really sad.
Yeah but maybe they didn’t forbid incest because they were cavepeople and didn’t know any better, not because there were no deformities? Plus I feel like no matter WHEN you were born, you’d feel a sense of wrongness to reproducing with your sibling? I kind of want to google this because I am fascinated, but I also don’t want the FBI to seize my computer and start asking my brother weird questions, so. (Ugh, also, don’t just google “Adam and Eve” because… that won’t go well.) Wikipedia has my back- “their literal existence is incompatible with human evolutionary genetics” bwhahha. BUT apparently 56% of Americans believe that they were real literal people, so. There are also some frightening “artist” renderings on Wikipedia that will torment me forever, so that’s fun. And NO, no, the monkeys knew enough not to have sex with their siblings! Right? I don’t know, again, not looking up monkey incest hahah.
They would be amazing at Weekend Update with Trump! Though I do really like the rapport that Michael Che and Colin Jost have, so at least there’s that.
Aww thanks! Yeah, it’s all… weird. Daycare is insanely expensive, which I get, because who the hell wants to watch someone else’s kid all day, right? Only, the poor daycare workers get paid shit, so that doesn’t seem fair either. I feel like someone needs to come up with an instruction manual for kids. When are they allowed to like, let me freaking sleep and go play by themselves? I don’t know. I had to do a massive google search for when/if Sammy can go in a booster seat because he was begging too (he’s 4.5 and over 40 lbs, so apparently yes) but like, they give you baby books and then suddenly your kid never sleeps and won’t eat anything but chicken nuggets and I’m supposed to know how to deal with that!? I mean, I want to eat more than chicken nuggets and I DO want to sleep, so I am useless! Erm, sorry for that tangent hahhaha. I just hope I find out some info soon- I think it’s the unknown and being in limbo that stresses me out the most with all of this!
I am so excited about The 100 I don’t even know what to do. I am also really sad that I cannot watch it right now BUT I am going to watch Fear soon so we can talk about that at least, while we wait for The CW. And goodness no, thank YOU for updating them!! 😀
That’s how I am with classic books! Like whenever the subject of classics comes up my eyes glaze over. I’ve read a very few that I liked and most I’ve been bored to tears. Speaking of- are there classics you like? I liked Tom Sawyer and maybe a few others (will have to think) but not very many… anyway Westerns. Dude there are some good ones though. And they’re not all old? 3:10 To Yuma was pretty good, and Open Range. But I’m with ya. Most Westerns *shrug*
And see but I get it? Even now I don’t consider myself a zombie enthusiast even though I’ve devoted HOURS to the Walking Dead franchise, so… yeah. And lol about Benjamin Franklin… 🙂
Agreed, and after tonight it looks worse than ever! Man that was worse than I thought, just the way she looked so grim. But I guess if you have to force people to fight in a culling (assuming that’s what it is) you’re not gonna be all wine and roses. I think I’m really looking forward too to seeing how Kabby and other Skaikru will adjust to this new reality. You’re right they don’t have many warriors…
Lmao right? One must be careful what one googles ha! But hey if you put biblical in there with incest you’ll get a pass, because the online monitors will figure you’re a Trump supporter? Okay that was maybe out of line, but there it is. Seriosuly though… I have heard that! That incest was not an issue at first because the bloodlines were pure. Personally I don’t know (and obvs I’m not like, advocating incest) but it’s a theory. But I mean clearly I’m more open to what you might consider outlandish ideas of prehistory ha ha. I mean Gardens of Eden and whatnot probably sound silly but then to me so does everything just starting by itself, so I dunno? And Adam and Eve? Lol I can only IMAGINE.
Technically there would have been an Adam and Eve (of sorts) whether they were created or were simply the first “humans” to have evolved, though? Oh and really? I need to go to Wikipedia and see. Am I gonna regret this???
See I have that where they can do their own thing and not like end up in the hospital. 🙂 It’s nice when it arrives. although as we’ve discussed before you wonder what they’re REALLY doing, so it’s like you still worry. But yes… I hear ya! Chicken nuggets *snort* yeah kids choose the healthiest cuisine don’t they?? Mac n cheese really???? Please develop some nuance to your taste buds little human lol. I was reading a book a while back called Bringing Up Bebe by a journalist whose stuff I like to read and she as talking about the creches in France and how they feed the kids a lot better than daycares/ schools do here, and also how it’s state subsidized so you don’t have to be a fucking doctor to afford daycare. Very interesting… and yes being in limbo is the worst. Waiting and not knowing always sucks. 🙁
I need to watch Fear…
I actually only kind of liked one (and it was like, the most modern we read), A Separate Peace by John Knowles. Everything else… nope. I actually stopped reading a lot of them though, I’d just give up. (Which is funny considering how I NEVER DNF now hahha.) And then I’d either just try to figure out what was going on in class, or if it was really bad, buy the CliffsNotes. Kids now are so lucky, they straight up never have to read any of that shit if they don’t want to! I think that the reason I don’t like Westerns is that I have a preconceived notion of them based on the few old shitty ones I’ve been forced to watch?
That’s funny about not being a zombie enthusiast because SAME! Even though I love watching TWD and Fear, so… maybe I am in denial? You might be too 😀 And hey, Ben Franklin was responsible for all kinds of shit, I felt like the odds were in my favor?
GAH right!? She looked such a MESS. Like… dead inside basically. Like this has just ruined her. And Indra wasn’t much better. So stoic, they were. I cannot wait to see this. It is killing me now, the wait! I definitely agree that this whole “making people fight to the death to save air” or whatever is brutal and that HAS to make a person changed forever, but… I bet it’s even worse than that. And yeah it’s no wonder that Kane is so against it. It doesn’t take a genius to see which clan is going to be at the biggest disadvantage- the one with all the kids, nerds, and old people!
BWHAHA so true, he probably gives that one a pass, especially since he’s googling it himself while he’s trying to figure out a legal way to touch Ivanka. I am really curious about this whole incest history thing! I mean- I assumed it wasn;t as big of a problem because people were too stupid to realize it was a problem? But now… now I am going to need to find more info. FBI or no FBI ? I mean- the thing is, everything evolved so it wouldn’t be Adam and Eve necessarily just… really primitive bacteria or whatever? But I also agree that I have a very hard time thinking that everything just BAM became life-sustaining for random reasons, so who even knows? I hope we DO get to know one day, I hate unknowns.
My thing is, it wouldn’t have been just TWO people that evolved though, right? It would have been probably LOTS, and it’s such a slow evolution that would we even be able to mark the exact time of change that one particular brand of monkey decided to get humaner? HA you might regret it, I did! I really wish I could travel back in time or something, then I’d have all the answers! As long as I could come back to now because I don’t want to be stuck with my monkey ancestors tbh.
That is exactly what I want, someone just to be able to watch TV and not die or whatever! Not asking for much, just a few minutes of peace? It just seems VERY far away, though I will probably regret hoping for it when it arrives cause it just brings a whole new host of problems! I seriously don’t get it- I followed all the damn eating directions, like okay feed them peas on this day and then carrots on this day or whatever, and now no one eats anything remotely healthy and I have clearly failed. I don’t even fight it because you can’t really MAKE someone eat- I have done the “you eat nothing until you eat this” thing and they are just like “okay cool, I don’t need food” and that is mind boggling! I believe that about France! And you know- Sammy’s preschool gives them lunch, and I tried to get him to eat it but the teachers were like “he won’t eat it can you just pack him one?” like UGH no that defeats the damn purpose but… I also don’t want to be a pain in the ass, so every damn day I send him dinosaur chicken nuggets and I quit.
You still haven’t watched Fear!? You should!!! We never even got to discuss it! Let me know when you want to pick up TR too. Are you going to watch Handmaid’s soon? I kind of want to tonight. Maybe. If I can handle it hah.
You don’t DNF? I do, occasionally. Not lots. But then we didn’t read many classics? I think my school might have sucked. But you’re right, with everything online now that MUST be nice! Oh and same- I used to HATE Westerns,I was like what is the point? But after watching a few older ones I developed a fondness for some (emphasis on the some- there are plenty I have no use for). It’s like any other genre- a few gems amidst a sea of crap lol.
I really am not into zombies so it amazes me that I’m so gaga over tWD. Although as we’ve discussed I used to be a lot more gaga, lately… not so much. Although I do like Fear. Which I finally watched today. And have thoughts, which I’ll tell you about on Twitter. 🙂
Exactly, and who is Jaha talking to when he mentions population reduction? I wonder if it’s Octavia and if it was his idea exclusively or if her and Indra came up with it? I guess we’ll find out soon, but imagine Jaha and Octavia implementing it together! Yikes.
Ouch, I like that! And I honestly don’t know much about the history of incest (now THERE”S a topic to research!!) but in terms of religion I just think that’s like a theory or whatever to explain why it wouldn’t have been considered wrong at the outset of everything? Course if you don’t believe Adam and Eve were around then yeah it’s kind of irrelevant ha ha 🙂 Personally I do (stop throwing :)) but that’s just me. I struggled for a long time as a kid with how to reconcile that with evolution and I ended up just admitting that I can’t, necessarily, I mean I can’t prove anything either way, I’ll have to see some day. I agree a time machine would be super helpful to solve these issues, but yes only if I could come back, I like my modern medicine and amenities, thank you very much. I mean I know it’s out of fashion to believe in Adam and Eve and all that I suppose, but what can you do? It appeals to my belief in something more to life than just a chemical reaction or completely random evolution I guess.
Yeah it seemed far away to me too and now I’m like- can I have those moments back? Cause a lot of fun goofy stuff we did they’re like to old for now, they’re all ironic and world weary lol and they used to be so sweet and happy! Ha school does that. But I definitely hear ya, being constantly on call when they’re little does get old! And yeah I think kids are hardwired to like crap- doesn’t matter how healthy you feed ’em, they’re gonna want bad stuff. “I don’t need food” lmao. Right? they don’t care!
So… yeah I watched Fear finally! And Handmaid’s is sorta calling me… are u watching??
Noooo I almost never DNF! Because… well, I have no legitimate reasons, just my brain won’t let me “give up”? Even though why exactly is reading a book you don’t like a good thing? No idea. Um I think your school sucked LESS because you didn’t have to read many classics! I feel like teaching books solely because they were popular 200+ years ago is lazy, unimaginative, and pretty much useless. But that’s just me. Especially with the sheer volume of literature out there, you really can’t find anything better than Charles Dickens? Come on. That does make sense about Westerns- I am sure there are some good ones out there! I suppose I just was never curious enough to bother trying? Though that sounds like me and just about EVERY genre, so that’s a problem.
Well that’s fair because TWD currently kind of sucks. I watched some thing on YouTube about how stupid it was to kill Carl off (and it was funny because the person said like “even though Chandler isn’t the best actor and we all kind of hate Carl” ?) and it was really quite true. A lot of their decisions were so, so questionable in the past few seasons though. (I feel like an official “fan” now because I can pinpoint where it all went to hell hah.) I am excited to discuss Fear more too- I liked it but I also have a few issues.
OH you have a good point- Jaha didn’t actually say that directly to O, did he? I think a lot of people (myself included!) assumed it but yeah it was NOT clear, you’re right! I would LOVE to see those two working together. And it would be such fun for it to have been Jaha’s idea AND it ends up being his downfall! (I don’t know why but I am so here for all the awfulness in the bunker- though I have a feeling I won’t be saying that when I’m all weepy for my dead characters)
“History of Incest”, I feel like that’s a REALLY unpopular class at an equally unpopular college hahah. That does make sense in terms of religion- because you’d have some super religious guy from Arkansas wondering why he can’t schtup his sister, because “the Bible said I can”. I mean, apparently a lot of people DO believe in the Adam and Eve thing, based on those statistics I found, so you’re definitely not alone! I just… vehemently do not hahah. Like other stuff I can like, consider the possibly of (a higher power/God, an afterlife, etc), you know? But then some stuff… I just can’t. Seriously though, the time machine would solve everything. (Incidentally, I cannot stop picturing Kellogg when I think about taking a time machine back to the dawn of man ?) I feel like I’d want to live there for a couple days though? Just for the experience?
YES that is what I am so afraid of- when they start to tell me that I am being dorky or embarrassing or whatever. I know it will happen, but I want to be in denial for a bit longer I suppose. Kids ARE so sweet and happy- it makes me so sad to think that the world is already changing them. It’s like we all should do whatever the hell we did at 4 or 5 to stay that happy forever, why are we doing…. I don’t know, whatever bullshit makes us so UNhappy in life? It IS the “on call” thing (that is a good way of putting it!) that makes it so, so hard. Because there is NO downtime, especially when they’re young because nightmares and accidents and whatever, there’s no telling when they’ll be awake. Well- I think we are ALL hardwired to like crap, really 😀 But I can’t figure out WHY. Like from an evolutionary/biological standpoint, it doesn’t make sense. It hurts our bodies, why do we love it!?
YEP I watched the first two episodes of Handmaid’s. The first was pretty good but the second… Idk. I liked half of the story of the second episode (the Ofglen part, what the hell is Rory’s name even!?) but the other half… well, you’ll see. It was pretty meh. EMILY, I googled it. Now the real question, will I remember it next week?
I like your thinking on classics. It dovetails quite nicely w/ mine lol. Yeah I was NOT complaining about lack of lit reading in high school!
Yup you’re one of us now- the jaded, formerly enthusiastic TWD fans lol. We can all relate to the good ole days when the show was fresh and didn’t suck. And I may be in the minority but I’m so glad Carl is gone. I was never a fan. Although they didn’t do his character just ice either, in his defense.
Yes I LOVE that idea! How appropriate ha ha for Jaha to suggest it and then later they’re having Jaha steak. And Kane hopefully keeps his head down and doesn’t make too much noise so he doesn’t end up on a plate either!
I… had not thought of that, lol. Yikes. But hey arkansas… sure it could happen. And yes Kellogg- I like to think he survived somehow, and is now a chieftain in a clan or something. Wearing like furs and shit. And strangely happy? Okay maybe not.
That’s what I don’t get about our bodies. Like they say that fight or flight adrenaline responses and fat storage and all that are evolutionary developments, but those things HURT us to whatever extent. I guess if we were running around chasing mammoths maybe not. We just haven’t evolved yet body-wise to accommodate our new sedentary lifestyles? But yes why does crap taste good? Maybe it’s the sugar and all the additives to make it taste good. It’s like how soda tastes good but if you quit it for awhile and then go back, it tastes like fucking sugar water and it’s like ack. I guess we adjust to it and then it’s “normal”? But as far as the kids thing, you’ve got a little time yet. 🙂 Trust me, when you hit junior high or high school is when the fun begins *rolls eyes*
Ha I need to watch. Along w/ everything else. But I’m anxious to see how TR turns out, hopefully we can finish that one soon. I wanna know what happens to Mie!!!
So how did it work at your school? Obviously you still took English classes and such, so what did they even do!? We even had the bullshitty “summer reading”, where they thought my ass was actually going to read Jane Eyre or something while NOT in school, I mean. I wasn’t even going to read it during the actual year, so. It’s sad because I was always a huge reader… EXCEPT in high school and college when they kept forcing me to read crappy books! I feel like that’s very telling, and it’s a big part of why I am against it.
It’s so true! I was so excited when I started- though I was definitely lucky to have a warning from you, otherwise I’d have been extra sad. But it’s also interesting because I didn’t have as much of a gradual decent into suckery, it just was good and then NOPE, sucks sorry. I mean, I don’t think you actually ARE in the minority about Carl, and his character at that point was totally useless (which is probably why they killed him of course) but there was a LOT they could have done with him but they never figured it out! Though some things I have read said that they hope that since Comic Carl *doesn’t* die, this will force the showrunners to stray from the comics more, and I really hope so!
It actually looks like that will happen! Did you see the link I sent you on Twitter?! Because.. unless they’re messing with us, YEP that is how it goes down haahha poor Jaha! DYING at Kane trying to like, make himself scarce so no one notices and/or tries to eat him ??
Kellogg actually MIGHT have been happy- maybe he finally realized how little value material things actually have and is now some kind of Shaman or something! (Obviously he tries to credit every invention to him, and the world as we knew it is turned upside down because ONE damn caveman knew English and HOW?)
I think you’re very right about our bodies not evolving fast enough for our lifestyle changes, that makes the most sense. I mean, it takes soooo long for evolutionary changes to happen, and our lifestyles have changed so dramatically in such a short amount of time (hell, even compared to 50-100 years ago!) that we could never hope to keep up. I also kind of wonder if maybe we were never really designed to eat all this processed sugary stuff, and so our bodies weren’t designed to resist it? Kind of how alcohol and such aren’t exactly great for us, but sometimes we do shit anyway for whatever reason that it benefits us? Like smoking I guess, though I don’t fully understand the appeal ha. Maybe someday, someone will be saying that about brownies! (The horror.) Middle school and high school are SCARY. I do not want. It’s funny- even know sometimes I’ll feel like my parents are being embarrassing or something, but then I feel SO guilty because… well, I don’t my kids to think that haha.
YES TR! I DMed you about that too because I want to knoooowww. OH you know what we should watch this weekend, if you’ll be around? The bunker show! Whatever the hell it’s called that I can’t remember. Something about Rain? Idk. Was Riverdale new this week? If it was, I missed that too. It’s hard to remember when everything is on, I miss my DVR!
we read a few classics I think in our lit class, but not very many (compared to some people I’ve seen say they read all these classics- um where did THEY go to school lol)and I don’t even, embarrasingly, remember which ones? I know we did Romro and Juliet and maybe another Shakespeare one, and I remember reading Dickinson and Whitman and Thoreau up the ass, but otherwise… I zoned out? It’s like how I took 2 years of Spanish and the extent of my knowledge is no habla.
I hope you’re right about Carl, but sadly Daryl is not even IN the comics, so I don’t know that that will matter, but I would love it if it did. Because yeah they need to let the comics go… do their own thing.
l did and yes! I want Jaha to be the architect of his own destruction *happy dance* only because it seems fitting- I mean I don’t even hate him anymore (take a bow, Shannon), er, much anyway, he actually serves a very valuable purpose as the morally flexible yet somehow still respected former leader, and his absence will bite, but to have him go that way… yeah. I can’t wait to see it!
I’d love to see a spinoff show- Kellogg 5000 BC or somewhat- where he is a shaman (that’s inspired) and meets a clan woman or something. Maybe he had his cell or something on him and uses that tech to wow the natives. Possibilities are endless!
Yeah I think sugar is one of the worst things, and we overload our bodies with way more than we need, hence diabetes for some. It’s funny how certain Asian populations had almost no heart disease, stroke or diabetes until they adopted Western diets, and then they got as sick as us. I think that’s it right there. Smoking’s funny, I smoked for a few years in college (it was one of those things where I’d smoke at the bar right, and eventually you’re not just smoking at the bar) and it was quite pleasurable, in its way. I mean if you’re stressed or just wanna relax you have a smoke and it’s all good man. 🙂 Ha I’m exaggerating a little, but you know. It runs your life though, like if you’re outta smokes it’s a fucking crisis, right? Ha ha and now I hate smoking- being a former smoker and quitting does that. 🙂
No idea about Riverdale but I saw that season 2 is coming later in May to Netflix, so it must be wrapping up soon?? I still haven’t watched one since the other night when I watched 28. I’m SO behind. Rain sounds awesome, I want that show! AndThe Terror too. But yeah I’m down with Rain! And I’m gonna head over to Tweetland and see if you’re around, maybe we can watch TR…
I am so confused because what even did you DO during English class if you weren’t reading shitty books? I remember my sophmore year, I had this nun, and I swear she could like, smell that I didn’t read the book or something. And she constantly was trying to trip me up. I mean, she was right of course, but still. We had to do a big Shakespeare thing every year- it was like, this ridiculous months-long ordeal, and just… why? Not like I even remember any of it! Then there was this class I took my senior year called “Survey of Dramatic Literature” and do you know what it was? Watching movies based on books, I shit you not. Now that is a class I was able to get on board with. I was a Spanish major FFS and still no hablo. (Though to be fair, at least I knew the conjugation? ?)
Yeah, I know about the Daryl thing, but nothing he did really drastically changed the outcome? Whereas Rick and Carl could have I guess. I know I am grasping at straws here but shh. Also, maybe the new showrunner won’t… Idk, suck? (Fine they probably will but a girl can dream.)
Do you think the Great Jaha Destruction is going to happen TONIGHT!? It’s so exciting! I have heard that he’s around until episode 5 or so, but that could be flashbacks? Or maybe he survives that long- we don’t really know how long they’ll be stuck in the bunker. You’re right about Jaha’s purpose, and I think now that the Delinquents (and Bellamy and Raven) are adults, his job is kind of finished, time to pass the torch.
I’d absolutely tune in for Kellogg 5000 BC. I mean, I’ve not seen any other good cavepeople shows (or any cavepeople shows in general tbh) and I like him messing up everyone’s lives and the future and stuff. Like in Future Man when Apple is no longer Apple because of time traveling phones!
It really is telling- how Americans have such health problems in general, die younger, etc. And of course instead of us following the healthier Asian example, we just drag ’em down with us ha. Okay I HAVE to ask because I find this fascinating- but what exactly made you smoke in the first place? Like, at the bar? Friends? Just curious? Like I was never even tempted when drinking (I actually think I became more obnoxious and rude to smokers, which in hindsight isn’t nice, but also, it’s shitty when you have to not go to public places because asthma, so I umm would get kind of snarky when I’d have to leave hah) My grandma always says the same thing about being a former smoker! She had smoked for like, Idk, 40 years or something ridiculous and then SHE became the snarky person yelling at smokers haha. But yeah I remember people in college like, standing outside in blizzards and shit because they had to smoke and just NOPE, didn’t understand the appeal!
Ooooh okay! Maybe I’ll just wait for Riverdale to be on Netflix, honestly that sounds easier than the stupid app. I think 30 was the most recent one I watched? So yeah, assuming 16 episodes per season, I guess there are probably only 2 more! It’s just called Rain? Well I guess that should be easy enough to remember (spoiler: I still won’t). Right, I need to look up The Terror too! And Harper’s Island, which I should be able to remember because in my mind, Harper is a killer on an island and actually maybe The 100 should adopt that too. Give the girl some screen time, anyway. Did you watch any Handmaid’s yet? I think that the 3rd episode might actually be on before The 100 but I’ll probably wait to watch it because… well I’m obviously waiting for The 100. I need to finish Fear too- after I do blog stuff. I think I’ll give myself a goal- like comment on say, 10 blogs, and then I can watch Fear. Sad when I have to reward myself with shows in order to blog ?
I…am not sure?!? Ha but a class watching movies? Fuck yeah I could get behind that too lolo. Sign me up! Hopefully not shitty movies. And you were a Spanish major? Cool. Oh it’s no hablOOOOOOOOO? Oops…
Yes let us hope for the best! Although the new showrunners on Fear are not off to a good start after tonight’s mess?
Ooh I hope so, I’m anxious to get inside the bunker!! I think my blood pressure rises every time I think of it! In a good way of course. You know, cannibalism anticipation and whatnot.
Did you ever see Clan of the Cave Bear? Speaking of, that’s probably an outstanding idea for Movies That Suck.
Okay- the first smoke I ever had was because of a girl ha ha. she smoked so I had one. This was like high school. Didn’t really smoke in college per se but in law school I did- all my study partners smoked and we’d meet at this bar called Moriarty’s and hang out. and after a while I was just… smoking. But even before it was regular I would smoke at the bar when I went out and stuff. It was fun! It’s hard for nonsmokers to understand I think? Plus it gives you somethign to do. Awkward moment or bored? Have a smoke. But I’d never do it now obvs… those were less civilized times 🙂 And obviously if you have asthma I can totally see not being amused by smokers!
I have not watched Handmaid’s yet, I have that Hulu email in my inbox but haven’t re- upped yet. Should do that. I might wait because I want to catch up on Riverdale and maybe watch the Terror first/ And also Rain. So I might wait a few weeks and let them get a few episodes out and then I can binge em. 🙂 Oh I did see Hulu is getting S3 of 12 Monkeys in May. N word yet on S4 though, although TBH I haven’t looked. I should do that. So many shows!!!!!!
I mean, some of the movies were shitty? But that kind of is part of the territory, and not ALL of the movies were shitty at least! So… overall a win. Plus it’s how I discovered my only favorite old movie, 12 Angry Men! And yeah, I was, but only for two years, and I only took Spanish classes for one of them. Because Spanish is hard and I just wanted to speak English, which seems legit.
I actually agree about the showrunners- the more I think about it the more irked I am. Like- I honestly wonder how pissed I’d be if I hadn’t just binged TWD? Like- after 4 seasons of absolute crap, maybe Fear isn’t making me *as* mad as it should because it’s not Negan and Rick? But it’s still kind of shitty, I won’t lie. I think the thing Fear always had going for it was a super cohesive group, even when the group wasn’t together? And now… well, you know.
JAHA, my darling, how are we supposed to go on? I mean- okay, it wasn’t Lincoln-level tragic, but still. I hope that whoever stabbed him was in that arena with Kara though (because they’d be dead). I have to process Kara still, speaking off. I am just not sure with this one. Also WHERE is the cannibalism!? I have so many thoughts about this episode, I actually wrote down a bunch of shit as soon as I finished last night and I NEVER do that! I hope to get the recap up soon so we can discuss ALL the things.
Oh no, I haven’t seen Clan of the Cave Bear, but I have heard of the book. Is it really bad? You should do a Movies That Suck about it!
HA, why am I not surprised that it was a girl? I mean, I know you told me last night but I wasn’t surprised then either ? I think you’re right, it’s definitely something nonsmokers don’t get (or at least I don’t?) though the having something to do makes some sense! Like I get the whole addiction thing of course, so it makes sense why you ended up doing after just casually smoking. It’s just never something that tempted me in the slightest I suppose. Though, it does help that most of my friends were swimmers too, so very few of them smoked, and the ones who did knew we’d not tolerate it hah. “Less civilized times”, so true hahah!
Handmaid’s was up again last night before The 100 but I was way too excited about The 100 to care. Maybe I’ll watch it tonight, but…. meh. And Riverdale I do have to catch up on, now I’m at least 2 behind. And Rain will be here like, in 24 hours I guess. And there;s a John Mullaney stand-up special I want to watch (he makes me laugh hah) and The Challenge. Seriously so many shows! I should look into The Terror too. And the one where Harper kills everyone ? Seriously 12 Monkeys sure is taking its time isn’t it? I looked, and got… well, nothing. Just “summer 2018” which frankly could be anytime between now and September.
Lol Spanish WAS hard, or at least I thought so. Although in all honesty I didn’t apply myself. Shocking I know. And 12 Angry Men I do not know- I should google it. It does sound like a classic. Like Cool Hand Luke. Who know what the fuck it’s about but it SOUNDS like one of THOSE movies doesn’t it? 🙂
The group on Fear IS more cohesive I think, because with the exception of Strand they’re all family? Madison and her brood and Ofelia’s family… and Strand is almost like found family now. But yes I have a bad feeling… I think Fear is gonna be much more like TWD with the storytelling gimmicks and the fuckery, whereas before even though it had some problems it wasn’t stupid like TWD? It’s funny, The 100 is getting off to an AMAZING start and Fear… not so much.
Yeah WHEN did Jaha get stabbed? Was it in that initial fight when they came to the sleeping quarters? That’s the only fight I can think of that he got in? If so it kinda sucks that some rando Grounder killed him, after all he’s been through. I felt the same way about Nick- after everything, some stupid little girls hoots him???? Ughh. And yes where is the cannibalism? No Jaha steak? I would have rather seen Jaha kick some ass in the arena! It seems rather anti-climactic…
I’ve never seen Clan so I don’t know, but from what I have seen I’m assuming… it’s not good?
Ha *shrugs* right? The things we do to impress a girl. 🙂 And yeah clearly it was dumb and if I had it to do over, I’d… well, I’d light up. Lol kidding!
Ooh 12 Monkeys- they ARE taking their sweet time. Although maybe it’s good since between The 100, Rain, Riverdale, maybe The Terror- there are a LOT of shows right now to keep track of. It might be nice if 12 Monekys comes along after some of these go on hiatus or whatever. Riverdale at least will be gone and The Terror possibly too, I think that one’s getting close to being done. Handmaid’s *sigh* I’ll get to. Stand-up is awesome, I’ll have top look up John Mullaney, and the Challenge too. I don’t know that one. I’m in my little genre bubble and a lot of popular shows I don’t even know!
Spanish IS hard because… well, we’re too used to speaking English basically. This professor I had said that we should all study abroad, that being immersed in the language is the only way to fully learn it. But like, that shit is expensive, but more importantly, I couldn’t miss swimming to go away ha. YES Google 12 Angry Men! It’s good, and I think in ways, ahead of its time. But also annoying because the jury is all white men, but that isn’t the movie’s fault, just society’s. I always assumed that Cool Hand Luke was some 80s teen movie haha- which it apparently clearly is not, as it’s from the 60s and stars Paul Newman hah.
Ah, but that’s just it- the Fear group WAS more cohesive, past tense, because now they killed 1/3 of the family and brought in 3982 new characters. WHich I get of course, they did need some new characters, but to lose SO many originals and then bring in so many new ones is… yeah, TWD. Which no. I think The 100 being so awesome is also making us super aware of the nonsense with Fear.
YEP he got stabbed in the sleeping quarters- some random Grounder did it. You can see blood spots on the blueprints he was looking at right after the attack. I think that the random Grounder thing was kind of annoying, but… better than someone else we care about have to be punished for it? Especially because it WAS his redemption. He saved everyone- including (actually, especially) the Grounders, which… is powerful. I actually really liked how the Jaha thing was handled! I mean- I do see what you’re saying about it being basically a lot quieter than whatever kind of fuckery is happening with Kane, but… I think it was really fitting. But I DO need cannibalism. Even if we’re not dining on Jaha, I need SOMEONE to be eating their friends, damn it. BUt yep, Nick’s death might have been the most bullshitty death on this show (including TWD) to date. Because it was stupid, and sudden, and it didn’t make sense even in context. Like Glenn’s was more bullshitty of course but at least it made sense in the story?
Googled Clan of the Cave Bear too and yikes, you are not wrong. The book seems to have really good reviews, but the movie… yeah no. And just looking at stills… that would be one hell of a Movies That Suck ?
HA! I mean, I have to admit I’ve not really done anything ever to impress a girl, so. 😀 I’m trying to think if I ever did anything stupid to impress a boy and still I don’t think so? I was probably busy being too scared to even speak hahah. I suppose if smoking was the dumbest thing, then you’re probably okay!
I actually agree about 12 Monkeys- I can’t handle any more new stuff at the moment! I have no time left. And I feel like I am starting to judge them all in comparison to each other? So I basically only like The 100 at this point, oops. I haven’t gotten to Handmaid’s yet, I got tired and actually went to bed at a normal-ish time, which is not fun. The Terror… I am still on the fence about. I like the historical bit, and the horror bit, but is this monster like… supposed to be in the same category as Loch Ness or something? Because Idk if I am buying that. If you like stand-up I think you’d like John Mulaney! AH, I think I have told you about The Challenge before and I pretty much can guarantee you’d hate it- it was, back in the day, The Real World/Road Rules Challenge, but now they grab people from others shows and such, and it is such garbage TV and I don’t even care I’ve been watching it for 20 years ?
Plus I never WANTED to learn Spanish, if we’re being truthful? Like it’s required so okay I sign up, but I could give a shit you know? And that’s probably true about immersion. the best way. Although frankly if I was a swimmer that would probably be higher priority for me too! And Cool Hand Luke *rolls eyes* yeah I can safely say my life feels okay if I never see it. Ha 60’s movies *snort*
True, true. and sad. They should have picked up right after the dam, and dammit Morgan walking all the way from VA is bullshit. I mean, why? It’s all artificially shoehorned in because that’s what their dumb plot requires, not because it makes sense for the characters. I mean Morgan was a pain in the ass on TWD, he had this whole group that stood by him but NO he had to go on walkabout across the damn country, and then meets Nick and loves the guy in like one episode. I am SO calling bullshit on that!
Nick’s death was crap. Agreed. And I see what you’re saying about Jaha, I still think it was a bit anti climactic considering I was expecting him to go out as a food source or in some blaze of glory/ rebellion, but… his sacrifice was still noble. I just don’t like that some asshole rando Grounder did it, but whatevs.
But he did redeem himself, agreed, especially after pitching that poor guy overboard lol!
Agreed, hmm. And dAryl Hannah was in it… probably not her best outing. 🙂
You haven’t?? Come on… clearly my late teens/ earl;y 20’s were a little more questionable in terms of life choices, but at least you can look back without too much embarrassment? Cause yeah I would change a few things ha ha… although I guess I can say I learned from some of the silliness??!?
Right. My brain might ‘splode. I’ve been trying to go to bed earlier too with mixed results. Like yesterday I got SO tired I could barely function- clearly my sleeping habits were catching up to me, so I get it. I was nodding off everywhere. But The Terror I think I’m gonna try tonight, I bought the first episode so… I guess I’ll see? And I’ll let you know what it’s like! The monster thing is iffy… if it’s some cool Inuit type folklore monster it might be cool, but I don’t know if they’re going that route. I saw something about a mysterious Inuit woman who knows more about the monster, so hopefully they’re going that angle. Oh and the Challenge has been on for 20 years? Wow…
Oooh see- I DO wish I could learn Spanish? Or like, any language really. I think it would be a useful skill, to be able to communicate with more people. But as it turns out, my brain disagrees. Like I did really well in high school Spanish- I am an awesome memorizer and that is basically all basic language learning is. But what happened was, in college, it was all conversational. And for the life of me, I had NO IDEA what anyone was saying. It was like my mind took too long to translate it and by the time it did, they were onto the next phrase. And that is when I realized, shit, I don’t want to spend my entire adult life trying to figure out what the fuck everyone is trying to say, screw that! Oh I am VERY okay with never seeing Cool Hand Luke (or even knowing what it is about, frankly).
Right, why didn’t it pick up with Madison on that beach!? It was the perfect segue into a new season, Madison having to find her fam again, dealing with the strangers, etc. But instead, everyone’s just happy as can be in a stadium?! Um, HOW!? Where’s Daniel? Why does no one talk about Nick blowing himself up? And the Morgan thing IS bullshit. I guess it was supposed to be like- Morgan had to kill to save his people again, and he didn’t like that, so he left. But ummm then he just found MORE people, so how exactly is THAT going to help?! I think more than Morgan loving Nick, I think he saw something of himself in Nick? And therefore was drawn to him? But then if you wanted to show that relationship, have it last for MORE THAN 10 MINUTES. Because I didn’t care from a Morgan perspective, because he’d just met Nick!
Nick’s death was dumb and a waste. I might always be mad about it tbh. Jaha… I suppose we’ll have to disagree on this one 😀 I rewatched it last night (because of course I did) and I find it even better that he tried to pretend he was fine- like sometimes Jaha can be a little… self-absorbed but he very much wasn’t in this case I thought. And as much as I thought I wanted it, it turns out that I am glad that no one ate Jaha- actually though, we don’t *know* that they didn’t eat him, they could have, they could show that next time! HA poor Sea Monster Snack guy! Hope Jaha doesn’t run into him in the afterlife ?
Oh wow, they actually got legit actors to star in that mess!? The “special effects” look like they’re from 1923!
See, no- because you don’t have regrets, you know? I, meanwhile, am haunted by all the ghosts of my “what-ifs”, and I think that is worse. Because you can chalk it up to being young and ridiculous, but at least you tried, put yourself out there? So sure, I didn’t generally embarrass myself (though other people sometimes did for me so that’s fun) but I am mad at Past Shannon for like, never having the guts to do anything about anything.
HA same, same! I have been SO tired! Like two nights ago, I went to sleep at midnight which is crazy for me, but then last night, even though I was SO tired, I tossed and turned until about 3 which was annoying. I watched Handmaid’s 3, so I am mostly caught up on everything except Riverdale which who even cares. Ooooh the Inuit thing does sound kind of fun! Definitely let me know how it is! If it’s good I will try it! And YES- these people are now so old (obviously they have some new people too, but my fave is when the oldies come back) and it’s so fun. But it’s also trash hahah.
OH got an email that Rain was available! Let me know when you want to watch it 😀
I’m usually a good memorizer too (or was-who knows now??) but Spanish never worked for me. But again, I didn’t apply myself either so no surprise there. It kinda helps if you study. But yeah some movies I just don’t need to care about!
Right. I think you nailed what they were going for with Morgan/ Nick, but yeah- you gotta develop that, can’t do it in ten minutes! So goofy. and Daniel- not a sign! I think it’s rude to the audience to take weeks or months to show us what happened right after the dam- I mean a cliffhanger is bad enough, but then you don’t even resolve the cliffhanger!!!!!
Yeah Jaha went out in a noble way. Hard to imagine the same guy that chucked the kid overboard, but then Jaha always was kind of an enigma. Or maybe that was a writing mistake because would Jaha really do that? Well yeah he floated people so sure… that’s why I go back and forth on him. I like the guy now sometimes but then some of that ruthless stuff he did gives me pause. And in my personal headcanon they fried Jaha up and had a little snack, because… rations you know. Okay I’m kidding, he deserves better than to be cannibalized I suppose. 🙂
I know?
Aww well you were being you, and frankly putting yourself out there can not always be good ha ha? I mean I screwed some things up. I have regrets too for sure. But I know what you mean. some things I AM glad I did, even though they were questionable? So yeah…
Riverdale lol. I have to MAKE myself catch up, now that The Rain is out to even further monopolize my viewing. And The Terror which frankly I like, although it’s early days. So yeah let me know what you think of the Terror! And how are you finding Handmaids so far??
Oh right, my memory now is actual garbage. I mean- I guess I can still memorize shit short term, which is a handy skill, but trying to remember anything else? Nope. (Unless it’s from The 100, guess I can memorize that stuff hahha.) Wait studying?! No, that isn’t ever going to happen. I used to think that people were joking about studying- like you see in shows and movies all these people in high school and college and such, at the library all hours, and I still don’t get it- do people actually DO that? I never once went to my library at college, and it’s a good thing because someone was robbed at gunpoint there!
And I think you’re right about not caring about some movies- that is actually my relationship with 99% of movies, it turns out 😀
EXACTLY like okay, fine that I know what they’re *trying* to do, but it’s still cheap as hell when they cram it into one little scene. And I still then don’t care because how could I feel anything? Nick and Morgan met ONE TIME FFS! Yessss, exactly- you have to actually deal with the cliffhanger- especially one THAT explosive (oh dear, no pun intended but that would have been such a bad one ?). And then Daniel is just… not a thing? Why do they keep doing this with Daniel, anyway? Because we don’t even really care that much.
Jaha really WAS an enigma. I think he changed a lot, including a lot of uncertainty of what he thought was right? He didn’t always know what was best, and I think that showed. But I also think he kind of… forced himself to pretend to be the consummate leader, even when he probably should have taken a step back, and I think that’s where we see his S2-S3 behavior. Where Kane paused and adapted to the situation, Jaha just pushed ahead doing whatever, and it ended up hurting his people. Even in stealing the bunker, he rushed ahead without thinking of the longer term consequences. But I think that in the bunker, with all that time to reflect (and another child to care for), he finally started to see what he needed to do, and I find that a really fitting end. And I mean, maybe he’d want to have been eaten! You know, give Ethan another meal? I like that Abby was already hinting at cannibalism too- I will be kind of pissed if it doesn’t happen at this point!
Oh no, putting yourself out there SUCKS. There’s nothing but heartache and rejection, and look at me being a complete pessimist ? But I mean- it’s the whole “you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” kind of argument. Like, which is better, feeling silly but having a sure answer, or sitting around wondering what could have happened? Idk, maybe neither are better? Maybe it’s all just the worst. (Seriously, suuuuuuper upbeat today, I am.)
UGH Riverdale. I don’t wanna. I mean, I guess I do, but… no actually, I don’t. But I will. Eventually. I do want to try The Terror. I should see if AMC has it on their site. Ooooh it is! Maybe I’ll try that if I have time. Handmaid’s is… I don’t know. I have mixed feelings. Like, I kind of feel that chunks of the first 3 episodes were wasted? And then a thing happened that I KNEW was going to happen and that was annoying. But there is some good stuff too, like June’s mom, and Ofglen’s story and such. So… mixed bag so far for me, but it’s still good of course. I suppose nothing can live up to The 100, is the problem!
I never studied much either. Imagine what I could have accomplished if I had! But someone was robbed at yours? Yeesh.
Yeah that’s right you’re not a huge movie fan, right? It’s funny, I’m not as much anymore, I mean I still like movies but when I was younger I’d go all the time, and now… well if not for Netflix I’d hardly see anything! All the shows have taken over…
explosive ha ha. Nice. Yeah I don’t care much about Daniel, but it’s still insulting to viewers to just tell us NOTHING. I mean it appears he was gonna survive, and now… nada.
“give Ethan another meal” *snort* love it. Yeah you might be right, he would want to be food if it would help his people! And he did seem to really be caring for Ethan, so there’s that. After Wells he had love to give I suppose. And wow you said that quite eloquently! If Jaha ever needs an advocate I think you’re the person. 🙂 But in all seriousness I think you’re right too!
Hey you need a pick me up. 🙂 Hopefully The Rain will do the trick! Although rain is not usually a pick me up, but since this rain is part of a dystopian nightmare that’s always good right? Ha ha and look at me multitasking- I’m replying to this AND watching it. But seriosuly- I’m liking this show. Even if a virus transmitted by rain is kinda… fuckery.
AMC has the Terror? Yesss! And here I bought the first episode (ooops). But interesting about Handmaid’s… I’m gonna have to dive in at some point.
I stand firm in my belief that things worked out better sans studying. I was also one of those people who never “checked over” test answers and I was so freaked out because I was always done first- but then I realized that second guessing every answer was dumb. So I handed my shit in, because why drive myself crazy? Ah yeah, well, the town that my college was in was REALLY rough. A lot of crime. And of course, the internet was pretty new back then so you couldn’t just Google the town to get all the info. Cause the campus looks nice, but if you step foot an inch outside… good luck! There were also murders! Of students! I assume your school was… safer? ?
I mean- the thing is, I like movies most of the time when I actually make myself watch them, I just have absolutely no motivation to start them most of the time. Shows are just more fun because you get to be in the world for longer, stay with the same characters, etc.
Oh same, the show isn’t like, worse without Daniel, but it’s stupid that we have no idea what happened. Or to anyone else, for that matter. I mean, we know they’re alive, but we don’t know why or how. I swear if tonight’s episode sucks too… ugh. There’s a waterpark trailer out there so I guess we get to see that? But I also saw a clip of Madison and like, shouldn’t she be sad or something? OH and did you see that TWD is filming again? I am sending them non-suck vibes.
I feel like I should teach a class in defense of Jaha. At the very least, pen some kind of pamphlet? Honestly there is no character on The 100 that I didn’t see SOME kind of humanity in. And Jaha wasn’t even close to the worst. But yeah, he did really care about Ethan. And Zoran. I think you’re right about the Wells thing, it was like these surrogate sons. I even think that’s what he saw Murphy as. He wanted to save Murphy like he couldn’t save Wells.
Actually The Rain DID cheer me up, odd as that is hahha. It’s a fun show, I am actually kind of sad that we’re almost done already! Hopefully it’ll get picked up for a second season though, apparently it’s doing pretty well. I am VERY impressed that you watched AND commented, I don’t even think I could do that- actually, I know I couldn’t, I’d forget about one of the things. The last episode we watched was SO good- the whole cannibalism bit really took it up a notch. OH and how excited are you that I was right about the dad starting the damn thing!? Maybe not as excited as I am haha but still! I still can’t believe they ate Karen, what even!? I felt so bad for Lea- seeing their backstories is actually a really perfect way to get us to like the characters, and to know them better. That scene was awful though, at the party- and worse as a parent, don’t you think? Like it’s horrible on ANY human level, but thinking about it from a parent’s perspective is like an actual gut punch. OH and Jean isn’t dead, right? I feel like they wouldn’t have killed him offscreen?
Well- I think you have to log in to watch it, so you’d have had to buy it anyway! I actually started it last night, but then I wanted to finish Cait’s book before The Rain, so I stopped. You really should watch Handmaid’s soon… in large part because I want to know what you think about it and we can discuss it if you watch it! 😀
So you were one of THOSE people lol? Always first done. 🙂 Although yeah sometimes I was too, although I’d wait so as not to be the first one to walk up there. You know, school stuff. Murders of students? Yikes that does sound rough. But hey what can you do? Our town wasn’t too bad but it was also the kind of town where you didn’t go on the east side at night if you’re white. I mean you could but you might get shot? So… although the college I went to wasn’t in a bad area so it was mostly okay.
I agree about shows, I’ve done a total 180. I mean I used to prefer movies by far, hated television basically, but now with this golden age of genre we’re in, TV is way better. I mean almost all my fandoms right now are shows????
I need to see Fear, still haven’t. I need to watch it and Riverdale and The Terror lol… sigh. But TWD I might actually be done with. Like seriously this season how much screen time did Daryl and carol get? I don’t watch the show for garbage people and fucking Eugene and whatnot- it seems like a good point to break off now that Negan is more or less resolved. I mean I’m just kinda done, unless they really turn things around?
You might be right about Jaha and Murphy. That was a nice arc.
Clearly we’re done with The Rain now ha ha and yes after Dark this might be the show I would most want to get a S2. Would definitely watch! And good call on the dad! I suspected him a little but you had him pegged. He was trash. They didn’t accomplish much except getting Rasmus contagious so their squad goals need work, but what can you do when your own skeev-ass dad betrays you? Yeesh.
Ooh how is Cait’s book? And have you watched any more of The Terror? You’re right though, I do need to watch Handmaid’s. I’m seriously overwhelmed w/ TV right now !!!
YES I was one of those people hahaha. I used to wait too though! But only in classes where the teachers didn’t let you do other shit when you were done- in the classes where you could do other stuff, I handed it in because screw that. Though the “looks” were always super fun. Yeah see ALL of Chester sounds like the east side of your college’s town ? Like if you stepped off campus, good luck, but then toward the end even ON campus was sketchy (as verified by the murders- there were two- and armed robberies)
I was never a big movie person actually. I think because they’re over so soon and then that’s it, it’s hard for me to get invested in them. Also, you’re supposed to be quiet in movies but I much rather discuss the thing in question, so that’s hard when I have to hold my thoughts for 2 hours hahha.
I read a really good recap of Fear where they basically SLAMMED it for being shitty and I was so happy that they agreed with me. (Though they liked the first three episodes because apparently they don’t watch good stuff like The 100 hahah) Oh my goodness, done forever with TWD!? Not even going to give the new showrunners a chance? That, to me, is the one saving grace- it might be worth giving a fresh group another chance. But I feel you. It definitely hasn’t been going great. Eugene, ugh, how is he even happening? Maybe he won’t be next season, since his whole arc is sort of over? And Negan…. well, he’ll still be around of course, ugh. I haven’t watched Riverdale in weeks either!
I agree! I did like Dark a bit more, but I really enjoyed The Rain too! The dad just seemed like the worst- especially because he never even came back to check, how could a decent dad not even check on his damn kids? Like they were old enough, especially SImone, he could have just told her the truth! Such garbage he was. Hopefully someone kills him next season. And the guy in The Living Sea. (Also I just googled it, and do you know that The Living Sea is NOT a thing anymore!? Wow, sad.)
Cait’s book was REALLY good! And a quick read too. I haven’t watched any more of The Terror, because I am also overwhelmed with shows! I haven’t watched Handmaid’s yet, nor have I watched Timeless from this week OR The Challenge. And instead of watching ANY of those, I’m probably just going to rewatch The 100 hahha. Oops?
Yeah people would get pissed off if you were smart or finished quick… it’s like more socially acceptable to be dumb in this country? What is that, and is it any wonder we ended up w/ Trump? Although there were a few times when I was unprepared and someone finished quick and I was like fuck you asshole. Ha ha kidding! Maybe. Oh and Chester does sound kinda like my hometown of Saginaw, which apparently is where Zeke is from 🙂 It has become rather downtrodden in terms of jobs/ financial well being… but yeah the east side was always no-go.
Ha ha see I liked movies better cause some could be R. And TV irritated me because laugh tracks and the short duration. But now TV shows can be as free as movies, content wise, and with all the great shows now Im like eff the movies! Al hail Netflix of course!!
TWD I’ll probably watch when the time comes- it’s one thing to say it now but when it’s back I’ll probably grudgingly tune in, you know? But I’ll have it on a short chain. 🙂 And Fear I STILL haven’t watched, I’m trying to curtail my streaming expenditures cause I buy a LOT of episodes, but it’s bugging me I haven’t seen it. And yeah it’s hit or miss- I actually like the new characters but hate the dam aftermath is still not resolved…
Dark was awesome. I love all the twistiness of it, and Requiem was good too, but Dark was awesome. And The Rain was surprisingly good! The bad news is one of these shows we try is gonna end up sucking lol. But we’re doing pretty good so far! Wait- where did The Living Sea go? Noooooooooooooooooo
Oh that’s good to hear. So happy for her! One of our own gets her baby out there. 🙂 Timeless- shit I forgot about that! And I saw someone mention the other day on Twitter how awesome it was and I was like- oh yeah. So many damn shows! But the 100 is good choice because awesomeness. Seriously they are killing it this season. I was on the edgea my seat.
Seriously, that is such a good point! Why is being dumb supposed to be good? My high school wasn’t really like that luckily, maybe because it was a private school? Idk, but in college people were like that which was confusing because shouldn’t everyone be more… mature at that point? But that’s the thing- even if I was completely unprepared, it still only took me a short amount of time. I mean, if I didnt know it I wasn’t going to suddenly learn it while sitting there, right? So I was done early no matter what the situation hahah. Chester is awful- it’s like, outside of Philly, but there are literally NO nicer areas? It’s just… all garbage. At least Saginaw has Zeke, and Zeke is good, albeit fictional, people. It is sad though when that happens to a town- a lot of towns around here have ended up the same way- it was like, tons of elderly people who all died off and then slumlords took over and now it’s a giant cesspool.
HA you were just hoping to catch some boobs or something, not watch the movie OR the TV show! ? The laugh tracks were really dumb. I watched something once where they eliminated the laugh track though and it was kind of creepy and unfunny so… maybe it was the right call actually.
Yeah I think that is probably how TWD will go, that makes sense. I mean- you don’t want to keep wasting your time (and money!) if it sucks, and it isn’t like they’re going to end it anytime soon. I have to ask, speaking of money- is it actually cheaper to buy the shows individually? It kind of seems like it would add up REALLY quickly? At $2+tax a pop… yikes. ANYWAY the more I think about Fear, the more annoyed I am. There is a “twist” but you know that the twist won’t actually BE what it is pretending to be? Like it’s super obvious. And I DO like the new characters but none of what happened in this last episode made ANY of the characters develop in any way. Regression, sure.
YEP I totally agree! I loved Dark! And I liked Requiem too, but Dark for me was a lot better. I loved the multiple timelines and all the ridiculous drama hahha. The Rain, I was kind of surprised at how much I ended up liking it too- especially because I wanted more nonsense in a bunker than we got ? And UGH one of them IS going to suck one of these days, I am afraid. Speaking of, we have nothing lined up, do we? The Living Sea… Idk, it was rebranded apparently into some kind of Finding Nemo exhibit which… sorry, no one asked for that to happen.
I am really happy for her too- and honestly she deserves it. Like, I remember before she got her book deal, and I had read one of her books and thought it was REALLY well done- and especially well written- and then I’d read some nonsense from a big publisher and be like “but no, how has Cait not been given a deal yet!?” and sure I am probably a little biased but also not because her writing is good! Timeless- it’s funny because there are SO many things that do require suspension of disbelief, but it’s also really addicting? Like it’s not the most realistic show out there but it’s also really fun. AGREED about The 100. I am trying to write a recap but Idk if I can even do it justice?
See in my school and growing up it was cooler to be dumb… or maybe not dumb, that’s not the right word, but the smart kids were picked on or whatever. If you anted to be popular or cool you didn’t advertise being smart or geeky, right? That’s always bugged me because the smart kids shouldn’t have to be ashamed of being smart. Maybe my school was wrose than some because I know others have said their school wasn’t that bad- someone had a discussion post once on cliques or something- wish I could remember. Anyway… yeah Saginaw is pretty much a dump now. I had a chance to move back a few years ago for a job and I was like, no. I’m good ha ha
Right? Seriously though I don’t think it was that so much… well maybe a little since I WAS a teenage guy- but for me it was more just that everything didn’t have to be like PG rated, like language wise and themes and stuff? It just felt more adult and realistic if there was swearing a bit more violence or rough situations? Not sure what says about me lol.
It DOES add up quickly, at $2 a pop. That’s partly why I’m cutting back a bit. I realized I was just buying shows whenever I wanted and when I saw what I was paying Amazon for episodes… yikes. I need to get back on Hulu since they might have some of the shows I end up buying? I should really look. And if I AM gonna buy em, it’s probably a smidgen cheaper to just buy the whole season, but I’ve never done that for whatever reason. I should look into. Having said all that tho, I DO want to keep up up on Fear since I like talking about it and I do like the show.
I don’t think we DO have anything lined up, although I was moderately curious about Hotel Beau Sejour? I honestly don’t know if it’s any good or not. You will hopefully watch the Chalet (ha ha) so we can discuss THAT one. I’m sure there are some good shows on Netflix we haven’t tried yet… I really want to get into The Terror too, I liked the first one. I’ve been watching a few older movies too for Movies That Suck, trying to build up a cushion… I started Creature from the Black LAgoon last night lol. Have you started anything good?
The 100 I SO wanted to talk about all the things, cause there is SO much happening, so I may word vomit all over your post when it goes up. I mean this season… and I am worried about Charmaine because she seems competent and efficient and I’m afraid she’ll cause all sorts of trouble for Bellarke. But… the odds will be improved when Bunkerkru digs out or however the fuck they get free. Some bloodthirsty grounders should even the odds a bit. 🙂
Oh EW that is seriously awful! In both elementary school/middle school (it was a public school) and high school, the coolest kids were also the smartest kids, so I guess I was lucky in that respect. Which is why I want to move back so my kids can hopefully go there too- it’s still supposedly really a good school district. Sad that my high school no longer exists thougH! HA I don’t blame you for not jumping at the chance to go back to Saginaw. Doesn’t sound appealing, that’s for sure. It’s sad how often this seems to happen to towns these days.
Ha, I mean, I think every teenager is low key hoping to see stuff they aren’t “supposed to”- especially in the pre-internet era! And no, I actually completely agree with yoU! It’s so dumb when people are like, killing each other, but calling the villain an idiot or a jerk because they can’t curse and such. And when EVERY scene has to fade to black… well come on, that’s not entertaining!
It does seem cheaper to buy the whole season, I am going to have to buy The 100 eventually because The CW only keeps the most recent 5, and it’s only $20 for the whole season in HD, but $3 per episode. And $18 for SD. I might actually buy the HD? Idkkk. But yeah, you really need to watch Fear because I want to talk about it! I’m about to just give you my cable login info hahah
Okay I am looking into Hotel Beau Sejour right now. Okay, it looks good! I was thinking of maybe doing 3% soon too, if you perhaps are interested? But yes, I am definitely game for Hotel Beau Sejour!! Annd yes, I DO need to watch The Chalet! I hope to get to it soon- maybe when one of our other shows has a break! I never finished the first episode of The Terror- I didn’t even watch enough to get a real opinion tbh. I haven’t started anything- I figured I’d just wait for whatever we watch next, and just catch up on all my other junk (which I did last night- I’m caught up on Timeless and The Challenge- Timeless is actually getting REALLY good and it’s on Hulu if you are interested). Creature From the Black Lagoon sounds… interesting ?
DUDE, I DMed you about Charmaine and you didn’t respond! But I am working on the post right now actually so you’ll be able to word vomit away soon! I still think that Charmaine is going to be very similar to Clarke- maybe more ruthless, but also not unfeeling. That said, she probably WILL cause all kinds of trouble for Bellarke, because like Clarke, she’s trying to save her people. Agreed about Bunkerkru- I think they finally get out in Pandora’s Box, so… on Tuesday!! And then they head toward Shallow Valley, eep!
See that’s interesting and really cool, and I hope you DO get to send your kids to school there- sounds like a good district. I’ve heard other people say that too, so I’m really thinking my school system growing up was kinda… I don’t know, something. Maybe we just had a bunch of asshole kids or something! Well clearly we did.
Oh good ha ha! True, true. And yes bleeping out swear words while people get shot is silly! And right- having HBO as a teen was SO interesting! They played good movies back then though, not like the crap they have now…
Ok I will watch Fear this weekend, maybe today (I guess it’s Saturday lol)? Clearly we need to discuss so I better get on it! That and the next episode of The Terror I want to get to. I’m always a sucker for scary stuff set in the arctic or whatever- not even sure why- but the setting fascinates me. That’s the only reason I can think of why I’m so on about that show.
Ooh you’ love The Chalet- I think? It’s twisty and full of fuckery and… yeah. Nice to hear that Timeless is good! And yeah let’s start Hotel Beau sejour soon. I will try to get on Twitter so we can watch it… and 3% sounds good too!
Yikes sorry! I was on Twitter a few times today but not for very long each time- and my notifications are screwed up. I will try to get caught up tomorrow- I feel bad cause I have like tags and stuff I haven’t responded too, I went through my notifications today and there was like all this stuff from the last two days I missed, stuff I was tagged in or replies to tweets that I made, and I missed em. I’m a horrible Tweeter sometimes… and I see your post is up so I’m going over there next. 🙂 I think you’re right about Charmaine, and I want to like her, but… I’m not sure. I think you’re going to like her more than I will, but I could be wrong- it’s early, and she might win me over. A lot depends on if she’s just like the other prisoners only nicer, or of she’s more like Zeke and not an actual criminal. I think Jason’s trying to draw a parallel between the delinquents coming down and the Gagarin, but the kids were…well, kids, and the transport people are apparently mostly criminals and bad people. Although Jason may surprise me too. Are the Kodiak cryo-people just other prisoners that have been enhanced, or are they actually WORSE than Charmaine’s people? That’s what I’m pondering.
I do know other people who had schools like that. I think it is almost dumb luck, whether a school is full of assholes or not? Though maybe since your school didn’t even make you read classics, the kids were onto something ? Actually though my school was a bit elitist with stuff like that- like you got the side eye if you were not in advanced classes and such, so I guess it’s probably just different types of assholery?
YES I mean, if you can show me someone being shot, I’m probably not going to faint at the sound of “shit” or something. HA I imagine HBO was quite interesting! I had a few friends who had it, and it was definitely an experience. They did have much newer stuff then it seemed- and shows weren’t really a thing, were they? The first really popular show I remember them having was Sex and the City, which was a train wreck I could not turn away from haha.
Ohhh you MUST let me know when you watch Fear! I have Thoughts (and few are positive ha). The Terror, I agree, the setting is very cool (no pun intended) and I probably should keep watching it. But the sheer volume of shows, ugh. It might be easier to wait til it’s on Netflix or Hulu or whatever picks it up.
I *almost* started The Chalet last night but then Lena had a nightmare and my whole night was thrown off so… yeah. Hotel Beau Sejour sounds like a plan, just let me know when!
Twitter has been shitty with notifications lately- I didn’t realize that I hadn’t responded to someone until they DMed me again and I felt bad! But I mean, it happens! I honestly cannot imagine how many notifications you must have with all the tags! I mean, I am on Twitter a lot and I had more than 20 of them at one point. Actually I am horrible at regular Twitter, I just live in my DMs hah. Easier to avoid drama that way.
Um, of course I will like her more than you, I like EVERYONE, I am over here as the lead Jaha Sympathizer, remember? But then I will convince you to like Charmaine and it will be wonderful. My theory? Someone betrayed Charmaine (and probably the criminals in general, but definitely her the most) and that is why she killed them, more out of necessity? And now she is being ruthless, because she didn’t want to have that all be for nothing. Like- she’s never going to be as… Finn-like as Zeke. (Oh shit, is Zeke going to kill 18 Grounders?! Will Raven have to mercy kill him!?) She’s not that level of peaceful, but I also don’t think she kills for shits and giggles- she does it if she has to. Jason is definitely creating a parallel- the thing is, even though Prisonkru is tougher, so too are our plucky heroes who have now survived TWO apocalypses. And Skaikru has been on BOTH sides of the fence- as newcomer AND Grounder, so it should be interesting. So I think Kodiak and Company are worse than Charmaine’s people. I think Charmaine’s people are high key afraid of those guys. They basically are all violent criminals- and I think Charmaine picked the people who were actually smart and non-awful to be her team, and she didn’t seem to pick these people? That is my theory anyway!
Yeah I have serious reservations about the school I went to now when I look back at it. 🙂 And I think we did read SOME classics, just not… a lot? Or else I’ve forgotten a lot? But your point stands, because like we discussed when people talk about all the classics they had to read, I always think huh we didn’t lol. Not that much anyways.
Yeah HBO played more first run movies, I think? If I missed a movie seems like HBO would have it fairly quickly. Now they don’t seem to get anything. Also they played a lot of older classics- I don’t know how many times I saw Raiders of the Lost Ark on there, which is just one of those movies I can watch over and over. Last time I had HBO (for Game of Thrones) they didn;t have anything like that…
I still haven’t watched Fear (totalk fail). The plan was to watch it today but with my mom and everything I was gone longer than I planned, and literally did nothing on blog or online til like 8:00 or whatever. Hence now after 1 am I am still blog hopping and working on stuff. Argh. But… I bought it along with ep 3 of the Terror and am gonna watch it, so by tomorrow… i should be good 🙂 I am very curious to see what fuckery you are referring to ha ha!
How are you liking Chalet? Are you still on ep 1? And yes Hotel Beau Sejour we need to start this week!!!!!
I can see where DM’s are… safer ha. I saw several bloggers I follow embroiled in all kinds of mischief just scrolling through and I’m like fuck, I’m staying out of THAT. Sheesh.
I like your Charmaine theory. And if you can make me like her I will aplaud you, because I’m not feeling it nyet? But I have to admit I like her a bit and want her to succeed (please die McCreary). And you did get me to rewatch which resulted in my softening of attitudes towards Jaha, so… maybe I should not undrestimate your persuasive abilities. Hmmm.. . and could be about Kodiak too. I think you may be right… those guys might just be nutso killers.
I would actually like it if it turns out Charmaine WAS betrayed, and the ship[ captain we felt sorry for did do something bad. Make her a little more sympathetic…
TOMORROW!!!!!!!!
Yeah I feel like you’d at least remember them when they popped up in discussions, if nothing else? Like I couldn’t give you a list of what I read, but if someone mentioned a particular book I’d know if I “read” it or not hah. Though really, you are no worse off in life because of it, so how important is it all at the end of the day?
Yeah exactly, like, not immediately, but usually within a year or so HBO would have it. Sometimes even before you could get it on video tape or whatever! Cause I knew people who had HBO and would see movies before I was even able to rent them, so. I probably knew less about the classic ones, but I know they had some popular stuff- at least stuff that I could be jealous of hahha. And yeah, I remember when I was watching their free weekend on Hulu and I was like… you think I am going to PAY for this nonsense? I couldn’t find anything!
You STILL have not watched Fear!!? Oy. I am now two episodes ahead of you! I am confused about my thoughts because while NOTHING happened last night, I also loved the episode, much better than anything else this season? Also I freaking LOVE John Dorie, I need one of my own, how do I find one?
UGH yes I am still on episode 1, because I watched Fear instead last night hah. And tonight I am going to watch Timeless but I am going to TRY to finish the episode at least! Timeless is the finale though, and I am afraid of spoilers. YES we should watch that this week for sure- you know, after The 100. 😀
Wowww what kind of nonsense did they get themselves into!? I have seen so many different drama situations this week alone, it is crazy! And people will take offense to just about anything, so… better to avoid!
Apparently Raven and Murphy are going to find out more about Charmaine’s backstory this week, but it is NOT going to be pretty. I just think… Jason kept saying “at first” in regards to Eligius being vicious- I just think there is more to her. Because I also do NOT think there’s going to be more to McCreary, I think he is just a sociopath ha. He probably WILL die, or be a main villain, one of the two. But yeah, there’s more behind her story, no doubt. If I end up liking her, I will be persuasive- I mean, I have to convince you to like someone else since Jaha’s dead! Kodiak and his pals are definitely just psycho I think- maybe not ALL of them (there could be one or two non-psychos) but the majority I bet are the worst.
I think that is exactly what we need for Charmaine- to show WHY she became how she is, it would definitely make her more sympathetic. Especially if she was bullied by a bunch of men!
How is it tomorrow already, I am SO EXCITED!!
Very true, I may not be well read in the classics but who really cares, right? lol It’s not like I’ve ever been asked about in a job interview. 🙂
Exactly. They have gone so downhill, I wonder what people who subscribe actually watch???
You have me very curious now about the most recent episode! And thankfully I’m only one behind! Yeesh. I’m not sure how you acquire a Dorie lol but hopefully it doesn’t take a zombie apocalypse! And who knew he was gonna be such a cool character in that first episode when he was all talking to himself? I thought he was going to be annoying, but no. and TBH I like both him and Thea a lot, they’re grown on me! I could live with them integrating with the regular cast – you know, assuming the regular cast don’t all die like Nick!
Today is 100 day!! Yes we need to watch that first, obviously, and then start a new show. 🙂 And I need to catch u on Riverdale. Are you caught up on that??
I saw some of the drama over some YA book and how it should be categorized, and people getting testy about age ranges and how so-and-so should shut the fuck up etc. Okay I’m exaggerating a little but it looked like it might be heading that way! You’re right, there’s no upside to getting involved in THAT squawkfest.
Okay the challenge is on! Make Greg like Charmaine ha! I hope you’re right though, cause I WANT to like her? Kinda? Her and zeke (okay I already like him). In fact one wonders how he survived among that crew. But yeah… you might have to talk me into that one. 🙂
Is she the only female we’ve seen on the Eligius crew?
Exactly, unless your job is actually teaching classics… no one will ever care if you’ve read them. And honestly, if it WAS your job, that is what teacher’s guides are for, right? It’s like the bullshitty classes like calculus and statistics and such- let’s count the times I have used THAT nonsense since I finished school.
Yeah, I mean, paying that kind of money for one or two shows is pretty ridiculous. Just buy the shows. Wait- can you do that? Wow. Just looked it up and yes you can but holy shit- it’s $40 for one season of GoT, what the hell HBO!?
Did you watch it yet!?! I mean. It probably does take a zombie apocalypse tbh. Because… that is how life works? I agree, I was apathetic toward him during the first episode but then I started to like him and now I adore him. I like Thea too, though I wish we’d get more from her than “FILM EVERYTHING” like okay, I get it. HA maybe that’s it, they all jump ship and it’s just Morgan and the newbies! I am… oddly okay with that at this point? But then Daniel will pop in from the dam storyline (which I typed first as “damn storyline” which, actually yes that too) about 3 seasons later, and throw everything off.
YES The 100 yayyyy! I am so excited! And yes, then start a new show for sure! I need to catch up on Riverdale too, but I am so unmotivated.
Ohh yes, I saw that one too! And then apparently it turned into some kind of battle about some people trying to negate the author being a WOC, and yeah, like…. why was ANY of that necessary? Especially since the author was just trying to categorize her own book because she was worried about younger readers being upset by the content. Like- why jump into something that has NOTHING to do with you? I’ll never understand.
YAY I hope I am not wrong about her too. Because that would be unfortunate. I already like Zeke too. Bet it takes the apocalypse to find one of him, too. I think that Zeke survived because he is kind of like Raven- too smart to leave behind? Because from the looks of it, the rest of Prisonkru isn’t exactly budding geniuses.
And no- there was that other woman who let Kodiak loose- the Wiki calls her “Rankin”. But it definitely looks like a vast majority men.
Game of Thrones isn’t even worth that, because all the pivotal scenes make it onto Youtube anyway. And $40 psssh show ain’t THAT good 🙂
I haven’t watched the most recent one yet. All I watched today was The 100. Maybe tomorrow (today? ergh). Yeah I agree about Thea- we need more from her than just documentary filmmaker. You know I don’t think we know anything about her really? But I think they’re gonna give us flashbacks on everyone, so this season will probably be the flashbacks and the glacially slow progress towards revenge on the Vultures. That’ll be it. This show is just like TWD now *wants to cry*
So the 100 clearly met expectations! This show is amazing. I didn’t like City of Light and Praimfaya as much, obviously, but S5 I LOVE! As good or better than S1 and S2. I like the timejump and never knew I would… and yes Riverdale! We both need to get caught up on that so we can snark it.
Yup.
The job ma be harder, as we discussed, after tonight’s episode getting me to like Char, but… I wonder if we’re gonna get a late redemption for her when we find out what really happened to Eligius III? We’re gonna get strung along on how ruthless she is and then watch- she’ll turn out to have lost her family or something horrible and her actions will make more sense? I do hope they give her nuance. I’d love to see her eventually become part of Clarkekru. And hey I like Echo now so it’s not impossible right? Speaking of, where was Echo? And Niylahhhh…….
The weird thing is, the DVD was only $30, so why pay even more just for streaming!? The only show I’d pay $40 for is The 100 hahah.
No no no no no. But actually yes you’re right as much as I don’t want you to be. Because that IS where they’re heading. I think you’re correct about just flashbacks and a Vultures intro, ughhh. Because it took what, 5 episodes to know basically anything about John Dorie, then we’ll wait another several before we know more about Thea than “oh hai camera”, and then Daniel will pop in and we’ll have to flash back to THAT bullshit…. this whole season is just one big flashback and I am not here for that ughhh.
Seriously, S5 is KILLING it. I am so impressed. I did love Praimfaya though, but this is way more interesting- S5 is, so far, my fave! I never thought I’d like the timejump, but wow, it REALLY worked! Riverdale should be on Netflix pretty soon- it ends tonight, right? I think I’ll wait for it to be there mostly because I don’t want to be bothered with commercials. We DO need to snark though!
The Eligius III thing sounds really intriguing. I think it’s definitely going to be a big factor in someone’s story, might as well be Char’s! I think it probably will be something horrible- that scar on her neck isn’t fucking around. And she said she had to eliminate a fascist government so… Plus this show almost never makes any “big” villains just straight up bad.
I think Echo was with Marper and Emori and Madi in hiding? I am so glad she wasn’t there honestly. And NIYLAH, I am freaking scared for her- we saw glimpses at least of everyone else, but not Niylah. Think she’s dead?
Yeah it’s not even worth $30. :):))) Of course many would differ w/ me, but I’ve always been kinda ambivalent about the show.
Exactly. This is gonna be a cluster if they go that way. Sadly it appears they will. I want them to start over, at the dam, and proceed lol.
Yes the timejump- who knew we’d love it?? Gahh! I think 5 is my fave so far too! And yes I guess tonight is the finale for R’dale- I only know cause I saw on Twitter. Good- maybe I’ll wait for Netflix too. Maybe it’ll pop on as soon as next week???
True dat about the scar. Someone messed with her and maybe that’s why she’s with the criminals. They made sure we knew she was a SEAL so she was on the govt’s side, presumably, at some point. I bet the gov’t betrayed her and she said eff you and threw her lot in w/ McCreary’s dudes…
Yeah it was just weird not seeing the AT ALL. But they didn’t have time either, and there wasn’t much for them to do in hiding. Niylah though… agh she better not be dead!!!
Ha yeah no way I’d pay that much either, like maybe someday it will be streaming somewhere, and if not… eh.
YES can we have a redo? Just scratch these last 5 episodes (has it only been 5? I have no idea) and go back to the stupid water where we last saw Madison. Enough. Maybe if they can get their shit together, Frank will come back. (Even though I know you don’t care about Nick’s death ha.) I assume you still haven’t watched the newest one? 😀
Right!? Damn it Jason, proving my fears invalid! I think I did see somewhere that Riverdale wouold be on Netflix in May so… should be soon! I am just hoping to avoid spoilers, I keep seeing articles everywhere, it’s like a damn minefield. And I get bored with it when I have not been spoiled, so can you imagine? I’d just never watch it hah.
YEP I think the government probably betrayed her. President Roseanne Barr and Vice President Larry the Cable Guy probably killed her family or something in 2040, and so she went rogue. I have a feeling her backstory is really sad- I saw an interview where Jason said something about her being sympathetic too- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzBPW1UHzaA&list=LLh_wpa9BabX4D0TxMmDn94w&index=2&t=0s
Yeah I mean… I get that they couldn’t have had everyone in the mix, but they did keep panning to Jackson and such, even though he had literally nothing to do with anything… I am scared. But also no Ethan I don’t think? So maybe they’re okay. They’re at school! Niylah’s the Cult Schoolmarm!