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by Lalanae
February 3, 2009, 9:05 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: BSG: Season 4
Replies: 248
Views: 35696

Re: BSG: Season 4

Awesome episode. It's amazing how I used to heart Gaeta and now I can't wait to see fly out of an airshaft...
by Lalanae
February 3, 2009, 9:04 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: LOST: Season 5
Replies: 150
Views: 19962

Re: LOST: Season 5

I'm with Dregor on the speculation of the blond chick from the past.

Did she have to talk like her jaw was wired shut though? Her voice got on my nerves.
by Lalanae
February 3, 2009, 8:59 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: The Office
Replies: 27
Views: 3360

The Office

OK, so the last episode had Eric and I practically in tears. The "fire" scene (especially the cat) was one of the funniest scenes I've seen in a long time.

Not much to discuss about The Office, other than its genius, but thought it might be worth having a thread. Favorite moments?
by Lalanae
February 3, 2009, 8:55 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: tvtorrents?
Replies: 6
Views: 840

Re: tvtorrents?

thirded
by Lalanae
February 3, 2009, 8:43 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Where's the fkn recession?..
Replies: 30
Views: 5197

Re: Where's the fkn recession?..

I'm back in Key West working a front desk jerb. I'm fairly glad to have work; the money is shit, but it keeps me from having to move into my mom's computer room. I've decided to go hide in the ivory towers of academia for a couple years, so I'm applying to in-state law schools. Hopefully, my credit...
by Lalanae
January 28, 2009, 6:05 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: BSG: Season 4
Replies: 248
Views: 35696

Re: BSG: Season 4

Dregor Thule wrote:It's disappointing to see Gaeta go all emo because of the evil Sharon from the webisodes. And daddy Hotdog, hah! Wasn't as good an episode as the previous one, but still had some important developments.
lol, fucking Hotdog.
by Lalanae
January 28, 2009, 5:59 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: BSG: Season 4
Replies: 248
Views: 35696

Re: BSG: Season 4

This may be crazy, but I don't think we know who the fifth cylon is yet. I think Ty's wife was a Number Six allowed to grow old somehow. Picture Six, but older...the physical characteristics are similar. This would also tie into him getting Six pregnant. I thought something similar. The 5 "rev...
by Lalanae
January 28, 2009, 5:56 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: Lie To Me
Replies: 18
Views: 2874

Re: Lie To Me

Watched the first episode. Not bad, but the zoom-ins of people's little twitches felt kind of dumbed down to me (too "on the nose") and therefore I can see it getting old real fast. How the show develops its characters will determine whether this will be a favorite of the House crowd... or...
by Lalanae
January 23, 2009, 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Poll
Replies: 67
Views: 10157

Re: Happy Poll

Little happier, mainly because I see my life improving in the future on several levels. I have a little more debt and the economy scares the bejeezus out of me (job security), but we have a relatively sound plan to get us out of debt this year. Starting my 2nd semester of grad school, job is good an...
by Lalanae
January 23, 2009, 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What would expect to get for...
Replies: 6
Views: 1105

What would expect to get for...

At one of the EQ Fan Faires, one of our dev friends gave Eric a sealed copy of EverQuest Gold Edition (comes in a fancy gold tin). Eric went around and had just about everyone of importance sign it (Saiphos, Scott Hartsman, Ester the Tester, Absor, Drembo, Dan Enright, bunch of others I can't recall...
by Lalanae
January 19, 2009, 3:33 am
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: BSG: Season 4
Replies: 248
Views: 35696

Re: BSG: Season 4

Wow, what an amazing episode...
by Lalanae
January 9, 2009, 4:53 pm
Forum: Culinary Delights
Topic: Chicken Cola
Replies: 7
Views: 1819

Re: Chicken Cola

I always have a small container of sambal oelek or sriracha in my fridge. They've become one of my most used condiments as I like a little kick to many of the things I prepare, without the acidity that Tabasco or jalapenos impart (although those have their places too)

Great on sandwiches!
by Lalanae
January 9, 2009, 4:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Random Observation
Replies: 15
Views: 2166

Re: Random Observation

TEH POCANOS!
by Lalanae
December 19, 2008, 7:40 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Iraqi reporter throws his shoes at George Bush video
Replies: 41
Views: 4206

Re: Iraqi reporter throws his shoes at George Bush video

I wouldn't cry if he choked on some beef jerky in Crawford, Texas, but I'm with Dregor. The media would turn him into a martyred hero.
by Lalanae
December 19, 2008, 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It's SNOWING!!!!
Replies: 51
Views: 9166

Re: It's SNOWING!!!!

We got some snow one night last week here in Houston. I havent seen that much snow here since some winter in the early 1980's when I was in elementary school. Before that it was 1972-73, right after I was born. We see flurries every now and then, but nothing that sticks. It covered our front yard to...
by Lalanae
December 17, 2008, 6:08 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Avoid WoW players
Replies: 8
Views: 1047

Re: Avoid WoW players

It's one thing to bring it up if you are asked in an interview what your hobbies are, but to put them on your resume is never a good idea unless it is somehow directly relevant to the job you are applying for...like if he was applying to work as a Klingon at Quark's bar.
by Lalanae
December 17, 2008, 3:19 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Avoid WoW players
Replies: 8
Views: 1047

Re: Avoid WoW players

When filling out your next job application, it might be wise to leave your level 80 Shaman off of your list of accomplishments Do people really do that? I just can't imagine any reason to bring up my video game playing when applying for a job, unless that job were in the gaming industry, and even t...
by Lalanae
December 10, 2008, 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: insomnia?
Replies: 19
Views: 2319

Re: insomnia?

A good long walk will not only help you clear your head but will get you some exercise. When I don't exercise semi-regularly I have problems sleeping. I've also found that laying down and listening to some kind of non-excitable TV makes me fall asleep. Golf, old movies, or even just light classical ...
by Lalanae
December 10, 2008, 1:13 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Semi-serious question
Replies: 88
Views: 5850

Re: Semi-serious question

Wasn't it Sirton who was trying to convince everyone he was a doctor awhile back?
by Lalanae
December 10, 2008, 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Neti Pots!
Replies: 15
Views: 1985

Re: Neti Pots!

You should also be sure to try and blow as much of the water out of your sinuses as possible. Bend over a sink and lightly and quickly blow out your nostrils to get it all out. Also I've read of people not keeping their pots pristine and getting infections simply from washing little dust particles u...
by Lalanae
December 7, 2008, 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Neti Pots!
Replies: 15
Views: 1985

Re: Neti Pots!

Sirensa wrote: It's addictive!
haha yeah, maybe its the newness of it, but I am so addicted to using mine now. Eric thinks I'm a freak. I wish he would try it!
by Lalanae
December 5, 2008, 6:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Neti Pots!
Replies: 15
Views: 1985

Neti Pots!

I never thought I'd use a neti pot, but after having the most agonizing bout of sinusitis recently, I was willing to try anything for relief. (I have recurring sinus problems) The first time I ever heard of the neti pot was on Six Feet Under when George presented one as a gift to Nate (I believe). T...
by Lalanae
December 4, 2008, 7:48 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: Who said Rome was dead?
Replies: 9
Views: 1590

Re: Who said Rome was dead?

wuhhh? I liked Rome alright, but it was no Deadwood! Got a little too smarmy-soapy, which has it's place in TV (Nip/Tuck, Gossip Girl), but HBO could direct funds in a more worthy direction. I'm assuming that HBO is going to fund the project?
by Lalanae
November 21, 2008, 12:01 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Another WTF moment courtesy of Mrs Palin
Replies: 45
Views: 3670

Re: Another WTF moment courtesy of Mrs Palin

Haven't seen the video yet, but I am aware that meat I consume comes from animals that used to be living. Gee, I never though of that :roll: Seriously that's not the point. That fact that she chose that as the backdrop for an interview is. I wondered how many posts it would be before the expected k...
by Lalanae
November 21, 2008, 11:51 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: the best new liberal blog on the internet (v2.0)
Replies: 98
Views: 10318

Re: the best new liberal blog on the internet (v2.0)

awww, I really liked the name :(
by Lalanae
November 21, 2008, 11:46 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Another WTF moment courtesy of Mrs Palin
Replies: 45
Views: 3670

Re: Another WTF moment courtesy of Mrs Palin

Haven't seen the video yet, but I am aware that meat I consume comes from animals that used to be living. Gee, I never though of that :roll: Seriously that's not the point. That fact that she chose that as the backdrop for an interview is. I wondered how many posts it would be before the expected k...
by Lalanae
November 21, 2008, 10:13 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Another WTF moment courtesy of Mrs Palin
Replies: 45
Views: 3670

Another WTF moment courtesy of Mrs Palin

She really is the gift that keeps giving

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-kjM1asH-8

She does an interview while turkeys are slaughtered in the background. yeh.
by Lalanae
November 20, 2008, 8:11 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Semi-serious question
Replies: 88
Views: 5850

Re: Semi-serious question

With the extra several dollars small-business owners will be taxed, they'll be forced to layoff employees so that they can still afford to buy more guns. For example, if you have 15 employees and only 3-5 guns at home, you're encouraged to get rid of up to 4 employees (but only if they supported Ob...
by Lalanae
November 20, 2008, 8:07 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Depression INC!
Replies: 114
Views: 8105

Re: Depression INC!

If Winnow worked for a small business, are they allowed to fire him for voting for Bush?
:-k
by Lalanae
November 20, 2008, 7:48 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: I am sick of bailouts, let it all burn
Replies: 87
Views: 8698

Re: I am sick of bailouts, let it all burn

Big Three CEOs Flew Private Jets to Plead for Public Funds . wow I was kind of on the fence until I read that, now I'm just pissed. Of course I've been pissed for a LONG time that US automakers have been so resistant to producing hybrid cars and preferred to churn out gas guzzlers despite obvious f...
by Lalanae
November 11, 2008, 4:26 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Obama WILL be the next president
Replies: 1919
Views: 193994

Re: Obama WILL be the next president

I read something recently about the smoking, so yeah that's true, although what I read implied that he had quit (or was at least trying to quit).

While it may seem a little unusual for a contemporary president to be a smoker, I don't think anyone really cares.
by Lalanae
November 11, 2008, 4:12 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Rahm Emanuel
Replies: 24
Views: 2676

Re: Rahm Emanuel

Speaking of possible cabinet picks, I ran across this short article about some of the Republicans that Obama may consider. What's great about it is the last couple paragraphs about Mitt Romney.... http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/2007/12/obama-says-hed.html One Republican that likely Obama wo...
by Lalanae
November 6, 2008, 4:26 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Rahm Emanuel
Replies: 24
Views: 2676

Rahm Emanuel

After reading that Obama picked Rahm Emanuel as the White House Chief of Staff, I decided to find out more about him. http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/story/8091986/the_enforcer/ Good article about Rahm if your interested. I think it's hilarious that his brother Ari was the inspiration for Ari G...
by Lalanae
November 6, 2008, 1:29 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: orly?
Replies: 44
Views: 3661

Re: orly?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWZHTJsR4Bc&e

Funny on so many levels.

oh and sad, so so sad
by Lalanae
November 6, 2008, 11:51 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Prop 8 California
Replies: 63
Views: 7722

Re: Prop 8 California

African-Americans also tend to be very socially conservative, though they vote for Democrats. So a high turnout there does not help Prop 8 for the most part Yeah, I read an article about that today. Something like 65% of African Americans are against gay marriage. It's the church factor. It's a sha...
by Lalanae
November 2, 2008, 11:38 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Scientific study finds that liberals are superior :P
Replies: 9
Views: 1239

Scientific study finds that liberals are superior :P

http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2008/11/02/born_to_party/ Partial quote, but the entire article is a good read: "...Conservatives are more easily startled by threats, and when performing a habitual task they have more difficulty switching to a new response. Liberals, on the oth...
by Lalanae
October 26, 2008, 8:58 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: orly?
Replies: 44
Views: 3661

Re: orly?

doublepost
by Lalanae
October 26, 2008, 8:53 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: McCain will be the next U.S. President (IMO)
Replies: 1107
Views: 91139

Re: McCain will be the next U.S. President (IMO)

Obama fanbois must be worried. Out in full force with some petty bashing! You realize that not only the article is a Fox News article, but that no one from the Obama campaign is mentioned in it, right? It also appears that the one person most vocal about all this is Joe himself. I think you need to...
by Lalanae
October 26, 2008, 8:42 am
Forum: Current Events
Topic: orly?
Replies: 44
Views: 3661

Re: orly?

Who cares? I wouldn't care if Hillary spent half a million trying to improve her mug. I guess you didn't really read the original post. There's a lot more there than clothes and makeup. ALL of it flies in the face of her trying to repeatedly tell everyone how she is a "hockey mom" and tha...
by Lalanae
October 24, 2008, 5:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interview Help!
Replies: 77
Views: 11979

Re: Interview Help!

When the interviewers introduce themselves, repeat their names back when you counter-greet them. (i.e. "Hi Bob, nice to meet you). That should help you remember the name somewhat. I find it helps me. Otherwise I never remember. Personally, I find using a persons name in conversion beyond the in...
by Lalanae
October 24, 2008, 5:39 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: Underrated and overrated actors + your favourite actors
Replies: 69
Views: 10778

Re: Underrated and overrated actors + your favourite actors

Reviving this old thread to say that I think Zooey Deshanel is completely overrated. She has the same deadpan delivery in every movie. She's always playing the same "quirky" roles. There is nothing remotely talented about her beyond her ability to open her eyes real wide, wear kooky clothe...
by Lalanae
October 24, 2008, 5:18 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: Pushing Daisies
Replies: 22
Views: 2692

Re: Pushing Daisies

Any TV show that centers around a piemaker has to be great!





(pie>cake)
by Lalanae
October 24, 2008, 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interview Help!
Replies: 77
Views: 11979

Re: Interview Help!

I would take some minimal notes when it comes time for you to ask the potential employer questions about the company, especially benefits. I don't believe it's really necessary to take notes when the interviewer is asking you questions, but when it comes to the "So Jim, what would you like to k...
by Lalanae
October 24, 2008, 4:53 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: This chick is a liar
Replies: 6
Views: 940

Re: This chick is a liar

Looks like she's already admitting she lied. Love those crazy McCain supporters!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081024/ap_ ... in_sticker
by Lalanae
October 24, 2008, 2:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interview Help!
Replies: 77
Views: 11979

Re: Interview Help!

I'm not sure I'd want to work for a company that did a group interview. I strongly feel that a job applicant should use the interview process as a way to deduce the type of organizational climate they will be eventually working in, and that would be a huge red flag to me, and not really appropriate ...
by Lalanae
October 23, 2008, 7:54 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: McCain will be the next U.S. President (IMO)
Replies: 1107
Views: 91139

Re: McCain will be the next U.S. President (IMO)

hahaha Kwon. That just made my day.
by Lalanae
October 20, 2008, 1:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm getting a puppy soon
Replies: 58
Views: 9044

Re: I'm getting a puppy soon

http://www.dog.com/item/hol-ee-roller-ball/ Best ball ever for chewers I've probably bought a dozen of those over the last few years, mostly because my dogs lose them, but they have chewed through a couple (no loose bits though, which is good). They are great for giving treats, which is primarily w...
by Lalanae
October 18, 2008, 2:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm getting a puppy soon
Replies: 58
Views: 9044

Re: I'm getting a puppy soon

One of the tips we learned too late was to regularly "handle" the puppy's paws, ears and teeth. In other words get them used to you messing around with those areas otherwise they'll be grouchy or skittish when you try to clip their nails, clean inside their ears, or checking out their mout...
by Lalanae
September 10, 2008, 4:42 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: McCain will be the next U.S. President (IMO)
Replies: 1107
Views: 91139

Re: McCain will be the next U.S. President (IMO)

I just don't know how any of you can vote for someone who doesn't think educating young children on what inappropriate touching is is a good idea. He even goes so far as this ad which tries to make Obama look like a pedophile for supporting it, and trying to make people think Obama is wanting to tea...
by Lalanae
September 9, 2008, 9:04 pm
Forum: Movies/DVD/TV
Topic: Gossip Girl
Replies: 23
Views: 2463

Re: Gossip Girl

The guy who plays Chuck Bass was in a movie I watched recently, The Son of Rambow . I didn't know he was British! Small part, playing a thuggish older brother of another character. I expect to see more from him in the future. Would be nice to see how he does as a nice guy though. As far as S2, haven...