As galactic geekdom whips itself into a frenzy over a movie I don't really care to see, the planets in my little universe are falling out of line and taking swipes at my head. Yesterday was one heckuva day. Between learning that repairs on our car needed in an effort to sell it will cost nearly as much as its value, and really not being able to drive it anywhere until we decide what to do, and hearing that the woman who cares for the Cutlet four times a week is having late-pregnancy issues, and with my sister about to pop with Kid No. 2, and the Petite Filet heading into surgery next week to cure (we hope) what ails her, and with the Cutlet feeling out of sorts, well ... that should paint a Picasso of life right now. There's more, but it's only details, right?
I drove a few cars last night, but I'd really like to find a freakin' used Subaru Outback in good condition before I buy something. Why is it so hard to find a used Subaru here, you might ask? While two dealerships are under construction a boulder's roll away from Casa del T-bone, there seems to be few used ones in supply around here because there are only two low-volume dealers currently operational in the DFW Plex. We'd be tripping over them if we were in Colorado or Maine, of course. Stupid love of warm weather! I may not even like an Outback, but it's become an obsession just to find a decent one to drive to make sure.
The PF and I did have a dinner & movie date on Saturday, and that was fun. We sent to see "Sahara," and despite the fact that critics hated it, the flick had some funny moments. I think reviewers ask too much. We just wanted a simplistic plot, some adventure, some explosions and a few catchy one-liners. In those respects, it was a good time. It's a great alternative to that Star Wars movie that's apparently opening nationwide on Thursday: you can escape the dorks who haven't showered for weeks because of their urge to stand in line, and because "Sahara" has been playing for awhile, you'll have the place virtually to yourself.
That is all for now.
I'm with you on the Star Wars thing. That's one movie that i have no desire to see. Not that my husband and I have lots of movie nights anyway. The DVD player (and movies on demand) is our best friend.
I will see the Star Wars movie...only because it has become a tradition to take my son and hubby! My daughter and I do it out of love for them...not because we are dying to see the movie. It's just a family thing! LOL!
BUT, we will NOT be going the first day...or probably even the first week! We will let the craziness die down a bit before we venture out!
Good Luck in the search for the Outback. (The Subaru, not the one in Australia_that one would be easier to find!) I don't think I have seen many in my travels around the DFW area either.
I hope everything else calms down soon! Best of luck to your Sister with her pending arrival. I hope all goes well with Petite Filet and surgery!
thy barbs of wit strike pain to my heart for I stand before thee a star wars dork. Nay not a fan in the truest of sense yet I harbor feelings to glimpse such cinema. Tis a task of great importance
i shan't miss.
I've been wondering what a "sith" is.
I'm sorry to hear about all the things that are going on.
Hopefully you'll find the car you want. Try looking up a Honda CRV. I have one and it's a pretty decent car and it's made by Honda which has a great driving record. Just a thought.
Hey, hey, hey, easy on the Star Wars Fans. I've got my tickets, purchased online thankyouverymuch, for the big Thursday opener. And Maine, while they may have an abundance of Subarus, has strangely many Volkswagon Bugs. My son and I counted 22 in a two day period. Relevant? Not at all.
I have every intention of seeing star wars - after it's been out for a couple of weeks. I've seen the first 5 in the theatre, it would be stupid not to see the last one.
In my book, any movie in which I can spend 2 hours gazing upon the beauty of Penelope Cruz is worth the $10.25 admission in Manhattan.
Sounds like the crik riz'd
I would take is as a good sign that you can't find many used Subarus...it means that they last and that they're good cars and that people don't WANT to trade them in. Good luck, sounds like you have a lot going on!
I am also a "dork" or "geek" or whatever it is that non sci-fi fans call us. I didn't realize that we had such a reputation.
As far as camping out for tickets - that's insane. The movie shows literally every half hour. Perhaps the REAL dorks are the ones who sleep in concrete parking lots for no good reason.