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Well, they did it. I know HBO doesn't usually pull any punches--but I was worried that they wouldn't follow the books--especially in the latest episode. This story is so awesome. As far as main characters go, Tyrion is an obvious favorite--but Arya, now she kicks some serious ass. For those who haven't read the books--just wait. Or don't wait--cause that will take a year. Go get the books.

Any favorite villans yet?

So I have been here for a long time, albeit on and off. I post almost exclusively in politics these days, whereas, I used to post in all the forums pretty broadly. Part of that is that I am now much more politically active than I was 10 years ago when I joined. Mainly though, its just hoping beyond hope that when I get a reply, its from someone OTHER than archangel, or Jumbie. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate and consider ALL of Jumbie's posts. Sometimes I don't reply to him because he usually posts a really long article that I do not have time to read, OR I would really like someone else to weigh in! As far as arch is concerned, I am really tired of the same circular arguments that we have. No disrespect to him as a person, but our ability to have any kind of serious political discussion is limited by the fact that we are utterly diametrically opposed to one anothers point of view. Every argumnet we have must neccessarily go back to the beginning. Lately, I post things to balance out his stuff and without the rest of you weighing in, its not a discussion, its a soap box. Like i said, i've been here a long time, so if I have ever attacked anyone for their views rather than tried to discuss them with you (Benny) I apologize. But I would love it if more people posted in politics. I want all people to be thinking and acting politically whenever they can. Regardless of your beleifs the shit going on affects us all. Why not discuss it? (This includes Arnah. We have an international community here, we should know whats happening. Please post more.)

Shutter Island. I thought it was pretty cool.

Aarty--avocado?! Really? So good...

I hate eggs. Quiche can be "ok" and in fried rice it doesn't bug me, but just plain old eggs=barf. And strong tasting fish. Mild white fish, and shell fish, along with ahi tuna, I can do that, but salmon, trout, anchovies--ugh. Bleu cheese. Mold=yuk. Also, no organ meats.

Absolutely. I have a friend who taught in a Baltimore city school before The Wire came out. After she saw S4 she said that is exactly what it was like. Its rare that you see a show that not only addresses the class nature of the war on drugs, but also the political forces that intentionally hinder the project that the government took on and the reasons why. Awesome writing. There was an interview with Wendell Pierce on one of the special serves. He said that The Wire shows that "there is in fact an underclass" and the show points out who it benefits to keep those people there.

Prez became one of the characters I liked the most toward the end. Idiot Savant thought he may be. Carver too. Its funny how it was obvious from the first season how Carver and Herk would turn out individually--pretty much as expected--I thought that was a cool piece of continuity. I still love the second to last episode of season 2--with the Greek music-. What I loved about the final episode was

Yeah, Freamon has been one of my favorites from early on. I'm not as enchanted with McNulty as I'm supposed to be. Although his undercover stint in S2 was HILARIOUS. Maybe the look on Pearlman's face when she finds out is the funniest part about it but...

Anyway, someone writing fot that show has a serious jones for The Pogues. Love it.

Gotta say, Brother Mouzone is a pretty awesome character too. I think its a great fake out.

*Side note: Delaney Williams who plays Landsman is my former boss' cousin. Its like the fucking Patty Duke show. They are IDENTICAL. My former boss, Pat is about 70-80lbs lighter, but the resemblance is beyond extreme. Don't believe me? Go to www.pasticheme.com

He looked so old. That was not the man who made me want to be a hot archaeologist when I grew up! Also, I know Karen Allen as an aquaintance. I took a yoga class from her and she owns a hippy-lady store in Great Barrington, MA. It was just weird for me, She's like, my mom's age. They talk about hats and organic food.

Oh well, I was otherwise entertained. Could have done with a little less cheesy moralizing from Indy, but I'll live. I enjoyed the film. It is not in the top 3 for me, but I will watch it again someday.

Yes. Yes you do. On a side note did anyone else know that the actor who plays Stringer is British?

Personally, I like the non-horror adaptations the best-except Hearts in Atlantis. They could have done SOoooooo much more with that one. I mean we live in an age where indie film styles have become mainstream. He could have taken a page out of Altman's book for a story about a bunch of seemingly unrelated people who are tied together by common experience and aquaintances. Anyway, I never feel that the films are as scary/interesting as his books, and there is always a horrifying casting chocie that ruins an otherwise decent script i.e Molly Ringwald in The Stand, all 3 lead actors in the TV mini-series re-make of The Shining-seriously that was just unwatchable. Between the guy from wngs and that little mouthbreather moron of a kid, I have never gotten past the part where they take the little fucker to the doctor. Everytime I've seen it I hope they're having him put to sleep. Then, it was set in the goddamned 90's! Which practically renders the story impossible. The internet would have saved them.

Anyway, I'm gunning for an HBO mini-series of The Dark Tower personally.

I love this show. I was almost at the end of season 3 when Tim got here and I started all over again for his benefit with no complaints. Everything Nick and Sen tell you is true. One of the best shows ever. I NEVER liked cop dramas before this show, but its really different. Personally, I though Season 2 was the strongest so far. The show itself deals with true humantiy of everyone involved, whether they are cop or criminal, and blurs the lines between who are the REAL criminals and who are the REAL victims. Like Sen, one of my favorite characters is Omar, but I've got a lot of love for Bubs too.

Frank Sebotka was one of the greatest characters I've ever seen on television. That was a very well written character. He was fucking Shakespearean. Can't wait to see seasons 4 and 5! I love Netflix...

Sunshine. FUCKING AWESOME MOVIE. It's everything a movie should be. Seriously. I think Danny Boyle is becoming one of my favorite director's of all time.

Too old? The Saint is, dead. Can't get much older than that. I think he just wouldn't do it. He's all artsy/historical now. Doesn't go in for controversy or comic books much.

Hot Fuzz. Fucking love Simon Pegg.

No.

 

Christian clerics, in the Early Church all the way to and passed the Nicean Council allowed for Priests to marry. In fact, most priests were married with Children.

 

Now, after the fall of the Roman Empire and the onset of the Dark Ages, the Church, out of nessesity, changed this and implemented celebacy and chastity. (actually, this is one of the reasons, one of the main reasons)

 

Because there were no more Roman Legions protecting the roads and towns that littered the European country side, being a priest became a life threatining position.

 

The Church decided it would be easier to send a priest with no family to, say, war torn Brittania on his own than it would be to relocate him and his entire family.

Dude, that's really interesting. I never looked at it from that perspective before. Cool.

It is important to note that Augustine was married with children.

Huh. I always thought he had a mistress and bastards, but was in fact celibate. Once again, cool to know. Also interesting to point out that Augustine had serious mommy issues, which are probably related to his overt misogyny.

I really like your take on the RCC for the most part arch. It's logical and open-minded, but true to the doctrines etc. I still don't agree with the church on many many issues, but its nice to see one of its congregation with such a good perspective on how it works.

Opening credits: "Here Comes the Sun"--The Beatles

Waking up: "Tangled Up In BLue"--Bob Dylan

Average day: "Red Dragon Tatoo"--Fountains of Wayne

First Date: :" I Walk The LIne"--Johnny Cash

Falling in Love "Storybook Love"--Mark Knophler

Fight scene: " You Think You're a Man"--The Vaselines

Breaking up: "Old Shoes And Picture Postcards"--Tom Waits (if you don't know it, check out my myspace page, it's gorgeous!{the song not the page})

Getting back together: "Long Forgotten Fairytale"--The Magnetic Fields

Secret Love: "Haunted" --Shane McGowan and Sinead O'Connor

True Love: "Rainy Night in Soho"--The Pogues

Love Gone Wrong: "Fairytale of New York"--The Pogues

Life's OK: "The Good Life"--Weezer

Mental Breakdown: "Streets of Sorrow/Birmingham Six"==The Pogues

Driving: "Me and Bobby McGee"--Janis Joplin

Learning a lesson: "The Gambler"--Kenny Rogers

Deep thoughts: "Misguided Angel"--Cowboy Junkies

Flashback: "Pale Blue Eyes" --The Velvet Underground

Partying: "Tango 'til Their Sore"--Tom Waits

Happy Dance: "Brown Eyed Girl" VanMorrison

Regretting: If You See Her Say Hello--Bob Dylan

Long night alone: "Girl From the North Country" --Bob Dylan

Death Scene: "Dark Side of the Moon"--Pink Floyd

Closing Credits: "Hold On"--Tom Waits

Okay i apparently missed the entire graduation song joke until I saw the google list. That's pretty fucking hilarious.

1st ep 2nd season called "Man of Science, Man of Faith."

Umm, well only 1 episode has aired so far for season 2. I can tell you the episode title if it will help, but I really don't know where you can download it.

Ahhh! We just started Season 2 on Wednesday, and all I have to say is HOLY SHIT

We're finding out "What's in the hatch," and let me tell you, it's very FUCKING weird!

Kay, i know this isn't random, but Cowboy that might belong in th NSFW thread!

Chorcs.

Weird...a Harry Potter look-a-like is walking towards me

Anyway, "south" isn't neccessarily a location these days. It's a state of mind. Let's say this :Let the south go, but annex southern Florida.

So, my new roommate has brought technology into our home. This means DVR cable, surround sound stereo, cable internet, and season one of Lost on DVD. So now I have a new obsession. I love shit like this though, the weird, mysterious and occult have always been fascinating to me. Used to dig the X-Files a bunch, and Buffy, so not too surprised that I like Lost.

I love the setup of the show too. In every episode a different member of the ensemble cast has a handleful of "flashbacks" that add pieces to the puzzle. It's pretty damned cool.