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The seimic activity in the Indian Ocean is just shocking. The death toll keeps increasing and that is not counting those suffering for tainted water yet! It's very sad that some areas that are so beautiful are now becoming grave sites for tourists that have died there.

I find it a bit appauling that folks have known about those plates near Thailand and yet since they are not able to afford the equipment necessary to warn anyone about Tsunamis. WTF! I also like how the terrorist bombs are taking second page to this overwhelming news.

If you haven't heard, Reggie White died and now has a public funeral tomorrow.


Excited about Ukrain elections. I so believe that people really do have a strong voice and can make a difference when banded together.

Maybe the next shuttle run will have a successful touchdown.

Speaking of touchdown. Here's a fun part-time job.

Happy Holidays

Merry Christmas to those that celebrate christian holidays.

Nothing too much going on. Hitting the g-folks place a little later with the rest of the fam. Hoping it's only a few hours. Can only handle a couple of hours with the g-folks. Kids too sometimes. I'll probably watch a few Marilyn movies when I get back. lol

Have a relaxing day all.

Question: If you had to pick one movie as the ultimate favorite what would it be? How about two categories for it - old and newer movie. Example: The Quiet Man - old movie, 'Til there was you - newer movie.

The review and update

POTO - Phantom of the Opera review by ME :D

Here's a bit of the story for those that don't know.
A disfigured man lives in the sewers beneath the Opera house. While there he trains and falls in love with one of the chorus girls whom lives in the dorms of the Opera house. He tutors and encourages her voice. He terrorizes those at the Opera house until he gets Carlotta to quit so that Christine can be the soloist.
The ghost damns that Christine have lead roles at the Opera house. Christine then falls in love with Vicomte de Chagny (Raoul) whom she knew as a child. Phantom is enraged by this betrayal

of misplaced love. He kidnaps her for his eternal bride of night. When she shows him what love can feel like, he lets her go. To be with the one person that she truly loves. Anything more here will give the ending away.

So for the movie they stay true to the story. It's pretty much the musical on film. I would have liked more dialog between some of the characters instead of the singing - like Moulin Rouge. The music has been updated a bit but the classic songs, like the Phantom theme, was not touched. Good thing since I don't like some classics messed with.

As for the girls in the movie, men will like the uplifted breasts. Very much like Renaissance Faire. There are also pretty great thigh shoots too for those that like legs. I could not believe Minnie Driver was in the movie. The promos and whatnot said the cast was a bunch of unknowns. There are a couple of other actors that have been in other movies.

Madame Giry played my Miranda Richardson has been in other movies as a supporting character. Raoul played by Patrick Wilson was in Angels in America. Recognized him right away. The actors playing the Phantom and Christine are new to all.

Gerard Butler, Phantom, isn't the most good-looking guy but he has this upper lip thing that just rocks. Michelle Pfeiffer has the same thing. Costumes were true to the period and rich in color. I also loved how the movie went between the "current" time (1919) to the past (1870). It's not a drastic move from one time to another, it's very gradual.

BTW, I wasn't the only one sniffling at the end. It ended very well. The circle was completed.

As for an update.... I recently purchased the Lord of the Rings gift set. I wanted to have the Minas Tirth item. It is quite the heavy little city. The other goal was to have the extended movie. The extra stuff that Peter Jackson puts into the movie helps one understand a character or action the character or characters are doing at a particular moment. It helps those that have not read the book(s), like myself, understand the story better.

The movie was awesome. Also viewed it with the cast commentary which made it a bit more fun cause there is that interaction. I have read about the relationships that were built in the 3 or 4 years while filming in New Zealand. Also there is the little tidbits that come out. Like how they would do this shot in the studio or that shot by themselves. I like hearing about those tidbits from an actor themselves and not flushed out from the hounds of media.

Sleep well and have a great Christmas Eve day.

Hidy Ho there friends and neighbors

Here's the dealo on the cable since you all are so curious and I love ya for it. The signal coming into the house for the cable was alright but once they did the splitter the signal wasn't strong enough to get the channels. The dude did something right since now I get all channels I pay for and a more clear picture too. I f'in love it.

Saw Kevin Spacey last night at House of Blues - Chicago. HOB is pretty neat inside. He's promoting Beyond the Sea movie and Bobby Darin songs/records. He was great that he trained for the singing role. He sang the songs for the movie and sound track on his own. For those actors that research and really try to get a movie made, I sometimes feel truly honored. I figured it's better than actors just showing up to do their part.

Oh did I mention that I love being off from work?!! It's been great to sleep whenever I want, wake whenever I want and just do nothing all freakin' day!! I love it!!
I hope all kinds of hell is going on at work so the boss actually moves off his butt for decent help. If not, well then I guess the other work will just pile up. HAHAH

Side note, Gacy was one sick fuck! Just watched the movie about his life/murders. I'm so surprised that his mother or someone didn't ever know or catch on to anything. But then again when it's right under your nose (aka out in the open) does one really see the truth? Now there is the question for the "day".

To all those that I haven't seen or won't see for awhile - have a happy holiday and a fun or peaceful New Year.

It's Phatom of the Opera tomorrow afternoon. If anyone wants to go I'll be for it. :) Tah

Old movie buffs

For those that like Marilyn Monroe - TCM is having a tribute for Saturday. I particularly like the Pillow Talk portion of it. Had no idea that she was slated to do that movie. I knew about another that she had started, got fired, fought to get it made then died but nothing about Pillow Talk. Anyway, enjoy.

Oh yeah btw, I have one of her Diamond Collections (vol 1). I RULE!! Vol 2 is still on the list to get.

Upcoming Movies

If you haven't been to the movies lately then you've missed out on some previews. Good thing you decided to visit this site.

Constantine - new trailer. you should check it out. :)
Mrs. Congeniality - no trailer yet but strange that Sandra would be willing to do a sequel.
The Ring has a sequel as well - trailer kinda sucks visual but listen carefully.
Delgo - hmmmm. it's loaded with all kinds of folks in that one.
Batman Begins - dark and a bit more mysterious. Bruce looks a little on the uptown side like Val Kilmer did but not someone that would have a deep secret. Sorry but I loved Michael Keaton's version of the character. Dig that Liam Neeson, Morgan Freeman, and Gary Oldman are in it.
Thee MOVIE to see in 05.
Another sequel from Indy.
Here's a link for a few new one's here. The Beyond the Sea looks interesting. I am actually going to Chicago next Tuesday to see Spacey sing those Bobby Darnen songs. Should be interesting.

Now for something fun.

Blood Guts and Gore!

Saw Alexander last night. Had no idea that Rosario Dawson was in it or Val Kilmer. I understand that it was Colin's feature role and all that but to not include Rosario in the promos? O well what is one to do about movie studios. Angelina Jolie is another featured actress but goodness, can you believe she didn't have anything under those "dresses"?

Anywho, it did have some hottie guys in there. I guess there were some pretty women too. I recommend it highly. The story might not be entirely true but it does make for a good watch. Rich color costumes, great eye scars, man on man kissing, and suggestive naughtiness. Did I also mention Anthony Hopkins is in the movie too? It's pretty cool to have it narrated and weaves in the story.

When I was at Mayfair mall, first time in over 6months that I can remember, I picked up by Bro's xmas present. Aren't I a nice sister?!

Must bitch again about that damn cable/RR connection. This morning I have no HBO channels and NO HD channels. I had to "order" IFC since they didn't mention in the last bill that it would be removed and added to another completely different package. I called the day I wasn't able to see it and was told that it was moved to another channel. Flipped to that channel and it was VH1 or MTV2 or something. The yahoo could have told me then it was removed. Damn cable!

Well I'm off to shower. Have a day. I have again had another week as of yesterday.

Here's the question: Like to be spoiled or spoil another? I am thinking of spoiling a person with gifts they were not expecting, not something else.

One of the last postings

Having trouble getting my HD cable channels and I completely believe it's the RR signal and/or splitter. The shit will probably be removed Saturday afternoon so if anyone has suggestions for DSL I'm all ears.

Tomorrow night is dinner and fun times at the Pfister for the French Alliance! It's going to be pretty weird awesome and great exposure.

Another exciting thing, I'm off next Tuesday to Friday. If someone wants to do lunch, give me a jingle about an hour before hand. :)

Question for those that want one: What is your ultimate favorite restuarant? This also includes out of state ones.

Peace!!

Not safe for work but funny as hell

For those that like who's line is it anyway.

Hitting Planet tonight for some drinks. Not dancing due to pulled muscle in the knee. Come on out and join me.

Anyone hitting a movie this weekend, let me know. Looking to chill a bit.


That is all.

Hate when that happens

"Don't you hate it when your boogers freeze?" -Calvin & Hobbs

I agree with Calvin; however, my problem is that of the body. Don't you hate it when you have a sore joint (knee, elbow, wrist or something) and you're not sure exactly how it got that way? I woke to this terrific pain in the knee after doing a few hours of something I love Friday night. Dancing at Planet normally doesn't hurt the next morning. Oh well.

Here's a few tidbits of news: Get Shorty part 2 it opens March 4. I can't wait to see Dwayne Johnson play a gay guy.
Ok I had no idea there was going to be a re-make of this lovely.
Gay friendly travel websites. It's a good and bad thing in my opinion.

So here's a thoughtful question fo rya. What makes you wake up every morning? Answers that are: the alarm clock, pets, wather or kids. I'm looking for the realy reason you wake up every morning. My friend Jen's answer as an example, "I'm not wasting this Kidney."

Oh yeah.... Yes I want to move out of state. So far California - LA area is the possible destination.

Snow Snow Snow

Isn't it pretty outside when the cars are not out? Last night when leaving Applebee's, explain a little further down, everything was covered with about two inches or more of snow. It was gorgeous out. Like white Christmas'. To me it now feels very holidayish.

Helped out John last night. It was good to get my aggression out on floors needing to be ripped out and carpet. I had fun and thought others did too. Afterwards we hit Applebee's for some drinks and a bit to eat. Thanks John.

Might hit a movie tonight at budget. If your willing to spend about 2.50 for a movie, give me a jingle. Not sure what we are going to see. It has to be after 7pm since I have to take care of a friends babies right after work. Could be Napolean Dynamite but it could be Surving Christmas as well.

Also on the radar, hitting Planet on Friday since a friend is coming into town, dinner at the g-rents to celebrate my Grandpops b-day which is tomorrow, Sat is open so far so I might help out John at his dad's place, Sunday is left for carpet cleaning at the g-folks place - o yeah.
Food and Froth will be happening in Feb so don't forget to check out the Museum site for dates, times and costs.
Pearls at the Public Museum starts next year so watch details for that as well.
Movies: Blade Trinity - Dec 8th, Ocean's Twelve - Dec 10th, LOTR extended DVD - Dec 16, Avaitor - Dec 17th, Phantom of the Opera -Dec 22nd.

Well have a day since I already had a week as of yesterday.