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Gossip Girl 2x01 Summer Kind of Wonderful

Last Monday, the most talked about show of last fall returned. Over the past year Gossip Girl has become a global phenomenon, being shown in over 30 countries, the show has gone from strength to strength. New York Magazine called it the 'best show ever' and season two returns with all the promise for more sex, lies and scandal from Manhattan's elite.
Picking up at the end of the summer where season one left off we join Serena, Nate and Chuck in the Hamptons where steamy doesn't even come close. Whether it's making out in a car or topless sunbathing on the beach, the first five minutes of episode one starts where the season means to go on. But when Blair arrives in town we realise hell hath no fury like a woman scorned and when you promise to meet Blair, you shouldn't break that promise... Chuck. She arrives with a new beau in tow, James, a sure fire way to make Chuck jealous.
While back in Brooklyn, Dan 'lonely boy' Humphrey, is no longer lonely and while trying to juggle a story that he has promised to write about a failed relationship, an internship with one of his idols and trying to forget about Serena, he forgets what makes Dan, the good boy.
I loved this episode, partly because I so wanted Gossip Girl to return and partly because it was a good episode but there was one fatal flaw. Although the Hamptons marks one of the most luxurious parts in the country, Gossip Girl just could not rely on the setting. It was missing New York, the show's main character. We all look forward to seeing the sights, as they sit on the steps of the Met or Brooklyn Bridge but take this away and unfortunately it feels like a good friend is missing. Apart from that the story was lighthearted and b i t chy the ideal mix for this show and a surprising turn from Serena's grandmother! My highlight was any scene between Blair and Chuck, they are such good actors and the emotion between them is shown so well on screen. "Three words, eight letters," that's all it took for Chuck to get his girl but not yet!
Finally the old Jenny was back, she fell off the social ladder at the end of season one and after reconcilling with Erik, it seems things may start to go right for Jenny. Hopes for the season, some Erik storylines, Vanessa's return, Blair & Chuck showdown and some more drama for the the Derena relationship!
As Kirsten Bell who voices Gossip Girl says, 'You ain't seen nothing yet!'
Posted by TakenMisery, 09/04/2008 11:27am
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Hey! OMG... I can't believe how long its been since I have been here!

Hey everyone ! I'm back... did anyone miss me? I have not been here for ages and thought I would just copy and paste my recent enty of my online blog about some new music... anyone agree or disagree?

1. Pink- So What
Pink's first single from her forthcoming album, 'Funhouse', is literally a V-shaped sign to her ex-husband, Carey Hart. 'I guess I just lost my husband,' is how the feisty, adolescent, confident Pink starts her rock anthem for divorced women. With all the attitude which only Pink could get away with, this songs goes over the top and across the line and yet we forgive it, it's Pink. It's extremely catchy and it should be as it's produced by Max Martin who previously collaborated with Pink on hits such as 'U + Ur Hand' and 'Who Knew'. It's more than a break up song, it will get everyone singing as most people can relate to the lyrics. With lines like, 'I'm fine and you're a tool,' the some what juvenile lyrics are some of the best because during a break up, who cares how you act, this is real life. The video falls in the same category as their is cameos from her ex as well as hair setting a light and jibes to Jessica Simpson.

2. Anastacia- I Can Feel You
After a three year break, Anastacia returns with her single, 'I Can Feel You.' Produced by Ne-Yo, the song starts with a futuristic groove piano beat which will get anyone wishing they were at a disco. Then she comes in, the little lady with the big voice. After a first listen you may not be convinced but after the second or third time you realise the potential of this single. Reminiscent of 'I'm Outta Love' and 'Not That Kind', this song has gone back to basics.

3. Rooney- Get Away
I found their recent album in my local bargain bin, probably not the best advertisement for a relatively unknown band but had I known how good it would sound before hand, I would defiantly have bought it before now. 'Get Away' is one of the UK bonus tracks and my favourite on the album. Known for providing music on 'The OC' this altern rock band has easy synths, captivating lyrics and bouncy rhythms. 'Get Away' ticks that criteria and during the chorus you realise this song is brilliant to have on at a party and effortless to dance to as the music takes hold of you. The guitar solo shows their talent and that Rooney may be here for longer than others thought.

4. The Rasmus- Livin' In A World Without You
Hailing from Sweden, The Rasmus were relatively unknown in the UK, US and Australia but managed to achieve success throughout other parts of Europe including Germany and Scandanavia. That all changed in 2003 when they released 'Dead Letters' which signified their breakthrough. 'In The Shadows' reached number three in the UK and number one is the US. Five years later they are due to release their new album, 'Black Roses', and the lead single, 'Livin' In A World...'. Their music has been bought right up to date yet sounding like they did all those years ago. Their alternative rock beats have allowed them to expand into an all round band, showing that it's not just heavy metal that they can capture.

5. Daniel Powter- Next Plane Home
Here we hail the return of Daniel Powter and his sophmore release, 'Under The Radar.' 'Next Plane Home' is the lead single and unfortunatly is no 'Bad Day' (the most played song in the last five years). Although after listening to the piano driven ballad I am inclined to give this song more of a chance than other reviews have. I will hold my judgement of his new material until I hear more, I am just hoping for more danceable hits.
In the meanwhile, what do you think?

Speak to everyone soon

XOXO

Posted by TakenMisery, 08/31/2008 2:15pm
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Happy Easter (For Yesterday :D)

Just a brief note, wishing everyone a good Easter... hope you don't eat too much chocolate... aw well... Easter eggs are nice

The biggest Belgium Chocolate Easter Egg in the World!!!

Posted by TakenMisery, 03/24/2008 3:26am
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I have seen 72 movies... sure I have no life :D

Thanks Ivy for the test...

Section 1:

(x) The Princess Bride
( ) Young Frankenstien
( ) AnchorMan: The Legend of Ron Burgandy
( ) Napoleon Dynamite
( ) Saw
( ) White Noise
( ) White Oleander
(x) Anger Management
(x) 50 First Dates
( ) Jason X

Total:3

Section 2:

( ) Scream
( ) Scream 2
( ) Scream 3
(x) Scary Movie
( ) Scary Movie 2
(x) Scary Movie 3
(x ) American Pie
( x) American Pie 2
( x) American Wedding
(x) American Pie: Band Camp
(x) Harry Potter

Total: 10

Section 3:

(x) Harry Potter 2
(x) Harry Potter 3
(x) Harry Potter 4
( x) Resident Evil
( x) Resident Evil 2
() The Wedding Singer
() Little Black Book
(x ) The Village
( x) Donnie Darko
(x) Lilo & Stitch

Total: 18

Section 4:

(x) Finding Nemo
( ) Finding Neverland
( ) 13 Ghosts
( ) Signs
(x) The Grinch
() Texas Chainsaw Massacre
() White Chicks
(x) Butterfly Effect
(x) Thirteen Going on 30
(x ) I, Robot

Total: 23

Section 5:

(x) Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
( ) Universal Soldier
(x) A Series Of Unfortunate Events
(x) Along Came Polly
( ) Deep Impact
( ) KingPin
( ) Never Been Kissed
(x) Meet The Parents
(x) Meet the Fockers
( ) Eight Crazy Nights

Total: 28

Section 6:

(x) A Cinderella Story
(x) the Terminal
(x) the Lizzie McGuire Movie
( x) Passport to Paris
(x) Dumb & Dumber
(x ) Dumb & Dumberer
() Final Destination
( ) Final Destination 2
( ) Halloween
(x ) The Ring

Total: 35

section 7:

( ) The Ring 2
() Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle
() Practical Magic
(x ) Chicago
( ) Ghost Ship
( ) From Hell
() Hellboy
(x) Secret Window
() I Am Sam
(x) The Whole Nine Yards

Total:38

Section 8:

(x ) The Day After Tomorrow
( ) Child's Play
() Bride of Chucky
() Ten Things I Hate About You
(x) Just Married
() Gothika
( ) Nightmare on Elm Street
( ) Sixteen Candles
(x) Coach Carter
( ) Bad Boys

Total: 41

Section 9:

( ) Bad Boys 2
( ) Joy Ride
( ) Se7en
( x) Oceans eleven
(x ) Ocean's Twelve
( x) Identity
( ) Lone Star
( x) Bedazzled
( ) Predator I
( ) Predator II

Total: 45

Section 10:

( ) Independence Day
() Cujo
( ) A Bronx Tale
( ) Darkness Falls
( ) Christine
(x) E.T.
( ) children of the Corn
( ) My Boss' daughter
(x) Maid in Manhattan
( ) Frailty

Total: 47

Section 11:

( ) Best Bet
(x) How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
( ) She's All That
(x ) Calendar girls
( x) Sideways
( ) Mars Attacks
( ) Event Horizon
() Ever After
() Forrest Gump
( ) Big Trouble in Little China

Total: 50

Section 12:

() X-Men
(x) Jeepers Creepers
( ) Jeepers Creepers 2
( ) Catch Me If You Can
( x) The Others
(x) Freaky Friday
(x ) Reign of Fire
(x) Cruel Intentions
(x) The Hot Chick

Total: 56

Section 13:

(x) Swimfan
( ) miracle
(x ) Old School
() The Notebook
( ) K-Pax
(x ) Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
( x) Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
(x ) Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
() Walk to Remember
( ) Boogeyman

Total: 61

Section 14:

(x) Hitch
( ) The Saint
( x) Star Wars Episode I The Phantom Menace
(x ) Star Wars Episode II Attack of The Clones
( x) Star Wars Episode III Revenge of The Sith
( ) Star Wars Episode IV A New Hope
( ) Star Wars Episode V The Empire Strikes Back
( ) Star Wars Episode VI Return of The Jedi
( ) Troop Beverly Hills
( ) American History X

Total: 65

Section 15:

( ) Air Force One
( ) For Richer or Poorer
( x) Trainspotting
( ) People Under the Stairs
( ) Blue Velvet
( ) The Sound of Music
(x) Parent Trap 1
( ) Parent Trap 2
( ) The Burbs
( ) The Terminator 2

Total: 67

Section 16:

( ) Empire Records
( ) SLC Punk
( ) Meet Joe Black
(x) Nightmare Before Christmas
( ) The Silence of the Lambs
() Sleepy Hollow
( ) I Heart Huckabees
( ) 24 Hour Party People
( ) Blood In Blood Out
( ) The Virgin Suicides
( ) The Sandlot

Total: 68

section 17:

( ) Rocky Horror Picture Show
(x ) Grease
(x) Pirates of the Caribbean
( ) Boondock Saints
( ) The Mexican
( x) Fight Club
(x) Starsky and Hutch
( ) Neverending Story
( ) Blazing Saddles
( ) Airplane
( ) Super Troopers
( ) The Goonies

Total: 72

Posted by TakenMisery, 03/23/2008 4:02am
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OMG... the nicest dessert!

I am eating it at the moment, my neighbours sister cooked us a bannoffe pie and OMG... it is the nicest dessert I have ever eaten

Just thought I would share that with you...

More next time
XOXO

Posted by TakenMisery, 03/17/2008 1:26pm
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