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2012 Olympics -- Imperfect night leads to perfect... →

Aug 1st

Michael Phelps is the greatest Olympian of all... →

Aug 1st

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Jul 30th

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BalletMet's Global Dance Stars gala--coming up!

If you live anywhere near Columbus and love ballet like I do, you really want to be at this performance. BalletMet is kicking off their season with a “Global Gala of Dance Stars” from all over the world, and parts of the program have just been announced. Take a look at this: GLOBAL DANCE STARS GALA August 18, 2012 | Ohio Theatre One Night Only! A dazzling array of...

Jul 30th

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“If all else perished, and he remained, I should still continue to be; and if all...”

– Emily Bronte, Wuthering Heights

Jul 30th

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Grammar post: making something plural; affect v....

It pains me deeply to have to write about this, because this is one of the most basic things in grammar. However: how to make things plural. Quick Quiz: Which of the following is a correct version of the plural “to fly”? A) Time flys when you’re having fun. B) Time flies when you’re having fun. Please, for the love of all things holy, tell me you knew it was B. If...

Jul 27th

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Jul 26th

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“Julian Fellowes revealed his closet Irish Republican sympathies when he spoke at...”

– http://www.standard.co.uk/news/londoners-diary/no-comeback-tony-promises-party-faithful-7976095.html (via bamfsinireland) SEE PEOPLE?!?! Wedding!!!! (OK, yes, just “invitation”, but come on…if there is NOT a wedding I will break things and swear off DA forever.)

Jul 26th

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Jul 26th

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Jul 26th

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Jul 26th

“Almira Gulch…just because you own half the county doesn’t mean you...”

– Aunt Em, The Wizard of Oz (I’m having a moment where I’m echoing her sentiments.)

Jul 26th

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Lots of different husbands

Interviewer: Do you ever take your characters home with you and drive Sibi crazy?

Christian Bale: Some of them do stay with you, yes. I think she liked The Machinist the best, because I was so calm and quiet. I think it was a nice change for her. She doesn't like all my characters. But she sees it this way - she gets to live with many different husbands.

Jul 25th

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A note on Christian Bale's visit to CO

I LOVE that he did it, on his own—no studio pushing—and with his lovely wife. He is a class act. And not just visiting the memorial, but also visiting some of the victims in the hospital. But I have to say—I would have FREAKED if he’d come in my room unannounced, because when I’m in the hospital, i hardly ever put on makeup. I think I would’ve asked for at...

Jul 25th

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Jul 25th

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Jul 25th

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Jul 25th

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I really think Anna might go with Mary to Crawley...

This would be awesome. I can totally see this happening, since Mary will need a lady’s maid once she’s in her own house. orangeshipper: Random spec… based on this article with Joanne Froggatt! “Anna’s promoted later in the series to be an official ladies’ maid rather than a jack-of-all-trades housemaid doing ladies’ work.” And gets a hand-me-down dress from Mary, and talks about...

Jul 25th

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Jul 25th

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Jul 24th

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A Downton Note

OK, I know that some of us have been FREAKING that Mary and Matthew won’t get married. But—Master Julian told us way back (I linked to it here) that there would be no more obstacles to Mary and Matthew going down the aisle. We know we have ONE wedding for sure: it could be either Mary and Matthew’s, or Edith’s and Anthony’s. I’ve heard that Edith and Anthony...

Jul 24th

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Jul 24th

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Movie Review: The Dark Knight Rises

(People, there are going to be spoilers, because I want to talk about this movie in detail. So if you just want quick impressions, read nothing post jump, ‘k?) (Note the second: This isn’t really a review, as much as my thoughts/impressions.) Overall (sans spoilers): I liked it better than The Dark Knight (TDK). With TDK, I got the same feeling I had with The Aviator: that the...

Jul 23rd

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Jul 23rd

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'Downton Abbey' Season 3: Mrs. Bates' death... →

Brendan Coyle, the honorable and stoic Mr. Bates on “Downton Abbey,” spoke with a few reporters after the Television Critics Association panel for the hit British television program. And he revealed a few juicy tidbits about his character in Season 3. When asked if Vera’s death/murder is resolved in Season 3, he states, “Yes. Yes, we do.” Not many details, but at least there’s confirmation of...

Jul 22nd

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Jul 22nd

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Jul 22nd

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Anna and Bates: Save the dates... →

however-whatever-whenever: (I think this is correct. I hate posting without being 100% but this is how I’ll find out!) JULY 27: Joanne Froggatt on Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (CBS) JULY: Series 3 Press Pack (Season 2 was released July 26, 2011) JULY: Series 3 Teaser (Season 2 was released on July 27, 2011) SEPTEMBER: Series 3 Full Trailer. (Season 2’s was released September 3…the long...

Jul 22nd

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laura, i will forgive you.: 'Downton Abbey' Season... →

Not sure how I feel about this…I think Mary and Matthew have been through quite enough, thank you. I’m OK with them disagreeing, because, obviously, real couples do. But come on, guys. I do not think, however, they will divorce, because then I would Stop Watching The Show. There is a fine line between Drama and Ridiculousness. And damn straight, refusing to dress a chauffeur! I...

Jul 22nd

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The Dark Knight Rises: Pittsburgh references

Before I review the movie (EPIC, oh my gosh) , I want to point out all the awesome Pittsburgh references! (that I caught, anyway, feel free to add more) : The blue and white bus stop signs. Love those. Heinz Field, Of course! The Heinz field scoreboard has :UPMC, 84 Lumber (founded in Pittsburgh), Heinz (also, Pittsburgh, of course), and Giant Eagle. The Steelers, bien sur! Point Park...

Jul 22nd

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Jul 21st

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Congrats to our Downton Lovlies!

Emmy noms: (Not a complete list, but the big ones) Best Drama Series Best ACtor in a Drama Series: Hugh Bonneville Best Actress is a Drama Series: Michelle Dockery Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Brendan Coyle Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Joanna Froggart, Dame Maggie! Yeah, I’m excited.

Jul 19th

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