Thursday Thoughts
- For Good Friday last week, since I was off work and R was at his grandparents', I went to see the Host. Now, I loved the book, by Stephenie Meyer, so I had to give the movie a try. As usual, the book was loads better, but the movie wasn't half bad. I thought they did ok with casting, unlike with the Twilight movies, and it stayed pretty true to form in regards to the book. Overall though, I was left wanting more from the film.
- Since we're on the topic of movies, I've been watching the Hobbit whilst doing whatever it is I find myself doing after R goes to bed and before I head there myself. Anyhoo, although I did see this movie in the theater (during which I'm pretty sure I fell asleep), I find it lacking the same quality that The Lord of the Rings trilogy did, and I think they're taking advantage of the LOTR fans, by stretching this one book into a trilogy as well. That being said, I still plan to watch the other 2 when they come out. I just think the could have condensed things a bit, because honestly, even though I can have been watching for 15 min or so, I couldn't tell you one important thing that has happened. Oh well.
- Ok, my favorite Pinterest post of the week is this Six-Layer Chocolate Cake with Toasted Marshmallow Filling and Malt Chocolate Frosting!!! OMG...I can't even begin to think about it. I'd love to make it this weekend, but it's a plain jane apple pie I'll be making for my dad's birthday on Saturday. He does love the simple things...
- I've been busy at work on my Heirloom Nativity Samplers...yes, s and in plural. I'm doing 2 of them at the same time! And, as predicted, it is very time consuming, but I love it! I'll post up pictures soon of my work(s) in progress. Some of the stitching looks so intricate, it has a lace look to it. But, of course, it's just the specialty stitching. I can't wait to see what it looks like finished.
- Have you heard about Mr. Selfridge? Another of the British shows that's invading the US....and I think it's fabulous! It's not as good as Downton, but it's hard to compare to that, in my opinion. I can't wait for the 2nd season. I'm eagerly awaiting the return of Warehouse 13 also, later this month. It's such a good show!
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