mars_reiko

RIP: John Hughes

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:18:31 GMT

Sixteen Candles, Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, Some Kind of Wonderful.....just a few of the movies brought to us by John Hughes. I've spent countless hours with these movies and many of his others. Some of my favorite movies were written, directed, produced by this man. He had a way with coming of age films that no one else seemed to come close to. Who can forget Jake Lloyd, Blane McDonnagh and Ferris Bueller? Personally, I always gravitated toward the geeky guy in the films. Ducky Dale being my fav - I loved John Cryer!! I loved the chemistry between Eric Stoltz and Mary Stuart Masterson in Some Kind of Wonderful. Danke Schoen became one of my favorite songs after watching Ferris lip sync during the parade in Chicago.

Maybe I'm alone here, but I'll miss his movies.

Azkatraz

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 15:21:44 GMT

Well we're getting closer...11 days and counting..yikes! Between pirate fest and tatiana422's wedding, I haven't had time to focus on Azkatraz. Though I tend to do my best work when in a crunch. I need my dress for Andromeda, my ball outfit and a quilt. Too bad I have a normal job to do, I could use some extra time. Can't wait for Azkatraz!

Edward Cullen

Tue, 05 May 2009 03:09:30 GMT

I know, I know, Twilight, blech! For the record, I'm a die hard HP fan, have been for damn near 8 yrs. So what's with this post you may ask. My loving husband decided to rent Twilight for me. He thought it was something I was interested in. I haven't read a single book. Too much fluff. After I gave him the "Surely, you jest" look, I thought what the hell. How bad can it be?

Overall, not a bad movie. Not a good movie either. There's no continuity to the plot. I wanted to smack the crap out of Bella just because. She's got the teen angst down to a science. Then along comes Edward....what can I say? I didn't care for Robert Patterson as Cedric. He didn't quite fit what I was looking for. As Edward though, wow! I think the pale makeup did it for me. I can see why the teenage girls are ga-ga. Hell, some of the older women I know have a thing for him too. I didn't like the sparkly crap. Vampires aren't suppose to even be in the sunlight!

I like the Anne Rice vampire better. The sensualtiy factor alone kept me reading. I mean, how could you not find Louis and Armand sexy?!?!? She has a way of writing that just lures me in. Of course, there's Prince Vlad from Dracula too. Gary Oldman, rawr! I've always found them sensual and alluring. I've got shivers just thinking of them!

The movie didn't make me want to run out and get the books. I might read them someday. For now I'm content readying HP repeatedly.

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 22:28:49 GMT

Post your name and I will do each of the following:

1. I'll respond with something random about you.
2. I'll tell you which song or movie you remind me of.
3. I'll say something that only makes sense to you and me.
(if possible. If not, I'll say something that only makes sense to me.)
4. I'll tell you my first memory of you.
5. I'll tell you what animal you remind me of.
6. I'll ask you something I've always wondered about you.
7. I'll tell you my favorite thing about you.
8. I'll tell you my least favorite thing about you. (DON'T GET OFFENDED.=P)
9.If you play, you MUST post this on yours

sad

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:56:17 GMT

A good friend of mine passed away last night. He had been battling cancer for some time and finally decided enough was enough. I can't help but to be thankful I get to remember him the way he was before he was so sick.

I'm going to miss hearing him call me "squaw". It sounds worse that what it really was. He was very similar to Rod in how he talked about women belonging in the kitchen just to get a reaction. If he truly felt that way, I'm sure his wife would've left him years ago.

My heart goes out to Cheryl. I can't imagine how she is feeling right now. To lose the man she loves in this manner has to be so difficult. I will be there for her, whatever she needs.

Farewell, Buddy. You are loved and will be missed.

Wishes

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:39:00 GMT

Happy Birthday, squeezystan
Hope it's as awesome as you!

Home

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:33:40 GMT

It's good to be home even though I miss you all terribly! Finally meeting you all was a great experience for me with this being my first HP con. I can't believe I waited this long to go to one. Now I can't wait till the next!! Hopefully that will be next July for Azkatraz.

The roommate situation was a little hairy at times, but I think we pulled through amazingly. Thanks to serade_black, tatiana422, squeezystan and childofpisces for making it so much fun!

The Three Broomsticks

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:01:23 GMT

Makes me want a butterbeer!!

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Happy 4th!

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:58:54 GMT

I just got back home from spending the day with serade_black and tatiana422. We went to breakfast and then thrift store shopping. Not too many places open today. Shoulda guessed. Had a great time trying on clothes in the middle of the aisles at Goodwill. The stares from those around us were the amusing part. I managed to find the remainder of my costume for Terminus today. Very exciting! 33 days and counting!

Tonight I plan to sit and watch tv with my husband and keep my dogs from flipping out about the fireworks. Jack and Abby hate loud noises.

I'm going to go watch Doctor Who right now.

Terminus or bust...

Sun, 18 May 2008 23:43:54 GMT

Hello all. I felt the need to share cuz I'm bursting here. Yesterday Tara and I went to several fabric stores to see what we could find for her LOJ dress. No luck with fabric or a pattern. She decided on a different route, which I think will be just as cool. We found material for our Azkaban quidditch team. I should've taken a pic, but I'm lazy. It's large black and white stripe. I also found material for my school robe. $1.95/yd!!! Couldn't pass that up. Now I just need lining. We also got stuff for her pirate costume. I just want to get started so I can see the final results on everything.

news

Sun, 16 Dec 2007 01:59:57 GMT

I just checked this for the first time last week in over a year. Damn, I've been gone a long time! We finally bought our house. Yeah! It's still a little unreal, but it's mine all mine(well, I have to share with Rod). The dogs really like the backyard, we're now at 3. Rod and I have started volunteering with Sarasota Defense of Animals. I help with the adoptions once a month and Rod helps trap the feral cats. It's something we've wanted to do for awhile, we just finally have the time for it. MB and Thelma, if you feel like traveling one of these weekends, you're more than welcome to come down for a visit. It's been ages since we've seen either of you.

Guess I'm bored too

Thu, 23 Nov 2006 00:13:04 GMT

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24) Do you have a crush on tammie_seaborne? Maybe a long time ago....
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124

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 01:08:39 GMT

(1) Rocky Horror Picture Show
(2) Grease
(3) Pirates of the Caribbean
() Boondock Saints
() The Mexican
(4) Fight Club
(5) Starsky and Hutch
(6) Neverending Story
(7) Blazing Saddles
(8) Airplane

(9) The Princess Bride
(10) Young Frankenstein
(11) Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
(12) Napoleon Dynamite
(13) Saw
(14) White Noise
( ) White Oleander
(15) Anger Management
( ) 50 First Dates
(16) Jason X

(17) Scream
(18) Scream 2
(19) Scream 3
(20) Scary Movie
(21) Scary Movie 2
(22) Scary Movie 3
(23) American Pie
(24) American Pie 2
(25) American Wedding
(26) Harry Potter & the Philosopher's/Sorcerer's Stone

(27) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
(28) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
(29) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
( ) Resident Evil I
( ) Resident Evil 2
(30) The Wedding Singer
( ) Little Black Book
(31) The Village
(32) Donnie Darko
(33) Lilo & Stitch

(34) Finding Nemo
(35) Finding Neverland
(36) 13 Ghosts
(37) Signs
(38) The Grinch
( ) Texas Chainsaw Massacre (The original Tobe Hooper, not the recent remake)
(39) White Chicks
(40) Butterfly Effect
(41) 13 Going on 30
(42) I, Robot

(43) Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
(44) Universal Soldier
(45) A Series Of Unfortunate Events
( ) Along Came Polly
(46) Deep Impact
(47) Kingpin
(48) Never Been Kissed
(49) Meet The Parents
(42) Meet the Fockers
(43) Eight Crazy Nights

(44) A Cinderella Story
(45) The Terminal
( ) The Lizzie McGuire Movie
( ) Passport to Paris
(46) Dumb & Dumber
( ) Dumb & Dumberer
( ) Final Destination
( ) Final Destination 2
(47) Halloween
(48) The Ring

(49) The Ring 2
(50) Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle
(51) Practical Magic
(52) Chicago
(53) Ghost Ship
(54) From Hell
(55) Hellboy
(56) Secret Window
( ) I Am Sam
(57) The Whole Nine Yards

(58) The Day After Tomorrow
(59) Child's Play
( ) Bride of Chucky
(60) Ten Things I Hate About You
( ) Just Married
(61) Gothika
(62) Nightmare on Elm Street
(63) Sixteen Candles
( ) Coach Carter
(64) Bad Boys

(65) Bad Boys 2
( ) Joy Ride
(66) Se7en
( ) Ocean's 11
( ) Ocean's 12
(67) Bourne Identity
( ) Lone Star
(68) Bedazzled
(69) Predator I
(70) Predator II

(71) Independence Day
(72) Cujo
(73) A Bronx Tale
( ) Darkness Falls
(74) Christine
(75) E.T., the Extra-Terrestrial
(76) Children of the Corn
( ) My Boss' Daughter
(77) Frailty

( ) Best Bet
(78) How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
(79) She's All That
( ) Calendar Girls
( ) Sideways
(80) Mars Attacks
(81) Event Horizon
(82) Ever After
(83) Forrest Gump
(84) Big Trouble in Little China

(85) X-Men
(86) X-2: X-Men United
(87) X-3: The Last Stand
( ) Jeepers Creepers
( ) Jeepers Creepers 2
( ) Catch Me If You Can
(88) The Others
(89) Freaky Friday
(90) Freaky Friday (new)
(91) Reign of Fire
(92) Cruel Intentions
(93) The Hot Chick

( ) Swimfan
( ) Miracle
(94) Old School
(95) The Notebook
(96) K-Pax
(97) Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
(98) Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
(99) Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
(100) A Walk to Remember
(101) Varsity Blues

(102) Hitch
(103) The Fifth Element
(104) Star Wars, Episode I: The Phantom Menace
(105) Star Wars, Episode II: Attack of The Clones
(106) Star Wars, Episode III Revenge of The Sith
(107) Star Wars, Episode IV: A New Hope
(108) Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
(109) Star Wars, Episode VI: Return of The Jedi
(110) Troop Beverly Hills
( ) Swimming with Sharks

(111) Air Force One
(112) For Richer or Poorer
(113) Trainspotting
(114) People Under the Stairs
( ) Blue Velvet
(115) The Sound of Music
(116) Parent Trap (old)
(117) Parent Trap (new)
(118) The 'Burbs
(119) The Terminator

(120) Empire Records
(121) SLC Punk
( ) Meet Joe Black
(122) The Nightmare Before Christmas
(123) The Silence of the Lambs
(124) Sleepy Hollow
( ) I Heart Huckabees
( ) 24 Hour Party People
( ) Blood In Blood Out
( ) The Virgin Suicides

Still here somewhere

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 11:00:11 GMT

Not too much new, even though it has been months since I posted anything. I am trying to keep the dogs from driving me closer to the edge. Every morning I have to fight them to eat their breakfast instead of playing chase. I can't wait until they have a backyard so I can kick them outside to play.

We're still trying to figure out when to start looking for that house. The prices are falling, yes, but I'm not sure they are falling fast enough for me. I just keep hoping that I'll look at the MLS one day and OMG I found it. No such luck yet. I've stopped looking everyday thinking maybe if I wait until the weekends I'll find something. Not yet. Bummer!

Anyhoo, like I said not much going on around here. Though, I did find out last week I need a root canal. My Thanksgiving is going to be wonderful! Good thing I planned on staying home this year.

C ya!

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 16:55:23 GMT

I have broken down and joined the world of DS. I got a lite last Saturday and have been playing everyday. No Animal Crossing though. I have been playing Super Mario Bros., Mario Cart and Tetris. We have Brain Age, but I haven't tried it yet.

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 16:48:09 GMT

Sitting here in the breakroom trying to keep my wits about me. It seems some people in our office can do whatever they want and the rest of us are here to pick up there slack. Same old story.

Anyway, doing the POTC promo tonight at Hollywood 20. I love doing pirate stuff! I really miss it. I will seeing it after as well. Tomorrow I am taking my van in for new tires. Fun stuff. MB if you still wanted to come over this weekend can we make it for Sun. I also need to clean my carpet tomorrow. The dogs are wreaking havoc on it. Just let me know when to expect you.

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 16:50:12 GMT

Hey, long time, no post. Since I got my video iPod, I sit in the lunchroom and watch some video podcasts. I don't generally get on the pc once I get home. I spend most of my day on one, so it's about the last thing I want to do when I get home. For those of you that are interested, my b-day is this Saturday and I want to go out. I usually spend the day vegging, but this year I want to do something. I was thinking of the Amphitheater in Ybor. I am tired of the Castle, so I want something different. If you want to go, just give me a call. I miss you guys!

Good thing I live in Florida.

Thu, 11 May 2006 16:09:20 GMT

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Sun, 16 Apr 2006 18:53:13 GMT

Hey, Thelma. I tried calling you the other day to see how things were going. I completely forgot it was your birthday. I am so sorry! I just suck. I haven't had time to even check this since I go home for lunch everyday now. Got to feed the puppy. Anyway, just wanted to say sorry and I hope it was a good day considering all that you are going through.

Sun, 16 Apr 2006 18:50:54 GMT

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Fri, 31 Mar 2006 17:46:35 GMT

Just a little news. We are having dinner with the in-laws tonight. They arrived on Wednesday and Rod drove to Tampa to retreive them from the airport. They will be here for 3 weeks, but we won't be seeing them everyday. My sister also arrived on Wednesday, so I went to visit her instead of going to the airport w/Rod. She is in town for a business trip so that was the only time I could visit. I haven't seen Sam in 6 yrs. I saw his Mom and stepdad 2 yrs ago. We had a blast! I took her to ABC (happy discount) and then we went to dinner with one of the girls she works with. While on this visit, Rod sends me a picture via my cell. It was the cutest little pupppy. So, he calls me and I ask him who's puppy it is. He asked if I wanted it to be ours and I said Yes! She is only 5 wks old so she will be staying with her mom for a while longer. If you would like to see her (Gracie by the way), take a look here:

http://www.oddduckout.com/gracie/

#722 is her. Isn't she adorable? I can't wait for Jack to have a buddy.

I had no idea.

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 17:39:18 GMT

You Are A: Monkey!

Monkeys are intelligent and agile, well-adapted for jungle life as they swing happily from tree to tree. As a monkey, you are a social animal who prefers a warm climate, eats a wide range of food and is quick to learn new things. A monkey's tiny primate features are irresistable, as is her gregarious personality!

You were almost a: Parakeet or a Duck
You are least like a: Chipmunk or a Groundhog Discover What Cute Animal You Are!

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 17:56:26 GMT

I am soooo sorry I didn't call MB, but I tried to find your # and I must have misplaced it. I am going to make sure that I am at the show for the last Sunday. I will probable go up there later in the day so Jack won't be in his crate all day. If you want to go that day, I can stop to pick you up so you don't have to drive. I will call Telma later to get your #.

OMG!!!!

Fri, 24 Mar 2006 12:33:45 GMT

I was searching for some anime pics and found this:

http://www.usagichan2.com/AnimeOD2005/cosplay034.htm

http://www.usagichan2.com/AnimeOD2005/cosplay059.htm

These are from a Con in California. I just couldn't resist. Queen Beryl's costume doesn't look too bad.

Since MB called me out....

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 23:40:02 GMT

1. What time did you get up this morning? 6:30
2. Diamonds or pearls? Diamonds
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Robots? King Kong
4. What is your favorite TV show/s? All CSIs, 24, Veronica Mars
5. What did you have for breakfast? 3-cheese omelet
6. What is your middle name? Inez
7. What is your favorite food? Macaroni and cheese
8. What foods do you dislike? ones that taste funny
9. What is your favorite type of music? I like most music
10. Favorite sandwich? PB and banana
11. What characteristics do you despise? people who think they know everything
12. Favorite item of clothing? jeans
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? Japan
14. What color is your bathroom? pink, purple and white
15. Favorite brand's of clothing? I don't care.
16. Where would you retire to? Florida....I started early
17. Favorite time of day? evening
18. Where were you born? Conway, AR
19. Favorite sport to watch? hockey
20. Who do you least expect to send this back? I'm not sending it so....
21. Person you expect to send it back first? see #21
22. What laundry detergent do you use? whatever is on sale
23. Coke or Pepsi? Diet Coke
24. Are you a morning person or night owl? both...tired in the afternoon
25. What size shoe do you wear? 6 1/2
26. Do you have pets? my dog Jackass-Chow/Bsinji and 3 ferrets-Tank, Pandora and Pocket
27. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share with everyone? next week I get to see my sister for the first time in almost 6 years
28. What did you want to be when you were little? ballerina
29. Favorite Candy Bar? Milky Way
30. What is your best childhood memory? spending x-mas w/my family
31. What are the different jobs you have had in your life? babysitter, baker, sale assoc, customer service, UPS, waitress, usher, data entry, florist, costumer
33. Nicknames: T, Teener Weener, Tina Bina
34. Eye color: Gray
35. Who are you most curious about their responses to this questionnaire? was MB, but I read hers first
36. Last person you went to dinner with: Rod and Carl...as usual
37. What are you listening to right now? my dog biting his nails