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Tuesday, Dec 23, 2008

Hey all, it's been a while I know. There are a few reasons why I haven't been blogging, or on here much at all.

The first is college. When I last blogged I was just about to start, and now the first term is over. It's been a crazy few months. It's a lot different to school, but I'm getting used to it now. I haven't made many friends in c lass but where I'm living I have made a few. Some a pretty crazy, so that suits me fine! I love the independence of living alone, and I feel like I have really grown up. I have also learned about my new best friend, vodka!

The second is this new design, which blows. It just isn't the same this way. I can't get used to using it. Though TV[DOT]com is still my religious TV bible. A lot of people have disappeared also, which doesn't surprise me at all. And those who didn't, are threatening too, or aren't happy. I seriously do not know what the CNET team were thinking!

And now a quick rundown of the TV season thus far.

Heroes
Heroes
Been even worse than the second season and I was so looking forward to a redeeming season. The majority of plots have been all over the place. I feel lost in a mess of formulas and evil, yet not so evil villains, and weird alternate realities. Just when I think things couldn't get any worse, they go and get rid of Kristen Bell, literally they're only redeeming quality, aside from the wonderful Daphne (who needs a far better plot than the one she has).

Desperate Housewives
DH
Season 5 has been a letdown. Though not abysmal, it just isn't as amazing as the first four seasons, and it lowered back down to season 2 standards. The Dave mystery isn't as intriguing as season 4's. I still love it though.

Ghost Whisperer
Mel & Jim
This show would be better of cancelled. The writers, after 3 years of greatness, have destroyed the show so fast, I almost didn't see it coming. I was proud that such a soft show could do something so hardcore by killing off a main character, and then they go and spit on what happened. In a show about moving on, this really doesn't sit well with me.

Smallville
Chloe & Jimmy
I am pleasantly surprised by this season. Though not half as good as season 4 or earlier, the show is heading in a good direction. I think it can leave TV land with some of its dignity intact. And the abundance of screen time given to Chloe this year really helps

Supernatural
Supernatural
I was never too keen on this show, but season 4 is its best. It has gone in a very brave direction and is one of the few shows that stick to its master plan. I hope it gets the fun it wants.

Gossip Girl
Blair
Season 2 had a slow start, but has been consistently entertaining throughout. I still miss Georgina though . The show is still as good as it was. I hope it can keep this up.

Ugly Betty
Betty
A huge step up on the previous season, helped by Linlo's appearance on the show. The episodes get better and better. I just wished that Amanda and Marc would get more to do.

America's Next Top Model
Cycle 11
Though cycle 11 was dullsville, the winner was the best they've had in ages.

Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles
T:TSCC
Save the best for last. This is the only amazing show on TV right now. Every episode has been 100/10. My love for it grows and grows. I just hope it isn't given the Fox treatment and sent packing.

In DVD land, I have finally caught up with Bones season 3, thanks to a friend. Its as enjoyable as always. I also finished House season 4 (also thanks to the same friend!) which was the best season ever, regardless of what everyone else says. I should be getting a few new sets for xmas . . . Yayness!

So, I do hope this is read by a few of my old commenters. It would be nice to hear from you all again . And I'd also like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas!

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Yay, Panda!
I completely agree on the new design, 'tis irritating. And they keeping changing it! Grr!
I have been enjoying DH this season, but I agree that it is not as good as it was. I'm way behind on Terminator! UB I just can't be bothered with at the moment, I'm waiting for Supernatural and GG to air here before I watch them, although I don't even know when they start. On Smallville, I'm about two seasons behind everyone else!
Posted Dec 23, 2008 7:57 am PT
Glad college is going well, it takes time to make friends I found, you'll meet more people as the year progresses But having crazy friends is always good.
And hey a mutual friend in vodka!!

I'm getting used to the re-design but its sad that people have left, but I can understand why.

I'm enjoying DH this season, but Dave's mystery seems to be really obvious atm so they need something to spice it up and make it more mysterious

Happy Christmas, hope you have a good one
Posted Dec 23, 2008 9:15 am PT
Yay for college going well. I wish you much luck in the rest of it too. And Merry Christmas as well.
Posted Dec 23, 2008 9:32 am PT
Glad to hear college is going well. I'm not crazy about the redesign, but it looks like we have no choice but to get used to it. Merry Christmas!
Posted Dec 23, 2008 9:59 am PT
Hey there! I'm sorry college is occupying you. Are you on winter break now? They've, yet again, changed the layout and probably causing more people to leave. Do the CNET team even notice that people have left? It's so stupid and the changes were so unnecessary. I agree with what you said with Ghost Whisperer.. it's just boring now. I love the ANTM winner. Finally my favourite wins! Well, happy holidays.
Posted Dec 23, 2008 10:33 am PT
Merry Christmas! I've really enjoyed Heroes S3 and Desperate Housewives S5 (but I see what you mean about the Dave mystery- I called it quite early on). Vodka is fantastic. Take care, mate. QB
Posted Dec 23, 2008 11:51 am PT
Hey, welcome back. Love the Heroes reference in the title (unless that's not what you were going for?). On DH:I'd agree Season 5 has been a bit of a letdown but I wouldn't agree with the Season 2 comparison.S2's mystery sucked but episodes as a whole were very strong.Season 5 is the opposite for me.On GW:Yes, it (as in the show) should so totally die and go into the light.They're really f*cking it up, aren't they? On TSCC: Yes, definitely the best thing on TV right now. I haven't loved each and every episode, some have been weaker than others but its still pretty frickin' amazing.I hope it's not cancelled either. I NEED it to survive coz frankly, without it, TV kinda sucks.
Posted Dec 23, 2008 2:02 pm PT
Sounds like things are going well. Yay on making it through your 1st term. Glad your making friends - like so many other things, it's the quality, not the quantity. Supernatural has been awesome. Enjoy the holidays and good luck on the next term.
Posted Dec 23, 2008 9:06 pm PT
Only really DH, Heroes and Smallville there. Have yet to catch up on Supernatural.

Glad college is going well.
Posted Dec 30, 2008 10:44 am PT
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