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[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

Jackie Chan zombie would be pretty awesome...

[David P]

I watched the Expendables 2 a few days ago. Maybe #3 should be a zombie flick! :) Chuck, Arnold, Sly, and Dolph take on a horde?

[Anton]

Why all the hate for Chuck though! I hear so many jokes all the time, who comes up with these things! lol

[David P]

It's not hate... It's respect! :)

"When you open a can of whoop-ass, Chuck Norris jumps out.

"Chuck Norris once had a near death experience. Needless to say, Death now refuses to come near him.

"People say the truth hurts, but it hurts a hell of a lot more when it comes from Chuck Norris.

[Tammy K.]

Susan,
Wonder woman would be a too cold and too sexy for my granddaughters ages.
I can't blame your daughter for wanting to dress up as Boba Frett. Cool armor, cool gun.
While wonder woman's costume and for that matter her personality is outdated, but both were created by and for men.

[Susan]

He's her favorite character, for that matter, mine also.

I have older boys, so I've been thru the boys costumes for ages now. Was hoping for something more feminine, but it's her childhood. She needs to enjoy it :)

[Tammy K.]

Agreed. :-)
I am not saying that my understanding of the characters that today's young girls like is up to date, but that I've noticed my granddaughters tendencies towards the my little pony (original not the new one) cartoons.
I think that I'd rather that they get the lessons (laughter, loyalty, kindness, generosity, and honesty) from fully clothed characters.
However, I'm thrilled they did not ask for a my little pony costume.
I think shows like the Power Rangers took up the challenge of battling the older generations public images of girls being capable combat fighters for the cause of good, while wearing other items then a bikini top and some super tight, skimpy shorts?
Yet sadly, that perception has been slow to follow in other forms of media.

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

I'm trying to decide which superheroes my girls wouldn't be allowed to dress up as. Power Girl and Starfire top that list.
Of course, we almost always have snow for Hallowe'en, so it makes skimpy costumes almost impossible. That's a bonus!
I've seen a pink Boba Fett costume. It was pretty epic.

http://www.8daysageek.com/wp-content/...

[Tammy K.]

That pink Boba Frett costume is adorable.
It's amazing what a can of spray paint can do.
I've noticed the trend of making toys that would have been thought of as strictly little boys into little girls by simply offering them in pink.

[Anton]

David wrote: "It's not hate... It's respect! :)

"When you open a can of whoop-ass, Chuck Norris jumps out.

"Chuck Norris once had a near death experience. Needless to say, Death now refuses to come near him.

..."


Chuck Norris should do those Dos Equis beer commercials!

As for modest looking Superheroes, well, there aren't too many. But in the recent line of comics, they're starting to change now in appearance. Superman for example, has shed his red underwear and now wears an armored suit.

[David P]

Anton wrote: "Chuck Norris should do those Dos Equis beer commercials!..."

Actually, there is quite a competition between Chuck and The Most Interesting Man in the World. Following is a list of attributes to judge the two. You pick the winner!

Quote #10

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris had a role in Star Wars. He was The Force.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

He is the only person to ever ace a Rorschach Test.

Quote #9

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris doesn’t need Twitter. He’s already following you.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

He once had an awkward moment, just to see how it feels.

Quote #8

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris once arranged M&M’s in alphabetical order.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

If he were to pat you on the back, you would list it on your resume.

Quote #7

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris doesn’t call the wrong number. You answer the wrong phone.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

If he were to punch you in the face, you’d have to fight off the urge to thank him.

Quote #6

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris has a website. It’s called the internet.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

If he were to mail a letter without postage, it would still get there.

Quote #5

Chuck Norris:

There is no theory of Evolution. Just a list of creatures Chuck Norris allows to live.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

Every time he goes for a swim, dolphins appear.

Quote #4

Chuck Norris:

When Chuck Norris pokes you on Facebook, you can feel it.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

He speaks fluent French, in Russian.

Quote #3

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris once urinated in a semi-truck’s gas tank as a joke. That truck is now known as Optimus Prime.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

His blood smells like cologne.

Quote #2

Chuck Norris:

Jesus walked on water. Chuck Norris swims through land.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

Sharks have a week dedicated to him.

Quote #1

Chuck Norris:

Chuck Norris tears cure cancer. Too bad he’s never cried.

Most Interesting Man in the World:

Even his enemies list him as their emergency contact.

[Anton]

Wow, David, that just cracked me up! I enjoyed reading that, very cleverly written jokes. Heh.

[Susan]

Ok. Completely changed my mind. Pink boba fett is a winner. Now Im hunting :)

[T.W.]

I am fairly new, but I am an author, and I also have a regular review column on my blog.

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

Susan wrote: "Ok. Completely changed my mind. Pink boba fett is a winner. Now Im hunting :)"

YAY! If you succeed in your hunt, I hope there will be pics!

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

T.W. wrote: "I am fairly new, but I am an author, and I also have a regular review column on my blog."

Welcome, TW! Glad to have you here.

[David P]

T.W. wrote: "I am fairly new, but I am an author, and I also have a regular review column on my blog."

Welcome T.W. Brown! I've read some of your titles. :)

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

There are some new guidelines! Or rather, not really new, but explicitly stated. So that's fun! you can find them here: http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...

That's why there's a pop-up happening when you post, if anyone is wondering. It'll stay up until everyone has had a reasonable chance to read them, at which point it will only appear to new members. If anyone has any questions, they can PM a Mod!

Chuck Norris approves of this post.

[Tammy K.]

Thanks for the update on the rules. However I did not get any pop up with this post. I am thinking you mean that its for new member?

[Ian]

Tammy K. wrote: "Thanks for the update on the rules. However I did not get any pop up with this post. I am thinking you mean that its for new member?"

No, I just got them.

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

It should appear to the right of the text box that you're typing into when you post. Unless you're using a mobile device, maybe. Then it appears at the top of the Group page. That's how it appears on my phone.

[Tammy K.]

Yes it shows on my kindle fire but not my Acer tablet unless I request the desktop display

[Netanella]

Is there a way to get the pop-up to say "This post approved by Chuck Norris"? That would ROCK

:P

[Tammy K.]

How about it saying : zombie tested

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

Netanella wrote: "Is there a way to get the pop-up to say "This post approved by Chuck Norris"? That would ROCK

:P"

YES IT WOULD!

[David P]

I thoroughly enjoyed the zombie book I finished reading last night, but it looks like I am not supposed to discuss it or tell you what it was. However, I can assure you that Chuck Norris would have liked it too.

Note: Chuck Norris can kill your imaginary friends.

[Susan]

Poor chuck. :)

[Tammy K.]

OK you know how they rank storm windows and doors hurricane winds/rain?
What would you do to zombie proof your house?
I read some of Ian's ideas on his blog once, and I hope he shares them but to stir up the chat thread tonight, list five things you'd do right off to zombie proof your house.

[Anton]

I'm starting to think it is impossible to think of Chuck as "Poor Chuck" anymore, after reading all these quotes.

As for books, I'm done with H10 N1, and am looking for my next book. I'm thinking about starting "Interrupt" It seems promising, the zombies in it are sort of like zombie Neanderthals.

[Tammy K.]

If you are interested in talking about books that you've read I think the group thread what's on your to read list is about that, or at least that is my understanding of that thread?

[Anton]

Tammy K. wrote: "OK you know how they rank storm windows and doors hurricane winds/rain?
What would you do to zombie proof your house?
I read some of Ian's ideas on his blog once, and I hope he shares them but to s..."

Garlic and Silver crucifixes on all windows and doors!

[Jim]

David wrote: "I thoroughly enjoyed the zombie book I finished reading last night, but it looks like I am not supposed to discuss it or tell you what it was. However, I can assure you that Chuck Norris would have..."

You can create a thread under the Book Discussions folder for discussing specific titles. That way you can focus on that book.

[Tammy K.]

Anton wrote: "Tammy K. wrote: "OK you know how they rank storm windows and doors hurricane winds/rain?
What would you do to zombie proof your house?
I read some of Ian's ideas on his blog once, and I hope he sha..."

ok
I'd have gone with
sealing off the window by my front door.
Securing the front door
I live upstairs so how about Boobie trapping the stairs?
Filling the bathtub with water.
Getting out my emergency supplies including my back up chocolate.

[David P]

Tammy K. wrote: "OK you know how they rank storm windows and doors hurricane winds/rain?
What would you do to zombie proof your house?
..."

In your situation the Zombie Survival Guide recommends destroying the stairs (not booby trap) and using a rope or retractable ladder instead.

Nevertheless, it sounds like you would be surrounded and besieged in an unsustainable position. Perhaps the government, or a good Samaritan would arrive to save you, but don't hold your breath. At least you have lot of eBooks in your cloud to read while holed up. So I suggest getting a solar powered charger for your eBook device and download as many books as possible before the internet crashes.

On the other hand, you could get an RV and armor it. Or better yet a houseboat in a large lake or the ocean. Mobility is the key to survival in modern war and apocalyptic events (unless you already live in a remote and secure location). Fixed fortifications in the face of the enemy are monuments to the stupidity of man. IMHO

[Tammy K.]

David wrote: "Tammy K. wrote: "OK you know how they rank storm windows and doors hurricane winds/rain?

What would you do to zombie proof your house?
..."
......
Nevertheless, it sounds like you would be surrounded and besieged in an unsustainable position. Perhaps the government, or a good Samaritan would arrive to save you, but don't hold your breath. At least you have lot of eBooks in your cloud to read while holed up. So I suggest getting a solar powered charger for your eBook device and download as many books as possible before the internet crashes......
Fixed fortifications in the face of the enemy are monuments to the stupidity of man. IMHO
..."
That's the spirit David.
Thanks for playing.....

[Ian]

A really good zombie-proof house isn't all that functional for pre-apocalyptic use, so I wouldn't suggest using your own home.

Survival Tips: Using the Foreclosure Crisis to Your Advantage

http://www.zombie-guide.com/survival-...

[Tammy K.]

Thank Ian
The question was only a way to stir up chat. What would you do at the very moment you realized zombies were just up the street kind of thing. Not what would one do if they were "planning" ahead.
___

So today's Thursday what are your plans for the weekend?

[Ian]

Tampa Comic Con Saturday. Pretty stoked. Maggie and Tyrese will be there.

[David P]

Ian wrote: "Tampa Comic Con Saturday. Pretty stoked. Maggie and Tyrese will be there."

Have fun, Ian! I was at Comic Con in San Diego. What a blast! Making plans for ApocaCon (at the Long Beach Zombie Walk on October 26). Just set up group rates at the Renaissance hotel today. All zompoc fans welcome. Several members of this group will be there too.

[Ian]

Wish I could go, David, but I'm pretty much blowing the budget to go to Walker Stalker Con in Atlanta on November 1st.

[David P]

Ian wrote: "Wish I could go, David, but I'm pretty much blowing the budget to go to Walker Stalker Con in Atlanta on November 1st."

That sounds like fun too! Is it a Walking Dead con?

[Tammy K.]

I seen on Cedrics' homepage that he was in a rough patch.
In case you are reading this thread Cedric, I wanted you to know that I'm thinking about you, wishing the best.

http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/...#

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

That's very kind, Tammy.

Best wishes if you're watching, Cedric.

[Netanella]

Ian - I'm close to Tampa! Land O Lakes, Florida, baby, home of senior citizen nudists who thankfully mostly took to the indoors once air conditioning arrived in the last quarter century!

[Netanella]

Good vibes, Cedric!

[Ian]

David, that's exactly what it is. Almost the entire cast will be there and some other awesome zombie folk. TBH, I'm really excited to meet Judith O'Dea more than anyone. Maybe I'm old-school.

http://www.walkerstalkercon.com/

Netanella, I'm a few hours south in Port Charlotte. Luckily, most of our seniors usually keep their clothes on.

[Elizabeth, Zombies! Mod]

Welcome, Misty! Glad to have you here!

[Tammy K.]

Hi Misty, welcome.

It was suggested to me that I should purchase a solar charger for my kindle so that when I am hold up waiting for the first wave of zombies and escapees to bite the big one, I can read stories. (and talk on my cell)
Done

www.getsolarcharger.com

[Tammy K.]

Misty,
I probably should have separated my two thoughts better there. The hi and welcome was for you.
The second part was a general comment to the group members about something said on the last page.

Sorry for any confusion. :-)

[Angie]

Hi my name's Angie and I'm from Manchester,England and I do love zombies. Reading about them and watching them on tv. I've been on goodreads for a couple of months and I love all the new books I can get now that I couldn't previously read.