Catching Fire- and the Revolution Begins

That's right people! The revolution is just around the corner, the spark has been lit, and what a flame it produced. The catching fire movie was everything I expected and more to be honest. It was so beautifully done, that it had me (someone who's read the books and knows what's gonna happen) on the edge of my seat! The acting, the effects, the dialogue, everything was done perfectly. I had tears in my eyes during simple scenes, but because I knew what they will bring, I just couldn't help it!

I have been waiting for this for almost a year and a half, and it was worth it. All the new cast members were great, including the fan favorite 'Finnick Odair' played by the charming 'Sam Claflin' who most fans had their doubts about, claiming he wasn't good enough to play the role, (and that's what they thought about Josh when he was cast as Peeta) and again they were wrong. He did the role justice and has cemented his place in our hearts forever!( Right next to Peeta!!)Yes forever. That's how incredible he was. And don't get me started on 'Johanna Mason' played by the feisty 'Jena Malone' she was absolutely brilliant!! She had the right amount of anger and awesomeness mixed with a little bit of sadness, which I believe was the right combination that made her so great. The rest of the original cast was remarkable as usual, Jennifer and Josh have such an adorable chemistry on the screen, and because of how the story develops in the second book, we got to see more of it in the movie. Their story takes some interesting turns and it was nice to see them come to life. I remember gushing like an idiot when I was reading about them in the book and thinking to myself how cute they're gonna look when they're acted out. And I was Right!! 

It was well worth the wait, and I won't be seeing it just once, there are definitely going to be marathons of the first two movies while we wait for the third installment to come out. It's gonna be a long wait, but it just gets better and better (so to speak). As a book reader and knowing what's heading my way I must say I have a lot of eagerness and anticipation for the coming movies. Even though I know what's gonna happen, that's doesn't take anything away from the story I believe it just makes me more excited, because while you're reading you get to play it out in your head, using your own imagination, and when it's adapted into a movie, and it's actually better than you expected , that just adds more to the delight of seeing one of your favorite stories come to life.  Not all book adaptations are lucky like that, but this one sure was and I'm glad of it! It's what will keep us coming back for more every time, and what will make me personally watch the movies more than once. Catching Fire is definitely worth a second, third and fourth watch... It was simply that good. And it was a great sequel (which is supposed to keep us calm and entertained till the next movie comes out) that brought us the right amount of thrill and excitement that will without a doubt spark something bigger in the coming adaptations, and boy will we be waiting with our bows and arrows for the revolution to begin!!

November- The Month of Epicness!

November is finally here, ahh November November how we have longed for your arrival with Splendor, and all the nice things you bring with you. Other than the fact that its finally beautiful to go outside, cuz the weather is just AhMazing! Ironically, It's also the month which brings us closer to the big screen! :D

With premiers of big movies such as Thor 2 (LOKIII) , this looks like a decent sequel, can't wait to see it. But what is really EXCITING about the coming of November is the fact that CATCHING FIRE IS FINALLY HERE! Well almost it comes out in 2 weeks! BUT STILL, it's like actually finally close, we're finally gonna see it come to life, OMG SO MUCH HAPPENS IN THIS BOOK, I can't wait to see it on the BIG SCREEN! One more thing PEETA!! AHH JUST PEETA!! Really need I say more! Oh yeah FINNICK! (Without spoiling it for non book fans) So that's something to look forward to in the coming days with great EXCITEMENT. ( man capitalizing certain words just makes the post look more exciting!! I can't help it words just must be capitalized when talking about Catching Fire) 

Hmm what else there's something else I'm sure there is, something a very crazy bunch of followers, (more like millions of fans) have been waiting for, something that will redefine tv!! Seriously no over reaction! Oh yeah DOCTOR WHO'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL!! The episode we've been waiting for since like FOREVER!! An episode which will bring us some happy, sad, emotional, exciting, adventurous, down right EPIC MOMENTS! We won't just have one doctor this time, no no no, we're gonna have TWO! 10 is coming back for a special appearance and he's bringing someone with him the beloved fan favorite Rose! WOHOO! It's gonna be something, it really is, just imagine 10 and 11 on the same screen at the same time interacting and talking and just being their own version of the doctor we have all come to love throughout the seasons! 

The date has been saved for a whole year now!! So bring it on! We're prepared!! 

Whovians all around the world are prepared and ready for whatever you will throw at us Moffat! 

The Seasons are Among Us

It's that time of the year again when all our favorite shows make their much awaited return to our screens after leaving us for almost 4 months!! That might not seem like a lot of time but for some of us fanatics it sure is! Things kicked off with the 10th season of 'Grey's Anatomy' yup that's right TEN SEASONS and still going for this medical drama that appeared on our tv screens years ago and cemented its place in our hearts even after it was the reason for breaking it time and time and time and time again.... And after 3 episodes its off to a good start but knowing 'Shonda Rimes' and her evil heartbreaking tricks we know something horrible is lurking in the corner waiting to make an appearance! 

The Vampire Diaries is back for its 5th season and although it might seem to be a bit boring this season you know with klaus leaving mystic falls and all... We're stuck with two boys fighting over an annoying girl, which if I may add there are TWO of now! The only thing I'm looking forward to this season is 'Evil Stefan' to be honest! Because I think Paul Wesley plays an amazing Evil character which just makes him more interesting. 

And the cherry on Top the official premier of 'The Originals' the much awaited spinoff for the 'Mikaelson' family (well what's left of them) and what they're gonna be up to in the city of 'New Orleans' where I'm sure Klaus will be up to no good with his pursuit for power and the dashing Elijah will be right next to him to help him along the way as honorably as he could! 

The Winchesters will grace our screens in 4 days and we couldn't be more excited for this remarkable 9th season, which promises to be amazing especially after that finale last season when all the Angels started falling from the sky!! Which left us crazy fans screaming 'THE ANGELS ARE FALLING!! THE ANGELS ARE FALLING!!'

So bring it on supernatural we're ready for the crazy ride (in the Impala) you'll take us on this season like you do Every time!

So here we go another year another season and most definitely more drama, heartbreak, shock and excitement to come our way! And boy are we ready!  

Caribou- The Place to Go (when you ditch a boring class)

There's always that one (or maybe two..umm lets say three) class that you just can't bring yourself to attend let alone sit through for 2 hours!! So you ultimately try to find the perfect escape! And for us it was always at the awesome 'Caribou Coffee' café in Hamra street. The place was always there but we never really payed much attention to the rest of the yummy things they had on the menu, we just went with plain Ol' Mocha...typical stuff. BUT, whole and behold, one day we decided to try something 'daring' called a "Berry White Mocha" , now yeah you might think berries and coffee, is that a good mix, let me tell you something IT SURE IS! One of the yummiest drinks I've ever had! Berries mixed with mocha, with a coating of whipped cream and topped with your choice of chocolate chips (white chocolate was our favorite and best choice really) and you got yourself a drink to die for! Throw in a slice of their Cheescake ( from the amazing Cheesecake Factory) and you're good to go. What a delight it was to know that we had a ditchable class during the week because that always meant 'YAY CARIBOU TIME!!' 

I'd say we became somewhat regulars over there, ordering the same thing usually and permanently stamping our presence.

Interesting fact- the first time we discovered the beauty that is a 'Berry white Mocha' we always ordered it 'hot' , little did we know that there was a 'cold' version of the drink and OH MY GOD it was simply ecstatic to find that out. The hot drink is usually enjoyable on those chilly winter days when you're all wrapped up in your coat and scarf and you just want to feel warm on the inside,  whereas the cold one was the best way to quench that thirst you get on those ; hot, humid summer days in Beirut! 

Nothing can take away the awesome times we had at 'Caribou' with many more to come hopefully! 

Doctor Who Moments- 9th Doctor

The Doctor, in all three of his awesome regeneration's had his moments, whether they were brilliant and funny, or heartbreaking and sad, they never failed to leave an impact on us loyal Whovians and make us love him even more. Now there are many many moments to choose from, and to begin lets keep it in order by starting with 9's Best moments. This first one is a personal favorite and it's really the first glimpse we get into the funny, witty, smart and somewhat goofy character of the Doctor.
In the First Episode when he's after those creepy Plastic mannequin things that have come to life and he's explaining in his very elaborate way what he intends to do to stop them to "Rose' the girl he rescues, as if we have a clue what he's talking about and then just like that after his long speech and so causally implying that he might "die in the process" he just tells her "Don't worry about me you just go along and have your beans and toast" in the nicest voice and then he gets all serious and says " but don't tell anyone about this cuz if you do you'll get them killed" and he's gone....but no! he forgot something and just like that he's back and in this very cheerful voice he's all "I'm the Doctor by the way, what's your name?" she says "Rose" and he's all "Nice to meet you Rose, run for your life!!" with this sly devilish smile on his face! and that I'm afraid was all it took to get me hooked, he got me from there on and plus the accent that the talented "Christopher Eccleston" has really really makes him just 10 times more interesting and just so freaking sexy! I mean seriously, why are we so weak when it comes to these accents, they seem to have some sort of weird magical effect that makes everything they say sound sexy and out of this world!
So yeah on that note we conclude the first of many "Doctor Who Moments", and seeing as there are 7 seasons out there! Expect plenty more to come!
Till the next time!

"I'm The Doctor!"- "Doctor Who?"- "Exactly!!"

The end is here....well at least for this part of my journey in the magical world of  'Doctor Who' . I just finished watching the last episode of season 7 and sadly said my goodbyes to the delightful 'Matt Smith' seeing as he left the show to make way for our New Doctor! Can't wait!! After seven seasons and three different doctors I found that it never gets easy to say goodbye to our beloved Doctor (man I'm gonna say Doctor a lot in this post!). And even-though it's always sad to see our doctor leave, because in their own special way all three actors who had the honor of portraying this amazing character were favorites and loved for different reasons, it's still also exciting to see how the new person is gonna truly become "The Doctor". Each actor brought his own signature move or word or facial expression that managed to wiggle its way into our hearts and make us love him more and more and more and more.... You really can't hate the doctor no matter what! HE'S THE DOCTOR!! Awesome in so many ways, the protector of the universe and all it's galaxies!

I wont make this post too long, this is simply a little rant to help me get over my post-season finale emotions and boy are they plenty! I could talk on and on and on about what I like about the doctor, what makes this character so lovable and admirable ( the list is endless really, and therefor I shall be making one , a list of favorite Doctor moments, in the form of various blog entries in the coming days) that you just find yourself fascinated and connected with on a very deep emotional level (yup that's what this man has done to us he's got us all emotionally attached to him in an unbreakable bond) It's such a wonderful thing to be honest, I am so glad I started watching this show (my sister persuaded me in a way since she watched it first and was in desperate need to express the many many emotions one goes through while watching the show) after such a long time of wondering what all the "Doctor Who" fuss was about and I can't wait to continue this beautiful journey with our new Doctor when he returns. And in the words of my first and favorite Doctor...It's gonna be FANTASTIC!

Daily Tales - Cola, The Place To Go

I have a problem with Cola area in Beirut. However, I also have a solution at hand. So, bare with me. I'm trying to act like a socially responsible civilian (who  happens to know how to gank a demon; just putting it out there).
Anyhow.

Problem: Cola smells like day-old, sun exposed pee.

Why? Okay we can all assume why. But this has gotten out of hand people.
Anyone who's passing through the area is either coming from a long and tedious day at work, speed-walking desparately to reach the vehicle of his choice which will transport him (not smoothly might I add) to the safety of his home.
But, to his surprise, and as he takes that deep inhale of contempt, because he's oh so close to that bus, the creeping scent rapes his nostrils.

It is an intriguingly insolent smell. My pal and I have suffered through that horrifying ordeal on countless summer mornings and afternoons. FYI, come winter time, it is not fancier.

Soultion: Cola should have portable toilets. It is a more logical, sanitary, and practical solution than the crazy that's been going on. This is not the wilderness folks, we are neither bigfoot nor a lion.
Let's stop the madness, please.

Until then, i'll  hold my breath.