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bloodyrosemccoy) wrote2012-03-15 04:27 pm
bloodyrosemccoy) wrote2012-03-15 04:27 pm
Bits of Things
So a couple months ago in the library I came across A Princess of Mars and was delighted. “Awesome!” thought I. “Old-timey sci-fi I have not yet read!” So I checked it out and, because this is how I roll, put it on the to-read pile at the end of my bed and promised myself I’d get to it eventually.
Except I forgot the John Carter movie came out, and now the dratted thing is on hold for, like, seven people. I don’t have to pay fines since I work at the Liberry, but my Code of Honor requires me to turn stuff in when it’s on hold. I’ve got a week before it’s officially due. I … guess I’d better read it soon, then!
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I finally got around to watching Tucker & Dale vs. Evil, and it is pretty much my new favorite movie. I never even knew this could happen, but it’s certainly the most adorable Splattery Dead Teenager Movie I have ever seen. It’s really hard to do a successful horror/comedy, but damn, these guys nailed it.
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Good news, everyone! The Legend of Korra, the follow-up to Avatar: The Last Airbender, is premiering in April!
Here’s hoping it will be as awesome as its predecessor.
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Heard a couple of kids in the library yesterday arguing about how to spell “LOL.” I’m not sure what this says about the way it’s entered the lexicon, but I am amused.
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Raked the garden and dug out a bit more of that spot I want to turn into moar garden. Dang, I ain’t used to gripping a shovel anymore. I have the feeling my hands will be raptor claws tonight.
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Anyway, I know that’s all pretty boring shit, so here, enjoy these illustrations from a junior reader I found in the library.
Aww, lookitim, all feedin' his dinosaur lettuce and almost smiling!
As far as I’m concerned, this makes Batman Riding A Dinosaur canon.
Oh, and in case you were wondering: it was, naturally, Batman who saved the day when he steered his noble mount into a meat truck and distracted the T-rex and the pteranodon with food. BECAUSE HE'S THE GODDAMN BATMAN.
Except I forgot the John Carter movie came out, and now the dratted thing is on hold for, like, seven people. I don’t have to pay fines since I work at the Liberry, but my Code of Honor requires me to turn stuff in when it’s on hold. I’ve got a week before it’s officially due. I … guess I’d better read it soon, then!
---
I finally got around to watching Tucker & Dale vs. Evil, and it is pretty much my new favorite movie. I never even knew this could happen, but it’s certainly the most adorable Splattery Dead Teenager Movie I have ever seen. It’s really hard to do a successful horror/comedy, but damn, these guys nailed it.
---
Good news, everyone! The Legend of Korra, the follow-up to Avatar: The Last Airbender, is premiering in April!
Here’s hoping it will be as awesome as its predecessor.
---
Heard a couple of kids in the library yesterday arguing about how to spell “LOL.” I’m not sure what this says about the way it’s entered the lexicon, but I am amused.
---
Raked the garden and dug out a bit more of that spot I want to turn into moar garden. Dang, I ain’t used to gripping a shovel anymore. I have the feeling my hands will be raptor claws tonight.
---
Anyway, I know that’s all pretty boring shit, so here, enjoy these illustrations from a junior reader I found in the library.
Aww, lookitim, all feedin' his dinosaur lettuce and almost smiling!
As far as I’m concerned, this makes Batman Riding A Dinosaur canon.
Oh, and in case you were wondering: it was, naturally, Batman who saved the day when he steered his noble mount into a meat truck and distracted the T-rex and the pteranodon with food. BECAUSE HE'S THE GODDAMN BATMAN.
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Also, I find it rather hilarious that this is a Level 2 reader--meant for children who "recognize familiar words on sight and sound out new words with help" and covering "basic vocabulary"--and it DOES include the word "pteranodon."
Obviously, though, "Batman" is basic vocabulary. The first words all children must learn to read and identify are basic shapes, colors, animals, family members, numbers, household objects, and superheroes.