Lessons in the apocalypse from Sam & Dean... JE

I really thought that I had the whole apocalypse thing down.  I mean, how many did Buffy face?  But they never really got into the whole four horsemen/witnesses/Revelations thing.  How did they miss that?  Maybe it was a reluctance to get all biblical?  I think I have to assume it was a focus on their own lore that obviously utilized things from other places (like the concept of an apocalypse), but had a different origin story.  The first evil and the creation of the slayer were at the core of their storylines, and they stayed pretty focused on that, especially as the seasons progressed.  So I am glad to have a new show in Supernatural that is giving us a Revelations 101 lesson.  And I really appreciate this because Sleepy Hollow is similarly dealing with a pending apocalypse and there are four horsemen (including a headless one, who is Death, see how it all relates) or at least four pending horsemen, and I'm so glad that I have this background knowledge from Supernatural so I have a little better grasp on what is going down because I've never read Revelations.  I'm strongly considering it though, it clearly has some awesome shit.  That said, I have stopped for a bit (not too long though), 3 episodes into season 6.  Season 5 is absolutely my favorite season so far.  So many things, and I really love Cas and Crowley, because they are awesome.  But as soon as you get close I'm going to watch again, because I am on a mission to catch up for Comicon.

Sherlock - Not only did I watch the premiere last weekend (love all the conspiracy theories about how he did it worked into the episode, and also, I love Molly and Mary), but I watched it the night it aired even though it didn't start until 10 pm.  And I'm probably going to do the same thing tonight.  Which is foolish because, you know, I have to work tomorrow and that is way past my bedtime, but it's Sherlock.  And it's totally worth it.  

Cannot wait for HIMYM this week, it's the 200th episode and apparently it's going to be from the Mom's perspective.  How she met Ted.  Super intense episode this past week.  Who do you think Lily called?  Her new friend the Mom? Ranjit? Her dad?
They renewed Parks & Rec for season 7.  I am really curious how they will go about keeping the show as "Parks & Rec" while still having Leslie move on to the bigger and better than she deserves.  This week Ann & Chris leave, so that will be a little emotional.  

Oscar Moviepalooze has officially begun.  I went to American Hustle on Friday.  I think it's a good movie, with amazing performances and a really interesting story.  It was, however, a little slow in the middle.  Jennifer Lawrence steals every scene she is in like the phenom that she is, and Amy Adams is near perfection.  Christian Bale gives the type of performance that I expect from him.  Jeremy Renner gives a great performance as a populist politician who is willing to do whatever to help his community.  Bradley Cooper's over-eager FBI agent is so intense that I actually felt anxious watching him continue to overstretch.  My only criticism there would be he is a little similar to his Silver Linings Playbook character, but stick with what you're good at.  While he obviously started with amazing talent, I think the director, David O. Russell, deserves some serious credit for pulling some of their best performances to date.  Fantastic supporting appearances from Robert DeNiro and Louis CK.  I really want to see Dallas Buyers Club, but I saw something about it being on DVD (and potentially iTunes/OnDemand) in a couple weeks, so I may wait and instead see Her or The Wolf of Wall Street next.  

I have been saving up links (mostly buzzfeed, of course) for you since my last post, although one of them was the Full House thing for the Superbowl, so we'll skip that.

1) You don't really need evidence, but you will appreciate this Marshall appreciation: http://www.buzzfeed.com/mwiggins/18-reason-why-you-want-marshall-eriksen-to-be-your-iau3

2) Since we have been all about the buzzfeed quizzes of late, here is another: http://www.buzzfeed.com/briangalindo/quiz-which-disney-prince-is-your-true-love    I got Aladdin, which is pretty awesome I think.

3) Since we are getting VERY close to your birthday, I thought this was appropriate: http://www.buzzfeed.com/jessicamisener/29-awesome-things-about-being-29

4) We are also getting relatively close to the Veronica Mars movie, and there was a pretty awesome trailer, which is broken down here: http://www.buzzfeed.com/krayford/the-25-best-parts-of-the-veronica-mars-movie-trail-ep5q  I was discussing some things about this with Sarah, and I've been giving some thought to the Logan vs Piz discussion.  I love Piz.  He's clearly the right choice, and in real life, we'd tell our friend to ditch Logan and stay with Piz.  But this isn't reality, this is the movies.  I don't go to the movies to see my characters make healthy life choices.  I want drama and tension and attempted reforming of bad boys (well, not too much reforming).  So I just want to be clear going into this movie, that I am 100% Team Logan.  And I'm totally hear for Piz if he needs to cry on someone's shoulder.

5) I just want you to know, for 60,000 and an Oscar nomination I would also do a 6 month movie shoot with Marty.  http://www.hypable.com/2014/01/22/jonah-hill-wolf-of-wall-street-pay-cut-oscar  Also, love Jonah Hill.

6) Finally, this list is amazing, and I follow this woman on tumblr, largely because (as this list demonstrates) we understand each other http://www.buzzfeed.com/bookoisseur/31-fantastic-fictional-characters-i-would-spend-a-fbwc  I particularly like her emphasis on the importance of forts.

Okay, that's about it for now.  Back to my Revolution catch-up marathon.  Somehow I was 4 episodes behind instead of the 2 I was on just about everything else.  I put the ABC and CW apps on my phone, so I have been watching shows on those channels on my commute.  Today I'm trying to get on top of the NBC, Fox, & CBS shows.  Did I mention I watch too much TV?

Sarah was protected in San Francisco by the Legion of Boom.  She escaped without injury, no new knife cuts.  Her journey back was uneventful, but immediately up her return she found herself in the midst of a polar vortex musical.  She has seen Frozen several times so she feels up to the task.

Getting Caught Up....KE

AH! 12 days since the last post… sorry this is delayed…things have been busy…and I’m way behind on everything (including finishing my report cards- but let's prioritize). Plus you’ve been emailing/messaging me all this things, but I feel I haven’t been able to properly respond… so I’m spending the weekend playing TV catch up, blog catch up and general life catch up.

First- The Seahawks… We’re going to the f-ing Super Bowl!  I love these guys… however the challenge is finding a place I can watch the Super Bowl here in desert  (at 3:30am)- AND mom and dad will be here. And remember how we were talking about Pete Carroll…and then we concluded that he was the “Danny Tanner” of the NFL with his loving lecture ways. Well now apparently this is happening during the Super Bowl…. http://msnvideo.msn.com/?channelindex=2&from=en-us_msnhp#/video/2ac0b243-6c0e-4c01-82df-b3655980d678. 

Can’t wait to see the actual commercial!

Second- You’re like WAY ahead on Supernatural… so you just need to slow like WAY down or we won’t be able to discuss! I’m spending the weekend doing some catch up… but I also have regular TV scheduling to catch up on. (I’m a bit hung over today (Friday) so I’m finding TV the perfect activity.)

Third- Your Golden Globes review was awesome… it was inspiring to point of going to Hulu and watching the highlights per you’re reactions.

Fourth- Um, has Sherlock aired yet? Because if it has I’m not sure why you haven’t watched yet… or if you have watched you have yet to inform me! Please make this a priority.

Fifth- HIMYM…. The end is getting SO close. But they are leaving no stone unturned. This week finding out about Barney’s job, but then Lily and Marshall’s fight. SO many things.  Despite a  few disappointing episodes and especially the disappointing (and slightly offensive) slap episode this last season is doing well of bringing everything back around.

Sixth- I’m Parks and Rec caught up. I spent an evening working on the puzzle currently spread out on my dinning table and watching this season. So I’ve got that going for me- plus I like the way they went about the recall. Leslie had to lose so she could go onto to bigger things without the show having to wait around for her city council position to play out.

Okay… I think that gets me somewhat caught up… onto recovering from a “I’m too old for this stuff” sort of night and cleaning a bit because mom and dad come in 6 days! (You know how that is)

Sarah Update: Sarah’s portkey took her right to the middle of San Francisco during the Seahawk-49er game…it’s was just about as dangerous as it could get… not yet sure how she survived. 

Golden Globes - Live reactions from Jamie

Ah, the Golden Globes.  Everyone’s favorite televised celebrity party.  There’s dinner, drinks, and for the second year in a row, the best hostesses around, Tina Fey & Amy Poehler.  I am terribly behind on Oscar movie viewing - having seen nothing that is likely to be up for the main award, but thankfully the Globes cover TV as well and I am well versed in that arena.  The red carpet show is under way, so I’m just going to react and give some commentary, so it’ll be just like you watched it.

Red Carpet rambling:

The show is on NBC, so we’ve got the Today show crew covering the red carpet.  Matt & Savannah, and I think they were cutting away from Carson Daly when I flipped it on.  If anyone can make me wish for Ryan Seacrest, it’s Carson Daly.  Oh look, I can flip to Bravo with Giuliana and Seacrest instead.  And am instantly rewarded with a Jim Parsons interview. And then a little Jared Leto.  After a six year hiatus from acting, he found a script he loved (Dallas Buyers Club) and now he’s got nominations all over the place.  Flipping back to NBC for a little Leo action.  Talking about The Wolf of Wall Street, his 5th film with Scorsese.  Jimmy Fallon!  Everyone loves Jimmy Fallon.  Pockets!  Julianna Margulies’ dress has pockets.  That is always a good life choice.  Kevin Bacon’s daughter is Miss Golden Globe.  They keep cutting to people in the background to show dresses.  Cate Blanchett is so beautiful.  I think I like Taylor Swift’s dress, they should back to it.  Could be because it’s red.  They are timing this pretty well, so when there is a commercial, then I go to the other channel, and sometimes it’s the same people I just saw, but often I find someone new.  A quite pregnant Olivia Wilde looks lovely in green.  Matthew McConaughey and his beautiful wife look fabulous together.  Okay, Jennifer Lawrence’s dress is strapless and I am just terrified she’s going to lose the top.  Because that is who that will happen to.  I think Julia Roberts has like a button up white top with a strapless black dress over.  I don’t know what to feel about it.  And now here’s Taylor Swift.  I do like the dress, but there is a poofy bow thing on the back that I don’t love.  But it works for her. And now Taylor Swift & Jennifer Lawrence are gushing over each other in an awkward and adorable way.  Tom Hanks is so awesome.  You already know that though.  Oh, Chris Pine.  He is kind of dreamy.  Nope, completely dreamy.  There is no kind of about it.  Did you know that Robin Wright was dating Ben Foster?  Just a note.  Hayden Panettiere’s hair is a distraction.  I already forgot her dress.  Kerry Washington is beautiful and super pregnant.  And rocking the white dress in a way that would make Olivia Pope proud.  More things… blah blah blah… time for the show!

Our leading ladies look beautiful.  And continue to be the funniest people in Hollywood.  Great intro, kind of a like a standing Weekend Update, but about people in the room and nominees.  

Oh, and presenters are coming up from the floor.  Maybe just for the first award?  

First award goes to Jennifer Lawrence, supporting actress for American Hustle.  She looks shocked, but she’s going to have to get used to this, cause she’s gonna win a lot of these.  Great speech, giving lots of props to her director David O. Russell.

The supporting actor/actress awards for TV are ridiculous.  They combine all genres and just seem so bizarre.  Jacqueline Bisset just won for something I have never heard of, and I don’t know if anyone expected it because she was way in the back and its taking her a while to get to the stage. She is super nervous and rambling after a lot of pauses.  And they are trying to play her off now and she just keeps talking.  And no one knows what to do.  I am uncomfortable.  Okay, finally wrapped it up.  No idea what just happened there.

Best mini-series or movie is up next.  As always there seem to be lots of interesting things, and I haven’t seen any of them.  Behind the Candelabra wins, which is pretty unsurprising given its dominance at the Emmys.  It takes people too long to get to the stage.  Someone didn’t think this through as it is distracting.  

I never really understand the order of these awards.  Next category is actress in a TV movie or mini-series.  It goes to Elizabeth Moss.  An amazing actress in her own right, but I’m sure she’s just in her head going, “did I just beat Helen Mirren and Jessica Lange”?  Cause i think that is what I would be thinking right now.  And then she said “oh shit,” so they bleeped. But she pulled it together, like Zoey Bartlett and Peggy Olson would.  

A sharp looking Matt Damon presents the clip of Captain Phillips.  I really need to see that movie.  I feel like it should be available on iTunes or onDemand soon since it came out a while ago.  

Best actor in a TV drama, aka the award that Bryan Cranston will probably win, but has some pretty serious competition with Kevin Spacey, Liev Schreiber, Michael Sheen, & James Spader.  And of course, the award goes to Mr. Cranston for the final season of Breaking Bad.  Although apparently his first Golden Globe for this role, perhaps he usually just dominates the Emmys.

Followed by TV series drama.  Cannot figure out the order of these awards.  Other than TV first, for the most part?  And Breaking Bad wins this one too.  

The real life Philomena!  I don’t know if I knew it was a real story.  That is pretty cool.  She introduced a clip of the film with writer and star, Steve Coogan.

Original score goes to the movie that stars only Robert Redford.  It’s just him on a boat.  I would expect that good music would be kind of critical and can see why he might win.  

The original song award goes to Bono.  And the rest of U2.  For the song from the Mandela movie.  Puffy was pretty excited about that win.  Yes, P-Diddy was presenting with Usher and Kate Beckinsdale.   I’m sorry Kate.  U2 is a bunch of classy gents.  Bono had everyone else go first, because they knew they were less likely to cut him off, and they talked about how personal it was for them to write a song for this film.  

So now we’ve moved to supporting actor in the “all the TV” category, which is going to Jon Voight.  He is kind of a big deal.

Olivia Wilde presents the clip of Her.  I really want to see this.  

Robert Downey Jr!  Oh, you are so funny and charming.  Giving out the best actress in a musical/comedy.  Cause the ladies love him.  Oh, who am I kidding, everyone loves him.  Winner Amy Adams!  Love it!  I really, really need to see this movie.  

But I’m still having trouble keeping track of the award order.  And I’m basically writing this all down and I still don’t know what is happening.

Kyra Sedgwick & Kevin Bacon adorably introduce their daughter as Miss Golden Globe. Then Tina introduces her adult son, Amy in a wig.  They are so funny.

Best actress in a TV drama.  I can’t even stand it. Robin Wright is the winner.  She is really evil on House of Cards, a fantastic performance.  And pretty cool that this category included two actresses from Netflix shows.  But seriously, did no one watch Orphan Black???  It is heads and heads and heads above everything else. And when I say "it" I mean Tatiana Malsany. Okay, that’s it. That's all I'll say on that for now.

Jim Carrey presents American Hustle clip.  Gotta see that.

Best supporting actor in a movie.  The guy who played the main pirate in Captain Phillips is nominated and it was his first role ever.  But the award goes to Jared Leto.  Okay, I think American Hustle and Dallas Buyers Club are officially at the top of my must see list.

Emma Thompson just came out with a martini in one hand and her heels in the other.  She is amazing.  Giving the award for best screenplay.  The award goes to Spike Jonze for Her.  This may be 3rd on the to see list.  

Laura Dern is presenting the clip for Nebraska, starring her father Bruce Dern.  I know that Bruce Dern has had a full and impressive career, but all I can think of when I see him is The Burbs.

Best TV comedy actor goes to Andy Samberg.  Okay, I kind of need to watch this show.  Seth Meyers was one of the producers and he was pretty excited.  Andy Samberg is pretty adorable, given it was a pretty standard thank you speech.

All bits where Amy & Tina mock Julia Louis-Dreyfous and she plays along are hilarious.

Melissa McCarthy got hit by a sand bag back stage and thinks she is Matt Damon.  I am dying.  But she and Jimmy Fallon are giving out best actor in a mini-series or movie.  And Michael Douglas wins.  Because apparently he is brilliant in this role.  He thanks Matt (also nominated in the category) and says “the only reason you’re not here is because I had more sequins.”  Adorably playing along, Matt tries to point that “Matt Damon” is on stage in the form of Melissa McCarthy, but Michael either doesn’t see or doesn’t get it.  Either way, good fun.

Animated feature film to Frozen.  Sorry minions.  Remember earlier when I said I was going to see the potential Oscar nominee movies.  I’m really going to see Frozen first.  What, it'll totally be up for animated feature.

Colin Farrell presents a clip of Inside Llewyn Davis.

The very stacked category of best actress in a TV series comedy.  Amy is getting a back massage from Bono.  YES!!  And Amy is the winner!!!   Leslie Knope rules the world!!  

The Cecil B Demille award goes to Woody Allen this year.  Diane Keaton is accepting and talking about him, which is appropriate, although odd that they are giving him this award and he isn’t there.  But maybe he doesn’t go to award shows.  I am going to look it up.  Apparently he does not.  So there’s that.

Ah, Ben Affleck.  Aka, Battfleck.  Giving out the best director award to Alfonso Cuaron for Gravity  Impressive category, although per usual, total sausage fest.  

Switching back to TV for the best comedy show and the winner is Brooklyn Nine-Nine.  Again, guess I should be watching that.  

Best actor in a comedy (presented by Jennifer Lawrence).  Winner is Leo DiCaprio.  I typed that as drama at first, just based on the nominees (which included Joaquin Phoenix and Christian Bale).  Wonder if Leo will get an Oscar nod this week.

Reese Witherspoon presents the clip from 12 Years a Slave.

Thor, um, I mean Chris Hemsworth, is presenting the clip from Rush with the real guy from the movie. Love it when they get the real people!

Getting down to the big awards.  Best comedy film goes to American Hustle.  

Best actress in a drama to Cate Blanchett for Blue Jasmine

Best actor in a drama to Matthew McConaughey.  And that is after some serious competition.  And he is dancing onto stage.  And he just started his acceptance speech with “Alright alright alright.”  And ended it with “this film was never about dying, it was always about livin and to that I say, just keep.”  Quality.

Bringing out the big guns to wrap things up.  But oh, Johnny, I really hope that hair is for a movie.  And the award goes to 12 Years a Slave.  (Side note, the director’s name is Steve McQueen, but obviously he’s not that Steve McQueen)

So that was a lot of rambling nonsense, but here is the takeaway:

My dream dinner party is Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Meryl Streep, and Emma Thompson.  I just think we could drink some wine and laugh.

I appreciate that even when given only a couple minutes, Robert Downey Jr. is always entertaining, and never forfeits an opportunity to prove that deep down, he is Tony Stark.

Idris Elba and Chris Pine are the sexiest men alive.  

You can give Matthew McCouaughey good roles and he will do great things, but deep down he’s still that guy from Dazed & Confused and he will keep on L-I-V-I-N.

Tatiana Malsany did not win, but she is an amazing talent and her nomination tonight is the first of many.

I know I’m not supposed to watch new shows, but I think Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a safe choice because it’s only a half hour sitcom.  

Finally, I have a lot of movies to see.

Okay, rewatching the opening monologue.  

My 12 Role Models....KE

I love the Seahawk list! Finally Seattle is getting a team that is getting noticed…it’s been a while! Although, now I am even more sad that the timing of the playoff games suck so bad for my viewing pleasure. I have to either get up REALLY early or stay up REALLY late on a school night! When mom and dad come to Abu Dhabi it will be Super Bowl time and if the Hawks make it that far, I’m not what we are going to do then. We’ll have to find a solution to that.

Blacklist- So you’re totally convinced he is her father. I mean it seems to make the most sense… but I guess I’m waiting for some sort of twist. And Agent Ressler is totally in love with her… and I like him a bit better… but he’ll have to stay that way. He did piss me off a few times.

Let’s talk about the other Buzzfeed list- the 12 intelligent TV woman who should be your role models http://www.buzzfeed.com/h2/fbsp/intelligence/12-tv-heroines-who-should-be-your-role-model.

I think the fact that I don’t watch many of those shows makes me disagree with some of their choices and perhaps the retro aspect. I loved your add ins (Sydney Bristow, Kate Beckett, Dana Scully, Olivia Pope, Olivia Dunham, Claire Huxtable, CJ Craig). I think what I would want/suggest would be a “classic TV” list and a “currently on TV.” Or maybe even a comedy verses a drama break down. And really, there a lot more than 12 woman out there on television that are worthy of role model status.

However if I HAD to choose 12 fictional female characters from television who I think are worthy, this would be my top 12:

Buffy Summers (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)

Veronica Mar (Veronica Mars)

Claire Huxtable  (The Cosby Show

Sydney Bristow (Alias)

Leslie Knope (Park and Rec)

Olivia Dunham (Fringe)

Mackenzie McHale (Newsroom)

River Song (Doctor Who)

Jessica Day (New Girl)

CJ Criag (West Wing)

Max Black (2 Broke Girls)

Starbuck/Kara (Battlestar Galactic.)

New Year update- So far I haven’t watched a single movie from the list. Nor have I practiced the Ukulele. I also have not read any books yet. 2014- 1, me- 0. (I have managed to stay away from new shows and stick to my current viewing list)

Golden Globes this weekend? I expect your next blog to be about that.

Sarah- She has the sword….WHAT it was really a portkey!

Following up on all the things - JE

Blacklist follow up with spoilers (not for you, but for those who don't watch):

He is totally her dad. I mean yes, he has a demonstrated ability to care about people (his team was obviously quite important to him), but nothing like his loyalty and commitment to her. I do like that we are questioning/debating what seemed so obvious in all the show promos. And her husband is totally evil. He's probably Alan Alda's minion.

And how are we feeling about Agent Ressler after 10 episodes? I mean, I know he isn't amazing, but he grew on me. And I'm pretty sure he's totally in love with Lizzie. And when her husband is revealed to be an evil secret spy, he is totally going to sweep in. Except Lizzie has way too much going on for that, she needs to focus on Lizzie, so he'll have to wait.  

I like your resolutions. The no new show thing is probably a good idea. I caught the Almost Human pilot the other night (show with Bones from the new Star Trek and his android with feelings partner). It was pretty good and I am contemplating watching some more because that actor is coming to Emerald City Comicon. But then Downton is back Sunday and Teen Wolf is back Monday. And Sherlock on the 19th. And seriously, don't even tell me if you watch it. I'm having enough trouble with my damn tumblr feed. And I thought Revenge was off until March like OUAT, but it's back on Sunday. I need some winter hiatuses to catch up.

I have to get going on my Oscar prep. I pretty much need to see everything, but I'm thinking it probably won't happen until next weekend. And then it can't interfere with football. So many things!!

I am glad you got to watch Austenland. I loved that movie. Mostly because of Jennifer Coolidge, but also because the main guy who looks like Tom Hiddleston, but isn't, is very attractive. And Brett from Flight if the Concords is also adorable, although not so endearing. And I want to see About Time, so I'm glad you enjoyed it.

So my buzzfeed list of the day is this: http://www.buzzfeed.com/h2/fbsp/intelligence/12-tv-heroines-who-should-be-your-role-model

And I think it's an okay list. I mean it's a decent spread of intelligence and physical strength among other traits. Plus it's got Abby, Buffy, Veronica & Starbuck, which is pretty solid. But I started to think about who was missed (Sydney Bristow, Kate Beckett, Dana Scully, Olivia Pope, Olivia Dunham, Claire Huxtable, CJ Craig, all other west Wing women, etc etc) and I decided that really the list is just too short. Should have at least 100. 

And can we just talk about the Veronica Mars trailer? I cannot wait for March 14th. I just hope that Rob Thomas doesn't go all Serenity on us and kill off beloved characters. I mean, I think Serenity is great, but so many tears.

Finally, I'm just going to leave this here http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjkiebus/reasons-you-should-be-rooting-for-the-seattle-seahawks-to.  

Thanks to that Nintendo game we had, Sarah knows exactly how to defeat Ursula.  So she rolls the appropriate number so she can flick her tail and capture other sea creatures in bubbles and throw them at the sea witch.  Of course, once you defeat her she comes back even larger.  And the only logical choice is to find a broken ship to steer into her. 

The Blacklist and New Year Resolutions....KE

I am not skipping you’re turn without permission. You said it was okay because I had things to tell you about.

So when I originally started this blog I was going to tell you I started watching the Blacklist. I have since told you that and caught up to the current episode. It’s very Alias minus the JJ Abrams flair plus... James Spader (he needs to call me). It's fabulous...I just never know who to trust. And I have new thoughts and theories all the time…here are a few I thought I would share. (SPOILERS!)

-First- I feel I have to say that there is still a possibility that Red is Lizzie’s father…even though he told her he wasn’t. I don’t think he would tell her if he was. However, that being said, I don’t really think that he is (obviously I spend some time debating this with myself).  

-Second- I think that Red had a daughter and something awful happened to her (as they keep pointing out). Then he went away and he could have done some sort of Dread Pirate Roberts thing with Lizzie’s real father (we know he was a criminal)… and Lizzie’s real father is dead but Red feels he needs to take care of Lizzie because her dad was his mentor.

-Third- Lizzie’s mom plays a part in this somehow. If I learned one thing from Alias is never count out the mother. We don’t really know the whole story with the fire- only flashes of Lizzie’s memories. Red could be connected to the mom somehow.

-Fourth I totally don’t trust her husband (no matter how cute). He's a Russian- probably.

Stay tuned for more thoughts on this.

On my way back from back to Abu Dhabi I watched only a few movies: Austenland and About Time. I enjoyed both. (I also started the Blacklist on the flight) I know you’re already seen Austenland and also enjoyed it. About Time is like a less intense version of Time Travelers Wife (which I’ve only read the book) and it’s more about the time traveler than his wife.

I came up with some New Year Resolutions for this year:

-To practice my Ukulele and get tour ready.

-Don’t start any new TV shows until my list is caught up on.

-Watch more movies from my “list” of academy award winning films (I started last year but didn’t get very far).

Read 25 books (I set this goal every year- in 2013 I got to 21 and half- thank you Game of Thrones)

Actually rank all HIMYM episodes once the show ends in March.

Also- I didn’t know this existed…my mind exploded.

http://www.trendolizer.com/2013/10/alan-rickman-off-with-benedict-cumberbatch-and-jimmy-fallon.html

Which leads to my next debate- do I wait to watch Sherlock at the same time you get in the States to watch it… or do I go on the internets and just dive in… by the time you read I may have already made a choice. But I promise no spoilers.

Sarah turns to page 43 and transfigures into a Shark. However, between her and the sword is Ursula, the sea witch. She'll have to roll the dice to get past Ursula!