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Whimsical Wednesday

27 Wednesday Mar 2019

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The Princess Bride, Whimsical Wednesday, Winnie-the-Pooh

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Well, I don’t know about all of you, but the last several days have been very confusing news wise. First there’s the long awaited Mueller report, which until it’s released in its entirety, has raised even more questions. Then there’s the jaw-dropping news regarding the Jussie Smollett case yesterday, which has me scratching my head. And then back to Individual #1, who instead of basking in the glory of not being found a traitor to the U.S. (well, at least not in the legal sense), has self-defeatingly gone back to declaring open warfare on the Affordable Care Act which God forbid he’s successful, will leave millions of Americans uninsured. And don’t even get me started on what’s happening with Brexit or all of Apple’s big announcements! Frankly, my head hurts. So, given that it’s Whimsical Wednesday, I found something that both captures my feelings and makes me laugh no matter how often I watch it. 

 

Words To Remember ~ The Mueller Report Edition

22 Friday Mar 2019

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Government Transparency, Patrick Henry, The Mueller Report, Words To Remember

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The liberties of a people never were, nor ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them.

~ Patrick Henry ~

Stranger Things Season 3 ~ “One Summer Can Change Everything.”

20 Wednesday Mar 2019

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Stranger Things Season 3

E21532A9-29B2-4D9F-B351-05800203F77AJust in case Stranger Things fans weren’t already psyched for season three to drop on July 4th, Netflix shared a new trailer this morning. If you haven’t seen it, grab some Eggos and check it out below.

 

 

Whimsical Wednesday

20 Wednesday Mar 2019

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”Something Rotten”, Jasper Fforde, Thursday Next series, Whimsical Wednesday

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If the real world were a book, it would never find a publisher. Overlong, detailed to the point of distraction—and ultimately, without a major resolution.

Jasper Fforde, Something Rotten (Thursday Next #4) 

A Natural Attraction: The Complete Story

13 Wednesday Mar 2019

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“A Natural Attraction” is Pete’s latest tale and while it’s longer than his usual stories, and it doesn’t feature one of his famous twists, it’s another example of this excellent author’s ability to get inside your head.

*Trigger Warning*: I don’t want to reveal any spoilers, but please be aware that this story does include some dark social issues that could be distressing to some readers.

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This is all fifteen parts of my most recent fiction serial, in one post.
It is a long read, at 19,675 words.

*Some adult content later, and potential triggers.*

Roxanne.

Roxanne was going to try to do her make up for the second time. The floods of tears had ruined her first attempt, so she had cleaned it all off. Staring at her unadorned face in the mirror, eyes red and puffy, she had to wonder where all those years had gone. But there was little time to reflect this morning. The cars would be here soon, and there were people waiting quietly downstairs, their muffled muttering drifting up from the room below. She sniffed loudly, and reached for the foundation.

The teenage Roxanne McCarthy had been something of a catch. Her straw-coloured bob made her stand out from the crowd, and her curves caught the eye of all the…

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Whimsical Wednesday

13 Wednesday Mar 2019

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Dundu Giants of Light Puppeteers, Whimsical Wednesday

Happy International Women’s Day!

08 Friday Mar 2019

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Google Doodle, International Women's Day

 

 

 

“Higher, Further, Faster”: The Curious Case Of Carol Danvers

07 Thursday Mar 2019

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Tomorrow is International Women’s Day, and the film debut of Captain Marvel. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than sharing this wonderful tribute to Carol Danvers by Brad.

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Discover What Makes Her A Hero

Carol Danvers: “I want to go to college. I’ve been working part-time almost two years now, but I’m still way short of the tuition fees. I need a loan. You’re my last hope, Dad.”

Pa Danvers: “And my answer’s still no. We live well, Carol, but I’m no millionaire. I can afford to send one of you kids to college and it’s going to be your brother, Steve.”

Carol Danvers: “That’s not fair!” 

Pa Danvers:“Life isn’t fair, kitten. Besides, you don’t need college to find a good husband.“

Carol Danvers: “Dad, who said I want to spend the rest of my life playing the happy homemaker?!” 

Pa Danvers: “Don’t take that tone of voice with me, young lady!” 

“Air Force?! Well, why the heck not?” the young teen Carol Danvers wonders, having stormed out of the family home after yet another…

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Whimsical Wednesday

06 Wednesday Mar 2019

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“Duet”, Glen Keane, Whimsical Wednesday

 

R.I.P. Keith Flint ~ 1969-2019

04 Monday Mar 2019

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R.I.P. Keith Flint

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I hate news days like this.

I can’t go out on stage and have glow sticks waved at me! That’s not representative of anything!

 

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