Kyra Dawson ~ Eclectic Writer & Hopeful Philosopher Who Loves Movies, Reading & Exploring All Things Creative & Entertaining! “Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it.” ~ Goethe
Celebration of Light Grand Finale Fireworks_photo credit Tom Wiebe on Flickr_via Miss 604 dot com!
while listening to beautiful music, (this happens to be one of my most favorite pieces of music and one of my most favorite movies, A.I. . This was part of Spain’s music for the fireworks display. Click on the music link above to hear another favorite piece of music of mine that was also part of the display! And yes, you have seen the movie that made this piece of music famous — again. Nice pick for trailer music!)
suffered through a heat wave (we’re still suffering by the way!)
Said the Youngling to Me_Hey Mom we are roasting like a couple of chickens right?
— and let me tell you, Vancouver could be renamed Hades if it wasn’t so much fun — and visited the many spray and splash parks in Vancouver.
and tried to enjoy the now and quiet my busy, frazzled mind.
This is not a good look.
And now I am back.
Happiness is writing and it is who I am.
I hope you had a wonderful time while I was away, and if you haven’t manged to take a break, try and take one — even if it is a wee one — I know you deserve it!
Well, I’m back from a much needed vacation. I know you’ve been missing the TrueBlood posts. One coming this Sunday! In the mean time, I’m off to pick up a copy of Rolling Stone!
I was writing my recap/review/thoughts on tonight’s episode, and I don’t know if it’s my new commitment to being healthy, the summer heat, or the quiet solitude of inner reflection that’s caught hold of me of late, but this episode has stirred up much thought. Too much to write down tonight in a coherent and concise manner.
Rest assured, my thoughts will arrive on this blog in post haste because I need to write it. But for now, know this…if you are not watching TrueBlood, you need to be, because TV doesn’t get any better than this. This I promise you!
And yes, tonight’s episode was major! It definitely blew my mind and I just know that this episode is just preparing you for next week. This is a juggernaut show my friends. Here’s a sneak peek at next week’s episode thanks to the cool folks at TrueBlood’s Nest.
“Release the Kraken!” Oh, how I love it when Zeus says that. And yes, I have been accused of geekeryevery now and again, but believe me, there are far worse vices than love of mythology.
The Clash of the Titans reboot starring Sam Worthington as demigod Perseus, Liam Neeson as the mighty, philandering Zeus himself, Ralph“I love to play villains like Voldemort etc…”Fiennes as crusty old Hades, and last but not least, the gorgeous Gemma Arterton of Bond Girl fame as Io.
Blast from the past_Clash of the Titans 1981
I thoroughly enjoy men in skirts, and my DVD collection just would not be complete without the new and improved version of Clash of the Titans. I will place it right next to my old 1981 version. And for the record, I really enjoyed the remake. I thought it was slick and dazzling in all the right places. Despite the many nay sayers who liked to say, “BOO!”, I recommend it. You’ll learn a little about mythology if nothing else. And of course you’ll get to replay that line by Zeus, “Release the Kraken!” as many times as you want! Come on, admit it. You secretly love that line! I know I do!
Clash of the Titans is available practically everywhere today. Are you going to get a copy? Well, get Kraken!
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Tom Hardy as Eames in Inception is sitting pretty in Hollywood too!
Now, we all know that Leonardo DiCaprio has a home run with Inception, and was there ever any question? (But will it beat Avatar…..) Anyhoo, Leo D. is easily recognizable, as is Ellen Page — I mean after Juno, no one could utter the name Diablo Cody without the name Ellen Page being uttered within the same breath — and so is Joseph Gordon-Levitt (remember him on 3rd Rock from the Sun? Loved that show!) and Ken Watanabe (awesome in Memoirs of a Geisha and The Last Samurai, just to name a few). But let me ask you this, do you recognize Tom Hardy?
Well, if you’re like me, you may have had a little brain tickle when you saw his face, and his oddly intriguing, and endearing, slightly crooked of tooth grin. (When Winona Ryder rocked the overlapping front tooth, the masses called it a snaggle tooth. The media can be so mean to women. I, for one, loved her snaggle tooth! Believe me, I’ve seen snaggle teeth, and they aren’t cute like that…anyway, I digress…) You may even have sighed. But do you remember him? For about 30 seconds, my brain flipped quickly through my rolla-dex of men I’ve seen on screen before, and voila! Search villain category….have you guessed it yet? Being the smart and savvy readers that you are, of course you have.
Here is a Villain Extraordinaire I actually thoroughly enjoy remembering. He’s left an indelible mark on my mind for some reason. Is it Freudian or Jungian or some such? I have no clue, but I’m sure there is a reason Tom Hardy as this particular villain left such an impression on me. Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed Tom Hardy as Shinzon in Star Trek: Nemesis.
Shinzon_Tom Hardy in Star Trek Nemesis_What a villain!
Maybe it has something to do with the fact that I cut my own teeth on Star Trek….I’ve seen them all!
Blink and you’ll miss it, but here is Tom Hardy as snide Raumont in Marie Antoinette, directed by Sofia Coppola and a brilliant movie I might add! A must see!
Tom Hardy as Raumont in Marie Antoinette_The dandy on the right!
I told ya I seriously went to my rolla-dex on this one! It was hard to look away from Gerard Butler, Idris Elba and Thandie Newton in this movie, but I’ve got an eye! Here’s Tom Hardy as Handsome Bob playin’ it to the hilt in Guy Ritchie’s RocknRolla.
Tom Hardy as Handsome Bob in RocknRolla sure is handsome!
And of course, I have to mention his role in Inception. What do you think of him as Eames?
Tom Hardy as Eames in Inception_Move over Joseph!
What is your favorite Tom Hardy role? Well, I think you may know mine. The next movie I’m excited to see him in is Warrior, and let’s not forget Mad Max, of course. What side of Tom Hardy will we see next I wonder? Whatever side it is, I’m sure we’ll be entertained. (Did you think I was going to say his good side? )
Oh my Godric! Tonight’s episode was gooood! There was definitely “Trouble” with a capital T for a lot of the characters! Sookie, Alcide, Bill, Tara, Tommy. Gosh! Even Jesus’ interest in Lafayette has me skittish! Though I am happy as heck for Lafayette. He deserves some happiness in his life. Let’s hope it’s really something. Terry is another one I feel pangs for. I am so happy for him, but Arlene, you are fixin’ to break his heart. You may just break the man when it happens….and it will, because solid, lasting happiness seems fleeting for the residents of Bon Temps. Must be all the supernatural-ness in the air. It just seems to create drama (lucky for us Trubies though!).
BTW, Franklin, you are such a freak! But it’s all good, this is TrueBlood afterall, and being a wee bit (or majorly) unbalanced seems to be par for the course. Yet you are exceedingly good at your job! I must give you that.
And just what is up with the Mickens? What is Tommy hiding? Whatever it is, it’s sure to be shock worthy. Not shocking, however, is Jason’s habit of falling for the wrong women. Even when they admittedly have secrets they are unwilling to share with him, he just can’t help falling head over heels for ‘em.
Eric is so_________ I will let you finish that any way you want to!
Eric just keeps getting deeper and deeper. I love it, as Eric definitely is my favorite character. He is just so deliciously shameless and delectably jaded in so many ways. However, if I know anything, this is a sure sign of a character with a vulnerable heart, and we keep seeing tasty glimpses of it. He sure is taking his sweet time with Sookie, however.
One person not wasting any time is Tommy, making the moves on Jessica. I guess it can take less than 90 days, baby vamp J. And speaking of Jessica, she just keeps making me laugh with her antics. She seems to be getting on just fine on her own.
Sookie sure is fiesty, but Debbie looks like she can be rabid, so watch out Sookie. I don’t think even Bill can keep you safe. And Bill, I’m so glad you’ve stopped acting out of character, even if it was only long enough to warn Sookie. You’ve gained some redemption in my books….slightly. Unfortunately, it looks like you’ll be at the mercy of Lorena. Eric has some sort of agenda that may or may not have priority over his lust for Sookie, despite the heated flavor of his vampire fantasies. Looks to me like Talbot may be an unexpected tool in Eric’s arsenal. The Northman’s appeal seems to know no bounds.
So who will help Sookie now? Well, Alcide, it looks like she may be left in your very capable hands. You two just keep being thrown together. What an interesting foursome. Eric, Sookie, Bill and Alcide, oh my! Want to see something else interest peaking? Check out next week’s episode, compliments of TrueBlood-news.com!
~P.S.~ Things don’t look good for the Magistrate (he’s kind of a buzz kill, anyway. I won’t miss him!) or for Queen Sophie Ann. Can you say comeuppance? I just hope Pam makes it. I’m confident that Eric will make it in time, even if the king keeps putting him off. I can’t wait to find out what that power is that Sookie possesses. It’s amazing to everyone who sees it! Just what are you, Sookie? One thing’s for sure, TrueBlood doesn’t disappoint. It’s one show that always leaves you wanting more! Can’t wait until next week!
Now here is a little Canadiana for ya! I remember this little cartoon from way back when I was just a wee Scribe. I can remember always eagerly waiting for it and enjoying it every time with the same verve. So, I thought I would share it with you. The Log Driver’s Waltz is definitely an oldie but goodie. Hope you enjoy this Canadian Vignette! Thanks Candycane for stirring the memory!
Like Cesar Millan, I agree with spaying or neutering your pet. It’s part of being a responsible pet owner. Every second an animal is abandoned at an animal shelter because there aren’t enough forever homes for them. Every second.
Every year, animal shelters in the US euthanize nearly 4 million dogs and cats. In Canada, the number is nearly the same. That is approximately 8 million innocent lives lost, and that number only represents the deaths we are aware of. The actual number is probably much worse. Unwanted animals die from exposure, disease, starvation, poisoning, and even cruelty. It is not a fate that any living creature deserves.
So please, spay or neuter your pet. Don’t add to the number of lives lost. Help prevent it.
Yes, it’s sad, but true. Lindsay Lohan is going to jail. I feel bad for her, honestly, as a mom, I’d hoped she would have picked up her socks and cleaned up her act. Nobody wants to rejoice (usually) when it’s announced that somebody is trading in the stolen fur coats for not so lovely jailbird orange. I sure don’t. It’s very unfortunate and didn’t have to happen — or maybe it did. Maybe this was the only way she would wake up and realize she was throwing her young and “could be talented again” life away. Most likely LiLo won’t end up serving the full 90 days in the slammer. If she’s lucky, maybe she’ll get half that and some sort of community service. Who knows? However, based on the stunned reaction and futile ramblings of both Lindsand her lawyer after the judges verdict, I can only deduce that no one expected that Miss Lohan would end up behind bars. Stay strong Lindsay. It’ll be tough while you’re serving your sentence, but in the end, hopefully it’s the wake up call you so desperately need.
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