Mortereve all!

Watched episodes 5-7 of Robin Hood over the weekend. 5 and 6 were good... 7 was rather sad.

Very true. But, you did help me out last time by giving me the link.
"Dad, will you stop watching that?" (is that right?)

Ah, true.
That's right. "It's on the internet. There's not stopping it now."

"Why is nothing ever simple?!" The Sheriff in the BBC Robin Hood.
Never!

"I don't know, you know? I don't know." NT2

Yes, we do!

No we don't! lol!

Mmmhmm! I used #f4e7c4. I don't think I had GIMP open, so I couldn't find a different shade.

Yup!Ok, that's the light brown color. The one for dark brown is #ebddb8.

( ) I've enjoyed reading what you've said about it. Keep us updated. I'm so glad that you like it!

lol, I'll bet. Yup, I'll be sure to keep you all updated.

Another thing, Aiden, from the music discussion that you've been having with Dani, your family's views on music sound quite a bit like my family's, if not the same.

Interesting, I'm glad to hear that.

*cough* Here's a hint: It's pronounced like "Jack".

lol, yes, I know, I figured it out after the fact.

That's good. Life's been ok. I recently inherited a "new" computer. (The reason for the smaller keyboard.) It's my sister's old laptop, but the screen doesn't work so it's hooked up to a LCD (I think?) Monitor.
You don't? Oh come on,she's only explained her username a couple hundred times. Just watch the episode and it'll all make sense.

Ah, that's neat. Yeah, laptop keyboards take a while to get used to. Must be hard to use with it hooked up to a monitor, huh?
Yes, I know, I know, I smacked my forehead when I realized what you meant.

you should put that in a spoiler! Yeah that was sad I was crying alot...

I thought about that afterwards, but anyone that's paying any attention to what I say about Robin Hood has seen way more than I.
But, yeah, that was such a sad part.

I think there are only two more similar instances after that episode, from what I remember. But I'm only 10 episodes in...

Well, I've seen one of those instances... the part with the nun in "The Taxman Cometh".

I wish you did too, as this has been a very interesting discussion to follow. Also, if you don't mind my asking, where in Scripture do you find the verses you use to determine what music is God-glorifying? I feel like I shouldn't have to ask, but I don't think I've ever seen a particular verse or passage associated to this type of discussion. *probably wasn't paying attention*

I don't think you're trying to be sarcastic, but we all know there's no chapter and verse reference that tells us what music is good and what music is bad. It's a matter of principles. That's the case with many things in our modern Christian life that weren't directly addressed in Bible times. I do believe the Bible gives us the information we need to correctly choose something in any given situation, including music. Like I said, I've really not done any studying up on this, but I know there are Scriptural principles to help us chose music.

You've done a very good job of explaining, I think! The only thing I'm a little confused on, is why you believe different sounds can be a bad influence. A lot of Christian rock/rap music influences people for the better. And I think the lyrics have a lot more to do with the influence than the actual sound. But then again, I've never really encountered this view on music before, so I don't know.

Thank you! I don't believe that rock/rap can really influence people for the better, no matter what people claim. And, if people are looking to music to move them to a close relationship with Christ, there's something wrong.

So, I've seen lots of people here in the Square talking about the show Robin Hood, so i finally decided to watch some episodes a few days ago... what a great show!

That's great! I'm also a newcomer to the show, and am also loving. "What a great show" are the same words I used to describe it when I first saw it.

Unfortunately the only place I could find them was Youtube and they didn't have episodes 3, 4, or 5 for some reason but I did see episodes 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9. It's quite addicting, actually .

Yeah, I noticed 3, 4, and 5 were just taken down (by the user, I assume). Fortunately, I had downloaded all the videos just before they were taken down.
It certainly is quite addicting!

*waves to Aiden and Fanny* How are you both splendid people doing? =]

I am doing splendidly!

@ NN. I don't know, sometimes they keep the creatures secret until after the film is released. Then again, they have been showing the Kraken in all of the Clash of the Titans trailers, sooo....

Have you had a chance to check out Once Upon a Time in the West yet? Since I finally got the CD, I've been listening to it enough so that three tracks keep replaying in my head....

Hmm, interesting. Well, we'll find out soon enough.

I found it, but haven't listened to any yet. I will before we talk next! BTW, I did listed to the original version of "Ecstasy of Gold". It's hard to tell whether I like that or the Yo-Yo Ma version better. There are parts I like about both.

*waves to Aunty Jo*!

I'm off. Mortereve all!

Hi Aiden! I was just thinking, I don't know what we'd do if you ever changed your avvy/sig. It's just so ... you! Of course, I only ever think of you as looking exactly like Ben Barnes.

EDIT: The links below might take a bit of time to load (not sure why), but keep persevering. End EDIT

Well, I found what I think is the first reference to the "buff guys". Then it turns very serious here, after which the whole saga becomes quite humorous, as the dozen buff guys become 25 (!!!), and Tiana comes up with some good comebacks as well.

I'm still trying to find out when we first began calling them The Cookies We Do Not Name, but I can't spend all day on this. ....... Okay, so on page 43 it really gets going again, especially near the bottom. Then on the following page (44), Robby claims the title of NarniaWeb's Oreo Murderer even though he renounces his claim to actually do away with dear Ti. How kind of him.

Aha! Here it is! Ata began that term! And it's sure stuck! (Another one Ti came up with is the unmentionable cookies.

Ah yes, 'scuse the walk down memory lane, but I'm still laughing at all that. ('Though my head is a bit achy from all that searching. Anyway, 'twas well worth it. )

Hi Aiden! I was just thinking, I don't know what we'd do if you ever changed your avvy/sig. It's just so ... you! Of course, I only ever think of you as looking exactly like Ben Barnes.

Yeah, I know. I changed it once, and practical havoc ensued! And I'm perfectly fine with everyone thinking I look like Ben Barnes. I agree, though, that one thinks of people as looking like the person in their avatars.

I love looking back at those good memories from the old forum.

Yes, I recall the havoc.

Also, there is more big news (besides the Unmentionable Cookies links): StudyMate is back!!! (clicky) Whoa, fantastic! When I PM her, I'll poke her to pop by the Square again. Ahh, just like old times ...

EDIT: PrinceCor, I like your fun welcome for Matette and p_o_n's sister, Emylla too. I'm hoping both will join us in the Square ... one a Town Square 'veteran' and one a brand new SquareOnion. I hope that StudyMate will truly know she's been missed and that Emylla will feel warmly welcomed.

*Stops by quickly*

@ Jo. So glad to see you in the Square again! Rest assured, I have been greatly enjoying the CD for the past few days. Probably driving Vern and rest of the Royal Family batty in my enjoyment of it, but anyway....

*Ah yes, I remember that sandwich well.... Thanks for making another one for me, miss Jo! Vern proceeds to partake of the sandwich*

Ah yes, I remember the "Cookies We Shall Not Name". I remember being complete lost the day I stopped by and Tiana and Rob were going on about those. After watching The Village, is that were you got the idea for "The Cookies We Shall Not Name", Jo? Since there is a very similar title for the "Others".

@ NN. Aye, that we will.

Alright, look forward to hearing what you think of it! Same with me about that cue. I like aspects of the original and of the rerecording. Just goes to show what a great rerecording can do.

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Alright, I better get off now. School and such calls me away.... Talk with you later, Jo and NN!!

*Cor and Vern exit the Square waving bye to their friends*

*Princess saunders into the Square in a very royal poise*

Talking about old times...I guess it's about time for me to pop back in.

*looks around the Square and picks a bench that is empty*

Well, as I haven't been here since Christmas there are probably a lot of things to catch up on, and new faces in and around here.

NN, glad that you're finally getting around to watching Robin Hood. Now you get to see what all the hype is about.

Whoa! Even my dear brother Prince Cor has caught the bug. How are you enjoying the shows?

Talking about SMs...I believe there are two different colors for posts, each alternating. Therefore, you need to different color fonts to blend in...and I can never remember which they are, and then you must guess which color your post is going to be...SMing didn't use to be so hard : (

Welcome to the Square, Boe! I look forward to reading your posts on here as well as Sol.

Unfortunately the only place I could find them was Youtube and they didn't have episodes 3, 4, or 5 for some reason but I did see episodes 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9. It's quite addicting, actually .

Some episodes especially into the 3rd season are not on the internet, but if you do some random typing into google video you mihgt come up with a few of the episodes. Most of the time the titles are coded (1x06, S3E4, etc.). I found a few on foreign websites, and other odd video hosting sites such as tu.tv and dailymotion. You just have to keep looking

I believe narnianerd was the one who originally called me Boe... not sure though. It is quite clever, I like it.

Actually, it was Joe who made the suggestion, but it was I who decided to make that nickname stick. Well, at least that what I tell myself.

Look at all that snow outside. For the past week and a half there was warm, sixty-degree weather! <3 And now the snow. I pray it's the last of winter.

I know! Sad, isn't it. You just start hoping that spring might be here to stay and then winter comes back. At least we didn't get snow here... *impulsively give a hug to Bent * I haven't seen you in a long time.

Welcome to the Square Becca!

So how is everyone? Is this just a place to talk about everyday life and random things?

I'm doing very good, thank you. How are you?
Yep, just random things, convos, events that happened lately. Anything and everything can be discussed here.

I Thought Darcy and Elizabeth looked rather nice, but everyone else looked.... how to put it.... kind of wet and unkept. To me it looked like everyone had just finished working outside in most scenes.

Agree 100%! (just a little saying we have around our house) In the 95 version everyone looks very fresh and period, but the 05 it's drab, mod, and "dirty". One reason for this is the film makers were trying to make the Bennets a class lower than they were. They made them live in a dirty house and wear gritty drab clothing. This in turn shadowed the whole movie.

*eyes pop out* Is that Prince Cor using quote boxes!? I didn't know you even know how to format them.

Watched episodes 5-7 of Robin Hood over the weekend. 5 and 6 were good... 7 was rather sad.

Yes, 7 is so sad...

Okay, so a few highlights of my life over the past three months:
I finished my novel that I had been working on for exacting six months. It still has a lot of work left to do on it, but I'm happy that I finished the first draft.
I got a summer job working with a film group in my area. It doesn't pay, but experience is always worth working for.
I got invited to a prom. It's my very first prom, so I'm really excited about it.

And in more recent news:
My brother came home from college (spring break) and we watched all three Bourne movies this weekend. Fun, fun!
I'm really excited about April, because I'm doing Screnzy!

And that's the royal Princess update. Farewell all!

*waves as she exits the Square*

Alright, look forward to hearing what you think of it! Same with me about that cue. I like aspects of the original and of the rerecording. Just goes to show what a great rerecording can do.

Well, I listened the main theme, I guess you'd call it, and I enjoyed it a lot! Sounds like a great score!
About The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, I've also been listening to a bit more about that and have been enjoying it a lot more despite its goofyness than my initial reaction when I first heard long ago.

Good to see you in the Square, Princess!

NN, glad that you're finally getting around to watching Robin Hood. Now you get to see what all the hype is about.

Yeah, I'm glad I can finally understand and give input on all the different conversations about it.

I agree, about SMing.

Yes, 7 is so sad...

Spoiler

the look on Robin Hood face when Marian gets engaged to Guy...

Oh, I know! And I felt so bad for Allan when

Congrats about finishing your book and getting a job working with a film crew! What will you be doing?

Greetings, SquareOnions!

Thanks for the heads-up that StudyMate has returned, jo! Good news indeed.

You just start hoping that spring might be here to stay and then winter comes back. At least we didn't get snow here...

We didn't either. *pouts* We've got over 2 months left in our "possible snow season" and April has had a few good storms in the past. Maybe we'll have just a little bit more of the white stuff before summer hits.

After watching The Village, is that were you got the idea for "The Cookies We Shall Not Name", Jo? Since there is a very similar title for the "Others".

I remember that conversation! Cookies sound delicious right now.

And I've not seen The Village, so your reference to "The Others" makes me think of Lost. (I am looking forward to M. Night Shyamalan's next movie, The Last Airbender - coming out this July.)

It's a balmy 50F/10C out right now...I should get outside for a bit, before the hot weather of summer arrives!

Good mortereve all!!

Well, I've had an interesting weekend (in terms of weather....all other ways, it was normal). On Friday, it was about 60F, then on Saturday, it started snowing later in the afternoon and kept snowing until...Sunday afternoon, I think. Anyway, we got about 10-12 inches of snow!! On the first day of Spring... And, now it's in the 40's and all of the snow is melting. So, that's what the weather is like down here. I'm sure that was simply fascinating to read!

lol. RinterSamgee? Thank you!

Should I just say "WinterStar/RubyGamgee"? You're welcome.

Yeah. According to Valia Robin wears leather too. I never really paid attention to be honest, does he?

I'm going to have to disagree with Valia there. I don't think that Robin wears leather. He does in the 3rd season, but not the other two, I don't think.

Yeah my friend has that app too. Unforunately I don't have an iTouch .

Yeah I don't mind. Alot of people in "real life" and on here call me that .

I don't have one either...I don't even have my own iPod. I didn't know that my brother had one until last week (he's had it for a while).

Okay, thanks!

Yes indeed! (no, it's an enemy's (To answer the real question, yes it's the wedding of a friend rather than a relative ))

LOL! Well, I'm glad to hear that it's not an enemy's wedding. I hope that all of the planning is going well! When is the wedding?

Yeah, I'm not exactly sure if I'm looking forward to moving out or not. Right now I'm trying to figure out how on earth I'm going to survive on my own. But I do have at least two more years before I'll be moving out.

None of my sisters have ever moved out when they were 18, or any other age, really. None of them went to college and then they moved out when they got married, so my family isn't the usual "kids move out when they're 18".

Yeah, now all I have to do is memorize it...I've never memorized a speech before, so this should be interesting..

Oof! Memorizing it does sound like it will be the hard part. I'm sure that you'll do great though!

Hehe. That's better than my other brother, whose convinced that he's the worst band ever. I think it's just because he doesn't think they're "cool" or something. Ah, well.

Oh well. Can't win 'em all.

Okay, that's what I thought. Fun, fun! My sister and I both want to take voice lessons soon and I'm hoping we get to do them together.

It is quite fun! Ooh, I hope that you are both able to take voice lessons!! That sounds great!

*waves to Bother Eustace* How are you doing?

Bella, great to have you stop by, dear triplet!! Aww, I'm so sorry to hear about your headache!

That question's usable now, mum! I'm doing quite splendid, thanks. Spring break in a week. How've you been, dear?

I hope you enjoy your Spring break! Any plans for it?
I've been doing pretty good, thank you! My pregnant sister is due in early April with a girl, so I'm really looking forward to that! Other than that, not much is going on with me.

Becca!! Fabulous to have you joining us in the Square!

I believe I will try this "quote box" thing to make our chats a little easier to remember (mainly for my sake. ) :

Wow! Good for you!

*I'm sure it would be! Yes, an unfortunate side effect of living with him I'm afraid.... *

You two have it in for me, I'm sure....

Surely you've rubbed off on him a little too, eh, Vern?

Not at all, Cor!

Alright, I'll have to sit down and watch the first episode next week then. Various stuff came up this pass week, so I was unable to watch it.

Great! I can't wait to hear what you think of it!

Thank you! *Bows* Well, I try my best. It's hard sometimes, but I manage.

*Ah, very well. Pardon me for a minute.... Vern nonchalantly walks over to Cor and with a fling of his hand, pushes the Prince into the fountain. Now, where were we?*

VERN!!!! You did that on purpose! For Djaq of all people!!!

*Do what? There is a nice fire lit tonight.... *

*the Prince mutters something about dragons, maidens and the end of the world as he makes himself comfortable by the fire so he may dry off from his tumble into the fountain*

I can imagine that it would be hard. That's why I'm just an outlaw and don't have to worry about putting on "royal airs".

*stifles laughter as Vern carries out her wish* Ahem!
*softens a (very) little upon seeing the soaking (and angry) Cor* Vern, you didn't have to push him into the fountain! *hands Cor a towel and promises to...make him cookies or something to make up for it* Is that better?

Really? Great! Most of the girls around here seem to adore the new version. Glad to know you like the older version. The '95 P&P was the next Austen adaptation I saw after the 2007 S&S.

Yes, and I think that the new version is really pretty, but I've always preferred the '95. Do you like the '07 S&S? I just watched it again yesterday, actually. (My Dad and brother watched it with me. )

Hello, Aunty Jo!! Thanks for those links! I was able to look through them when you posted them on the modchat, and it looks like it was so much fun! *looks through them again*

Ah, true.
That's right. "It's on the internet. There's not stopping it now."

Oh dear. I can't remember the next line! Can I get back to you on this?

"I don't know, you know? I don't know." NT2

"They're right." NT1

No we don't! lol!

You should just admit that I'm right, because I am. We do! *laughs*

Yup!Ok, that's the light brown color. The one for dark brown is #ebddb8.

We're running out of things to say here. Thank you! ...Soo, how have you been?

lol, yes, I know, I figured it out after the fact.

Who is your favorite character so far in Robin Hood?

I only ever think of you as looking exactly like Ben Barnes.

LOL! Kinda the same here.

I agree, though, that one thinks of people as looking like the person in their avatars.

*looks at her avatar* For the record, I don't look like William Moseley.

StudyMate's back?? I never talked to her when she used to be on, but I lurked a great deal in the Square back in those days and saw her frequently, so I'm quite happy that she's back!

Princess!!! Good girl for coming back to the Square! How are you?

*waves at stargazer*

That's all for me for now. I think I have some pictures that I need to edit...or graphics to make. Something involving GIMP.

Mort'reve all!

~Djaq

Wow, Djaq, amazing about all your snow ... at the same time when we, many miles north of you, were getting much higher-than-normal temperatures (around 65°F)!

Cool about your sister expecting a girl, Djaq (and flam!) And April is very close now. Is this their first child?

Yes, 'tis wonderful that StudyMate is back again. And so good to see you, p_o_n, in the Square!

So, from time-to-time (depending on how often you play the same CD, PrinceCor), the Royal Family becomes batty? Now, I thought they were already that I'd like to see.

Glad you enjoyed the sandwich, Vern.

I think The Village may have had an influence on that, PC. At least for me it did. Not sure about Ata, who began the idea. My, she and Tiana are missed here. I should poke them to stop by soon.

Isn't it fun to have immediate relatives home for Spring Break, p_o_n? Glad you and your brother had a good time. Our son was home a month or so ago ... 'though we call it Reading Week up here and it's in February.

Ahh, I need a Bourne marathon sometime soon. I watched the three of them over Christmas and the Ultimatum again just recently. What a story! And I love Supremacy's soundtrack. (I don't have the other two.)

As Aiden said, it's great you're finished the first draft of your novel and have a job that will give you much good experience this summer. Ooh, when is your prom?

Our university son just got a part-time job at a senior's home (on an island in the middle of the Ottawa River, how picturesque) doing all sort of odd jobs including serving the residents meals. Specifically he has been assigned to the dementia house because he has had similar experience here at home in another senior's residence. He says the staff is great to work with and he enjoys the older people too.

stargazer, I really encourage you to rent The Village right this minute. Nah, just kidding ... at your convenience. It's a fascinating film and the musical score is beeaaauuutiful. I am looking forward to The Last Airbender as well, 'though your knowledge of the show is a lot more extensive than mine. I thank you and Aravanna, specifically, for introducing me to it quite awhile ago now. I am impressed by the film trailer and have enjoyed Shyamalan's movies, overall. It's certainly hard to box them in any particular category, isn't it?

*waves to johobbit*

hi Jo! how are you doing?

I must dash!

I haven't read AFFM but my sisters did, but they liked it .

I wonder if there's anyone around who can offer an opinion on both?

*waves back to Bella* It's so nice to see you again! I have a bit of a cold right now, and my brothers have chicken pox... but other than that I'm fine. I'm enjoying the lovely weather!

Hi, lover of narnia! Welcome to the Square.

jo, I do believe you're laughing at me, and I don't even remember why. It must have been funny for you to still be laughing, though.

I do believe the Bible gives us the information we need to correctly choose something in any given situation, including music.

I agree with this statement, but if it's in the Bible, there must be a chapter or verse to address the topic, however indirectly--and there must be verses that address the principles you're using--seeing just the phrase "it's in there" worries me. Is it really? Can I look it up for myself? I wasn't trying to be sarcastic, or to pick on you, in my original comment, just trying to point out something that's bothered me for awhile. (Besides wondering what you use to decide what to listen to, since our family has sort-of similar tastes. Except for me, that's pretty much all it is, taste. Kind of like when I've been asked lately, "Why do you always wear skirts?" Well, at first it was because my parents decided that that was how they were going to dress their little girls (cue oos and awwwwws because we were cute) but now personally it's more habit than conviction. I hope that makes sense!)

Djaq, the wedding is the beginning of August. Still a couple months away, though I think there's a lot to do before then.

*waves back to Liberty dashing off*

Mel, I think I was still chuckling remembering my Mel-manning-the-lemonade-stand dream. It's still so vivid to me. And, as the ol' saying goes "I'm not laughing at you; I'm laughing with you". (Having said that, I really hope you're laughing, lol.)

to Mel to get rid of her cold and to her brothers' itchy chicken pox. Are they over the worst at this point? Best to get them when they're young, but they're certainly not nice anytime ...

*looks blank*

...

*can't hold the serious look anymore and bursts out laughing* Every time someone says "I'm not laughing at you, I'm laughing with you" I'm reminded of a friend of mine who accidentally said it the other way around, with emphasis on the 'at'.

*hugs jo back* (Aren't you glad you don't have to worry about catching this cold?) I think we still have a couple more days to go before the chicken pox is over. They broke out in spots yesterday.

Mortereve!

Thanks. I listened to some of those, I like Come by the Hills and The Voyage (Can't help thinking of VDT when I hear that title... )

I think of that too when I listen to The Voyage . I would like to see them in concert, just hear if they sound good live. I've seen vids on youtube and they sound good, but their choreography is horrible . If you want to see what I mean watch Heartland.

GTGI read Amos Fortune: Free Man and I liked it too! we own it if you want to read it!

yeah we have it too. I have way too much that I'm reading and I have to read right now just to pick that up for fun.

Celtic Thunder! My sister loves them and I recently discovered I do to. They have some really nice songs. A couple of my favorites are Ride on and Heartbreaker which Ryan sing. He's so expressive and has such a cool voice!

I hadn't heard those songs. I've only heard their first CD. I'm sure I could look them up on youtube though .

@ Ali. Really? You think the actors look better in the '05 version? I Thought Darcy and Elizabeth looked rather nice, but everyone else looked.... how to put it.... kind of wet and unkept. To me it looked like everyone had just finished working outside in most scenes.

yep. Everyone keeps saying they looked unkept! I never noticed it. But what I really meant was they're physical features. They looked more how I imagined the characters. I know I haven't seen the other version yet but I've seen alot of pics. I made a deal with my sisters that once we're done with Season 1 of Robin Hood we'll take a break from it and watch a video from P&P every night. So hopefully in 2-3 weeks I will be done watching it .

Ah, that could have something to do with it. S&S was my first exposure to Austen. I didn't even know who Jane Austen was outside of "Oh, she's a classic author you should read."

yeah like I said my first was P&P. Then Emma then S&S. I didn't really know much about her and her books but my mom loved the 2005 P&P movie so from the young age I was in 2005 ( I was 9) I've wanted to watch the movie and read the book. I loved both so then I decided to read more of her novels, and I've read 4 so far, and I'm on my 5th .

I thought about that afterwards, but anyone that's paying any attention to what I say about Robin Hood has seen way more than I.
But, yeah, that was such a sad part.

lol, I guess that's true.

Well, I've seen one of those instances... the part with the nun in "The Taxman Cometh".

ugh, that was horrible! And so unneeded!

Oh, I know! And I felt so bad for Allan when

Spoiler

his brother was hanged

. 'Course, I didn't feel so bad for Allan's brother.

I know this wasn't directed towards me but, YOU DIDN'T FEEL BAD FOR HIS BRO???!!!! How could you not?!!?!? He had those big blue adorable puppy-dog eyes that make you want to squeeze his cheeks everytime he was on screen, Alan has them too, so I was bawling for them both. Besides, you kinda like Alan's brother, even though he's fairly troublesome...don't you?

I don't have one either...I don't even have my own iPod. I didn't know that my brother had one until last week (he's had it for a while).

Okay, thanks!

lol I don't have my own either, I share one with the family. But most of the music on it is mine and I use it the most so it's practically mine

:)) I wonder if there's anyone around who can offer an opinion on both?

lol . Can anyone?

*waves to Gtg and LH*

*waves back*

TTFN