Random thoughts.

[mrsronweasley]

In no particular order:

1) I just finished Dan Savage's "The Kid" today. And I was really, really sad to have it end. I love Dan Savage. He's funny, smart, and plays to his own drum, and I really respect that. And now, I love him even more. This is the story of how he and his boyfriend Terry decided to "go and get pregnant." And it will break your heart into a million happy pieces. It's funny, because the entire time, he's kind of holding back and trying not to get too mushy, but then these little moments come out, and you can't help but melt, and realize he's really a big fucking softie. And, at the same time, I had a really difficult time reading it in public (even as I couldn't put it down), because it was just. That. Funny. I was the crazy girl on the T, laughing her head off. I was also the crazy girl out in the courtyard during lunch, laughing her head off. I was the crazy girl crossing the street, laughing her head off. I could NOT put this book down. If you get a chance to read it, DO. Doesn't matter how you feel about kids, or adoption, or anything, it's just such a terrific, funny, poignant read. And I've re-developed a crush on this man. Oh, Mr. Savage. I love you a lot. And yes, my life is now more complete, knowing exactly what your first time getting fingered was like. *pets*

2) The latest "Doctor Who", with spoilers, through to next week's preview.

Oh my God, it's a bird! It's a PLANE! It's...A PLOT ANVIL! Yeah, okay, wow, so I wasn't expecting it to happen so soon, but I can see how the entire season was leading up to Rose getting the axe. And that makes me sad, because I love her. Honestly, I don't know if I'll continue to watch it, if she goes. I love David Tennant, but he's just...not doing it for me. I haven't felt really invested during this season, not like with Nine. Christopher Eccleston, as Randa put it, was always on. And on his face, you could see a million different emotions, all fleeting, faster than thought. He was complex, he was absolutely fascinating to me. I honestly never knew quite what to expect from him. He hit me like a fucking hammer.

David Tennant has about two expressions, and while they're both wonderful, I tend to tire of them pretty quickly. He also has about two ways of talking. Again, funny! Wonderful! Totally great! Just...not all the time. And...he just...he's kind of failed to grab me the way Nine did. And I hate sounding like that, because it's reminiscent of, you know, the Ray wars, and it isn't like that. I did go in wondering if David Tennant will live up to Nine, but at the same time, I was totally giving him a chance. And...I see his appeal. He's quirky, adorable, very funny, but he just doesn't seem to have that hook for me. Which makes me sad. And, well, I miss Christopher Eccleston's funny handle-like ears. But that's beside the point.

But the episode! Was fucking scary. I loved it. And the girl was properly freaky, and I loved her mom. (Who PLAYED her mom, by the way? She looked really familiar.) And, here's the thing about the end: their dialogue was about as subtle as a ton of bricks.

First of all, it's called "tempting fate", Rose, so don't do it.

Second of all, while "Doctor Who" has never been what you might call "subtle", this was just a little TOO obvious. Maybe they're playing us. Maybe they're not. But I really wish that whole exchange at the end had just been written better. Somehow, slightly, improved. I tried not to roll my eyes, but got whiplash.

But I still loved it. Clearly. Even with "Satan for Dad" in the closet - OMG SCARY!! WTF?!

OH! And yes. I was very proud of myself, because I knew Rose would end up being the one who saved the day. I KNEW the girl would take the Doctor and the TARDIS away. This may have seemed obvious to everybody else, too, but I'm kind of...blind to foreshadowing, so I was very proud. Shutup.

3) I was productive today! I did more grad school stuff, and I worked out. And I'm getting more and more excited about the grad school thing. It'll be painful, and it'll take years, but how fucking cool would it be to become Dr. MyLastName? (And, okay, so that's not the actual big reason, but still! How cool?!) Now, to get INTO grad school... And now that I'm planning on throwing myself into the grad school thing full time, I'm thinking that if I start applying to other jobs on top of it, I'll drive myself insane. So I'm sticking around for a while, because I know it won't be too long a while. And I feel so much better, knowing I'm actually DOING something.




4) And in conclusion:

Ray Kowalski.



Nnngh.

Because everybody deserves a happy thought before they go to sleep. Speaking of which - it's my bedtime.

Comments

[entropical87.livejournal.com]

1. Ooh, that sounds interesting. *makes mental note for next trip to bookstore* I love his column to pieces. He's so the opposite of PC that I think if he and PC were ever to meet, it would cause the universe to implode.

I unwillingly tear my eyes away from 2. I haven't seen the newest episode yet, and it's getting increasingly difficult to avoid the spoilers. I will not spoil myself, I will not spoil myself, I will not spoil myself. No matter how freaking tempting it may be. *resists*

Productivity? What is this thing of which you speak? And dude, the title is totally the reason why I would go to grad school. I am not ashamed to admit it. I would also make everyone address me as Dr. all the time; if I have to go through that amount of hell, I am going to enjoy every last benefit possible.

As for #4, that is one fine conclusion there. Very conclusive. I would just like to say that I fucking love you. A lot. *stares and drools*

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

1) It's so worth a read, I hope you find it. So lovely.

2) How did you do? *g* Watch it, already!

3) if I have to go through that amount of hell, I am going to enjoy every last benefit possible.

Fair fucking point. Once you get a Ph.D., you've fucking earned the letters DR. *g*

4) ...Yeah. I mean, just...yeah. Just...LOOK at him. *drools with you*

[alpheratz.livejournal.com]

Fuck.

Um, okay, getting back to my train of thought before I scrolled down to your INCONSIDERATE AND BLOODY DISTRACTING PICSPAM, I read this about David Tennant in someone else's LJ today: "David Tennant is tolerable at the funny stuff, but so cartoonishly over the top every time he tries to say some grown up lines." And I don't know if I'd phrase it that harshly myself, but I do think he way overacts sometimes.

But. I like the plotlines, and the guest actors are always good, and maybe the next companion will be awesome. Or the writing picks up. Whichever. And in any case, there will be Torchwood.

[alpheratz.livejournal.com]

Also, Dan Savage is fucking funny, until you start him on bisexuals. Then he suddenly becomes very beatable over the head.

[mayatawi.livejournal.com]

But he's started to acknowledge that we exist! So that's progress!

I've had mixed feelings for him since reading his take on Muslims-- i.e., that the fanatics are jealous of Westerners and our Free Sex Ways, and that's why they hate us. Which... hon, I think it's a bit more complex than that. It's not all about the Fabulous Gay Sex (as much as we like to pretend it is).

But still, he's funny and smart and that goes a long way.

[alpheratz.livejournal.com]

But he's started to acknowledge that we exist! So that's progress!

Oh yeah, it was like, gee, how generous of you, Mr Savage. Now he just doesn't like bi men for... well, I'm not sure. I think for not having sex with only men, or for having long-term relationships with women more often than with men. Of course, the fact that any guy in a relationship with another guy is automatically gaygaygay has nothing to do with it. I think he's a little more forgiving towards bi women.

Don't remember what exactly he said about the Muslims -- I read something of his similar to what you're mentioning, and I think that was half tongue-in-cheek. But I wouldn't put it past him. Anyone who has such strong opinions about everything is bound to have a few ridiculous ones.

However, he is fucking funny, which makes it okayer.

[mayatawi.livejournal.com]

It's the whole gay attitude toward bis (bi's? god,that word looks weird pluralized) where they're all, "You can have het relationships and totally pass for normal, so you're betraying us!" Which... bitch, please. But. Yeah. Not much more to say on that subject.

The Muslim stuff I remember was from Slouching Toward Gomorrah, which somewhat ruined my enjoyment of an otherwise stellar book.

And wit makes up for many failings.

[alpheratz.livejournal.com]

I actually own that book, and I don't remember that at all. Senility is setting in. I'm sure you're right, though, it's totally something he'd say.

[mayatawi.livejournal.com]

I think it was in the epilogue, or whatever that was. The little bit at the end. Don't have the book with me, so I can't check for sure.

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

Hmmm... I didn't know that about him, and I have to admit, I don't remember much from SKTG, it was a while back. He is definitely no angel, and I don't always agree with him on various subjects, but he still kind of kicks ass in many ways. (Though, you know, his loss. I mean, he'll never enjoy dS, will he? *g*)

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

INCONSIDERATE AND BLOODY DISTRACTING PICSPAM

*whistles innocently*

"David Tennant is tolerable at the funny stuff, but so cartoonishly over the top every time he tries to say some grown up lines."

Yeah, that's harsh, but true, to a certain extent. 'Cartoonish' is a good word for it. I wish he'd tone it down, I really do.

But, oh. TORCHWOOD. I cannot WAIT. I am ALL ANTICIPATION, dammit!

About DS: oh yeah, he can be a total ass (and I didn't know about the bi issue), but, like I told Randa, the good mostly kind of outweighs the bad. And, hell, I know we exist, so he can suck it! (And he does.)

[lilac-one.livejournal.com]

Thank you for the happy thought before I go to sleep. Nnngh indeed.

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

You are very, very welcome, m'dear. *g*

[brooklinegirl.livejournal.com]

oh, I LOVED The Kid. I just - they are SO very much like the gay boys I hang out with, and I adore them so much! That was a great book - don't you want to just meet and have a drink with Dan Savage?

(If you liked that, you will like Exile in Guyville - I just finished it, and it's amazing. I need to write a review of it for my LJ, but I can't recommend it enough. No kids in this one, but a GREAT book about the gays. *g*)

and GO, YOU with achieving stuff in RL! that is awesomely wonderful! I want you to get a PhD, because you KNOW that SHay would start calling you DOCTOR Ron Weasley. *beams*

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad you've read it! I really do want to have a drink with both him and Terry. Though I have a feeling I'd kind of want to slap him upside the head every now and then. I mean...he CAN be an ass. But he's also kind of terrific. (And, ohhh! I must get my hands on that. That was the book I didn't know about. Must read. Thank you!)

and GO, YOU with achieving stuff in RL!

Thank you! It's just the tip of the iceberg. I have SO MUCH work ahead of me, but it's fucking worth it. I hope I don't lose this newly found motivation of mine. Must. Get. Things. DONE.

(Oh, God, she would, wouldn't she? Heee! Except, would it be Dr. LadyRonWeasley?.. That would be even awesomer. ♥)

[shihadchick.livejournal.com]

I keep having to go back to look at the picture. Mmm. My, he's lovely. Oh Callum.

Er. You said stuff, too. ;)

Callum. *heart clenches* *sigh* Mmm.

Yay for getting stuff done, that is excellent. Must take a leaf out of your book myself, actually. And, Dan Savage!! Oh, the love. I keep meaning to try and find his books, yes, because he is wonderful. Is good to hear from someone who's read more than just his columns, though, because I wasn't sure-sure, you know?

In conclusion: RAY.

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

I had a really difficult time looking away myself. I mean, fuck. Look how GORGEOUS he is. His eyes! His beautiful, nearly heart-shaped face! Skin! The little crinkle on the side of his nose which gets me every single time! Nnnnnngh. (And his hair. So cute.)

Ahem. Anyway. Yes, with the heart-clenching.

Must take a leaf out of your book myself, actually.

Yay, I'm setting examples! I just feel better, knowing I'm DOING something, you know? And my arms HURT today, because I worked out yesterday. I love that feeling. I'm planning on working out every day. I think I finally got the motivation. Feeling like useless blubber = bad.

I definitely, definitely recommend The Kid. It's just LOVELY. And, really, it's just worth it for the funny. I KNOW you'll love it. I just know it.

In conclusion: GUH.

*loves*

[soupytwist.livejournal.com]

OMFG I loved The Kid. So cute. I also now love Terry. It was just lovely. I wish the asshats would read it, because it's such a funny and touching illustration of gay people being human too.

Ahahahah anvilllicious is putting it mildly. I don't mind, though; I like Rose, despite my initial "omfg NOT BILLIE FUCKING PIPER" reaction, but so much time spent on the companion is weird and doesn't work quite right with Dr Who, I think. I'm guessing that's also part of why the Doctor seems... not quite as Doctor-y, maybe, sometimes, after turning into Ten. Nine got a proper arc, there was lots about him. Ten hasn't, because it's all been about Rose. David Tennant can act- as in, really act - and I hope he gets to, once Rose has gone (and, er, he's over the 'eee I'm the DOCTOR OMG' stage a bit).

Dr YourLastName = The Awesome. (Sadly, this is the main reason I'd want a PhD. Doctor MyLastName sounds eeeevil, like, creating mutant monsters in the basement, and I think that would rule.) Good luck to you darling, and I hope the work situation stays bearable.

Finally: O.M.F.G. *dies happy*

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

I really shouldn't be surprised that you've read it. *g* I love Terry, too! He sounds absolutely lovely. And while DS can act like a total ass at times, I still love him, too. Most of the time. :D

See, I never knew what DW was like, before Nine. And Ten seems very...different. And while I'm sure David Tennant can act, he doesn't seem to be putting in the right kind of effort into this. Like, he really is still very much about 'OMG I'm the Doctor!!', when he could be exploring other, um, motivations?.. *g*

Dr. Yourlastname is hysterical and wonderful and we should be Ph.D. buddies. What do you say? *LOVES*

(And, yeah. That picture fucking does me in. Every. Time.)

[soupytwist.livejournal.com]

Heh. And oh, totally - he can definitely be an arse, but he's so cool about so many other things that I don't tend to mind so much.

Ten is very different. Hmm, it's kind of weird because there's a thing with Dr Who in that the Doctors are meant to be their own unique selves and the same person, which is weird, especially to get used to. Though on the plus side this means you just have to wait a bit and eventually a Doctor you love will turn up again, heh. Also, the first series of New Who was different in the sheer amount of character stuff - it took several seasons before we even knew the Doctor was from Gallifrey, I gather, and stuff. They shoved lots in for Ecclestone to do because they knew he was leaving, so I think part of the problem with Tennant is they're spacing it out *too* much. Which will hopefully be rectified by Billie leaving. :)

DUDE, PHD BUDDIES! Hee, it'd be great. Now I just need to find somebody who'll pay me to do an MA first, and then I'm with you. :D

(Dude. SERIOUSLY.)

[lamardeuse.livejournal.com]

I hadn't heard about #1 - thanks! I wonder if it's at my local Chapters... :)

[mrsronweasley.livejournal.com]

I always found it hard to find. The reason I got my hands on it, finally, was Randa: she had it. But I hope you find it! It's adorable.

[zyna-kat.livejournal.com]

but I can see how the entire season was leading up to Rose getting the axe.

What? Seriously? I thought Billie Piper was signed on for season 3? So, Doctor Ten is getting another companion?

I like Tennant as the Doctor, but I don't like him and Billie Piper together. Eccleston and Piper worked well together, but Tennant and Piper... meh. They're too much alike, or something. (And I thought Rose was turning into a bit of a Mary Sue in season 2.)