May 2, 2008
Cuts of Meat

Another great link.  This website has scans of different meat charts explaining the different cuts of meat and whether or not they can be cooked quick or need longer braising times.

It includes beef, pork, lamb, and goat.

http://www.virtualweberbullet.com/meatcharts.html


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Mar 16, 2008
Dumb People On Facebook

This will probably be a reoccurring topic.  I was looking through the stickers in the Bumper Stickers application on Facebook, which I quite enjoy, and came upon this gem:

 

 

Now I will what?


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Mar 13, 2008
My Question To iTunes Users

What the fuck?


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Mar 12, 2008
Satan Loves Altoids

I went to Wal-Mart today along with my friends Emily and Jacque and went on my occasional snack purchase.  I took the following items to the self-check-out:

 

One (1) Box of Sour Skittles - $0.88

One (1) Box of Gobstoppers - $0.88

One (1) Bag of Haribo Gummi Bears - $0.93

 

While scanning the impulse items, I saw some gum I was interested in:

 

One (1) Package of Overly Priced But Tasty Looking Lemonade and Pomegranate Gum - $1.67

 

Then, I saw some chocolate covered Altoids.  And I thought. . . I love altoids, I love chocolate, yeah, I need me some of these:

 

One (1) Package of Chocolate Covered Altoids - $2.18

 

For those who don't want to do the math, this gave me a subtotal of $6.54.

 

So?

 

Well, this is America, where we add tax on at the end.

 

7.400% tax to be exact.

 

Or, $0.12.

 

Resulting in a grand total of $6.66.

 

I figure, Satan just really likes Altoids


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Mar 10, 2008
Best Songs Ever

PS - This ended up taking up a 7 page document.

PPS - The spellcheck on this was brutal.  I used (and made up) way too many words that my spellchecker didn't recognize (like Becktionary).  Enjoy.

 

Alright, I'll admit.  Some people don't like my eccentric, random, and occasionally unpopular music selection.  I try to be courteous of other peoples' musical tastes before subjecting them to a lot of the music I really enjoy.  I've decided to make a list of some of my favourite songs and reasons behind their awesomeness.  If you're interested in hearing any of these, let me know, and I'll see what I can do for you.

 

So, whether you love it, hate it, or are generally indifferent, here are my choices for my personal. . . favourite songs (in no particular order):

 

45 by Shinedown

When the chorus starts playing I just want to scream it out, which is funny as I don't have a deep manly voice (being a woman).  But, I love it.  I can't help but nod my head along with the beat about a measure before the chorus.  It puts me in a badass mood.

 

The Warmth by Incubus

This song is the ultimate "fuck you world" song.  It's awesome to listen to when I'm feeling generally bitter at the world.  It allows me to wallow in my upsetness without making me feel bad about it.

 

Piano Black by Yoko Kanno

This is just a great piano song backed up with some excellent percussion (and other sythensization).  I really love the beat and the melody.  I like listening to it, and whenever it comes on, I smile.

 

Streamline by Newton

I don't care if you don't like the Pepsi commercial!  I like this song.  In my opinion, it has a good beat, and you can kind of rock to it.  And, just for controversy's sake. . . I LIKED that commercial!!

 

You'll Never Walk Alone by God Knows Who

Calm down.  I don't like Liverpool FC.  No one does (no one who likes a proper team anyway. . . ), but this is a good song.  It's unfortunate that it has such terrible connotations (LFC . . . boo!!), but the song is lovely, and the words really get you, right in the aeortal area.  Trust me, if you like the song enough, you can push out the fact that it's a Liverpool support song, and love it for what an amazing song it is.

 

Claire de Lune by Claude Debussy

This was the first piano piece I really fell in love with.  The flowing piano melody is entrancing.  My heart flutters when I hear it.  It sounds so ethereal.  I can't help but imagine myself in a lush green forest, playing near a crystal clear pond with butterflies and maybe even a unicorn.  It gives a feeling of beautiful fantasy, and I absolutely love listening to it.

 

Sexx Laws by Beck

I'll be honest. . . I fell in love with this due to Futurama.  There, I said it!  But I don't care.  This song is played by Beck with Bender assisting on the washboard.  Either way, the lyrics are so awesomely off the wall and non-sequitor.  Plus, it reminds me how much the Becktionary must be put into use in daily life.  "Hepatitis Contact Lens?" "Coquette Bitch Smack?"  Awesome.

 

Craig by Stephen Lynch

I don't know why I like this, but it rocks.  I sing along to this when I'm in a badass mood, and feel semi-bitchy-kick-ass-super-hot.  I know it doesn't make sense.  But I love it, and I love singing along to it. 

 

White & Nerdy by Weird Al Yankovic

This song is without rival.  One: Nerdy references. Two: Turning a pretty lame song into something listenable (just by changing the lyrics). Three: I get the nerdy references. Four: Weird Al.  Five: The actual music video is hilarious. 

 

What U Lookin' At? by Uncle Cracker

I know that this seems a bit out of my taste, but I do really like it (even with Kid Rock's additions).  With this one, as much as I enjoy the beat, it's more about the words.  My favourite line: "I gotta tell you, baby, life's been good to me.  And I know that makes you mad 'cuse that's something you can't see.  I got everything I ever wanted and I'll never give that back.  Well I know you hate that fact, but you ain't gotta look at me like that."  Besides the fact that it was terribly difficult to type that as the English is terrible, I still like it, and it lets me feel cocky about my accomplishments.

 

Story of a Lonely Guy by Blink-182

I liked their later stuff better than their earlier stuff (I'm sure someone is screaming "heathen" at the computer screen).  And I like this song.  It's another one of those songs I can relate to, even though it's not from the woman's point of view.  There are some great lines in this song, and I like it.

 

It Sucks To Be Me from Avenue Q

Who can' relate to this?  Plus, it's funny.  And hilarity makes me smile.  It's one of my favourites from the Avenue Q soundtrack (closely followed by Everyone's A Little Bit Racist, which makes some very good points). 

 

Don't Look Back In Anger by Oasis

I accidentally came across Wonderwall and Champagne Supernova ages ago, and never got around to finding more of Oasis' work.  I didn't know anything about them, la, la, la, and lo and behold, I go to England and everyone knows who they are.  Well, listening through Hamish's music collection I came across "Don't Look Back In Anger" and I think it's my favourite by far.  It's not that there's something relatable for me, but whenever I hear it, I can't help but sing, and for me, that's good enough to make it one of my favourites.

 

Piano Man by Billy Joel

Okay, Rob the Builder, it's your fault I love this song.  After hearing him sing it on "Any Dream Will Do", research began, and the original was found, and now I just randomly sing it.  Thanks. . . good thing I love it.

 

D&D by Stephen Lynch

I love this one more than "Craig".  It's the absolute losery nerdiness of songs like this (and "White & Nerdy") which draw me to them.  Hilarious.

 

Dizzy by Goo Goo Dolls

I've had a place for this in my favourites for a long time.  It turned me on to their music, and I still enjoy it.  I haven't heard it in ages, and forgot about it.  Funny how that works.  I especially like the lyrics of the first verse followed by the chorus.

 

Meet Virginia by Train

I love that the point of this song is that this woman is quirky and weird and socially defunct but that he still loves her.  Maybe not.  I like it.  It reminds you that everyone has their eccentricities (lots of them) and that they intrigue people.  I hope that people see all my odd qualities in such an endearing way.

 

Every Day I Love You Less And Less by Kaiser Chiefs

This one seems odd. . . so let me explain.  This is the first song I remember from REVOLVER, and I remember dancing to it with Hamish, and singing along.  And I remember his emphasis on the line "And my girlfriend loves me," and because of that, it has sentimental value.  I bet Hamish didn't think I'd ever keep something like that in my mental bank.

 

Dancing Lasha Tumbai by Verka Serduchka

Everyone loved Ukraine's entry into the 2007 Eurovision.  Apparently not enough of everyone, as it came in second.  Cheesy techno kicks ass.

 

Fuego by Bond

To be honest, I just like Bond.  There's something awesome about a four piece string group made up of young women.  The music is upbeat, catchy, and they do takes on classical pieces.  This is one of my favourites, but their other stuff is amazing, too.

 

Lucy's F*Ck*Ng Sky by Lords of Acid

This song reminds me of Leon.  It's the first Lords song that I really like to any extent, plus, Leon introduced me to their music.  Their music is definitely . . . different, but there are some excellent songs.  But, most of them are not for the weak of heart.  I always said, Lords of Acid is like if pornography and techno had a baby.

 

Costa del Sol by Nobou Uematsu

From the Final Fantasy VII soundtrack.  That's right!  Video Game Music!  I don't care.  Moving on. . . this is one of my favourites from this OST.  I could sun bathe to this song for eternity.  Perhaps it's just because that's the imagery you get from the video game, but it's uplifting and cheery, but mellow.  Although, from this same OST, I think "Ahead On Our Way" is a close second/tie for first.  P.S. - FFVII. . . Best. Game. Ever.

 

Mysterious Days by Sarah Brightman

I loooooove Sarah Brightman.  Her voice is killer, and I think that she's quite gorgeous.  And, choosing one song was awfully difficult, but this one sprang straight to mind, and therefore was put on the list.  I like the melody and the tone it sets.  It's fun and showcases her voice very well.  I'm sure another one of her songs will make its way onto the list.

 

That's Me Trying by William Shatner

Without a doubt, this song always reduces me to a crying mess.  It just hits too close to home, but I suppose that's what I like about it.  Just listening to the first few bars brings tears to my eyes, but I like it.  It helps me deal with some things that I don't want to discuss with anyone because it hurts too much.  Musical therapy. . . damn it. . . 1:28 into the song and I'm crying. . .

 

Avril 14th by Aphex Twin

I want this song played at my wedding instead of "Here Comes The Bride."    It's much more elegant.  It's beautiful.  All piano.  Absolutely wonderful composition.

 

Trilogy by ATB

It seems a bit odd for ATB, but I like it.  Another instrumental piece that I think it just wonderful to listen to.

 

A Foggy Day (In London Town) by Michael Bublé

Another difficult choice.  I love his voice.  It's like. . . smooth, sexy, modern, lounge singer.  I like it.  There isn't much of a reason why I chose this over many of his other songs which I love.  But, I love London.  And it's sort of romantic. 

 

James Bond Theme by Moby

I know there will be some uproar, but hear me out.  This is just a remix of the standard James Bond theme that everyone knows and loves. . . BUT. . . the famous scene from Goldfinger, James Bond and Bloefeld: "Do you expect me to talk?"  "No Mr. Bond, I expect you to die."  Anyway. . . that's right in the middle of it.  And you know what. . . it's Sean Connery talking in the middle of the damn song, so it's awesome.  I get butterflies when I hear it. 

 

Stars from Les Miserables

God, I hate when people unnecessarily shorten it to Les Mis.  Well, hate may be a bit strong, it annoys me slightly to somewhat.  Anyway, the version sung by a gentleman who has a J in his name.  That version is amazing.  If I remember, I'll figure out who it is.  The words are great, and music is so lyrical, and it's awesome to sing along to, as it's a baritone part, which compliments my voice nicely. 

 

Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness by Smashing Pumpkins

Here, I'm referring to the song, not the entire album (which I like).  But, this song in particular, another instrumental, is beautiful.  It's somber in a way, which gives it a rainy day, gray cloud feeling, which I love.  To be fair, I love rainy or snowy days with gray clouds.  It makes sense.

 

Elephant Love Song Medley from Moulin Rouge

This song is amazing for Hamish and I to sing to (especially since I've become familiar with the words).  The combo of lots of well-known songs makes it fun to sing.

 

Come What May from Moulin Rouge

This song is terribly romantic, and sad (in the context of the movie).  It always makes me think of Hamish.  But, it's a good work out for my voice, as it just hits the bottom and top of my range.  The more I sing it, the more my range increases.  So, I can sing well into male tenor territory nowadays. 

 

Full Of Memories and Little Date from Ranma 1/2 Opening

Okay, nerd alert.  I like anime.  And these are my two favourite opening songs from my favourite series, Ranma 1/2.  They're so indicative of the series.  Maybe that's not true.  By they instantly bring my mind to the show and what I love about it so much.

 

Hinageshi(Red Poppy) from Ranma 1/2 Closing

This was always my favourite closing from Ranma 1/2.  The words are sweet and sad (it's in Japanese, for those wondering), but is wonderful.  It gives a great atmosphere.  It's just been one of my favourites for SOOO long, and also on the first anime CD I bought (although the second one I bought was also a Ranma 1/2 CD from the 2nd OAV, and, consequently, is the CD I always listen to when I feel sick. . . it helps me fall asleep).

 

Hallelujah by Rufus Wainwright

Beside the fact that I like his voice, I love the song.  Depressingly great.  The lyrics are actually quite cruel and bitter, but I love to sing it.  It almost seems to dramatic to be real, which makes it fun to experience.  It takes you to a further level and allows you to take yourself a bit further that you would usually go.  I've heard at least one other version and didn't like it as much.  When he sings this song there's such a great desperation in his voice, which I think is part of the reason it comes across so well.  The lyrics are great for what they're trying to portray. 

 

Right Where It Belongs by Nine Inch Nails

I love the beginning notes of this song.  I love the progression from somewhat muted to full out played.  This line: "See the animal in it's cage that you built.  Are you sure what side you're on." is full of meaning and depth.  This song is definitely the best from the "With Teeth" album.

 

My Village Is Number One by Yasunori Mitsuda

Another song from a video game OST (Xenogears, to be exact).  This song comes up at the VERY beginning, and it's my favourite.  It's upbeat.  It always makes me feel cheery.  And makes me want to go around getting EXP and raising my STR.  Better get some parts for my Gear.  ^-^

 

Redneck Yacht Club by Craig Morgan

I don't know.  It let's me celebrate the country side of my family.  It's clever, it's funny, but endearing.  I love singing to it, and it makes me smile a lot.  It reminds me of my Dad.

 

Zelda by The Rabbit Joint

Not by System of a Down, not by NIN.  I'll stop my diatribe there.  Great song.  Quick. Funny. Video Game related. 

 

But It's Better If You Do by Panic! At The Disco

This seems a bit odd, but I like it.  This song became prevalent in my life during an odd pseudo-romantic period in my life.  It made me think of someone in particular, and it always put me in a stellar mood.  I still get the same good mood feeling from it, but it's lost a bit of it's significance in regards to this particular person.  Anyway, good song.  It's upbeat, and I really like the concept of the music video.

 

Celebrate Our Love by Alice DeeJay

Just as a quick note, I've been listening to Alice DeeJay loooooong before it became popular.  Just thought I'd point it out.  This is one of my favourite songs from the original CD.  It's uplifting and the words put me in a good mood.  There are associations with this song, too.

 

Deep Folk Song by Deep Forest

Another instrumental piece.  This one mainly consists of accordion and some stomp effect.  It's quick, it's snappy, it's good.  Also, I've decided that if I ever make a video game I'll have to incorporate it in some way.  Definitely.

 

Scotland the Brave by Steve McDonald

This is on another one of my terribly old CDs that no else probably has a copy of.  But, I really like this version of the standard Scotland the Brave.  It has a nice interim piece, and bagpipes at the end.  Plus, dating a Scotsman makes it a bit more significant.

 

Everybody's Free (To Feel Good) by Aquagen featuring Rozalla

I was turned on to this song by "The Venture Bros."  It's played at the beginning of the first episode of the 2nd season.  I like the beat to it, and I always envision the scenes from Venture Bros. which makes it more enjoyable.

 

Fisherman's Horizon by Nobuo Uematsu

This is taken from the Final Fantasy VIII OST.  Now, as a game, FFVIII failed, but, I still believe this is due to the fact that it came after FFVII.  But, the soundtrack to FFVIII is amazing.  I think it might be the best OST of the FF bunch.  I need to dig out my other FFOST's.  Okay, this song is so mellow and beautiful and calming.  The melody is so flowing and wonderful.  It always makes me feel serene.

  

The Conductor by The Faint

Part of an amazing Mix CD made for me personally (big smile) this song is absolute electronica and I love it.  The processing on the vocals works well with the music.  The beginning begins slow but very quickly picks up.  Another song that I just enjoy

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Mar 4, 2008
I Love This Recipe

I've used this muffin recipe again, for the millionth time, and I still love it.  It's really simple, it's foolproof, it's consistent, and easily adapted.  Although they're technically muffins they work as biscuits as well (the American kind of biscuit, not the English kind).  I've put it below with some adaptation suggestions (today, I made cheddar, garlic and chive ones).  Enjoy, and let me know if they work for you!

 

EASIEST MUFFINS EVER (makes 12)

 

1 cup flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 egg

1 cup milk

2 fluid ounces vegetable oil

 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and grease muffin tins.

 

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.  Mix in egg, milk, and oil.  Spoon into muffin tins, filling slightly more than half way.

 

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

 

ADAPTATIONS:

 

Orange Muffins : Up the sugar amount to 4 tablespoons, and instead of using 1 cup of milk, use 3/4 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of orange juice, and add the zest from the orange

 

Blackcurrant Muffins : Use 8 tbsp sugar and add 1/2 cup of blackcurrants

 

Maple Nut Muffins : Add 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts

 

Cheese, Garlic and Chive Muffins : Add a small palmful of garlic powder, lots of cheese (it's hard to add too much), a small palmful of freshly cut chives, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes

 

I suppose, that it's just adding ingredients and/or using slightly less milk and a little of some other liquid.  Honestly, these are so terribly simple that it's unbelievable.  I really hope that you can get some use out of this.  It's awesome to make a batch to have to snack on over a few days.


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300

I watched 300 yesterday.  I'll be honest, I was a bit skeptical.  I don't like bloody, gory movies.  I'm not a fan of movies involving war.  Okay, I'm just a big fan of things that are funny (and usually animated).  So, I was a bit worried that this wouldn't be up my ally and would be a bit taxing for me to sit and watch for an extended period of time.

 

 

I'll admit it.  It was awesome.  I know, I know.  Me, proclaiming such a movie, not just good, but awesome.  I have to say, it was probably one of the best movies I've seen in a LOOOONG time.  The story was easy enough to follow, with underlying emotion that was easy to relate to.  The muted colour gave it a great ambiance and the filming was beautiful.  The movement was amazing (ballet like in a way), and the depiction of violence and blood was done in an artistic way that it was serious, but not disgusting.  The ending was sad, but gave you a feeling of triumph and closure.  Definitely amazing.

 

Xerxes was crazy.

 

Leonitus was great.

 

The hole in the center of Sparta was convenient.

 

Leonitus' queen was wonderful, for so many reasons.

 

The costumes were wonderful.

 

If you haven't seen it, I highly suggest you watch it.  I think it's a marvelous piece of cinema (ooh, how pretentious am I?).  I think you won't be disappointed. 


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Feb 28, 2008
Siblings

Something on TV made me think of siblings.  Sisters in particular.

 

For those who don't know, I have one brother, two years younger than myself.  That's all.

 

So, I saw a preview for "The Other Boleyn Girl".  I'm not sure if you Englishfolk have seen advertisements for this.  If you haven't, it seems like the basic premise (based on a book) is that the sister of  Anne Boleyn, who eventually marries Henry the VIII, who loves the king or some such romantical nonsense. 

 

 

I thank my lucky stars that I don't have a sister.  Women who have sisters always complain about them, love them or not.  Really.  I've listened to more than one woman tell me about how much she dislikes her sister for one reason or another.  Woman think their sisters are promiscuous, or snotty, or dumb, or vapid, or ugly, or whatever else. 

 

Men with brothers are somewhat of an anomaly for me.  There's clearly competition, but not in the malicious way that you see between sisters.  Honestly, brothers seem to be extremely close, but there is a male comradery between them.  They're close in a way that only men can be close (without being all girly).

 

Women with brothers (and vice versa) don't do this.  I mean, you hear the general sibling banter, they make fun of one another, pick on each other, but generally don't really spit venom at one another.  The  rivalry you seen between same sex siblings doesn't exists between opposite sex siblings.    Not only does is avoid particular types of competition, but it seems like women with brothers and men with sisters do better with people of the opposite sex.  It makes sense.

 

Obviously, this doesn't apply to siblings that are 10 years apart.  It's not really an issue if you're 20 and your 10 year old sister is thinking about wearing make-up.  But, when your sister is only a year or two older than you and dating someone, it then becomes an issue.

 

I'm glad I have a brother.  And, actually, I'm glad I'm dating someone with a brother (not a sister). 


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Feb 15, 2008
Best Of Blackadder

For the last four or so days I've been having myself a BlackAdderAthon.  Today, as I watched BlackAdder goes Forth, I realized how each of the major actors in the series have played characters who, although similar in some respects, has some marked differences.  This made me realize how much I prefer certain portrayals in certain series.  Below, are my personal preferences for some of the big actors (the ones that show up in at least three seasons) and their characters and the reasons for my choices.

 

Each of these actors is amazing in their own right, and their portrayal of every single character is genius, and melds perfectly with the rest of the cast.  What follows is my preferences in regards to each particular actor's characters.  This is based on my opinion alone, and if you don't like it. . . well. . . as the many incarnations of BlackAdder would say. . . "Sod off". . .

 

 

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Rowan Atkinson - BlackAdder II and III

 

Rowan Atkinson as the title character in the entire series is absolutely amazing.  Through all seasons he is a wonderful character, but reaches his epitome in seasons II and III.

 

I chose these roles for a few reasons, beginning with season II.  BlackAdder is a bad ass in this season.  I none of the other seasons does he show the same disregard, aggressiveness, and nastiness.  Something about the self-serving bastard of a character is terribly appealing.  He is definitely at his most conniving in this season as well.  Season II yielded the most evil of all BlackAdders.  He lacks the grace and civility of Season III's BlackAdder, but makes up for it in raw crassness.

 

Season III showcases the most intelligent, clever, and endearing BlackAdder.  You can't help but feel for the poor man, as much as he goes through.  He definitely gets the raw end of the stick.  He is well-informed and well-read, and a very appealing character.  His best moment?  During "Sense and Senility", when he returns, in his long coat, after only four minutes of leaving the Prince Regent and Baldrick to deal with the two actors, Mossop and Keanrick.  He also deals amazingly with the Duck of Wellington.

 

Tony Robinson - BlackAdder I

 

It may seem surprising, but Tony Robinson's portrayal of Baldrick in season I is my favourite.  A bit part of this is how he plays off of the naive, simple, and generally meek BlackAdder.  Baldrick is witty, intelligent, and has many a (actually) cunning plan.  Perhaps its the fact that this Baldrick is similar in behaviour to BlackAdder of season III. 

 

The existence of this Baldrick would be impossible with any of the other BlackAdders.  A strong-willed and clever Baldrick would be easily overshadowed by any of the other BlackAdders but works as a perfect foil for season I's BlackAdder. 

 

Hugh Laurie - BlackAdder goes Forth

 

I did like Hugh Laurie as the Prince Regent in BlackAdder III, but he is absolutely lovable and endearing in season IV.  The Prince Regent was painted as stupid, while George is simply sweet and inexperienced.  His character is very genuine, and comes from a place of whole-hearted love for his country.    He admires his commanding officer and wants to do right by the king. 

 

Although Hugh Laurie does appear in BlackAdder II (in "Beer"), his best performance, in my mind, is season IV's George.  He plays an amazing woman in "Major Star" and is just too great in "Captain Cook" when he's protesting BlackAdder's claim on his artwork.

 

Tim McInnerey - BlackAdder goes Forth

 

Tim McInnerey plays a great variety of characters.  Although he plays two absolute dullards in seasons I and II, Captain Darling is pure genius.  Besides the surname, which results in many a hilarious moment, the character is so believable.  The amount of disdain in the character's voice and actions speaks legions. 

 

The best part of his character is definitely the smugness that he portrays toward BlackAdder whenever something isn't going the latters' way.  Anytime that BlackAdder gets screwed, he is the first to rub it in and enjoy it.  Plus, the tick whenever he's called "darling" is excellent. 

 

Stephen Fry - BlackAdder III and BlackAdder goes Forth

 

Stephen Fry, God of comedy that he is, has made great contributions to the whole BlackAdder series.  Although season II's Melchett is good, season IV's Melchett is excellent.  He makes his rounds as the one in charge, calling to Darling with unwavering conviction, and constantly in and out of the trenches with the men (always behind them. . . at least 35 miles).  The hat drop changes in attitude and behaviour win him a big vote. Now then, now then, now, now, then, now then, now then, then now.  Now then. . .

 

But, his portrayal of the Duke of Wellington in season III is definitely my favourite (but seems to minuscule to constitute an entire section dedication).  This character is amazing.  I'm not sure why, exactly, but he is hilarious.  He is unlike both versions of Melchett, and that's what makes him so great.  He may only appear in one episode, but Fry's Wellington is absolutely great.  The over the top aggressiveness toward the disguised George and affinity for "Prince Regent" BlackAdder is nothing short of side-splittingly funny.


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Feb 12, 2008
How Offensive Am I?

I was sending someone the following message:

I was reading your "About Me" and noticed you're a grammer corrector (in a good way).  But couldn't help but notice the over abundance of spelling mistakes. ^-^

Don't worry, I'm big on proper grammer and capitalization as well, and I've been called on a spelling mistake or two before.

To be fair, "Nazi" replaced "corrector" the first time around, but. . . really?  Apparently I'm being harrassing in a sexual, religious, swearing, sort of way.  What?


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