Also, I don't delve much into the Twilight hype, whether it's about the literature, the author, or the film (not that I don't have opinions). But I have to say I am getting a bit tired of it. It's been on every news program, morning show, and in regular conversations/blogs non-stop for the past week or more. Seriously, is it really that good? I might see it someday since I did read Twilight ages ago (I only halfheartedly read the next one and stopped there), and I did enjoy the new story and ideas the book had. It was a nice brainless activity I suppose. But I'll definitely wait until I don't have to sit in a theater of hundreds of giggly fans. That's just not me. And just now on Regis and Kelly, they were talking about the ever-loving movie, and a woman from the audience was reading it that moment and assured Kelly she would love it because it's all "vampires and sex." Hmm. . . Aren't you glad there are a bunch of little girls seeing with with their moms? What a warm and fun family activity. Quite frankly, I usually get annoyed with most frivolous things that get a lot of hyper-fan publicity. Remember this post? Twilight just happens to be one of those. (And I'd be lying if I didn't say I was a bit glad it only got 44% on rotten tomatoes.)
On a lighter note, I woke up so happy this week with the traditional feast to look forward to. I always love cooking for Thanksgiving, if it's not hectic and I feel prepared, that is. My grocery shopping was done last Friday, and I'm feeling pretty good. I made the decision to, instead of making some new things, make all the basics as good as I know how. I feel like I always take on too much trying to make Thanksgiving new and exciting, leaving the traditional dishes in the dust not getting the attention and love they deserve. And it makes me feel like my new ideas turn out mediocre as well. We're also taking a break from the turkey fryer. I do love a fried turkey, but it's quite a bit of work and $$ with that costly peanut oil. And there are so many great roasted turkey recipes out there I love. So, looks like we're going back to basics this year. That's my goal at least.
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Yes, I am tired of the media hype on Twilight as well.
And about Thanksgiving, sounds great. The classics are always enjoyed most, I think. Good luck with the prep, sounds like you really have it under control.
Love the basics.
So, I just wrote a 3 page Twilight article which can NEVER EVER be published if I want anyone to ever speak to me again. But yes, it's everywhere.
Yeah, so that was me. Also, isn't it interesting how you know what "month" it is if you're into it. We always know when it's Autism month.
Emily,
I'm feeling bad like my post offended you? I totally side with you on that one - not okay at all. Hope you understood what I was trying to say. Sorry!
-Jana
I am exactly the same way about Harry Potter. I still refuse to read it because of the hype. Luckily I got into Twilight before it became so big and I love it so much I can't turn my back on it now. Interesting that anyone would say that Twilight is about vampires and sex. I've read books that were all about that, and Twilight doesn't come close. The movie is super clean too. It is nice that we have a clean romance to take our younger girls to. Anyway, definitely stay away for a while because of the screaming girls, they are out of control
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