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Oh, and through game is 'shinty.' It's very similar to hurling but handling the ball isn't allowed, unlike hurling.
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Declan wrote: "I don't now what you'll make of Paddy Clarke Ha, Ha, Ha, Diane, but it's a personal favourite of mine. I hope you enjoy it."I have the feeling I will like it a lot.
The slang in the first couple of pages of The Commitments was tough understanding but soon I wasn't even noticing it. It just started flowing in the context of the story. And in Snapper - what slang? :-)
You're welcome, Theresa. And I'm so glad you had such a nice holiday.
@Diane. We'll have you speaking with a true, blue Dublin accent in no time.
@Barbara, The Commitments must now be available in the US because my local library does have both the Commitments and Snapper, just not The Van. I already know what everyone looks and sounds like in my head so I don't know if I want to watch them. Maybe one long dark cold night this winter.
Barbara wrote: "Declan - I haven't read Paddy Clarke Ha,Ha,Ha yet but you are spurring me on. No excuse as I own a copy.Diane - you are right - these books are so funny. The films are good too. Unfortunately, it ..."
Barbara, I had a friend in Hollywood when "The Commitments" came out on film and he sent me a press kit. I know I have it on DVD and it's one of my favourites. I laugh every time I see the picture on the wall of the Rabbitte's house with Elvis above the Pope. It was like that in mine as well. I have not read Paddy Clarke, Ha Ha Ha yet but I love Roddy Doyle, so I should. One of my faves by him is The Woman Who Walked Into Doors.
Gosh, I'm wondering if we should have Declan make us our own folder to discuss Outlander so we don't bore everyone else! I also am not loving Claire but I think part of it is because she is so physically different from the book Claire. I also have liked the wee touches of knitting she wears. As well, Mrs. Fitz with no cap on last night. Mrs. Fitz disturbs me as she was one of the Slitheen on Doctor Who, and I keep expecting her to transform.
I am very much looking forward to the series with James Nesbitt! I saw him for the first time in a show about female footballers a long time ago, and he is excellent. And who doesn't love a Northern Irish accent? :)
Barbara, I'd be very surprised if the game wasn't accurate. Gabaldon is known for her thorough research and she picked Scotland as her locale because there was so much available to research.As a fan, I don't find it slow because I know how it fits into the story and know it's really heating up now. I like how it gives us a real flavor for life in those times. I am surprised there isn't much discussion in the books and the movie about the food. I would imagine it was really different but Claire doesn't seem to mind.
Donna, if you like a NI accent did you see The Fall (I hope that's the right name)? It was very good. One of the main characters is the guy in the 50 Shades of Gray movie.
Susan, did I ever tell you that I saw them filming scenes from the new series of The Fall pretty close to where I live a few months ago when I was walking the dog? I think the new series will be airing soon. :)
If you did, Allan, I have forgotten. I am surprised they didn't offer you a role as an extra or something. Irish Charmer with dog would have added something spiffy to the movie. I am excited they are making a new one. The other was intense.
Of course my family has previous with the show, with my cousin having been 'body in the wardrobe' in season 1! :)
Susan wrote: "Barbara, I'd be very surprised if the game wasn't accurate. Gabaldon is known for her thorough research and she picked Scotland as her locale because there was so much available to research.As a ..."
Susan, I have not. Is it available on Amazon or Netflix?
Donna, I got if off Netflix. I think a bunch of us were watching it at the same time. Luckily I had Allan to walk me through the film. I don't know what I would do without him. :) Sometimes when I see my 32 year old son sleeping on my pull out sofa doing very little, I day dream that Allan or Declan were my sons. :)
Declan and Emma - thanks for saving me from research on 'shinty'. Speaking of 'more viking' - Dublin is probably the most Viking place in Ireland though the Corporation did a lot to wipe it out at Wood Quay (see http://www.rte.ie/tv/scannal/woodquay...). The Shetlands as well as the Orkneys in Scotland have all others beat when it comes to Viking influence. Those Shetlanders really know how to have a Viking party complete with a burning boat: http://www.uphellyaa.org/Declan - I am a huge Roddy Doyle fan so I am certain I will enjoy.
Diane - I checked and The Committments is now available on DVD here on Amazon. The Van isn't except for Region 2 DVD players. Or a German version for over $150!!
Donna - I think members can set up their own discussions so we could have a separate one to talk about Outlander. I don't know though if it's only playing in the US. It may be.
Susan - I have learned to be a little wary of "research" as not everything in print or on the web is accurate. I understand that Gabaldon wrote the first book or maybe the series before she'd ever been to Scotland. I know there are myths and misinformation floating around about kilts and clans so I've been meaning to look up that stuff too. Hopefully she has those pieces sorted out.
Allan - I keep meaning to buy The Fall DVD set, but as I am now in my savings mode for next summer's holiday, it will sit on my Christmas list:) My hope is to go to The Shetlands and go via train and ferry from Glasgow. Then since I'm over on that side of the pond, I'll have to go to Ireland. And not just the east side but the west. I am long overdue for a trip to the west.
Barbara, I don't want to harp on this but her books have been vetted many times. The Outlander was published more that 10 years ago and many people have tired to poke holes but she's OK. AS a University Professor of Botany, her sections on plants are especially excellent. I have seen her speak many times and she's a great speaker also. I found Outlander at a garage sale in Louisiana a couple of weeks after my husband died and it got me through a lonely time so I'm probably over protective of it.Your trip plans sound wonderful and if you look around and see an old lady with a trachea tube, that's me following you. You picked the exact two places I want to go (along with Belfast and Dublin if you know what I mean).
Barbara wrote: "Declan and Emma - thanks for saving me from research on 'shinty'. Speaking of 'more viking' - Dublin is probably the most Viking place in Ireland though the Corporation did a lot to wipe it out at ..."Barbara, were you aware that Diana Gabaldon was in last night's episode? She was the one at the gathering that Mrs. Fitz commented to about her wearing the same outfit twice! I thought it was her but I checked my Outlanders group to be sure. The executive producer and/or director (I get them confused) also did a cameo in the episode.
@Susan. You're far top kind. :)
And remember, when you get to Dublin you have my services as a tour guide for at least on whole day.
And remember, when you get to Dublin you have my services as a tour guide for at least on whole day.
@Barbara. A large section of the foundation ruins is still visible under the site. One large section has been turned into a presentation centre.
The entire thing should have been left open to.the public, though.
The entire thing should have been left open to.the public, though.
Donna wrote: "Barbara wrote: "Declan and Emma - thanks for saving me from research on 'shinty'. Speaking of 'more viking' - Dublin is probably the most Viking place in Ireland though the Corporation did a lot to..."I didn't realize it and I want to bang my head against the wall. Luckily I have it on DVR and will go back and see it. Thanks for sharing. What Outlander group are you in? Ladies of Lallybroch?
@Emma. There was also a recent uproar over plans to raze a derelict ruin in Thomas street just because it built in Georgian era. I hate the fear of modernization every bit as much as disregard for history. The buildings in question are an utter eyesore. It has to go and I'd help to tear it down in a heartbeat.
Declan and Emma - I believe the buildings built on Wood Quay and Fitzwilliams street were both pretty ugly. Isn't the ESB one of them. I do recall some of this development destroyed the longest intact Georgian terrace anywhere - may have been the Fitzwilliams St. destruction. My OAP friend in Dublin who is in her 80's was one of the constant protesters with her husband at Wood Quay. I noticed when I last visited her an recent award (posthumous) to her husband, Rico Ross, for his activism in saving Dublin from development destruction. It is sad that it was posthumous - by at least 12 years.Emma - I am totally ignorant of the Isle of Man and have no excuse. I would like to learn more about the Viking influence throughout the UK and Ireland.
Donna wrote: "Barbara wrote: "Declan and Emma - thanks for saving me from research on 'shinty'. Speaking of 'more viking' - Dublin is probably the most Viking place in Ireland though the Corporation did a lot to..."Donna - I wouldn't recognize her but of course she'd want to get in on the fun!
Susan - I hope my dream trip comes to fruition:) also it is so cool the DG is a botanist! I can also rest assured by you that the content is accurate - and I mean that, and am not being sarcastic.
And if there is a group on GR discussing the tv series Outlander, I missed it. We should go there to discuss things.
I have decided to challenge myself to read at least 25 books by Northern Irish writers or on NI (non fiction) by the end of the year. I am already at 17 or 18 :)
@Barbara. Mary Robinson cut her political teeth in the preservation of Hume Street and was also involved in the Wood Quay protests. I thought you'd be interested in that.
50 years after seeing the movie MARY POPPINS, I am now listening to MARY POPPINS the book.
Its a very good film Theresa. Quite intresting and funny in its way
I read it years ago. Its quite different to the film i a lot of ways . Enjoy
I really like Saving Mr. Banks. How can you go wrong with Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson?
Yes. Mary in the book is more prickly than Mary in the movie.
Susan wrote: "I really like Saving Mr. Banks. How can you go wrong with Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson?"I agree that the film was really good but as it was Disney, they put their spin on it of course. Walt and PL never were friendly in the least and she did cry at the premiere and demanded that the animation sequences be removed. She wasn't even invited to the premiere at all - she went as someone's guest.
A new challenge, Barbara! :) You're 'out NIrelanding' me at present, as I've only read 12 NI based / NI authored books so far this year. In fact, looking back over my reads in the last 5 years, the most I've read in one year with any NI connection is 15. Saying that, on my TBR shelf, I currently have 9 NI books awaiting my attention, and I'm just getting started on Harry's Game...I look forward to seeing how you get on with this! :)
Jamie Lynn wrote: "Wow Donna! Well any author who lets anyone have movie rights will more than likely see changes. If they value the integrity of the books they write, they better be very careful about signing contra..."I totally agree, Jamie Lynn!
I really liked SAVING MR. BANKS. I didn't know much about the author, but it fills in why P. L. Travers wrote MARY POPPINS. You also understand the head butting between Walt Disney and P. L. Travers. He wanted MARY POPPINS to be lighthearted, and Ms. Travers wanted the MARY POPPINS to be the prickly character she created.
Walt in his affable got his way, and the author returned to the UK angry and resentful toward Walt Disney.
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I've also read more of Kabu Kabu, and I'm quite enjoying the departure from your standard sword, magic, and elf fantasy book. The short stories remind have a fairy tale or fable like quality and the Nigerian cultural elements make them unique. I should finish this one tonight!
I'm glad you're enjoying the McKinty, Sara-I don't know if I can take credit for the recommendation though, as quite a few across the group have read and enjoyed the series. There's a Sean Duffy playlist knocking about YouTube btw, with a lot of the music mentioned in the books featured.I can confirm that my reading slump is officially over, thanks to another thriller set in NI, albeit one written nearly 40 years ago, Gerald Seymour's 'Harry's Game'. It's fast paced and entertaining, and while no doubt the action is again hammed up, even for that time, Seymour definitely knew his setting when writing. I love the once contemporary views of Belfast portrayed in these types of novel. Barbara, this could be another good one to help you reach your 25 book NI target! :)
Theresa wrote: "There's also the film 'Saving Mr Banks' about the fraught relationship between P L Travers and Walt Disney, not that I've seen it."I'd like to see that movie.
Declan wrote: "@Barbara. Mary Robinson cut her political teeth in the preservation of Hume Street and was also involved in the Wood Quay protests. I thought you'd be interested in that."That is interesting. My friends who protested at Wood Quay fought for the preservation of Harcourt Terrace, which is off Adelaide Rd. near the canal. Their neighbor was Micheál Mac Liammóir who joined in their campaign. I know I have mentioned this before.
When searching for a link on MacLiammoir, I discovered this 2002 book:
The Boys: A Biography of Micheal Mac Liammoir and Hilton Edwards
Allan - I read Journeyman Tailor by Seymour this year and Harry's Game is on my to read list. Just found it on Paperback Swap and ordered it. I can't wait to regale my book group with tales of the dangers of Carrickfergus :)
@Mara. I loved the the original film of Mary Popping and I've recorded Saving Mr Banks with the intention of watching it soon. I'd be keen to know what you make of the book.before I consider reading it.
@Barbara. That district of Dublin is gorgeous. I think I owe
@Barbara. That district of Dublin is gorgeous. I think I owe
*... McLiommoir a debt of gratitude.
I want you to beef that up, Barbara. Talk about checking underneath your cars for bombs. Talk about the gun runners to the Sons of Anarchy motorcycle club. Make it good.I found Harry's Game in my TBR stack and I wondered where it came from. I must have gotten it from someone's recommendation. I will wait for Allan's review to see if I should read it.
Allan, we think of you or Barbara for NI reading recommendations. Not only that but our GR group is celebrating the month of Allan. You recommended both the monthly and quarterly read. That's a lot of responsibility for one man.
I love your phone, Declan. Mary Popping.
DAMN IT ALL TO HELL!
Mary - %@#&ing - Popping??!!
Mary - %@#&ing - Popping??!!
It probably won't surprise you to find out that I hate this ridiculous phone.
Declan wrote: "DAMN IT ALL TO HELL!Mary - %@#&ing - Popping??!!"
LMAO!!!!!
Susan, I have to point out the fact that it was Sara who nominated The Son this month, otherwise I wouldn't be able to sleep with the responsibility foisted upon my shoulders! :)I'll be aiming to start my 'reread' of The Son on audio toward the end of the week, when I finish the excellent 'Bonfire of the Vanities'.
GOOD MORNING DAVID MITCHELL PRE-ORDER!!!Will be starting The Bone Clocks later this morning!
Right as usual, Allan. I don't even know why I try. :)
Theresa, I think that Harry's Game was a tv programme alright-I'm not sure when it was on, though.
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