I hate to break it to you, oh impotent one, but you're not the big bad anymore, you're not even the kind of naughty.

Xander ,'Showtime'


Natter 41: Why Do I Click on ita's Links?!  

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.


Theodosia - Jan 01, 2006 3:21:52 pm PST #6658 of 10002
'we all walk this earth feeling we are frauds. The trick is to be grateful and hope the caper doesn't end any time soon"

One wonders how many elevator rides they had to take to get an accurate sample?

Me, I saw King Kong with a BFF, and we both enjoyed the heck out of it -- it definitely passes the Butt Test, which is pretty critical for a three hour+ movie.


sarameg - Jan 01, 2006 3:36:43 pm PST #6659 of 10002

For me, the test is the Watch Test. Do I look at it? There are several theaters (including today's) whose seats are so uncomfortable, 15 minutes would fail a butt test. Plus, most are low enough that no matter what, my legs take turns going to sleep.

When I was in Safeway tonight, I was told I now qualify for their flexible medical spending account. Wha?


Cashmere - Jan 01, 2006 3:49:21 pm PST #6660 of 10002
Now tagless for your comfort.

If we're paying $6 to sit in uncomfortable chairs to watch a movie from a bad angle, not to mention the $2 parking, all I really ask is that you keep your commentary to yourself. I get the urge, believe me, but you know what? Except in your own home, it is rude.

I totally agree, sarameg--I'm just glad when people aren't afraid to speak up and tell people to shut up. I've shushed people and even gone to an usher when I was worried about a very loud and large group of people that I didn't feel comfortable confronting about their loud yelling.

I never get to more than one cup of tea so I only have a stainless steel kettle. I'd like a nice teapot someday. But the research looks daunting. I may let ita do that for me when I'm ready to buy.


tommyrot - Jan 01, 2006 3:59:44 pm PST #6661 of 10002
Sir, it's not an offence to let your cat eat your bacon. Okay? And we don't arrest cats, I'm very sorry.

penguin poo research.

Heh. That was fun. That guy has some very diverse interests (based on what he's published).


Jesse - Jan 01, 2006 4:08:04 pm PST #6662 of 10002
Sometimes I trip on how happy we could be.

OK, WTF? The location card thing on Law & Order just said "Washington Heights, Bronx." Um, Washington Heights is in Manhattan, not the Bronx. They shoot here! People should know better!

Also, my cat once again proved himself to have the best personality of any cat ever, by winning over even my mother, who doesn't like cats.


§ ita § - Jan 01, 2006 4:10:46 pm PST #6663 of 10002
Well not canonically, no, but this is transformative fiction.

I am studying the anatomy of the back. I'm not sure why.

Someone brought a two year old to King Kong last night, and sat behind me. They must have left (switching adults) five times in the first half of the movie, totalling at least an hour of missed time between them. I can see how a sitter mightn't be affordable, but surely you're wasting money spent on tickets at this point.

And there's no way I'd expect a two year old to sit through that movie without being freaked out. It's not like they could sleep through it.


Sue - Jan 01, 2006 4:14:44 pm PST #6664 of 10002
hip deep in pie

I am officially starting 2006 sick. I thought I had just drank some bad milk this morning but the fever, chills and ongoning intestinal distress lead me to think that it's more that just bad food.

Con someone make my evening better by telling me that GA is on in 45 minutes. The station that shows it early was showing Commander in Chief.

ETA:I am supposed to start yoga again tomorrow, but I don't know if I will make it.


§ ita § - Jan 01, 2006 4:16:15 pm PST #6665 of 10002
Well not canonically, no, but this is transformative fiction.

(I'm afraid there's no new GA this week. And I think there's a recap next week)


Sue - Jan 01, 2006 4:18:14 pm PST #6666 of 10002
hip deep in pie

Damn. I'd settle for even a repeat, though.

I just watched about 3 hours of programming on Canadian Comedy. I was trying to watch a British show, You Are What You Eat, but the dispays of disgusting food, and colonics (!!!) was too much for my sensitive tumy.


§ ita § - Jan 01, 2006 4:25:53 pm PST #6667 of 10002
Well not canonically, no, but this is transformative fiction.

Yikes. That's not something I'd want to watch at the best of times, really.

I hope you feel better in time for your plans tomorrow.