Recommended movies to watch

Howdy everyone!!! Right now, i wish i sort of had a Cajun accent (wonder why but it sounds sexy) after watching Season one DVD of True Blood. These are the movies i recommend for you to watch with my own short reviews. They are not based in order of importance in anyway, please.

MOVIE ONE: KUNG FU PANDA 2

If you haven't watched Part one, then you are missing. Love the story, the peacocks and the 'heavyweight' panda. I rate it three stars.

MOVIE TWO: X-MEN: FIRST CLASS

It keeps getting better and better. The film takes you back to how the X-Men started and what broke the cordial friendship between Xavier and Magneto. I have a crush on James McAvoy and was delighted to see him in this. Watch out for Kevin Bacon's performance. I rate it four and a half stars.

MOVIE THREE: SARAH'S KEY

This movie describes the horrendous circumstance surrounding the holocaust during the second world war. It narrates how one little courageous girl attempted to save her brother from the massacre. A wonderful movie that deserves an Oscar. Get a tissue handy. I rate it four and a half stars.

MOVIE FOUR: LUSTER

A dark thriller focusing on the double conflicting personalities of a man who's involved in some murders. I rate it three stars.

MOVIE FIVE: HANNA

A movie i enjoyed and which gripped me as i wanted to know how the ending would unravel. It shows the lengths humans would go to, to destroy anything that gets in their way. Cate Blanchett was riveting as wel as the main actress (Saorise Ronan, sorry if i didn't get it right. No time to verify!!) also starred in The Lovely Bones. I rate it four stars.


MOVIE SIX: LIMITLESS

Bradley Cooper was dazzling in this movie. I was a bit put off at first when i saw the trailer about having to transform your life with a pill (thinking it was Matrix all over again) but it's more than that. It delves into the usage of the parts of the brain that are un-used. I rate it three stars.

MOVIE SEVEN: RED RIDING HOOD

Don't watch this if you want to see the re-enactment of the original. It's a different version with sexual undertones and were wolves set in an enchanting fantastical world. I rate it three stars.

MOVIE EIGHT: UNKNOWN

Reminds me of Liam Neeson's role in Taken but this is with a twist. It focuses on man's bid to make known his true identity and escape ruthless killers who are on his prowl. Lots of suspense. I rate it three and a half stars.

MOVIE NINE: MACHETE

It looks like one of those graphic comic/sin city/Quentin Tarantino works. It features a lot of stars and portrays a behind the scenes look into the world of illegal immigration. I rate it three stars.

MOVIE TEN: THE WARD

A movie by John Carpenter. Interesting piece of horror and acting, as well as the usual screams, blood and 'medium' gore. I rate it two and a half stars.

So, there you have it. All the must-watch movies with short reviews and ratings for each one. If you have watched any of the above and/or are yet to watch any of the above, feel free to comment on any of the films and i'll be happy to respond.

Hugs from me to you

It's been a long while and i promise that i will concentrate on my blog, full time. I have really and genuinely missed you all. ***dabs a tear***. And here is a hug from me to you.

So, Quick questions, How has this year been to you? Have you lived up to your New Year resolutions?If you're a writer, are you editing or wait...SUBMITTING?? As for me, i was neck deep in situations i just couldn't control but hopefully, i am wading to the surface of the tempestuous water. Also, i was disappointed with the Harlequin turn-out, i must confess. Now, i know better than to submit partials to editors of contests. How come known authors don't do that? It only goes to show that these so-called publishing giants want to steal ideas of wanna-be authors, flesh the story and publish, while getting the kudos. Remind me, never to submit my stories to any contest of that magnitude because they always steal. I really do not have much to say but i want to say that my blogging will be in full swing next week, i assure you.

So, stay glued here for all the things that make you smile. Hugs from me to you.

Happy Valentine's day!!! Pre-val.

Yep, it's too early to be saying this as its Valentine's day tomorrow but HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!! It's on the dreaded monday but it can still be fun. And not necessarily spent in the arms of the one you love..erm???

Enjoy the day with all asundry. Even the gardener at your office needs an upliftment, even if it means a smile or a pat on the back (until they sue for sexual harassment...lol) or the waitress that serves you coffee or even Mr Grumpy the boss.

And, do reserve the chocolates and wine and other good stuff in the fridge if you want to keep your weight on the down low.

It's so funny when i remember my high school years when i would be secretly and desperately hoping for a secret admirer to suprise me with gifts. Hmmm...i would then cry privately if i didn't get any. So, in order to make things a bit steamy and interesting for you all, why don't you tell me about the experiences you had during Valentines' day in High school?

Thank God it's Friday!!!

Squee...Yay...LOL

The day was slow but thank God it's friday because i am going to PARTY!!! (joking) but at least i'll get to do what i luuuurrrrvvv to do which is writing. Lest, i forget, Twitter has an amazing cyber ocean of agents. Wow, i even met one in a space of seconds but i definitely couldn't pitch anything to her (you do not want to make a bad impression, being the new year and all). I'll also get to watch new films during the weekend. I watched Black Swan, Dear Mr Gacy, Dead Zone Series (a few episodes), Tron Legacy and The Tudors (a few episodes) during the holidays. Natalie Portman acted very nicely in Black Swan, which is a pyschological thriller (great for shaping up your writers' imagination, if you know what i mean). The movie for once had a different twist, in the sense that you'll expect Natalie's character to get down and dirty with her teacher but it wasn't so. Let me not spoil the gist for you all, so run along to the cinema near you.

Time to shake something...have a lovely weekend, everyone. Do not overindulge, don't drink and drive, don't fight with your spouses and above all, do spend some time with your spouse (after the writing time, that is). Bye.

N.B: I love both movie posters and i couldn't deal with the dilemma of having to choose one, hence the two.

Resolutions Countdown

Happy New Year 2011 to you all!!! I can't wait for bloggydom to get rolling with blogs again as everyone resumes their activities. My resolutions for this year are but not limited to the following:

1. Jogging every weekends: Tick. I have started this already and my muscles were so pulled tight, i thought i was going to collapse from pain. Also, i have a pear shape i desperately need to get into shape (thank you mom for those genes) even though i am not close to being plump. I jogged during the weekend and i gasped so much for breath. I now have a new found respect for athletes and showbiz people.

2. Family ties: Tick. Spend more time with my family. I'm an independent girl on a business mission so i did enjoy my holiday reunion with my family. More of that, definitely.

3. Writing/Editing/Submitting: My YA Mainstream WIP is over 50,000 words and my target is 80,000. After NaNoWriMo, i neglected it so i need to pick it up again. My romance fiction is a work in progress after my first chapter submission to Harlequin. My writing had suffered badly due to work, home stress and my Masters Degree Thesis. So, this year i need to pick it up again, finish my 2 WIPs (the romance WIP has surpassed the YA Mainstream unfortunately) and edit, revise and then start submitting. Hopefully, i'll finish my Thesis in late February and pick up my beloved writing.

4. Get Married: Well...well...well...i do want to get married but it seems that each time i get financially closer to my goal (my fiance too), one pressing commitment rises its ugly head. I do not even want to listen to my alter ego telling me if both of us are even serious to begin with. But deep down, i do want to get married, though i am not 100% desperate about this. My biological clock isn't helping matters also. Tick tock, tick tock...countdown begins.

5. Higher work pay: I definitely am working on this as its about time i start buying those things on display in shops (clothes, shoes, accessories, you name it) and travel (hmmm....bahamas calling) to exotic areas. You only live once, right? So, why should i be stuck in a routine job while saddled with more responsibilities than i can think of and still get underpaid? (Seriously affecting resolution 4 above). And how can i achieve this...Psst.

6. Save: Definitely not easy when your salary is average (nope, i'm not telling what i earn) but i am working towards achieving resolution 5 which would translate to a better and higher savings plan for myself and my unborn kids.

7. Have fun: Tick. You only live once so i am getting out of my conservative self and exploring the night scene once in a while because i am such a homebody (my alter loves to explore) so i am definitely taking up this one.

8. Add Masters Degree to Resume: Yep, i'll finally do this and i am happy about this. In my country, qualifications do matter and that translates to achieving Resolutions 4, 5 and 6.

For now, i can only think of these. What are your new year resolutions? Have a wonderful day. Peace.

Hilarious Random Pictures for the Holidays! Celebrity Edition

Happy holidays to you all. In the spirit of the holidays, i present my humble bloggy self to you all. I was browsing as usual when i saw some celebrity pictures on the net (let's face it, i am a snoopy armadillo when it comes to celebrity gossip). Now, these sets of pictures made me smile...and laugh. I tried to depict what they might be thinking below. Some are cheeeeeeeeeeesssyyyyy but...it's all for fun.


You might have seen them but in any case, just enjoy.

Man might think: "Let's just get away from the noise and the party and have our private party"

 Just imagine Dustin Hoffman's thought: Dustin: "Hmm...Hmmm, that is one big handful balloon. Brad is lucky"

David might think: "This is one butt i can grab and do naughty things...not like skinny boned Vic"

Scarlett Johansson: "Grandpa Woody, what do you think you're doing?"
Woody bends: "Ooh. How i want to rub my nose in those babies."

Sophia Loren: "Who does the slut think she is? Trying to upstage me with her...her...fake...hmm, they look nice"

 Diddy: "Whoa, Jessica sure has the meanest, illest, phattest set of boobs in this industry"
Jessica Biel(through clenched teeth): "Careful, Diddy. Justin T. isn't far, you know. Gotta look good for the paps"

Man thinks: "I would absolutely love to have a twosome with these fine niceties...not like the wife with her sagginess"

 Guy in red chequered shirt (laughs with others) thinks: "Double damn! I wish she was single and i could be her hero"

 Scarlett: "I just love that premiere, like, totally.(thinking: Yeah, go on. Have a long look. I'm not the sexiest woman alive for nothing"
Girl: "Yeah, it rocked...(thinking: I really need to get an implant. Gosh!)

Halle Berry: "Let's take a picture fand discuss our next movie project..."
Bruce Willis thinks: "How would Halle's boob taste like? Maybe like Demi's or...OMG, the paparazzi is snapping this! I will make them DIE HARD!"

Hilarious Random Pictures for the Holidays!

I had no idea what to blog about until i saw a funny picture..no, make it two and decided to share with y'all. Today is the official break day from work till 29th. So as far as blogging goes, lets keep the fingers crossed. Who knows? I am guessing (no, deciding) i'll use this time to meet and greet my long lost (forsaken) friends, eat holiday food, dance, and work on my W.I.Ps.

A big thank you to my followers, the lovely blog from Kittie Howard, the lovely comments from Kittie, Joanna and L'Aussie and all the love. Hope you guys and girls have a wonderful christmas holiday and do not forget to make and stick to your new year resolutions. I do hope by next year, i would edit and revise my WIPs for Jan-April, Get it critiqued for May, Revise again for June, Submit and Query for July. Wait till October for responses from agents. And in between, work on another manuscript.

The first is real and the picture was taken in Nigeria some time ago. It was quite popular and went viral. The second picture (cartoon) marks the fantasy of the artist, in which case, chickens begin to protest by defending themselves from humans' ravenous apetites (a story could come out from this...LOL).

Cheers to a wonderful merry christmas and a happy new year in advance.

Interview with Doctor Funny

 Scroll below for this interesting and hilarious interview with a doctor with a difference, forwarded to me by a friend. I don't know the doctor's name but read on. It's guaranteed to make your day!!!

 

Q: Doctor, I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true?
 

A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that's it...  don't waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that's like saying you can extend the life of your car by driving it faster. Want to live longer?  Take a nap!!!!!   
Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables? 
 

A: You must grasp logistical efficiencies. What does a cow eat?Hay and corn.   

And what are these? Vegetables. So a steak is nothing more than an efficient mechanism of

delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain? Eat chicken. Beef is also a good source of field grass (green leafy vegetable). And a pork chop can give you 100% of your recommended daily allowance of vegetable products. 
Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?  
 

A: No, not at all.  Wine is made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine; that means they take the water out of the fruity bit so you get even more of the goodness that way. Beer is also made out of grain. Bottoms up! 
Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio?
 

A: Well, if you have a body and you have fat, your ratio is one to one. If you have two bodies, your ratio is two to one, etc.

Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program? 
 

A: Can't think of a single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No Pain ... Good!

Q: Aren't  fried foods bad for you?   

A:  YOU'RE NOT LISTENING!!! ..... Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil. In fact, they're permeated in it. How could getting more vegetables be bad for you?  
Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle? 
 

A: Definitely not! When you exercise a muscle, it gets bigger. You should only be doing sit-ups if you want a bigger stomach.

Q: Is chocolate bad for me?  
 

A: Are you crazy?

HELLO ... Cocoa beans! Another vegetable!! It's the best feel-good food around! 
Q: Is swimming good for your figure?
 

A: If swimming is good for your figure, explain whales to me.

Q: Is getting in shape important for my lifestyle?  
 

A:Hey! 'Round' is a shape!  

 

 

Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about foods and diets.

And remember:
'Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather ..........  to skid in sideways ---

- Chardonnay in one hand

- chocolate in the other 

- body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming 'WOO......HOO,

What a Ride'!!!!

 AND .....

For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition and health.

It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies.

1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

3. The Chinese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

5. The Germans drink a lot of beers and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

CONCLUSION:
Eat and drink what you like.
Speaking English is apparently what kills you!!!!!
Learn to speak another language


I don't know about you but the mail had me laughing my arse off. Disclaimer: Please, follow your own doctor's advice as this blog will not be held liable for any misconstrued statements. Thank you. Peace.

I want me some alpha male

Looking at the formulaic patterns of romance books, one can't help but get drawn to the alpha male in the book. He is the epitome of maleness. Huge ego, courage, bad temperamnet, ability to conduct greeeeaaat sex acts, master in the art of seduction and temptation...and let's not forget, the huge biceps, amidst the blue/brown eyes, kissable lips and a host of other things, that get women 'creaming' their panties, fantasising on how such men would give them head...

Am i too vulgar? Nah, if you read Erotic fiction or you write erotic fiction, that is nothing. He is mesmerised by the fragile, lithe, sometimes bony/skinny female and has a raging, almost animalistic drive to have sex with her. Gosh, i read some of these romance books and i, burst out laughing. The authors or publishing house(s), ''brainwash'' their target readers into believing, the alpha male is just within your grasp, if you believe...Now, i'm not dissing romance books as i was a huge fan as a teen, but you and i know that men don't come across as all lovey dovey or whatever. I like some books who have inculcated that realistic pattern of male cons into the writing process, in order to embody the sweet and sour realism of it all. And, that makes for a truly great read, and one in which cynical readers like myself can truly appreciate and be sympathetic with the main characters.

Now, i believe every woman has a fantasy of how her ideal man should be, so it's understandable. Now, i would have preferred a realistic couple like this (inclusive of any imperfections cuz no one is perfect) below

              as opposed to say, a couple like this below:  (Nice garters, and butt, by the way)

 Or another couple like this below:

as opposed to this above:








Without further rambling, i present a few alpha male pictures from the millions that you love...or rather, LUST!!! Naughty, Naughty you. Yes, you.






Hmmmmmm, OMG, David Beckham!!!

I could get lost in Ian Somerhalder's eyes.***blushes*** LOL

Kinda like his Vin Diesel's bad boy image and his character in Pitch Black.

Haa!