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mrsronweasley) wrote2006-06-27 09:36 pm
mrsronweasley) wrote2006-06-27 09:36 pm
Entry tags:
- ckr,
- doctor who,
- rl
Random thoughts.
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.
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.
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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*
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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*