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Sketches of Life
The Ramblings of An Anonymous Scribbler
I can't stand to watch most Bollywood movies. A lot of it has to do with the seriously crappy acting, cheesy dialogues, campy melodrama and lack of logic. I know all that could be very amusing, but I just.can't.sit.throught.it!!! It's literally like nails on a chalkboard for me. It's one of the reasons I couldn't really watch Xena.
It's why I'm having a really, really hard time watching Merlin. I'm trying to catch up on the DVR'd episodes, and now I remember why I didn't bother downloading it when it originally aired after the first couple of episodes. I'm just sad to see Giles reduced to this. Oh, and Michelle Ryan sucks even on this show. Bionic Woman was doomed the moment she was cast in it.
It's why I'm having a really, really hard time watching Merlin. I'm trying to catch up on the DVR'd episodes, and now I remember why I didn't bother downloading it when it originally aired after the first couple of episodes. I'm just sad to see Giles reduced to this. Oh, and Michelle Ryan sucks even on this show. Bionic Woman was doomed the moment she was cast in it.
Pass the popcorn. This will be loads of fun to watch.Speculations are ranging from potentially huge upcoming scandal, to presidential bid. Andrea Mitchell on MSNBC saying that according to close Palin sources, she's quitting politics. Say it ain't so! That would break T's heart if her favorite girl quits.
I bought a hairband today. A couple of months ago, I gave in and bought a hair brush. I haven't had to own either for over 10 years!!! It's a weird feeling for me, getting used to this growing ... thing. I feel like I'm losing my identity and morphing into something quite unknown. The hairband was necessary to keep my hair out of my eyes at the gym. I was just so freaking tired of being half blinded by this thick curtain of unruly hair flopping infront of my face!
*sigh*
On the good news front, I've lost over 7 lbs since I started going to the gym and watching what I ate. I don't think I've been in this decent a shape for a few years. I'm fitting again into my size sixes (though still a touch strained). And my arms are actually showing some muscle tone. They've got a long way to go to get to Michelle O levels of hotness, but I see a glimmer in the dark. So, inspite of the fact that I am learning of the existence of hidden muscles in my body by the ache I feel in them, I'm a little bit proud of myself, and not avoiding looking at the mirror so much. The extra pounds show up very badly on my small frame, so it's good to feel them melting away. And my knee feels just a little stronger. So it's a win all around.
Except for the hair ... I'm still doubtful about that.
*sigh*
On the good news front, I've lost over 7 lbs since I started going to the gym and watching what I ate. I don't think I've been in this decent a shape for a few years. I'm fitting again into my size sixes (though still a touch strained). And my arms are actually showing some muscle tone. They've got a long way to go to get to Michelle O levels of hotness, but I see a glimmer in the dark. So, inspite of the fact that I am learning of the existence of hidden muscles in my body by the ache I feel in them, I'm a little bit proud of myself, and not avoiding looking at the mirror so much. The extra pounds show up very badly on my small frame, so it's good to feel them melting away. And my knee feels just a little stronger. So it's a win all around.
Except for the hair ... I'm still doubtful about that.
On ESPN at 2 pm est/1 pm central. It's starting half an hour earlier. I'm actually going to be able to watch it this time, which is probably not a good thing for USA's chances.
In other TV watching, how come no one told me that they were showing Merlin on NBC?
In other TV watching, how come no one told me that they were showing Merlin on NBC?
Almost forgot about this as I am out of home again! Maybe SA will give Brazil a nice fight. Here's hoping.
Drive by posting here from my Crackberry as I'm out of my apartment. So no pretty pictures, unfortunately. Feel free to make up for the lack in the comments.Hopefully, I'll be some place to catch some of it. I'm not sure yet who I'd be cheering for. Probably Spain, for the pretty.
Coming up at 2:30 pm est on ESPN:
Italy vs Brazil
AND
USA vs Egypt
Thanks to trancer for giving me a heads-up. I have some serious catching up to do on my shallow viewing. Not to mention my html skills, because my formating is all shot to hell ::grumbles::
Anyway, I want MANPILES!!!
Italy vs Brazil
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USA vs Egypt
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Thanks to trancer for giving me a heads-up. I have some serious catching up to do on my shallow viewing. Not to mention my html skills, because my formating is all shot to hell ::grumbles::
Anyway, I want MANPILES!!!
The violence is unprecedented. Pro-government militia and other paramilitary forces are cracking down brutally. It's hard to watch, and yet I can't stay away. There is a compelling urge to bear witness.
From Democracy2009 on twitter:
( WARNING!!! Extremely graphic!! Wounded girl bleeding to death in front of the camera. )
From Democracy2009 on twitter:
( WARNING!!! Extremely graphic!! Wounded girl bleeding to death in front of the camera. )
Vote Converter 2009
Ebay for the win!
Also, for those of you on twitter, if you're up to some fun Cyber warring, here's what you can do:
Iran Cyber War Guide
This is one fine way to fuel a revolution! From @persiankiwi :
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This stuff is absolutely fascinating to read, and practically real-time. I've been resisting twitter for a long time because of the crazy celeb and political inanities that seems to be pumped up on it, but I finally gave in because the whole Iran election coverage was just too much to resist. Look for the #Iranelection tag, if you're interested. I have my @lostingeekdom account, but haven't posted anything yet.
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This stuff is absolutely fascinating to read, and practically real-time. I've been resisting twitter for a long time because of the crazy celeb and political inanities that seems to be pumped up on it, but I finally gave in because the whole Iran election coverage was just too much to resist. Look for the #Iranelection tag, if you're interested. I have my @lostingeekdom account, but haven't posted anything yet.
Episode 8X06
So .. Lucas disappears for a couple of months by timeline, and suddenly Sara is all in love with Aitor???? WTF!! And DL is fine with his grandkid forgetting that she's ... um .. MARRIED???!!! WTFingF?? Sara Miranda is one of the most annoying tweener characters that I've ever seen. She pulls one stupid stunt after another, and she's still supposed to be everyone's darling.
It's a good thing LHDP is not a soap, because she has the makings of another Reva, a character everyone is apparently in love with for no discernable reason.
Also, not nearly enough Pepa-Silvia. There never is enough Pepa-Silvia. I can watch their scenes over and over again endlessly. They have such amazing chemistry, and make it all seem so natural. I can't even begin to express how great Laura Sanchez and Marian Aguilera are at portraying them. Hotness!
Oh, and Aitor, I hope you die already (or atleast, get seriously incapacitated) by that bullet in your ass.
So .. Lucas disappears for a couple of months by timeline, and suddenly Sara is all in love with Aitor???? WTF!! And DL is fine with his grandkid forgetting that she's ... um .. MARRIED???!!! WTFingF?? Sara Miranda is one of the most annoying tweener characters that I've ever seen. She pulls one stupid stunt after another, and she's still supposed to be everyone's darling.
It's a good thing LHDP is not a soap, because she has the makings of another Reva, a character everyone is apparently in love with for no discernable reason.
Also, not nearly enough Pepa-Silvia. There never is enough Pepa-Silvia. I can watch their scenes over and over again endlessly. They have such amazing chemistry, and make it all seem so natural. I can't even begin to express how great Laura Sanchez and Marian Aguilera are at portraying them. Hotness!
Oh, and Aitor, I hope you die already (or atleast, get seriously incapacitated) by that bullet in your ass.
In case you haven't heard yet, final SVU drinking game tonight, at Casa ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif)
cabenson .
Bring on the booze and the snark.
cabenson . Bring on the booze and the snark.
Whiny, useless, spineless character played by an amazingly annoying actress. Other than that, Medieval Times was loads of campy fun! But dammitt, I wanted to see Xena there, kicking ass and taking names.
Really? Natalia? You want to talk about Frank when Olivia is giving you the holyfuckmeltyourboots sex eyes!!!??? Good God, that woman can turn my TV to smoke! With no freaking effort! I can hardly wait for tomorrow's episode.
Fleetwood Mac are playing at the Qwest Center on the 7th, and I just got my tickets! I'm excited, people! Practically jumping-out-of-my-skin excited about it. The only sad part is that they may not be playing 'Songbird' or any other Christine McVie songs :( Anyway, I'll be prepping myself up by going through their albums for the rest of this week!
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