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It's not you, it's hard to be a fan this season.

I agree Carly, I think I am most disappointed in the choreography. You can really tell that there aren't any Mia routines, KWIM? And then the bigger names are only doing group numbers - Tyce, Wade, etc. I have been really disappointed with the hip hop. It also seems that the season has been ballroom heavy. I do notice Ryan but I think it is because of his muscles. He's the biggest guy physically so he stands out.

Jenn, what did you think of the fight scene? I wasn't really a big fan. I don't know that we needed more action and it didn't further the plot. I would rather those 3 minutes been spent at Sam's house explaining imprinting!

Dakota Fanning was really good, but it was a really small part. She was on-screen for maybe 10 minutes?

I really liked the movie! Though, I thought #1 was bad so there was no way to go but up! Also, New Moon wasn't my favorite of the books. This script did follow the book more than the first. As much as I love the Twilight Saga, I haven't been very fond of some of the casting. I used to hate Kristin Stewart but she became much more likeable in this movie (at least to me). I'm not a fan of Jasper or Rosalie - they just aren't who I pictured while reading. It's not a huge deal because they don't have major parts, but... I have trouble liking Esme because I just keep thinking about her as the crazy chick from Grey's Anatomy. The Volturi were cast well, as were the Wolf Pack. In general, the acting was better. Jacob is H-O-T HOT! 17 year old boys didn't look like that when I was 17 and I demand a do-over! I have been pretty neutral, yet favoring Edward but that movie makes me consider Team Jacob! The first time Jacob took off his shirt, the whole audience gasped then oohed! Overall I really enjoyed it. I do feel like I need to see it again just to process it. There was such a frenetic vibe in the theater, I don't know that I really absorbed all that was going on. Observations without giving too much away: *Jessica Stanley was cast perfectly! *I thought the depression sequence was well done *I think Bella & Edward were more touchy feely in this than they were in the book. *I can never figure out how much Charlie "knows" re: vamps and wolves *Some of the spinny/panning camera work was a little much for me *Again, Jacob is a tasty little morsel of jail baity goodness *Edward's left nipple is weird. I heard lots of comments about that when he took his shirt off *I heart Alice *There was no discussion of Imprinting with the Wolf Pack and that surprised me as it is a pretty big theme later in the series. *I thought the Edward visions were a little much/corny. Narration would have been fine or have him be more in the background - The exception to this is the graphics when he was with Bella in the water. *The scene where Bella dreams that she is changed - Cheesetastic! Lots of giggles in the theater *The end scene made me teary. When it ended I was like WTF?!? Talk about cliff hanger (not that I don't know what happens) Collective groan from the theater *Don't know if Stephenie Meyer did a cameo. If so, I didn't see her. I need to skim through the book and see what was left out. I wanted to re-read but ran out of time. All in all I give it 2 thumbs up and will probably see it again in the theater and will buy the DVD.

I have found that ctv.ca is the best. They aren't super high quality but they get the job done. I like that you don't have to join anything etc. Car - you are going to love Legacy's routine!

OK, new plan! I am going to the double feature tonight! Twilight at 9:00 and New Moon at 12:01! I am giddy excited! I know I'm a huge dork and I accept that! LOL

Quote: Originally Posted by pinayflava yay i can't wait! somehow i will incorporate twilight into my wedding....lol Have you seen the wedding cake Let me see if I can find it... Here you go! 28 Creative and Amazing Twilight Cakes ? New Moon Movie Some are better than others, LOL

I'm heading to the 1 pm show on Friday. Hopefully it will be full of screaming 30 year olds instead of screaming teeny boppers! LOL I was shocked to see how many screens this was showing on! One theater here has 8 shows starting between 12:01 and 12:30 on Thursday/Friday AM!

I'm sticking with it. I have noticed more and more the judges' sutble ways of influencing the voters. They say "when you are in the top 10" vs. "if you make it to the top 10". They also gloss over mistakes if they like the couple - for example, the final lift that Legacy and Kathrine did, just did not work. She didn't get a hold of her ankle and it looked like he kind of dropped her, but the judges were saying how great they were. I'm wondering if they threw Kevin & Karla? under the bus last night after last week when Mollee and Nathan should have been in the bottom. I think the bottom 3 will be Kevin & Karla? Is that her name? I keep forgetting. Channing and Victor, and I can't figure out the last one. It's probably someone really good that just lost the popularity contest.

I did the same thing Margie, didn't watch Generation Kill. But, I may have to check it out! A lot of times networks will choose actors that have done shows for them before. Maybe I need to watch so I can be on the lookout for Alcide?

WOW! Jess, that is all I can say! WOW! I can't believe your wedding day is finally here! I can't wait to see how everything comes together and for you to see how all of your hard work pays off. Best wishes to you and Paul as you start this new, exciting chapter of your lives!

Cory - you're right. Channing is not a big girl, power house is the adjective I was looking for. I just meant that she couldn't be thrown around, at least by someone Phillip's size. Yael, I'm a little underwhelmed myself, especially after the big hoopla during auditions that Season 6 would blow Season 5 out of the water. Seasons 4 & 5 are my favorite!

HA! I'm glad you brought that up Carly, because I kind of get a Matt vibe from him. I have NO idea why. I thought I was a weirdo!

And now for my re-cap, LOL There are spoilers, so if you haven’t watched you may want to skip this post. Ryan & Ellenore – Argentine Tango – They could do no wrong! He is such a strong guy and those lifts all looked effortless. I know Ryan isn’t a tango dancer but this was pretty close to his specialty. He’s a judge favorite for sure so I don’t see him going anywhere anytime soon. How weird was Ellenore making those alien noises? It kinda creeped me out! Phillip & Channing – Samba – This was a STRUGGLE! I felt so bad for them! But, I think part of the problem is that Channing is a bigger, more muscular girl. She would probably do better with the lifts if she had been paired with Ryan – He’s really the only strong guy this season. You could tell at judging they were nervous. It was kind of sucky that Nigel made a big deal of the girls going home then just told Phillip to step forward and said buh-bye. Victor & Bianca – Broadway – I thought they did better than the judges gave them credit for. It wasn’t my favorite piece at all. I agree that Bianca hadn’t grown but I think she would have gotten a lot of votes. It makes me wonder if they judges picked her because she auditioned and was so close so many times but they knew they needed to get rid of her so they didn’t end up with another Evan. Peter & Pauline – Jazz – I love Wade. He’s just so out there. Pauline did a great job and Peter held his own! I can see them being a good pair later and he’s muscular enough to lift her. Legacy & Kathryn – Contemporary – This was a turning point with Legacy for me. I wasn’t a huge fan before but I think he did a great job and showed a softer side in his interview. Kathryn was really under the radar! I didn’t know she was that good! Nathan & Mollee – Bollywood – Holy Pirouette Batman! Nathan’s spins were insane! I heart him. He reminds me of my Gay BFF Kupono. Mollee did a good job too. I can see the two of them getting more comfortable with each other and the lifts. Of course, I also think they are going to start dating and go to the prom and dance to some Taylor Swift song! LOL Russell & Noelle – Hip Hop – No Bueno! About halfway through this I was feeling awkward just watching! Poor Noelle looked like she was about to cry the entire time the judges were talking to her! I thought Russell did a good job so I don’t really know why he was criticized. Kevin & Karen – Hip Hop – Karen is H-O-T hot! She keeps out performing Kevin. Not a big fan of her outfit but I guess that isn’t a big deal. I also want to know what an ice cream paint job is. Jakob & Ashleigh – Viennese Waltz – I liked this one and I liked Ashleigh! She seemed more humble? And didn’t mention Ryan at all after the dance. Those kisses were pretty smoochy but I guess that just shows she has good chemistry with Jakob. He did pretty well with the lifts, but I think if they got a hard core Disco they would be in trouble. Lastly, I just want to say that I am not a fan of the new set. I think it is too big and that they aren’t covering the stage enough in the time allotted. I don’t like all of the props and the big backgrounds. It takes away from the dancing and the cameras are doing all kinds of crazy moving and angles!

You never know Karla, she is a ballroom dancer so she might have an advantage. I get the feeling they will keep her around for a bit to create drama. And Nigel gets all creepy and googly-eyed with pretty girls so he'll stand up for her just so he can look at her. She reminds me of Jeanette from last season. I guess it's a ballroom thing to be over expressive? The judges will choose who goes home tonight again as well. Next week (after baseball) it will go back to the Wed/Thurs schedule with call in votes.

So you all know how I am about spoilers...I LOVE THEM! It's like they make the week go faster or I get a little fix, IDK. If you are interested here are the pairings for the week according to the internet! . . . . . . . . Ryan & Ellenore – Argentine Tango – Miriam Larici & Leonardo Barrionuevo Phillip & Channing – Samba – Tony Meredith & Melanie LaPatin Victor & Bianca – Broadway – Tyce Diorio Peter & Pauline – Jazz – Wade Robson Legacy & Kathryn – Contemporary – Stacey Tookey Nathan & Mollee – Bollywood – Nakul Dev Mahajan Russell & Noelle – Hip Hop – NappyTabs or Jamal Sims Kevin & Karen – Hip Hop – NappyTabs or Jamal Sims Jakob & Ashleigh – Viennese Waltz – Tony Meredith & Melanie LaPatin I see some potential for great numbers and also some really scary ones! It seems that several are still dancing within their own style.

I like the practice parts. I think it helps you get to know the dancers and their personalities better. I FF through Mary's comments. I like that Nigel isn't afraid to be brutally honest and Shankman just cracks me up. I will miss Mia because she was another one that said whatever. Oh and this week we get to find out if Molly's BFF gets to stay. She is the one that didn't dance last week because she screwed up her knee. I wonder what they will do in that case? I guess they could bring back the girl that was eliminated last week?

Those are peonies! My favorite flower!

WOW! Melissa, I can't believe it is finally your wedding! Everything has come together so well even though it was a bumpy road. I cant wait to see how everything comes together. Your planning thread rocks! It is so detailed and you have so many unique ideas. You and your guests are going to have a wonderful time! Best wishes for you and Grant as you start this new chapter in your lives.

damn, I had a whole long response typed out and it didn't post! I thought that was kind of crappy to bring back Brandon too! Oh well, at least they said he could come back next year. I wonder what happened to Billy? I thought he would go Top 10 for sure! I wonder if they will let him come back again too? I still think its weird they haven't mentioned Mia once, but practically beg Paula Abdul every night! I'm excited for this week! I think it is on Tuesday this week because of stupid baseball.

#2 for sure! Would you have to put the covers on yourself? THe reason I ask this is because #1 is pretty intricate and it could end up not being what you want if someone else has to do it. It also looks more time consuming than #2.

Go to brides.com or theknot.com and browse their galleries. You can also google wedding bouquet images. You might want to put a flower selection or color in your search terms.

THose are really pretty! Your guests are going to love them!

Hey Ladies! The new Sookie book is out! Amazon.com: A Touch of Dead (Sookie Stackhouse: The Complete Stories) (9780441017836): Charlaine Harris: Books Before you get too excited, it is just a compilation of 5 short stories that have been published previously, in various anthologies. But it does, from my understanding, give the reader more background information and further character development. I'm definitely going to check it out!