Hello everyone~ I'm off work today and relaxing at home between errands (grocery store, Target, gas station, and getting a haircut this afternoon). We've got really windy and rainy weather here and it's a good day to be inside, especially when you've caught a cold.
I watched
Twliight on DVD last night for the first time in a year or more. I know we've mentioned this recently, but I'm still realizing how the movie has such charm and appeal, in spite of the low budget, overwhelmingly bluish tint, and indie vibe. I guess I find myself a little more forgiving of the glitches and omissions and edits made to Twilight as time goes by, and I can appreciate it for being a pretty good adaptation of an amazing book. I can deal with the slightly laughable special effects (running), the butchering of the meadow scene (who knew it was located in the forest just behind Forks High School and Edward and Bella would randomly stumble upon it?
), and the lack of attention and detail given to the building up of the relationship and romance between Edward and Bella, prior to the the meadow scene). I can now fully appreciate Twilight for some of the gorgeous shots (I think I'm still one of the few fans who gets goosebumps and loves the panoramic shots of Edward and Bella high up in the trees); the selection and introduction of the mostly perfect cast; and especially for some of the mesmerizing scenes that still, even after three years, take my breath away
....Edward and Bella's first kiss in her bedroom, Edward "saving" Bella at the ballet studio, Edward kissing Bella on the forehead in the hospital--"Where else am I gonna go?", and their dance to "Flightless Bird" at the prom.
Sandy~ Rob looks adorable in those pictures--even Dean looks very casually handsome in his suit.
I'm glad to hear you're feeling a bit better and enjoying your reread of the series. I also appreciate you sharing those amazing quotes from
Twilight, as I've only had time to reread
Eclipse (still not finished) and then tackle at least the first half of
Breaking Dawn. I seem to have caught your cold
although I'm mostly bothered by the alternating very runny/stuffy nose with some sinus pain, but it will probably turn into a frustrating and nagging cough, as my colds tend to do. Thanks for the Lexiversary wishes--and Robcrack. Whooping cough....really? I guess I'm naive enough to think that was mostly eradicated.
Lynne~ I like that philosophy that we start anew, everyday. It's very hopeful and can be applied to nearly every aspect of your life. I've found the discussion about movie ratings, our views of pre-marital sex, and talking about these issues with our children so interesting. It's one of the things I appreciate so much about the Halfway House and the Lexicon....we really share so much more than just our love for Twilight and a certain gorgeous British actor.
Suzan~ Enjoy your break from classes and exams--you deserve it! I wasn't fond of this new version of Eclipse (All Yours) either, and wonder why they couldn't have just used the original version. You asked about Kristen's filming schedule....I think
Caryn mentioned that principal photography for SWaTH has probably wrapped, but they'll still have post-production and other stuff to complete. Thanks for the Lexiversary wishes and Robcrack.
Amy~ Sorry you've had such a crazy work week, but you're in the homestretch now. Thanks for sharing the pictures from your mini HH convention, and I'm glad all of you had such a good time. Are you reading anything in particular now, fanfic-wise?
Lulu~ I loved your family's Halloweeen costumes and thanks for sharing the pictures. Everyone looked amazing and you did a great job. I didn't know there was such a thing as a DVD player that can edit out certain "stuff", and that would be a nice idea with little ones in the house. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us about those issues, and don't apologize for feeling "old-fashioned" (your words), or having differing views than some others. I think that's part of what makes this a very special place....that we can openly contribute different thoughts and ideas and viewpoints about certain subjects without feeling ridiculed or rejected.
I'm glad everyone had a good time at the mini-Halfway House convention, and enjoyed being all fangirly with others who understand what it's all about.
Mystics ocean~ Welcome to the Halfway House--we hope to see you around here again.
Marielle~ I'm sorry your arm hurts so much from the flu vaccine. My hands are just itching to hit the play button on all of those new BTS clips and TV spots too, but I'm holding out just like you are.....only a few more days, we can do it!
I also hope Kristen has a break over the holidays and some time to spend with her family and Rob. What would be Carlisle's and Jasper's favorite animals to hunt.....very intriguing question. It's almost like trying to guess the patronuses for various Harry Potter characters.
Missp~ I'm glad to know you already have three or four BD viewings all lined up. I bought tickets to the 6:30 Friday night show with a few coworkers, but don't know when I'll get a chance to see it again because of the Thanksgiving holdays coming up. I hope to see it at least once or twice more in a quieter atmosphere where I can fully absorb all the details.
Caryn~ Enjoy your brief time away by catching up on a little fanfic. I can imagine you were pretty bummed when you realized you wouldn't be able to watch the WFE DVD, but you certainly made the best of it. I know what you mean about certain intense images bothering one child, but not the other. My eleven-year-old daughter had to cover her eyes and practically sit in my lap anytime Nagini was onscreen in Deathly Hallows, and she was more bothered by some of the more intense stuff in DH Parts 1 & 2; whereas her younger brother wasn't fazed in the slightest. Go figure....
I agree with you that Bill Condon does seem to have a good grasp on what moments in the series are most important and must be properly depicted onscreen. Once the series is finally over, it will be interesting to look back and characterize all five movies, taking into consideration the different directors. Not to simplify it
too much, but it's almost like you could say Twilight was the independent film, New Moon had kind of the classic old movie/romance thing going on, Eclipse was the edgy, darker thriller (with a little bit of romance thrown in for good measure), and maybe Breaking Dawn will be thought of as the blockbuster romance/action epic movie?
Jaclyn~ I hope you enjoyed a little time to yourself while your bf was away, catching up on some favorite TV and fanfiction. I loved Pros and Cons too, and I like Sydney Alice's characterizations of Bella and Edward in all of her stories--probably one of my favorite all human fanfic authors out there just now. I'm also keeping up with The Introduction to Swirl and Daisy and enjoy the Harry Potter references--it just takes quite awhile for the author to update.
Christina~ We certainly can't blame you for choosing a little Robkowski over us.....you can post here any old time.
Have a great time at your wine tasting party and we look forward to hearing about it when you have a chance to check in with us.
Sean~ Thanks for the tip about Kristen's Leno appearance. I guess I need to post a list of all these upcoming appearance and set the DVR ASAP. I emphathize with Kristen as my minivan can sometimes look like we've been living it it....especially if the kids have left water bottles, snack wrappers, socks
, shoes, etc. in it as they're transported to/from after school activities.
Joyce~ So close....yet so far. Do you think if you got in your car it might just drive you to Grauman's Chinese Theater today for their ceremony? Hope your doctor's appointment goes well, and enjoy taking care of your friend's puppy. I always love your infectious energy--have a great day yourself!
As I was appreciating your beautiful gifts, I noticed that they all seem to come from one very well stocked source… 
--------- MR. and MRS Robward are less then 3 hours away from me and are at the LA Wax Museum getting "Immortalized" HHMMM
