Yet another birthday. *hides* I’ve finally hit the second part of my 20’s. EEK.
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happy birthday to me
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yay supernatural!
Holy back pain. I can barely concentrate on anything because it hurts for me to sit up or stand straight. I even spent most of the weekend in bed. I suppose I should go to the doctor. *wibble* 🙁
So, some good news — Supernatural has been picked up for a full season! Ahhh, TV never fails to make me feel better. At least I’ll have something good to watch on Tuesdays since Gilmore Girls is completely failing to deliver.
I feel like I’m always playing TV catch-up, lol (possible spoilers)…
Alias 5.02, … 1 …
It’s just not the same anymore. Weiss (possibly?) leaving is the last straw. Plus, there’s just too many newbies and they don’t interest me when there’s still lots of stories to tell about Sloane, Marshall, Nadia, etc (ie. the characters *already* on the show). At least the credits are new! (I love opening credits, I’m a dork). And they feature cast members other than Jennifer Garner! Awww. Not that I don’t love JG but, you know.
One Tree Hill 3.01, Like You Like An Arsonist
OMG, Nathan and Haley have killed me dead. That’s why I fell in love with them in s1. All their scenes were just so beautiful and angsty. OMGILOVETHEMSO. The scene where Haley goes over to Nathan’s bedroom and they say “Always and Forever” to each other is THE BEST EVER. Guh. As for the rest — I don’t care for Brooke/Lucas and I care even less about Peyton’s mom (and I normally love Peyton). On a shallow note, I don’t like Sophia’s bangs (AT. ALL) nor do I like BJL’s blonde hair (I know it’s her natural hair color but the brown hair from s1 was quintessential Haley). But I do love Hilarie’s new hair… much prettier than the curls. Oh, and just for the record, my money’s on Keith or Andy as the arsonist.
Related 1.01, Moving In, Moving Out, Moving On
Cute. Weak storylines, though. Especially for the youngest sister… college student who just dropped pre-med for the experimental art program. How original. I don’t know if this show will last, though — it has tough competition on Wednesdays (Lost, VM). But at least I know who Callum Blue is now! 🙂
Grey’s Anatomy 2.03, Make Me Lose Control
Ok. So maybe I’m warming up to Alex and Izzie. Damn it. I broke too easily. But maybe a relationship between them will give Izzie more screen time. I feel like she’s the character that gets shafted so we don’t know anything about her. 🙁 I want to see more Izzie! But OMG did Cristina/Burke tear my heart to pieces. I just about died when Burke was looking at the surgery board and realizing that Cristina was pregnant. And then when he got choked up as he was talking to his patient about a “broken heart.” *sniff* Gawd, Isaiah Washington is so good. This storyline definitely trumps the Meredith/Derek/Addison drama. So does anyone else think that there was something going on between Ellis Grey and the Chief back in the day? Hmmm.
Squee, my Veronica Mars DVDs have shipped! YAY!
music post!
I really really want to go to Disneyland. When I was still in elementary school, I went to Disneyland every year for my birthday with my parents. I guess I’m just feeling nostalgic. Plus, I’ve heard Space Mountain is open again! I LOVE Space Mountain. It’s my all-time favorite ride ever. Hmmm. Maybe for Christmas…
I’ve discovered lots of great artists and songs from all of you so I thought I would return the favor and upload some of my current “songs of the moment.” 🙂
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Black Eyes Peas – Don’t Lie
Black Eyes Peas – Gone Going
Black Eyes Peas – My Style (with Justin Timberlake!)
Death Cab For Cutie – What Sara Said
Imogen Heap – Hide and Seek
Jack Johnson – Better Together (if I ever get married, I want this song to be a part of my wedding somehow)
Jack Johnson – Banana Pancakes (Yum, reminds me of Hawaii)
James Blunt – Tears and Rain (Many thanks to Barry for reccing him in the first place!)
Kanye West – Gold Digger
Kanye West – Touch the Sky
I’ll probably take these down in a week or so. Songs deleted!
And some VERY brief TV talk while I’m here (beware spoilers)…
Veronica Mars, 2.02, Driver Ed
Wasn’t feeling this episode at all. It was all Jackie’s fault. She SUCKS. But yay Meg!
Gilmore Girls, 2.04, Always a Godmother, Never a God
How rude was Lorelai during the baptism?! UGH. If I were Sookie, I would have thrown her out. That entire scene was obnoxious. It made me so mad!
Prison Break, 1.07, Part 2
EEK. T-Bags is so awful. I hope he’s offed and doesn’t get a chance to escape. The actor who plays him is amazing, though. I seriously feel icky and squirmish watching him onscreen. *shudders* Anyway, loved the Michael/Sara interaction (ie. sexual tension :P) and the Michael/Lincoln hug at the end (you can just tell all is right with the world when they see each other). Too bad we have to wait 3 weeks for the next episode. Stupid baseball.
july-sept books
It doesn’t look like I’ll be finishing the 50 Book Challenge. I barely hit the halfway point! 🙁 I thought this would be easier than it is — if only I had enough money to buy books every week. I really should get myself to a library but I have a problem when it comes to returning books. Heh.
Brief thoughts and possible spoilers? I’ll be vague.
July
19. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by JK Rowling, 652p
My initial review is over here. I’m sure I’m going to reread this book. Probably when Potter mania hits in November. 😀
20. I Do But I Don’t by Cara Lockwood, 335 p
Chick lit. Was one of my impulse bargain book purchases. A wedding planner, an obnoxious bride, and mistaken identities…
August
21. Every Boy’s Got One by Meg Cabot, 328 p
I normally love Meg Cabot’s books but this one was a little disappointing. I loved the back and forth banter between the heroine and her object of affection… it’s just that the whole scenario of the two of them being thrown together was waaaayyy too fast. The entire book took place within the span of a week!
22. Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum, 535 p
Whoa, totally different from the movie! That was my first impression. 🙂 But seriously, this book took me forever to get through (a few months — how embarrassing!). Part of the problem was the small font (my eyes were killing me when reading). But really, I’m blaming the story. It was intense. Like the kind of intense that you just have to put the book down because you can’t take it anymore. Phew. Anyway, I did enjoy the book (once I finally finished it) and I’ve already picked up The Bourne Supremacy. I’m sure that’ll take me another few months.
September
23. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by JK Rowling, 870 p
Re-read.
24. Shopaholic and Sister by Sophie Kinsella, 352 p
The novelty of the Shopaholic series is gone. I loved Rebecca in the first 2 books but after her wedding in the third book and now her adventures of meeting her sister in this fourth book, I’m tired. She drives me crazy with her shopping and rationalizations and just plain selfishness. I hope this series is over cause I know I’ll be tempted to read the next one. Still love Luke, though. *swoon* Is it weird to love a fictional character? 🙂
25. The Dirty Girls Social Club by Alisa-Valdes Rodriguez, 308 p
More chick lit (I’ve resorted to chick lit because it is *much* faster for me to get through). This time about a group of friends in their late twenties and their respective lives, loves, and careers. This was a little more substantial that the “typical” chick lit I read. It was even a little depressing (or maybe it’s just realistic), especially with regards to relationships.
26. Goddess For Hire by Sonia Singh, 305 p
This book was recommended to me by a co-worker. It’s about a 30 year old woman (with no direction in life) who suddenly finds out that she’s a Hindu goddess destined to fight evil. Very Buffy the Vampire Slayer-ish. Cute.
October
27. The Boy Next Door by Meg Cabot, 374 p
Found this for $4.98 on the bargain table at Barnes & Noble. Score! This was the last of the ‘Boy’ books that I had to read. Enjoyed it (as usual) but again, the resolution came way too quickly for me. Or maybe it’s that the pacing of the book seemed too fast. I guess that can attributed to the format (it’s written through a series of emails exchanged between the characters) — everything seems like no time has passed since there’s no actual descriptions of anything. I believe the book actually spans six months but while reading, I could have sworn it was only a few weeks.
I’ve been seeing lots of commercials for that movie In Her Shoes with Cameron Diaz and Toni Collette… makes me want to read the book (the movie looks… okay). Maybe that’ll be my next read? I also want to try Meg Cabot’s Mediator series (recced by Sarah). Hmmm.
everwood 401
Ahhh, Everwood is back! SQUEE. But I’m still pissed that it’s on Thursdays. Stupid WB. They need to hurry up and cancel Just Legal so EW can move back to Mondays.
So, the episode (spoilers below)…
1. I think they killed Andy/Nina. Which makes me sad. I supported Jake/Nina last season because I thought he was good for her for the time being (ie. while Andy was wasting his time with Amanda). I imagined Nina being the one to help Andy through the summer with Ephram gone… not going to Hawaii with Jake! *sniff* But as much as I love Andy/Nina, I don’t want the writers to perform character assassination on Jake either. I like him! And I don’t want to dislike him. 🙁 Especially after he came up with the perfect name for Nina’s restaurant. (But I was *shocked* that Nina picked that time to realize she was really in love with him — I think she just *wants* to love him because he’s so obviously in love — or obsessed — with her). So, yeah. I’m conflicted.
2. Love that Bright keeps a framed picture of Colin. *sniff* Totally made the episode for me.
3. So this Reid character. So far I like him (doesn’t hurt that he’s cute) and I can totally see Amy crushing on him. But I don’t think he’s gay. It felt like too much of a big reveal for the premiere.
4. Emily VanCamp is freaking gorgeous. *girlcrush* She’s just so radiant. And her new haircut looks really great on her. I’ll miss her loooong hair, though — it’ll always be her signature look to me.
5. . Finally, Hannah and Bright. I don’t know, guys. I *thought* I liked them — I mean, who can forget their ketchup scene last season? But now that they’re actually together, I’m not feeling it. They make me cringe (it doesn’t help that Sarah Drew looks *years* younger than Chris Pratt). They just don’t seem right for each other. I think Bright really believes he likes Hannah but I get the feeling that Hannah still looks at Bright as a fantasy and not as anything serious or real. I’ll have to see how it goes.
Anyway, is it just me or is The OC really boring right now?
tv catch-up
I love October… because October means my birthday! Woot!
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I’m spending the weekend by myself (aaahhhh, alone time is so great) so I managed to do some TV catch-up. Possible spoilers ahead…
Gilmore Girls 1.02, Fight Face and 1.03, The UnGraduate
*yawn* There’s stuff going on but I am so bored. I’m waiting for something exciting to happen. And that does not include Rory getting a new hairdo (which I really, really like, actually) or doing anything involving the DAR. At least there was Lane! Finally. Very excited to see her even though I hate her storyline.
Alias 5.01, Prophet Five
%$#@! It better be a big fake-out or I will cry. I know Syd/Vaughn peaked in season 2 and never really got back on track but I can’t help it… I still adore them. And I’m so disappointed in this storyline. Why do they have to kill off all the people Syd loves? Danny, Francie, now Vaughn. 🙁 I was so sad when Vaughn was getting shot and Syd was trying to run over to him. Guh. Don’t even get me started on the whole double agent thing. Everything I loved about Vaughn is… GONE. I wish I could say that I’ll wash my hands of the show but I know I won’t. What is wrong with me?!?
Smallville 5.01, Arrival
Oooohhh, new credits! I like. But why is Erica Durance (yay, love Lois) before Allison Mack? They did that last season with Jensen Ackles coming before AM… why do they that? She’s a series regular and has been since the beginning, GEESH. I have to admit that I didn’t pay close attention to what was going on last season so I’m a little confused about… well, everything. Like Lex. Was it just me or was his turn to evil a little abrupt? And what the heck is wrong with Lionel? I’ve been planning on getting the s4 DVDs — I suppose I should do that sooner than later. Anyway, the Brainiac’s (squee, James Marsters!) introduction at the end was very cool. I’m excited to see him on this show. He should be a great addition.
Reunion, 1988
This show pains me. I wanted so badly for it to be good (partly because the concept intrigued me and partly because of Will Estes) but… it’s not. After the premiere, it’s been on a steady decline. And since it’s on a short hiatus for baseball, I don’t know that I’ll still care when it returns. I may just resort to spoilers so I can find out who died and who’s responsible. It’ll be less painful than watching the show, that’s for sure.
I wish the WB would stop showing promos for Related. I DON’T need another show to watch. But knowing me, I’ll probably tune in for the premiere. Let’s hope it’s completely awful so I can quickly forget about it. 😛
Still have The OC and Everwood to catch up on… but I should probably go to sleep since it’s 3 AM! HEE.
top model
It’s like the third week of the fall TV season and I’m ALREADY BEHIND. 2 of episodes of Gilmore Girls and 1 episode of The OC are sitting on the Tivo… EEK. I have some serious catching up to do this weekend.
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Possible spoilers below…
America’s Next Top Model
Caught the last half of the 2-hour premiere thanks to the Tuesday reruns on UPN. There’s so much Miss Jay this season. I LOVE IT! He definitely makes up for the lack of Janice. Without him, the judging panel would be a total snoozefest. I was a little surprised at the elimination but I’ve finally come to realize that Tyra gets rid of whoever she feels like and not who actually *should* go.
Supernatural 1.03
I still watch this show with my hand partially covering my eyes. I can’t help it — I’m a scaredy cat. Plus, the haunting music doesn’t help. Anyway, I thought the “Monster of the Week” storyline was a little confusing and vague (I mean, WHY were all the killings accelerated? I didn’t get it) but I really enjoyed Amy Acker. I’m sad that her character was only around for this episode. She and Dean could have had something! I can find a ‘ship on ANY show, hehe. But my favorite ‘ship on the show is definitely Sam/Dean. Their brotherly banter is what keeps me watching every week. You know, I never really cared for Jared Padalecki as an actor before (I liked him on Gilmore Girls though he was a little bland) but I think he’s really great on this show. He’s becoming very watchable.
Lost 1.02, Adrift
This episode was so frustrating! I guess it was all the backtracking. I know it was necessary to go back and fill in the story introduced in the premiere but… ARGH. I’m just too impatient. 😛 Anyway, I totally fell in love with Michael and Sawyer in this episode. “What are you gonna do? Splash me?” HEE! They care. Even if it is begrudgingly. It was such a bittersweet moment when they saw the island and called it “home.” Is Michelle Rodriguez finally going to appear next week?!? Can’t wait!
Veronica Mars
SQUEE. I LOVED the premiere. (Well, I do have 1 nitpick and her name is Naima. UGH. Didn’t like her on America’s Next Top Model and I sure didn’t care for her on VM. Why was she there?!). I want to watch the episode again but I have to say that since I pretty much ‘ship Veronica with everyone — Duncan, Logan, Leo — this episode totally made my night! LOL. I also really liked seeing more of Dick (“My name is Richaaard.”) and the introduction of Charisma Carpenter’s character was classic. I’m not sure how I feel about the season-long “mystery” yet — I guess after Lilly’s murder nothing will compare. It seems interesting enough but I wonder if it’ll really keep our attention for 20+ episodes?
Sophia Bush and Chad Michael Murray are now separated. They’ve only been married since April! That’s awful. 🙁 But I can’t help but wonder what this means for their characters on One Tree Hill. EEEK.
tivo 2
I turned down the job offer.
It was a great opportunity but I realized that I wouldn’t be as happy. It sounds a little silly but right now, I’m young and that’s really important to me. I was hesitant about the job from the very beginning so I’m positive that I made the right decision. (I really need to learn to listen to my instinct rather than waiting until the last minute). Thanks to all of you for your support! 🙂
While watching the Desperate Housewives season premiere, all I could think about was… Mehcad Brooks is HOT. But I don’t know about his storyline. It’s… um, weird? To say the least.
“I know she’s a bitch. But she’s family. That makes her our bitch.” — Best quote of the episode. From Andrew no less.
Also caught the Grey’s Anatomy premiere. I think I’ve flipped my loyalties. I used to love Cristina and feel indifferent to Meredith but now… I’m not sure. Meredith kicked ass by standing her ground with Dr. McDreamy (heh) and Cristina disappointed me with the way she treated Dr. Burke. Especially by not telling him that she’s pregnant. I still don’t like Alex. But I can see an Izzie/Alex relationship on the horizon. Damn it.
“You nasty. That’s why you got syphilis.” — Best quote of the NIGHT. Courtesy of Dr. Bailey. She’s so awesome.
Rob and I solved the problem of watching 10 billion shows on Thursday nights (damn networks). We bought another Tivo today. Hee! We are such TV geeks.
So… the CSI premiere.
job offer
Does anyone remember when I was stressing out over submitting my resume for a new job?
Well… I was formally offered the job this past Monday. I’m supposed to have an answer for the agency by tomorrow morning (!!!) and I haven’t made a decision yet. EEEK. So typical of me to PROCRASTINATE on something so important. What makes it hard is that they actually managed to match my current salary (something I didn’t think they would do). GAH. It’s a great opportunity but it would definitely mean long work days and a much longer commute. Plus, the agency is TINY. I’m talking a 5 person team here in the San Francisco office. I don’t know if I could adjust to that type of work environment. I really don’t know. I hate making decisions…
I need to do some online shopping or something. You know… to clear my head. Hee. 😀
emmys
Ahhh, premiere week. I think I love you.
Some comments on the Monday shows…
Kitchen Confidential
I liked this A LOT. It screamed “PILOT” but it has potential. Bradley Cooper rocked (naturally) and it’s nice to see that Nicholas Brendon and John Francis Daley (Freaks and Geeks forever!) can still bring the funny. But it seems I was right about Bonnie Sommerville. She got on my last nerve. I can totally see her character getting into a relationship with Jack too… ACK. I don’t know if I can handle her in a central storyline. Anyway, does anyone know why John Cho was dropped from the main cast? I thought he was so good!
Las Vegas
I haven’t seen this show in *ages* and I’ve missed Josh Duhamel. I figured I could Tivo Prison Break for one night. I loved how Danny had to travel around Las Vegas rounding up all the old employees (plus Mike working as a valet in an ELF costume!). Too bad it took me a while to figure out *why* they all needed to be brought together in the first place (and also what the heck Lara Flynn Boyle was doing on the show). Now, I know Danny and Mary (ugh, I *still* don’t like her — her character does nothing!) are “meant to be” or whatever but I would really love to see him with Sam. I thought Josh Duhamel and Vanessa Marcil were *gorgeous* together in the scene where he picked her up (ahh, wishful thinking). I was sad to hear that Nessa is gone… they couldn’t have gotten rid of Delinda instead? *sigh* I really enjoy this show (it’s total mindless fluff) but I don’t think I’ll be watching it regularly. It’s another one of those shows I’d rather follow on DVD.
So the Emmys were pretty bad, huh? Each year I look forward to it and each year I’m disappointed. My commentary from the other night’s show…