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Pamela(AllHoney), Fairy Godmother
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Dec 04, 2012 05:05AM
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Lisa, did you watch it? I actually bought the DVD I loved it so much.Melissa, I'm jealous. There's no more room for bookshelves in my house.
I enjoyed How to Train Your Dragon, bought it on DVD not that long ago. I asked for Brave for Christmas, I hope I get it! I wanted to see that one in theaters so bad, but it never happened. My little one's too small for movie theaters yet.
I was really happy to see my daughter put Brave down on her Christmas list! Now I can watch it whenever I want!
Abigail wrote: "Lisa, did you watch it? I actually bought the DVD I loved it so much."Yes, watched (and bought via downloadable streaming) How to Train You Dragon. Very cute. I had to watch something uplifting after The Casual Vacancy - several happy movies, in fact; it was so depressing.
Want to see Rise of the Guardians...thought it has had some complaints about being too dark for the holidays...still...maybe I'll sneak it in before Christmas.
Lisa Kay wrote: "Abigail wrote: "Lisa, did you watch it? I actually bought the DVD I loved it so much."Yes, watched (and bought via downloadable streaming) How to Train You Dragon. Very cute. I had to watch so..."
The Casual Vacancy was depressing as in bad or just kinda a depressing book because of what its about?
Melissa: I thought it was a good book, but some of the content is pretty depressing. It was a little slow-going in the beginning, mostly due to trying to keep all the characters straight, but I had difficulty putting it down closer to the end.
Heather L wrote: "Melissa: I thought it was a good book, but some of the content is pretty depressing. It was a little slow-going in the beginning, mostly due to trying to keep all the characters straight, but I had..."I almost bought it the other day, but I've been leary of spending what its priced for because I didn't know if I'd like her writing outside of HP.
I think I'll check the library. I'm so glad my town has one now so I can check out books rather than have to buy them all the time like I used to!
Melissa wrote: "The Casual Vacancy was depressing as in bad or just kinda a depressing book because of what its about?"Like Heather said, it is the content that is depressing.
Rowling writes beautifully, and she had a way with bringing characters to life. But, it is a very sad book. Beyond sad, really. Depressing.
I used a gift card to get both the book and the audio because I was in a group read and wanted to be able to write the Discussion Questions. Live and learn.
I do want to say that it might make a difference to someone who hasn't read a lot of that stuff, but as a nurse, I've heard all that horrible, depressing stuff before. There were about eight marriages, I think. Not a happy one in the whole town, rich or poor. Almost all the people were mean and nasty and backstabbing to one another. I think I know what Ms. Rowling was trying to say in this social commentary, but I don't think all marriages are like that.
Ha, Lisa Kay, I KNOW all marriages are not like that. As I said to my daughter the other day not that marriage is perfect all the time but when it works there is nothing better.
I don't want to read mean and depressing! Guess I'll be staying away from it.
My new kitty cat
What did you name him/her?
His name is Houdini because he did a disappearing act the first day we got him. It was gone for hours and we still don't know where he was hiding. lol
Yeah, they do that sometimes. My cat I had for 17 years hid in my husband's closet for hours and wouldn't come out.
He's coming out more often. I guess he's getting used to us now.
I was told he is 6 months old.
He is so fluffy! Cute. Are your kids happy?
My daughter adores him. The cat is very affectionate and loves all over her and she eats it up.
That is so neat. Early Christmas present. Does he sleep with her?
Yes, then he goes prowling.
Goes to vet next week. Getting neutered and his shots and stuff. But shhhh don't tell him ☺
He reminds me of the cat I had when I was a little girl! Cute!
Pamela(AllHoney) wrote: "Goes to vet next week. Getting neutered and his shots and stuff. But shhhh don't tell him ☺"Mumms the word.
He looks like a real sweetheart, Pamela.
out sick today. I probably won't be on much today.
Aw, Pamela...[image error]
Thanks! Feeling slightly better but still under the weather. And yes, kitty wants to play! I guess he didn't get the memo that I was sick. lol
*sends you a virtual laser pointer and chicken soup thoughts*
Thanks, Abigail!
I have two kids who are trying real hard to convice Mom they are to sick for school today. Hmmm... one has a "cough" and the other has a "tummy ache".
They are out for Christmas break in 3 days!
Glad you are better, Pamela!A little impatient, eh, Melissa? LOL!
Mine is congestion and cough and fever and massive headache. Hubby had it first and sad thing is - he rarely ever gets sick.
Hope you're feeling better soon, Pamela.
I live when my kids are "sick." I always say go to school and call me if it gets worse.
I'm trying to get over this! I know what you mean. When my daughter claims to get sick I'm not always convinced. She has fooled me before. Makes it hard to trust her now.
My kids are allowed so many "I just need the day off" days from school every year so it irks me when they lie about not feeling well to take a day off. She's already used her days for this sememster so she thought if she wasn't feeling well she could sleep in because she knew I had a Dr appt that morning.
My fever got worst. 101.8 but I'm still kicking. Just can't play too much right now.
Pamela, maybe you need a trip to the doctor. Take care of yourself.
Poor Pamela, hope you get better soon! Lots of fluids!
Thanks, everyone! Feeling a little better today. I don't think I have a fever now. Still congested, though.
At least it's a great excuse to spend the day in bed!
lol, I've been in the recliner because of my coughing.
My heart is broke over the tragedy in Connecticut. My daughter touched my heart with a comment she said in reply to someone stating the children went to a better place. "But their parents aren't!" So true! I will continue to pray for those parents and families.
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