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Post by raenstorm on Nov 15, 2003 22:45:21 GMT -5
Come on in folks. Take a seat, get comfy. Wait, WAIT! You folks, there. Yes, you. Please move down to the last seat in your row. No sense in making the rest of our audience trip over your legs as they try to get onto the thread. Thanks! Ok, ok, where was I? Hmm? Oh, yes! Popcorn and sweets are available in the lobby. Notice that we have carpeted floors so plesae try not to spill your treats! Settle in and enjoy the posting! There is no intermission scheduled during the next 500 posts but you are encouraged to take a breather at any time to catch up on the newest happenings over at the SSS website: www.soulfulspike.com. For the enjoyment of those around you, please take a moment to read the board disclaimers below and turn all cell phones and pagers off! Thanks and... ENJOY THE POSTING! Board Disclaimer(s): All arriving spoils should be taken to the Angel Spoilers board so that all the spoiler whores have something to devour and can commence in mocking us with their superior episode knowledge while us spoiler phobics live in happy ignorance. Thanks!
This is a wide-open board comprised of intelligent adults. Sometimes things get a little rowdy, and that's usually fun. However, let's keep the level of discourse, in terms of any hot-button topics or crude language, to what would be appropriate to a group of friendly acquaintances of various genders traveling together on a cross-country bus with the intention of enjoying the ride and each others' company.
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Post by ellie on Nov 15, 2003 22:48:48 GMT -5
I don't believe it- I am The First
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Post by ellie on Nov 15, 2003 22:49:55 GMT -5
ok- make that The Only-
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Post by raenstorm on Nov 15, 2003 22:50:06 GMT -5
I don't believe it- I am The First Congratulations!
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Post by karalee on Nov 15, 2003 22:56:32 GMT -5
Okay, I'm back, 'cuz I'm addicted and needed another hit. Also, I wanted to see my pretty NB avatar ;D I remembered what I was going to say in my last post. It was something that I didn't think I would ever say, and it's that I have actually started to like Angel (the character). He's never going to be my favorite, but I am starting to see his side of things. That is all
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Post by raenstorm on Nov 15, 2003 22:59:57 GMT -5
S'cubies,
Well, the Senior Partners have requested my assistance in Wegxhezzlaqiwe (don't bother trying to pronounce it, some dimenion names just don't make sense in English). It seems the W&H office there is up for their 75 year review. After the last review here in L&A, the Espees (as I fondly call them!) require someone on hand to put a stop to the silly rituals, etc. They are NOT fond of vampires and demons interrupting their procedures. After all, it isn't exactly easy to replace an entire office and we've depleted a lot of our resources with the L.A. office resurrection this year.
I've been told I will find my portal in VA and I'm heading that way tomorrow. So, I really must get to packing. The review is on Thanksgiving Day so I'll be away about 2 weeks. (Don't cry Lee! It's unseemly, this love you have for me!) BUT! Not to worry... I have my ways. I'll have my 'eye' on all of you (esp Mr. Quite the Dish) so don't go misbehavin' just 'cuz lil' ole Eve-y is gone!
I think this is going to be great! Yay, S'cubies! See you in 2 weeks!
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Post by Karen on Nov 15, 2003 23:02:06 GMT -5
Okay, I'm back, 'cuz I'm addicted and needed another hit. Also, I wanted to see my pretty NB avatar ;D I remembered what I was going to say in my last post. It was something that I didn't think I would ever say, and it's that I have actually started to like Angel (the character). He's never going to be my favorite, but I am starting to see his side of things. That is all That's saying alot! I think makd said it all in her post in the last part. I think that the more you watch all of the Jossverse episodes, both Angel and Buffy, you tend to acquire a better understanding of all of the characters and a better appreciation for all of them. And the result is more confusion, because what you might have held as "truth" gets blurred in the rewatching and discussing.
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Post by ellie on Nov 15, 2003 23:02:40 GMT -5
Okay, I'm back, 'cuz I'm addicted and needed another hit. Also, I wanted to see my pretty NB avatar ;D I remembered what I was going to say in my last post. It was something that I didn't think I would ever say, and it's that I have actually started to like Angel (the character). He's never going to be my favorite, but I am starting to see his side of things. That is all Hi Caraleigh- I am always interested in how people come to the Buffyverse. Why did you initially not like Angel and what pray tell has caused the change of heart?
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Post by Karen on Nov 15, 2003 23:08:47 GMT -5
S'cubies, Well, the Senior Partners have requested my assistance in Wegxhezzlaqiwe (don't bother trying to pronounce it, some dimenion names just don't make sense in English). It seems the W&H office there is up for their 75 year review. After the last review here in L&A, the Espees (as I fondly call them!) require someone on hand to put a stop to the silly rituals, etc. They are NOT fond of vampires and demons interrupting their procedures. After all, it isn't exactly easy to replace an entire office and we've depleted a lot of our resources with the L.A. office resurrection this year. I've been told I will find my portal in VA and I'm heading that way tomorrow. So, I really must get to packing. The review is on Thanksgiving Day so I'll be away about 2 weeks. (Don't cry Lee! It's unseemly, this love you have for me!) BUT! Not to worry... I have my ways. I'll have my 'eye' on all of you (esp Mr. Quite the Dish) so don't go misbehavin' just 'cuz lil' ole Eve-y is gone! I think this is going to be great! Yay, S'cubies! See you in 2 weeks! Huh? Eve, I always thought you were evil, now I'm quite sure. Aloha! ;D
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Post by karalee on Nov 15, 2003 23:19:05 GMT -5
Hi Caraleigh- I am always interested in how people come to the Buffyverse. Why did you initially not like Angel and what pray tell has caused the change of heart? Uh oh! You don't know what you just asked ;D Everyone who has already seen my reasons can just skip this post. It's the same old same old. I did like, in fact loved, Angel, in seasons 1&2. I was really excited when I found out he would be back for 3 (although I thought it kind of cheapened what Buffy sacrificed by "killing" him. Another story). By the middle of the season, I wanted to bang my head against the wall because of the mega-angst of the relationship. I was so glad when he went to LA. My irritation for him started at the end of In The Dark and just got worse in I Will Remember You. I hated his lame reason for destroying the Gem and the fact that he made a decision for Buffy in IWRY and then told his coworkers afterwards and not her. He got to remember this perfect day, but she doesn't. I have to admit that my bias for Spike plays a big part. My change of heart comes from the reruns on TNT. I haven't gotten the WB until recently, so I had only seen a few eps of Ats. I see that he actually has a bit of a sense of humor and personality. I admit that he is so much a better character when Buffy isn't around. It's taken me so long to type this. I hope you're still on when I post it:-/ Shoot, she's gone. I was afraid of that. Stupid, clumsy typing fingers.
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Post by makd on Nov 15, 2003 23:35:49 GMT -5
Okay, I'm back, 'cuz I'm addicted and needed another hit. Also, I wanted to see my pretty NB avatar ;D I remembered what I was going to say in my last post. It was something that I didn't think I would ever say, and it's that I have actually started to like Angel (the character). He's never going to be my favorite, but I am starting to see his side of things. That is all Caraleigh: Way ahead of you on this. Well, about 2 weeks ahead of you. I am liking him. I am liking his analness and neatness. I am liking his sardonic humor. I am liking his caring for his friends. I am liking that, underneath the anger toward Spike, I occasionally see a glimmer of caring about him. I am liking that he likes fancy cars. (That is particularly endearing.) I am liking that he's a little, well, goofy. I am liking that he's actually competent, and comfortable enough in his competence to wonder if he's competent. I am liking that he gets pi--ed with Eve. I like that a lot. I am liking that he screwed Eve. literally. He not only got his not-happy; he screwed her. I like his capitalist sense of economy there. (in the doing two things at the same time.) I am liking that he mixes his blood with alcohol and drinks it from crystal, rather than the jar he used to drink from. I am liking that he's capable of embarrassment. I am liking his show. I am liking his show a lot. Angel is the first CEO I've ever liked. So, guess you could say: I like Angel. p.s. I still like Spike. I like Spike a lot. I like Spike more than Angel. I like the rebels. (I am liking Wes, too. And I am liking Wes a lot. But I still like Spike more. ) you like?
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Post by karalee on Nov 15, 2003 23:41:50 GMT -5
Caraleigh: Way ahead of you on this. Well, about 2 weeks ahead of you. I am liking him. I am liking his analness and neatness. I am liking his sardonic humor. I am liking his caring for his friends. I am liking that, underneath the anger toward Spike, I occasionally see a glimmer of caring about him. I am liking that he likes fancy cars. (That is particularly endearing.) I am liking that he's a little, well, goofy. I am liking that he's actually competent, and comfortable enough in his competence to wonder if he's competent. I am liking that he gets pi--ed with Eve. I like that a lot. I am liking that he screwed Eve. literally. He not only got his not-happy; he screwed her. I like his capitalist sense of economy there. I am liking that he mixes his blood with alcohol and drinks it from crystal, rather than the jar he used to drink from. I am liking that he's capable of embarrassment. I am liking his show. I am liking his show a lot. Angel is the first CEO I've ever liked. So, guess you could say: I like Angel. p.s. I still like Spike. I like Spike a lot. I like Spike more than Angel. I like the rebels. (I am liking Wes, too. And I am liking Wes a lot. But I still like Spike more. ) you like? Ditto. I think the realization of a sense of humor is what finally caught my attention. I also like makd ;D BTW I posted a link to some pictures on the spoiler board if you're interested.
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Post by ellie on Nov 15, 2003 23:50:55 GMT -5
Uh oh! You don't know what you just asked ;D Everyone who has already seen my reasons can just skip this post. It's the same old same old. I did like, in fact loved, Angel, in seasons 1&2. I was really excited when I found out he would be back for 3 (although I thought it kind of cheapened what Buffy sacrificed by "killing" him. Another story). By the middle of the season, I wanted to bang my head against the wall because of the mega-angst of the relationship. I was so glad when he went to LA. My irritation for him started at the end of In The Dark and just got worse in I Will Remember You. I hated his lame reason for destroying the Gem and the fact that he made a decision for Buffy in IWRY and then told his coworkers afterwards and not her. He got to remember this perfect day, but she doesn't. I have to admit that my bias for Spike plays a big part. My change of heart comes from the reruns on TNT. I haven't gotten the WB until recently, so I had only seen a few eps of Ats. I see that he actually has a bit of a sense of humor and personality. I admit that he is so much a better character when Buffy isn't around. It's taken me so long to type this. I hope you're still on when I post it:-/ Shoot, she's gone. I was afraid of that. Stupid, clumsy typing fingers. Not so fast -pardner- I am back( I need to make a ton of posts to catch up with overachievers with a thousand posts Seriously- much as I hate to admit it- I agree with you that Angel is a better (more interesting ) character when buffy is not around. Something I am beginning to feel about Spike as well. ( and yes- I still like Buffy, character and actress enormously.) I must confess to being drawn to the super-angsty lure of both relationships- it is just so complicated with all of the various entanglements and obligations. Frankly- I cannot see her really giving herself to either Angel or Spike while the other lives.
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Post by makd on Nov 16, 2003 0:00:39 GMT -5
A little frustrated here - have tried to post information on the NYCS'CubieFest three times, and each time have had the message eaten by Dell. (makd bangs her head against the laptop screen. She stops; shakes her head; growls in gameface, then tries again.)
Hello Everyone
Following Ellie, here's my report on today's S'CubieFest:
We met for lunch in a lovely restaurant in the Lincoln Center area. It's a place Laura knows and her recommendations - about everything -were just the best! We had a great time, and here's some more info:
Going around the table, here's a quick snapshot of each of us:
Len is a kind man with an easy smile. He's completely spoiler-free. Hence, the easy smile. He doesn't know what's ahead.
Ellie is quick-thinking, caring, filled with lots of good ideas. "A clever girl".
Lori is funny, fun, outspoken, giving.
My Own Private Spike is my husband, Gil. He snarks, he snogs, he s.......shoots wonderful photographs and plays golf. He's very supportive of my addiction...I mean my hobby.
Makd is well, myself. She is wonderful, mysterious, funny, smart. Humble. She's very big on humble. Oh, and she's beautiful, too. (Just thought you'd want to know.)
Laura is sharp, competent, open. She's good at details. Knew just what to order, just where to eat, just what to do.
Vicky is beautiful in every way. Funny and fun. 'nuff said.
Anya is one beautiful, gorgeous, baby. Beautiful velvet and satin skin, big eyes, curly hair (and so much hair! no bald head there!), quiet, a gift. Future heartbreaker. Flame for the moths.
John is reserved, attentive, thoughtful.
The Fest was of the good. Good fun, good food, and yes, may I say it? good friends. After months of talking online, we still have lots to share and lots to say. Scintillating conversation and delicious food and delightful people. I keep repeating this since it was just so good and so bears repeating.
(Can we do this again during the holidays or in the next 90 days, please? )
and Ellie: Good on you in your pursuit of a graduate degree! The fun, the passion, the work, the adventure is a great one! Also, your contributions to the discussion were not only welcome, relevant, and interesting, but they were also necessary! You have much to say, and it's all gold.
I had written so much more eloquently, but, after 3 strikes with the old Dell, I just got so bored (channeling Spike) and couldn't remember all the wonderful stuff. or maybe I just thought it was wonderful....anyway; this was my report, and I'm sticking to it. A good time was had by all
and we owe today's good time to:
our lovely Spike, a creation of Joss Whedon, who's part of ME, and I've been reading way too much fanfic.
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Post by ellie on Nov 16, 2003 0:01:08 GMT -5
Caraleigh: Way ahead of you on this. Well, about 2 weeks ahead of you. I am liking him. I am liking his analness and neatness. I am liking his sardonic humor. I am liking his caring for his friends. I am liking that, underneath the anger toward Spike, I occasionally see a glimmer of caring about him. I am liking that he likes fancy cars. (That is particularly endearing.) I am liking that he's a little, well, goofy. I am liking that he's actually competent, and comfortable enough in his competence to wonder if he's competent. I am liking that he gets pi--ed with Eve. I like that a lot. I am liking that he screwed Eve. literally. He not only got his not-happy; he screwed her. I like his capitalist sense of economy there. I am liking that he mixes his blood with alcohol and drinks it from crystal, rather than the jar he used to drink from. I am liking that he's capable of embarrassment. I am liking his show. I am liking his show a lot. Angel is the first CEO I've ever liked. So, guess you could say: I like Angel. p.s. I still like Spike. I like Spike a lot. I like Spike more than Angel. I like the rebels. (I am liking Wes, too. And I am liking Wes a lot. But I still like Spike more. ) you like? Makd- I LIKE that you made me laugh...out loud Also one thing you wrote reminded me of the absolute best put down I have ever heard . Long story short- documentary Murder on a Sunday Morning( academy Award winner) whizbang defense attorney about to exit court room for a quick smoke preparatory to demolishing a lying witness. Said witness smirks and says to attorney" Out to smoke a cancer stick?" the attorney haughtily responds "I always smoke b/4 sex." And when he returns to the cortroom - he does indeed "screw" the witness- showing w/o a doubt that the man is lying and is corrupt. Lovely
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