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My Y & R Obsession
When it comes to guilty pleasure TV, the ultimate indulgence is the soap opera. I blame (or actually thank) my grandmother Catherine for an obsession that has lasted for decades. From the daily cold open and that all familiar song to the closing credits, I have been a loyal fan of the Young and The Restless for over 40 years.
By Catherine Meyer5 years ago in Geeks
Binge-watching... and eating!
Honestly, I don’t understand people who don’t like re-watching movies or TV Shows. The only thing I love more than watching a good movie is re-watching it. I find that almost every time, when you see the plot unfold again, you notice something you had not paid attention to before. Sometimes I even grow to love characters I did not like the first time around. It is amazing to me that I can still have fun rediscovering movies and TV shows that I have watched numerous times. I love Disney movies, action movies, crime series, Harry Potter (yes, big fan, and boy have I watched them often!), comedies, dramas, name it! I think there is a genre for every occasion and every mood. I can easily spend a whole day in my pajamas with my buddy Netflix and a whole lot of snacks while being completely and happily entertained. Although sometimes, I must admit, I tell myself I am just being lazy or procrastinating. It is probably true to some extent, but I am also very passionate about stories. Whether it is a book, a documentary, an article, or a movie; I love hearing people’s stories. I love reading other bloggers and writers, I love listening to people sharing a little bit of their lives, I like getting to know an artist through their creation. So yes, I am a good procrastinator, but I realized it is also just something I love, and that I should allow myself to take an entire day, once in a while, to just be entertained and to connect with other people’s stories, without judging myself or feeling lazy.
By Marie-Christine Bélec5 years ago in Geeks
The Truth is Out There
I WANT TO BELIEVE …in the undying loyalty and friendship of my most cherished television duo – FBI Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully. The dynamic of this classic skeptic-versus-believer twosome makes for grade A, totally bingeworthy television entertainment. Beyond being a sci-fi lover’s mainstream dream, The X-Files solidified itself in both the horror and drama genres. The X-Files has it all: aliens, conspiracy theories, romance, complicated family relationships, monsters from international folklore, religious overtones, humor, time travel…you get the picture. This show has a little something for everyone, adults and youngsters alike. And that is where my devotion to Mulder, the patron saint of conspiracy theorists, and Dana Scully, our lady of everlasting incredulity, begins.
By Nikki McKeen5 years ago in Geeks
Kids Stuff
I didn't have much of a childhood growing up. I wanted to have fun and play video games. I wanted to go hang out with my friends on the weekends. I would have loved to join the basketball team, just to get away from my parents. Nothing happened. I didn't get that kind of childhood. I worked, and worked hard. All weekend, and every morning before the sun came up. No, I didn't grow up with TV even though I was born in the 90's. It wasn't much fun. The point is that because I didn't have a childhood, I have spent the last ten years being a kid. (A kid with a full time job that is.)
By Beck Daugherty5 years ago in Geeks
Neon Genesis Evangelion
I remember the time, when I was in the middle of my teens, which was about 15 years ago. The world would get to real sometimes, too physical in my case and I wanted to be a hero, a hero in my father's eyes and others, who were dear to me. It was my phantasy, my escape, my dream. It was that time when I saw those characters in splendid costumes, teenage boys and girls, fighting with fiery eyes full of vigilant piercing determination to destroy everything that lies in their way, mainly giant monsters, called angels, but never got an opportunity to watch it. About ten days ago, thanks to my friend's advice I finally did see it. If there are robots, a dystopian world, beautiful girls, guys, school uniforms, the concept of which I could relate to still, even remember how much I hated to iron that uniform much less wearing it just because of someone's rules.
By Oleksandr Matvyeyev5 years ago in Geeks
Who?
The buzzing of the engines. The flashing of the blue box coming into view. Two travelers popping their heads out of the door, taking in their new scenery. Many episodes of Doctor Who start just like this. It wouldn't matter if they all did, I can't get enough. That engine buzz calls out to me and makes me long to hear it out my window. Would I go? If the Doctor stood outside my door and beckoned me to come, would I be brave enough? Duh... I would go in a heartbeat. Kiss my life as I know it goodbye and see the Universe. Perhaps I'd sip a little tea with Jane Austen. I would definitely visit the public baths in Rome. I'd probably even go back to the beginning. See where it all started.I mean we are talking space AND time. The options are limitless.
By Kristen Lantz 5 years ago in Geeks
My Dark Binging
Disney Shows. There, I said it. The only person who knows this deepest of dark secrets about me is my husband. I can tell he just pretends it’s not happening for his own sanity. He has his games, I have my cheesy Disney shows (insert a stuck out tongue here).
By Shannon Graham5 years ago in Geeks
OH MY ... What a B***H!
‘Binging ain’t easy’, ermm.. yes, it is. In fact, it’s very easy! I couldn’t think of anything more chill than watching back-to-back episodes (or *guilty of* seasons) of hit shows such as Star Wars - The Mandalorian or Vikings, Game of Thrones or The Walking Dead, the epic storytelling telling matched with quality, Hollywood worthy CGI, make up and costume/stage developments.
By Danny CJ Mitchell5 years ago in Geeks
Forever Sisters
Today is the day! I have my popcorn, my chips, and candy. Oh yeah, my ginger ale. Laying down in this bed eating is going to put some serious gas on my chest. I turn my television on waiting and ready. I look at my candles on the table allowing me the peace and serenity I need to binge-watch my sisters on their journey. I'm the missing piece. I'm the only one that can make sure they make it to the end.
By Nikita Harris5 years ago in Geeks
