Painting woes

I've had an exhausting couple of days. And it all started when a member of my family decided to refresh the walls by painting them.

Yeah, I know brilliant idea right?. Apparently the said family member didn't feel like waiting until the summer because they would rather spend those months out and about in the sun.

So as a result our entire place is a complete and total mess. The living room does look brighter but the paint smell just keeps hanging on. I've had to relocate my poor cockatiel to my room so he wouldn't get sick (it did say the paint was non-toxic but you never know and I certainly wouldn't want to take any chances).

Ideally I would have asked someone to babysit for me but since there was no one who could take him, moving him into another room was the only alternative.

Surprisingly enough he didn't seem too upset about the change a little confused but otherwise well behaved. I actually thought he would go nuts since these birds are very territorial and don't take too well to changing their environment.

As of yesterday evening only the living room and kitchen have been finished. The bedrooms and bathrooms are next. Personally I'm completely against the whole idea, I really don't want to be spending several nights on the living room couch.

Unfortunately I don't have much choice in the matter, since it has to be done eventually. The only thing I'm hoping for is to convince the folks to delay painting my room until it gets warmer. Because really who does that in the middle of winter?.

But as you've probably guessed by now convincing parental units can prove quite difficult once they've made up their minds. Basically I'm in the expecting the worst, hoping for the best mind set at the moment.

To make matters worse I'm functioning on very little sleep due to unexpected visitors spending the night and a bird who's an early riser. Family Day is looking better and better.....

Happy Birthday to Xena's sidekick

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Wishing a very Happy 37th Birthday to Xena co-star Renee O'Connor. Hope it's one filled with excitement, joy, and laughter.

Happy Valentine's Day

To all those who are lucky enough to celebrate it with someone special. As a single person this is one holiday I don't celebrate, but unlike most single people I'm not bitter about it;). I figure my time will come one of these days.

Though at the rate I'm going I may be old and grey LOL. Anyhoo, hope all of you have a good one;).

News on the fate of the t.v. season

Now that the WGA strike might finally be coming to a close (assuming everyone agrees on the tentative deal today).

There's one thing on every t.v. watchers mind. Which shows will and won't comeback this season.


BATTLESTAR GALACTICA

What We're Hearing: The crown jewel of the Sci Fi Channel should finish out its fourth and final season, but per writer Jane Espenson, it's almost certain that, schedule-wise, the story will be split into two separate miniseasons. The show completed 14 episodes before the strike hit, and at least the first 10 will air beginning Apr. 4. The second batch could premiere in the fall or even sometime in 2009.

I got all excited until I read the part that said they were going to split the season in two. Which will mean more waiting *grumble grumble*. Although I suppose as long as we get a full season like the show deserves then I'll be happy.

BONES

What We're Hearing: One Bones castmember tells us the strike was "very emotional and surreal" and that while they don't yet know how many more episodes they might produce this season, things look good for a return to the set. Another castmember tells us: "I would assume that production would start back in two weeks or so." However, sources tell us there is no decision yet on whether Bones will go back into production this season.

This news is not so good I was looking forward to some more Booth/Bones action. I guess there's no choice but to hope and wait.

GREY'S ANATOMY

What We're Hearing: Grey's will go back into production this season and is expected to produce a handful of new episodes to air in April and May. And yes, Josh Jackson is expected to finally fulfill his guest-spot duties as Cristina's love interest. So, yes, there is a god.

To be honest I'm kinda split on this show, I watch it but only for certain characters (like Izzy and Christina). I can't stand whiny Meredith. Most times I could take it or leave it.

Melanie in Decatur, Georgia: Thank you for all your hard work over the weekend to bring us strike updates! I loved all the info. Still, I'm wondering, what's the deal with Bionic Woman? Think it'll come back now that the strike's ending?
First, I have to give a big, fat shout-out to my cohort in crime Jennifer Godwin, who is without gluteus maximus muscles today because she worked them all off over the weekend, tirelessly hunting down show runners and sources and such for our strike coverage. I lurve her. As for Bionic, well, she's not looking quite so butt-kicky these days. Although show runner Jason Katims says this of the show's fate, "All I know is there were talks right before the strike started about continuing Bionic," sadly, according to multiple Peacock net sources, Bionic has already gone bye-bye for good. But fans should know that volume one of the series comes out on DVD Mar. 18.

This was to be expected, because let's be honest even though Michelle Ryan is a great actress the only thing saving that show was Sarah Corvus (Katee Sackhoff).

When she left the rating plummeted. It's too bad, I thought it had potential. But perhaps the show took a little too long to find it's niche.

I only listed the shows I'm interested in so if you would like to see a complete list you can click here.

If I could just find out something on ER and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles I would be a happy viewer.

ETA: After 100 days the WGA strike is officially over (yay!!). In June it'll be the Actors Guild turn LOL.

Isaac Hanson to be a father again!!

Isaac and his wife Nikki with son Everett

On February 8, 2008 Zac Hanson confirmed at the Conway and Whitman's show that Isaac and Nikki are expecting their second child. No word was said about a due date or how far along Nikki is.

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Yep, that's right it seems the Hanson brothers just can't stop making babies LOL. Along with Zac's wife expecting in May this will be baby #6. Hmmm....could Ike be trying to break Taylor's record? lol.

So this will make it the 12th Hanson member overall. Wow, either their wives really love having babies or they skipped the sex ed class on contraception LOL. Or maybe they're just trying to break their dad's record of 7.

In all seriousness though, congrats (albeit a little early) to Ike and his wife Nikki. With 4 other siblings at least there is no shortage of baby sitters :D.

Across the Universe Review

I raved about this movie several times last year. Well, I finally bought the dvd (which came out today), and I have to say it was even better then I expected.

Since I have already expressed my love for the soundtrack in one of my previous posts, I will talk about my favourite scenes and impressions of the movie instead.

The combination of 3-D visual effects, puppetry and dance give it a great theatrical feel. And of course it doesn't hurt that Julie Taymor actually comes from the theatre. The underwater kiss, sliding in the bowling alley, and the army recruitment scene were among my absolute favourites (superb choreography and visual effects).

The fact that all the actors sing the songs live (instead pre-recorded lip-syncing) provided a real emotional depth and really helped to sell the movie and it's characters. Jim Sturge's (Jude) voice makes you believe in everything he's singing.

Joe Anderson (Max), despite not being a singer (like most the cast) does a marvelous job. I've listened to his version of "Hey Jude" over a hundred times now and I still can't get enough. Both these guys voices posses a sort of raw venerability that just draws you in.

As for the women I really liked the contrast between the soft soothing tones of Evan Rachel Wood (Lucy) and the raspy Janis Joplin-like quality of Dana Fuchs (Sadie).

The only scene in the film I wasn't really fond of was the circus bit. Although it looked visually stunning and artistic, it felt unnecessary. I don't know, I didn't really get it.

Before I saw this movie I read a lot of mixed reviews a lot of people said they walked out either at the beginning or middle of the film. And a lot of them apparently walked out during "Dear Prudence". Which I really don't know why since that number was absolutely awesome.

I honestly don't know what's wrong with those people, the singing was superb. I guess some people are real sticklers for originals, (especially when it comes to the Beatles).

There were also a lot of people who complained the movie didn't have much of a plot. It does, but since it's a musical the plot is loosely entwined in the songs.

Actually the focus is more on themes, like love, peace, etc. I think if the movie had a separate plot along with the songs it would have been a completely different animal, not too mention extremely long lol. So I prefer this version.

I honestly can't say enough about this film, simply put it's a mastery of visuals and music. So if you haven't seen it yet (shame on you), go out and rent it!. I guarantee it's one you'll enjoy again and again.

Internet addiction funny and true

Found these on the Xena Online Community Board (where I spend way too much time lol) and I just couldn't resist sharing them here.

"Casual Friday" is my favourite LOL.