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Fantastic natural colors. Love the reds.. not sure about the title though.... lol. xxx
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just a place holder so I could get it up there
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Nice to see an orange illuminated sky again. It's so grey here right now! It's a really good capture of the movement in the clouds shown in the centre. I don't know if it was the case, but I can just about imagine the distant breeze, hehe.
Glorious colours as always.
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it was taken before i left for Kuwait.. which is where I am and was for the holidays.. oh well.. haven't even taken my camera out of the bag while I have been here.. sad
cheers!
eric
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Oh I never knew that you were out of the country again. It's a shame that it always seems to be on or after the holidays for you. I suppose that's just the way it goes. Try not to feel too down about it ... if you are ...
You could always find a way of celebrating or having some fun when you get back. I meant to ask you how your PA thing was or is going ... but I know you're probably really busy right now.
BTW, I saw Howl's Moving Castle ... I can't remember if you said you had seen it or not, but it was really good. It's actually put me in a wistful nostalgic mood ... strange! Hehe.
Anyway, I do hope you get a chance to use your camera again soon. Take good care of yourself as well ...
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hopefully that was the last time.. it was a bad time to be deployed.. but when is ever a good time to be deployed?.. hehe
I celebrated by going home to Michigan.. it was good to eat all the foods that I grew up with.. to breath the cold clean air..
the PA thing is going alright.. finishing up my final class right now.. Microbiology.. then I head out 2 months from now.. early July.. start classes in early Aug..
I like Howl's.. very cool.. I thought the way they portrayed the war was very un-nerving.. but it's been too long for me to recall why..
no photography in the foreseeable future.. though.. it doesn't take much to snap a few pictures.. hmmm
cheers!
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Cold fresh air sounds good right about now. It's too humid here at the moment. Having food that you remember from childhood is a great way of finding some inner rest and comfort, that's for sure.
I think with "Howl's" ... it's most likely the sense of the emotion involved with the war. I wouldn't like to presume that's what you felt, I'm actually trying to recall it myself but there was a lot of pointless destruction and that can be unnerving. There's so much sadness in that. "Origin" has a similar feel to it as well. They are such engaging stories that you would be hard pressed not to be affected in some way.
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did you watch ponyo yet?
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I must have my head in the sand because I haven't heard of it before. I just looked up the trailer though and it looks really good! What's your opinion of it then?
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i thought it was geared more towards the 4-7 crowd.. but it was beautifully done.. miyazaki remains a genius
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Oh right. At least you can admire the quality of the animation or even the way he tells a story. Those elements are consistently strong which never fails to appeal. I may check it out if the cahnce comes up.
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you should just go.. no reason to wait for the chance.. unless it's unreasonably dangerous to go on your own..
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It can be dodgy at certain times if you're on your own, but that's with any place really. I'm going to be sitting amongst a bunch of kids if I do, hehe. There doesn't appear to be many adults going on their own. I don't think it's arrived here yet anyway. It's not showing in any of the cinemas I know. It's looks like I have some waiting to do!
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hehe.. I love the word "dodgy".. and I love how it's used..
why not take a friend? hmm.. do yall have to wait longer for movies to arrive there?.. strange
cheers!
eric
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I realised something ... it has actually been and gone. There was no advertising for it at all. It's quite a shame. None of my friends would have come with me anyway because they don't like anime ... it sounds bad but they only see things 'they' really want to see.
Generally, we do have to wait longer ... yeah. Sometimes with big films such as 'The Dark Knight' or something, they can come out practically the same time as 'yall' in America .. hehe. Most of the time, we have to wait though ... and I don't see the point because they get ruined since there has been so much buzz about it across the pond. Though the buzz for Twilight was over the top ... I recently saw that and (risking the chance that I'll get beaten up, but it's my opinion) it was utter crap. Way way too emo and it killed the vampire myth.
Either way, it's not good and you're right ... it is strange!
Feel free to add 'dodgy' to the vocab I already taught ya! Lol.
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that's too bad.. are your friends movie snobs?.. is their free time extremely limited? or is a theater ticket that pricy?..
hmm that sucks.. you would think that movies would come out at the same exact time in all english speaking nations.. especially ze "motherland" hehe .. I am sure there is a perfectly economical reason as to why they do not.. it always comes down to money.. I wonder if it came out faster “en Espanol” wouldn’t surprise me since that is the language of America’s 3rd world future..
you know I did get forced into seeing Twilight.. I made fun of it constantly for about a week.. speaking in a hushed hilariously tragic voice.. hmm.. I guess that is what is called "Emo" eh?.. that's a trend I am glad I missed..
cheers
eric
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Tickets are about £8 at the local which is roughly $13 ... not too bad compared to the ones in Leicester Square. I wouldn't call them snobs per se. I don't know how to say this without making it seem like I am having a go at them ... they are a little self centred when it comes to doing things like that ... they seem to only go for comedies, 80s classics or films like "Sex In The City" (shamefully, I do like the last one but it's not the only thing in the world). They do like some blockbuster films too but since one of them hasn't even seen Star Wars and calls it the movie with the gold robot, you may better understand their thinking.
It does suck! You're right. Lol, 'motherland' ... I suppose they would come up with some reason for it. I think with other European countries it can be different for one flimsy reason or another (you could be right about Spain) but generally, it's around the same time. Just curious, on the whole spanish thing, is it almost necessary to learn spanish in America? It seems that everyone practically speaks it from things I've seen or read.
Oh god, Twilight was bad. I couldn't believe it when he said to her 'Hold on tight spider-monkey'. That was bloody hilarious! And what's with the part where he can't go into sunlight because he shines like diamonds ... I mean, come on!!! The hushed voice was really bad too and the chemistry between them was worse. I only know it's emo because I've heard it so much around the net or on the tele. I'm glad I missed it as well, but then again, I was never one for trends.
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leicester square.. the odeon it's like mann's chinese theater for London eh?.. how much does a ticket cost there?..
nothing wrong with liking comedies.. or feel good 80s movies.. maybe they just like to focus on the positives of life.. there is quite a bit to feel down about in this world.. I guess people who like to be challenged by their movies are masochists in some respects (I am included in that group) movies are an escape after all.. speaking of which never watch "requiem for a dream" if you haven't already.. that's not a world anybody would choose to escape to.. it's a good movie.. but not in the way that will leave you happy with yourself.. or life in general.. you just feel dirty.. depressed.. if you never thought of suicide before that may be the day you start..
MOTHUHLAAAAAAANNNDUH!!.. forgive me.. had to get that one out..
oh yes.. it isn't a requirement to learn Mexican-Spanish yet.. but it should be.. English speaking people are being taken over and will be taken over in our lifetime.. so yes that will be one of my priorities once I graduate.. after all you can't treat your patients if you can't communicate with them..
haha.. Twilight.. seems to be doing quite well with the second installment.. have you seen it yet?.. it seems to have a bit more senseless violence then the first.. so.. looking forward to that.. I know better then to hold out for quality dialogue.. plot/character development..
cheers
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Yes, I suppose you could call it that. Leicester Square charges more after 2 pm, which is when the majority of people go and they are £15 each. Add to that I have to pay for a train ticket which is £6.40 for a 30 minute ride. That's $35 to see one film ... really not worth it for a regular basis.
Oh I do like a good 80s movie or comedy myself ... we have film nights centred around them. If it were just the case that they were focused on the positive it wouldn't be a problem, but since they are the most cynical people I know they are little harder to convince (they don't believe in marriage, children, and think every man is a cheater, for example). Just so you know, I say "they" because the ones I am referring to are actually sisters and tend to have the same outlook. I like be treated to different stories and outlooks so maybe I can be put in the "masochist" group you speak of. I've never seen "Requiem for a Dream", but thanks for the advice ... I get quite affected by films and having just read the synopsis, I don't think watching it would be a good thing. I know I would stay awake thinking about it. "A.I." made me really depressed because it's outlook was bleak and the ending was so finite. Any suggestions for the best escapist movie?
You think Spanish will take over where you are ... really! ... A lot of languages are combining that's for sure. I tend not to hear Spanish as much here as say, French or Indian languages like Urdu. London does have a huge mix though. Of course, for your patients, that's definitely important. At least Spanish is a bit easier to learn than Chinese, that's supposed to be on the rise as well.
I have not seen the second Twilight film yet but I may when it comes out on DVD or something. Hehe, senseless violence is always a great pull. I actually want to see "Law Abiding Citizen" before it leaves the cinema ... it looks really good!
I've realised the films that I choose to talk to you about are generally quite dark ... I really don't watch just violent films ... honest.
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I would go once just to say that I had gone.. that's probably where they get most of their business.. tourists..
wow your friends must be really young.. or they have never met a decent man.. was their father so terrible?.. I mean even at my lowest point.. when I just about gave up on finding a decent woman.. at least I knew one or two examples of good women.. (my mother and grandmother for instance).. so I knew they DID exist.. it's not like Santa Clause or the Easter bunny
not every man is a cheater by the way.. I can think of several that I know.. myself included.. who never have and never intend to.. I think a lot of women just don't know how to spot a good man.. first clue.. he isn't going to look a thing like a Hollywood celebrity..
I am so happy for you that you never watched "Requiem for a Dream".. it’s like you dodged a bullet there.. don’t watch it.. here is another good one to never watch "City of God".. I know what you mean about AI.. that was a terrible ending..
you know I was really affected by the movie “Up” (cried like a baby).. if you haven’t seen that yet.. it is definitely a good escapist movie.. I really liked: “The Incredibles” and “WALL-E”..
Most of the movies that I think are the best you have already seen… “
Nothing wrong with a little dose of the ultra violence.. now and again.. but you can’t watch only that.. I think it will screw you up in the head a bit.. speaking of that.. I previewed the movie “Bronson” last night.. there’s some violence for ya..
Cheers!
eric
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Oh wow ... it's snowing outside before Christmas for the first time in years. It looks magical ... hehe ... sorry I just had to share that. I'm having a moment.
The Odeon. Of course ... you have to have your own experience of it.
One friend is younger and the other is older than me. Their father isn't terrible either but their relationship with him is alien to me ... there seems to be no talking. That could also be because they are Hindu though they were raised unconventionally. But no, they haven't found decent men as they're expectations are not of this earth and not believing in marriage ... they don't seem to want 'decent'. I think you hit the nail on the head when you said about Hollywood celebrities ... that's what they are after.
I do have low points myself but I've managed to hold on to the fact that not every man is a cheater. I really don't share the same viewpoint and I have some good family role models too. Luckily, I'm not attracted to the Hollywood ideal either. It's too bland. So at least I'm not affected by that 'first clue' you mentioned, lol. I know I have to stay open to the possibility (unlike my mates) ... Thanks for the male input by the way.
I bought "City Of God" for my brother for Christmas last year but never watched it. I didn't think that it looked like a happy-go-lucky one. This is good because now I don't have to waste time making myself depressed .. I can do better things.
I haven't seen "Up" so I will put that on my list (especially if it affected you that much). It's not really what I would call a great film but I had a heart wrenching moment in "Hope Floats" when the little girl screams out for her dad. That's just so sad. Oh yes! I really wanted to watch "Wall-E" too ... that's another I have to see.
I knew you were going to suggest " Princess Mononoke " and I have seen the others. They are great movies. "My Neighbour Totoro" was so good and the little girl made me feel a bit teary. "Kiki's Delivery Service" is okay. It has something but I don't think it has the magic of the others. Those movies are great though as they pay such close attention to mood and atmosphere even when there is no dialogue. It does take you out of reality for a while.
I liked "What Dreams May Come" ... it's not strictly escapist but it has the balance between sadness and happiness (unlike bloody "AI"). Oh btw, never watch "The Fountain" unless you have already. I still have no idea what that's about. It has moments of clarity and then decends into a haze. I'll have to think of some others.
Haha ..."screw you up in the head" ... that it will, for sure! Yeah, "Bronson" I think is a bit extreme for me to see ... some things are too real for comfort. If you know what I mean. It seems that I do have a limit.
Have a fantastic weekend!
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you have to thank global warming for all the snow.. I think.. right?.. hehe
well.. I guess at least they will find a very beautiful cheater to marry.. hmm.. so.. unrealistic..
there are plenty of great men out there.. most of them are not the "sweep you off your feet" type.. most of them probably are too intimidated to approach you.. and wont talk to you out of "respect" (read fear).. actually you probably want a man with a few barriers since after you break them down for yourself.. you don't want it to be easy for another woman to get inside.. just a thought..
my girlfriend keeps telling me to watch "P.S. I love you".. but she refuses to watch it with me because it makes her cry too much.. hehe.. maybe I will watch that one night..
I have seen “What Dreams May Come” it’s one of my favorites.. there is a movie coming soon called “Lovely Bones” that has similar heaven sequences in it.. I can’t wait to see it..
Yeah I already fell victim to “The Fountain”.. actually I went out and bought it because I loved “
Sometimes grit for grit’s sake takes it a bit far.. really great movies can seem to be bigger then life.. to the point of distorting our own views of reality.. that’s where the danger lies.. we are reality.. not what’s on screen..
Cheers
eric
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Yes, it's not really a good sign is it? We've had a few more days like it with some rain and sun mixed in. I don't know what's going on.
Heh, yeah, if they get married at all. I just had a horrible chat with them last weekend ... about kids and how people should have had them by 30, latest 35. Actually, I was being talked at. It's so depressing and I ended up just zoning out. It gets tiring having to listen to it all.
I hope so. The ones who say anything to me are always idiots and really disrespectful (bordering on vulgar). A couple of them turned nasty. Anyway, that's why it's hard to find a great man because of the barriers and the hesitation ... on both sides really. I know I've built up quite a few myself. There's nothing wrong with being a little guarded. You are definitely right about that. In the end, I suppose it makes it all the more worth it when this great guy turns up or I find him. Hehe.
I haven't seen "P.S. I Love You" yet. I've heard mixed reviews on whether it's tearful. I think it depends on the kind of person you are. I know I get really involved with films like that. And I can understand why she doesn't want you to see her crying. At least you are open to the idea of watching it. Too many people classify it as a "chick flick" here. A term which I hate.
"What Dreams May Come" is great on every level right?! I love the visuals too. I've seen the trailers to "Lovely Bones" now. It looks intense on an emotional level. It's not one that I would see in the cinema necessarily. I'll most likely watch it on DVD or something.
Yes that's exactly it. It was as if the director expected you to understand it regardless. Visually, it's a beautiful film which I can appreciate and I do like the quiet moments of it. Like when they are sitting in the snow and just talking. That was the only scenario I understood actually .. where he was a scientist and she was dying and he was trying to save her. I got into that part and the sorrow he felt of her loss there, but it soon lost ME again after that. On the subject of Hugh Jackman, I've been lent "Australia" so I'll soon be seeing that. Obviously, it's not in the same tone as the ones we've spoken about, but any thoughts ...
Leigh
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funny.. I always wanted children.. I thought I would be the first one of my brothers to have children.. turns out it was our baby sister who went first.. I am still waiting
you will find your man.. but you certainly have to be where people are and not all walled up in your apartment.. I didn't start meeting people again until I went back to college.. a lot of people meet through church.. social groups.. mutual friends.. it's all about "pre-filtering" and finding people who have the same interests as you.. then again if your friend's judgment sucks it could backfire.. like it did on me
haha "chick-flick" I think that term originated here.. I got over that once I started dating.. it is true though that some movies are almost entirely inaccessible to me but most women seem to adore them (I know I am about to "put my foot in it".. but trust me).. I am thinking “Moulin Rouge” (which was arguably a "good movie".. just completely not for me).. most are not so painful..
wow I can't believe you haven't seen "Australia" yet!.. you will love it! I watched it three times.. which is quite a commitment.. it is long.. but a really beautiful movie.. I would love to shoot that country.. the little aboriginal boy in the movie is completely adorable.. enjoy!
cheers!
Eric
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I do too, it's the idea of the time limit that annoys me a little. It doesn't help that I speak to people who don't want them I suppose. They are good friends but so one sided and judgemental when it comes to relationships and children. I've been around so many people who have had broken marriages and "surprise" pregnancies that I just want to make sure that I do it right. In terms of family, I think I am actually the only one without, if I include cousins too.
How did this conversation get so deep ... hehe. I'm definitely not going to use my friends as judges of good character, haha. Their judgment sucks big time! And I've been there and done that. Anyway, thanks for the optimism ...
"Chick flick", I can believe that! There's "Bro-mance" as well now, isn't there ... and they seem to be about shagging everything in sight. Your foot is only slightly in it, mainly because I first saw that film on a plane and absolutely hated it. It was only later that I was dazzled by the look and all the fast moving colours, hehe. That always does it! I never actually considered that a chick flick before either, but oh well ...
You've watched it three times! That is a recommendation. I've always wanted to go to Australia ... I do have fmaily there but the scenery just seems so breath taking. It would be really good to go from one city to the next as well. It's such a long trip to get there that you'd have to make it worth it. Anyway, I'll tell you what I think later about the film.
Hope your weekend's great!
Leigh
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It’s not so much a time limit.. but more like the law of diminishing returns.. don’t drag your feet on love is all I am saying.. fate only does about 40% of the work for you.. and you can totally screw up the other 60%.. that being said.. peer pressure is never good motivation.. and I think you are spot on about waiting for it to be right.. but like I said before.. you got to be where the people are.. and I am not talking about the Pub or the Club either..
There are more “Good men” out there then you think
Haha Bro-mance… hehe Sparkles!!! They got you Leigh!!
Another might be “The Notebook” that one got me into real trouble with my girlfriend and her mom
Well.. did you watch Australia or not?
Cheers
eric
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Haha, no pubs and clubs are not the places to go for love, unless your idea of love is someone who's (most likely) drunk and 'on the pull'. Anyway, I do hear you loud and clear and you are totally right. I don't like the idea of waiting for love because that sounds so passive but I'm not someone who rushes into these things either. I'll see what happens next ...
"Good men" ... the holy grail ... ha ha!
They did! All I need is sparkly things to be in my vision and I'm entertained for hours, hehe!! Either that or I'm easily pleased.
No! I can't stand "The Notebook". Saw it once and I really did not get that one at all. I thought it was going to be a really good story because of all the hype but it ended up being a let down. I really did not like the ending ... it just seemed like there was no hope throughout. I didn't believe their romance either.
Yes, I watched "Australia"! I bet you thought I was going to say I hadn't. That film was looonngg! I did enjoy it though after the cattle drive part and the return back to the town, I felt like it could have stopped there and then had an "Australia 2". I love the fact that she didn't end up being a character who needed to be saved, but that they were kind of saving each other. I wasn't sure it was going to be like that with all the screaming she did at the beginning about her clothes being on the floor (that was a tiny bit irritating). All the relationships were believable though in this ... at one point I thought why isn't she attacking them for taking the boy away ... that was a gut wrenching moment. As well as when Hugh Jackman thought she was dead and then she wasn't. I loved the action too and the way they filmed it. I'm going to watch it again soon because I want see if I get any more from it on second viewing.
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you are the ace.. I am just some lame dude with a camera
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