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Getting in the Groove #MusicILove @Nicholas_Tam

As some of you know, I haven’t posted regularly in quite a while. To get back into that, I want, no I need, to post about one of my favorite subjects — MUSIC. Sometime ago I started a category on this site called “MusicILove.” It is always a pleasure to make posts that fall into this category, and since I want this experience of posting regularly again to be a joy, I’m coming with a music post…

Rules of Engagement or Man, I Miss This Place #RichardArmitage

I certainly have great affection for Richard Armitage, which is still a bit weird to me. Not because it’s weird to have great fondness for someone well-known who you don’t know. I’ve had several celebrities whom I think of fondly. Jack Lemmon was the first one. He did so many wonderful pieces. I remember the first time I saw Some Like It Hot. I was smitten with Jack Lemmon. I think I was about 11…

Richard, I Still Love, Love, Love, You #RichardArmitage

Okay, so I got that out of the way, or maybe not. I may have a fake fan letter in me before I quit this post.  But in the meantime, I have to say something again (that for strangers reading who don’t understand the magic of Richard Armitage fandom) is the massive key to the fandom’s appeal. It’s about the friends.  Oh make no mistake fandom can be a rough and tumble world. A bully or two exists,…

Just When I Thought I Had Broken Free #RichardArmitage addiction #BerlinStation

I’ve had a relapse on my addiction, which could only be achieved by a powerful trigger — an episode of Berlin Station. I’m in the middle of it, but I had to say that it is such a pleasure to see Richard on the screen again in something I can actually watch without ducking my head under some covers. I’m blaming this on Armitage Besotted. Yeah, I’m looking at you, AB, you are cruel! There is so…

Trying to Keep up Life and #RichardArmitage blogging

I haven’t lost complete track of Richard Armitage but darn near. As some of you know, I started a business, and it’s taken almost everything out of me. It is working, but it’s like being pregnant, giving birth and then dealing with an infant. All things that take the stuffing out of someone in her childbearing years let alone someone like me who is long past that. Yep, that’s my concession that…

Am I Going to Skip Over Francis? #RichardArmitage #Hannibal

Yep, for now that’s exactly what I’m going to do. I did watch the first episode, but man, it was tough to get through it, and I have never thought of myself has having a weak stomach. Let’s just say that episode brought out the wimp in me. After that, I lost the thread of the character, and when I tried to pick it up the other day, I got advice like this below. LOL! There is an episode in…

Wow, Richard Pondering #RichardAmitage's further remarks on Social Media.

Dear Richard, Your recent comments on the Cybersmile site are some of the most revealing, maybe the most revealing remarks you have ever shared with the public. I’m not entirely sure of that, but it seems that way to someone who has spent a scary amount of time reading what you have to say. Yes, I’m admitting that this fan odyssey is weird. I’ve long thought that and have used humor to laugh…

I May Regret This Later #RichardArmitage and the issue of cyberbullying

Quite a few of you have been asking me to weigh in on Richard Armitage’s interview about cyberbullying and about my take on bullying in the fandom. I’ll give my take on the latter first. I’ve been asked to give serious input on bullying in the fandom on many occasions, but I’ve pretty much refrained. There was one occasion when I felt compelled to make a serious post about someone being…

I'm So Behind on My RA Watching! #RichardArmitage #UrbanShedCrew Trailer

There are so many things I haven’t seen or heard yet. I really have been too busy to watch anything. I barely even listen to music these days except something classical while I’m working, which is most of the time. This weekend I’m making myself take a break. I’m about to have 2-1/2 weeks of company. It will be enjoyable to visit with family and friends, but if I don’t rest up beforehand, I’ll be…

Richard, I Got It Wrong #RichardArmitage in the fray

Richard, My humble apologies on misunderstanding your “stress.” I know now that you were just being your kind self. I was in a hurry and not paying attention as I should have been. But I do hope the squabbling that goes on does not distress you too much ’cause man, it’s just a drain. That’s why I stay away from it. I also want to share a quick personal story. My SO is a vicar, and he’s a great…

Richard, You Can't Win #RichardArmitage in the Fray

Richard, I really do think you are nice and hope you keep being your sweet self. I don’t say that because you happen to have beautiful blue eyes. I say that because I’ve observed your public demeanor for over eight years, and you are always a gentleman, a gentle man. That is a great part of your appeal, but it’s got to be hell for you on social media. Frankly, you must have the gift of mercy…

And the Doodle Goes to Kellie, the KleverNut #doodle4nf #RichardArmitage

#RedDragon doodle has arrived… Huge THANK YOU to @RCArmitage! @nfnetwork @GillianA @DeLaurentiisCo #HappyFannibal ❤ pic.twitter.com/OsjsfUxK5T — Kellie (@KleverNut) May 26, 2015 I thought this drawing was going to France? Okay, maybe it did go to France, but I’m also laughing my ass off that this was bought by someone from Texas. That’s about right. In Texas they tend to do things big. Make of…

Did I Say I Didn't Like Tattoos? #RichardArmitage in #Hannibal

Someone slap me ’cause I may actually be softening with respect to this art form: What did I say about the sexy back? Yep, I have never seen anyone who could make their backs look this good — tattoos or no. Other than that, I would recognize that head, neck and ears anywhere. I cannot believe I’ve said all of this. Wishing I were still somewhat anonymous. Oy. And how the hell do you spell tattoo?…

NF - Not Funny #RichardArmitage participating in @Doodle4NF

Most of you who read my stuff know I love to laugh and can find plenty to laugh about no matter the situation. Yep, tragedy is often close to comedy. But sometimes the mirth is better left untapped. This is one of those times. Sane self is in charge and typing this post and painfully aware Neurofibromatosis is not funny, and if you read this entire post, you will know why. (I did try to make this…

The Gift, or No Banshee Yet Thanks, Richard and your lovely fans @RCArmitage

Man, can I just say I have been busting my ass? I’ve been so busy I could barely look up. This is a good thing for my family and for my hip pocket. But it’s not so good for this blog. Every time I get ready to post something, a major issue comes up that I simply can’t ignore. Case in point was yesterday when I was going to rev up the old blog again, and I got a call from someone who was frantic…

Down Under Has It -- The Lords of the North Winners #RichardArmitage

A little history before I tell you something about the two winners of The Lords of the North audio books. A few years ago I had a giveaway of this book, and after I announced the contest had begun, the BBC contacted me to ask me if I wanted some more books. I said, “Sure, just let me know how best to order them from you, because it has been a bit difficult.” The woman I spoke with said, “No,…